I realize that now. At the time, I just thought that was the price that Amazon was selling them.
But it really doesn't matter until I can convince my wife that I need another smoker.
I called Amazon and the CSR suggested that I select the WSM I desire and "Save For Later". Evidently the site will send me an email each time the price changes. This will give me time to work on the wife. Hopefully the price will come back down.
Besides, I'm too much of a wimp to smoke in 20 degree weather.
Mark