also maybe get WYSIWY I got two clams from algae barn and you arent really guaranteed what you get, one of my clams came mostly brown, 2 years later its still barely coloring up but its not great. If you just want a clam I guess it doesn't matter if you buy blind. Most people however probably want a certain look when they buy them though. Its more expensive that way, but better to spend the money on what you like than something you'll feel indifferent towards
Totally agree, thats why pacific east is good for me