Quote Originally Posted by Jpec07 View Post
In leveling my classes, I was able to keep up with my gear and craft items well. But this all changed when I got to 50 on BSM and ARM. Even with HQ mats, I can't manage more than a 25% HQ chance on anything, and the big reason for this is gear.
While your gear may be lacking, it sounds to me like your skills are lacking even more. Got Hasty Touch? Tricks of the Trade? Steady Hand 2? Innovation, Comfort Zone, BYREGOT'S BLESSING?

You want my thoughts? Quit trying to be a specialized crafter for a moment. To be an effective specialized crafter, specializing in Armorer and/or Blacksmith, you need the skills of an Omni-crafter. And, to dramatically reduce costs, you need the skills of an Omni-gatherer too.