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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Jul. 31, 2012 | Oct. 31, 2012 | Oct. 31, 2011 | Oct. 31, 2010
Financial Statements of Consignment Arrangements |  |  |  |
Sales | $ 551,119 | $ 551,119 | $ 522,529 | $ 398,351
Cost of sales |  | 490,453 | 480,221 | 346,821
Gross margin |  | 60,666 | 42,308 | 51,530
Consignment Arrangement [Member] |  |  |  |
Financial Statements of Consignment Arrangements |  |  |  |
Sales |  | 28,297 | 38,327 | 54,736
Cost of sales |  | 25,893 | 34,859 | 48,713
Gross margin |  | $ 2,404 | $ 3,468 | $ 6,023

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