Buying from the USA now.
Posted 06/12/2007 - 12:43
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Just a few thoughts.
I would always but a body in this country. The hassle of sending it back would be too much to risk an import even though Pentax do have a world wide warranty. Lenses are a different matter.
It is worth checking which method the seller uses. KEH, B&H and Adorama all tend to use UPS. The couriers will charge the duty, tax and handling. If it comes in via Royal Mail, it is a bit of a lottery as to whether you get charged. I think it depends on how "visible" the declaration value is.
For some reason, items from Canada seem to get through more often. It might be worth checking out Henry's especialy their eBay items which are even better than their online prices. I always budget around 25-30% on the price for a comparison and expect to pay it but I have been pleasantly surprised so far by everything sent by Henry's.
Kim
I would always but a body in this country. The hassle of sending it back would be too much to risk an import even though Pentax do have a world wide warranty. Lenses are a different matter.
It is worth checking which method the seller uses. KEH, B&H and Adorama all tend to use UPS. The couriers will charge the duty, tax and handling. If it comes in via Royal Mail, it is a bit of a lottery as to whether you get charged. I think it depends on how "visible" the declaration value is.
For some reason, items from Canada seem to get through more often. It might be worth checking out Henry's especialy their eBay items which are even better than their online prices. I always budget around 25-30% on the price for a comparison and expect to pay it but I have been pleasantly surprised so far by everything sent by Henry's.
Kim
Posted 06/12/2007 - 17:23
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I bought my DS body in the USA and Pentax UK repaired it without question.
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I have looked far and wide for retailer in Aust that can compete with US prices but there are none. Thats why none of them will see my money. When you can save 40% too 50% its no contest