Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On Jun 30, 2005, at 4:02 AM, Cotty wrote: Ask Albano how we got cash from the sale of his 17mm f/4 fisheye to him ! Your people met his people at the border, under cover of darkness? I can just imagine Mr. Bond chasing your rocket-powered Land Rover in his Aston Martin. The fisheye device must not fall into the wrong hands! Cheers, - Dave http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/
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I like the way this man thinks. g Dave On 6/29/05, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 29/6/05, Rob Studdert, discombobulated, unleashed: I think you'll find that it's a criminal offence. I'll be damned if I'm going to put myself in any even if remote legal predicament to help someone save a few bucks on customs at their end. Me me me me me me me!! Sometimes it's nothing to do with customs and excise, sometimes it's everything to do with local customs, like pilfering! Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Rob Studdert (wrote this about tax avoidance): I think you'll find that it's a criminal offence. I'll be damned if I'm going to put myself in any even if remote legal predicament to help someone save a few bucks on customs at their end. Then Cotty replied: Me me me me me me me!! Sometimes it's nothing to do with customs and excise, sometimes it's everything to do with local customs, like pilfering! Sometimes it's a political statement. Government has an insatiable hunger for $$$ and will always want more. Limit the amount of money the government takes in and you limit the size of the government. Tom
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On 29 Jun 2005 at 7:30, Cotty wrote: Me me me me me me me!! Sometimes it's nothing to do with customs and excise, sometimes it's everything to do with local customs, like pilfering! It's the luck of the draw unless you insure. Never use brand names or anything but generic item descriptions on customs declarations. That said I did receive from the Czech Republic US$133 cash in an envelope where the sender had very honestly listed cash 133,00 USD as the contents on the very obvious customs declaration. I thought about framing it. :-) Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On Wed, 29 Jun 2005, Rob Studdert wrote: declarations. That said I did receive from the Czech Republic US$133 cash in an envelope where the sender had very honestly listed cash 133,00 USD as the contents on the very obvious customs declaration. I thought about framing it. :-) I don't get it. I have repeatedly sent cash by post: http://www.royalmail.com/portal/rm/content1?keyname=airsuremediaId=3800035catId=400034#1600020 Just use the right service, and pay for insurance. Kostas
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On Wed, 29 Jun 2005, Rob Studdert wrote: declarations. That said I did receive from the Czech Republic US$133 cash in an envelope where the sender had very honestly listed cash 133,00 USD as the contents on the very obvious customs declaration. I thought about framing it. :-) I don't get it. I have repeatedly sent cash by post: http://www.royalmail.com/portal/rm/content1?keyname=airsuremediaId=3800035catId=400034#1600020 Just use the right service, and pay for insurance. Kostas
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
I don't get it. I have repeatedly sent cash by post: In some countries it is illegal (stupid but...) or at least not permitted which means you can do it if you want but don't come criying later if nobody receives it (which is the cas in Belgium). -- -- Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX and KR-10x ...
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Shipping a lens to Siberia, no thats cool. :) Chad Paul said: I shipped my Tamron 200-500/6.3 to Siberia. US Air Mail shipping was $40. It arrived in good condition three weeks later.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On 29/6/05, Rob Studdert, discombobulated, unleashed: It's the luck of the draw unless you insure. Never use brand names or anything but generic item descriptions on customs declarations. That said I did receive from the Czech Republic US$133 cash in an envelope where the sender had very honestly listed cash 133,00 USD as the contents on the very obvious customs declaration. I thought about framing it. :-) Ask Albano how we got cash from the sale of his 17mm f/4 fisheye to him ! Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Just to bring this thread back on topic, I'd like to point out that Chad's FA*28-70/2.8 is no longer available because it just arrived on my doorstep :) Yes, it's MINE, ALL MINE!! -- Mark Roberts Photography and writing www.robertstech.com
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Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, it's MINE, ALL MINE!! Sorry. Forgot to add: Bwahahahahahaha! There. I feel better now. -- Mark Roberts Photography and writing www.robertstech.com
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But you don't write Contains Cash on the envelope, I hope. The fact that Rob actually got it proves that people are more generally honest than usually thought. graywolf http://www.graywolfphoto.com Idiot Proof == Expert Proof --- Kostas Kavoussanakis wrote: On Wed, 29 Jun 2005, Rob Studdert wrote: declarations. That said I did receive from the Czech Republic US$133 cash in an envelope where the sender had very honestly listed cash 133,00 USD as the contents on the very obvious customs declaration. I thought about framing it. :-) I don't get it. I have repeatedly sent cash by post: http://www.royalmail.com/portal/rm/content1?keyname=airsuremediaId=3800035catId=400034#1600020 Just use the right service, and pay for insurance. Kostas -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.7/34 - Release Date: 6/29/2005
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Mark, Glad the lens made it. I'm sure you will enjoy it. BTW, were you not taught not to gloat? :) Chad On 6/29/05, Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, it's MINE, ALL MINE!! Sorry. Forgot to add: Bwahahahahahaha! There. I feel better now. -- Mark Roberts Photography and writing www.robertstech.com
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Mark Roberts wrote: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, it's MINE, ALL MINE!! Sorry. Forgot to add: Bwahahahahahaha! There. I feel better now. It's really easy to hate some people. 8-)
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Is the FA*24/2 at $280 still available or already gone? If available, what'd be your shipping price to Belgium? Thanks! 2005/6/24, Chad [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Terms of sale: To inquire about any of these items, or other concerns you might have, please send a Email. I have taken pics of most of the items. I can Email a image upon request. The condition of each item is noted along with any accessories, manuals, cables, etc that might be included. Payment can be made via a instant non-credit card Paypal transaction, or Money Order/Cashiers check. I know accepting credit cards would be helpful, however, doing so presents problems and concerns that I have yet been convinced to accept. Prices include USPS Priority shipping only. Any insurance added might cost extra. Shipping to U.S. only. I do not trust shipping items such as these overseas, sorry. I have researched prices and feel the prices I'm asking are fair. Here are the items I have for sale: *istD, + cable release $730 LN- condition. It is in great condition, cosmetically and mechanically. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. This includes the manual. A little under 400 images taken. Zx-5n QD, + AA bottom battery pack, + cable release $270 LN- condition. Cosmetically and mechanically fine. Very light use. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. FA*24/2 $280 LN- condition. This lens is in excellent shape. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Tamron SP DI 90mm/2.8 macro $300 LN- condition. I tried macro photography during the spring. I don't think its for me. :) I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Minty fresh. :) Just used it for a few pics. DA 14/2.8 $480 LN- condition. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Cosmetically perfect. Works great. FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. AF 330FTZ flash $30? EX condition. Has a few marks here and there. It works perfectly. Its a nice basic flash. No bounce or swivel. Thanks for looking, Chad Richardson -- -- Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX and KR-10x ...
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On Tue, 2005-06-28 at 13:54, Chad wrote: I still have great reservations about shipping expensive gear overseas. Does anyone on this list have experience with such matters? Just pack it well: put it inside a closed plastic bag, wrap it in something soft then put it inside a hard cardboard box. When you finish, pack it well again, it'll be OK. The receiver should be prepared to wait for a while if it goes through customs. Thanks, Chad On 6/28/05, Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Tue, 28 Jun 2005, Thibouille wrote: Is the FA*24/2 at $280 still available or already gone? If available, what'd be your shipping price to Belgium? Let's just say it will cost you nothing: 2005/6/24, Chad [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Shipping to U.S. only. I do not trust shipping items such as these overseas, sorry. Kostas
Re: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
From: Chad [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2005/06/28 Tue PM 01:54:38 GMT To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Subject: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus I still have great reservations about shipping expensive gear overseas. Does anyone on this list have experience with such matters? Thanks, Chad If it's insured and not going to a known hotspot for postal fraud, what's the problem? On 6/28/05, Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Tue, 28 Jun 2005, Thibouille wrote: Is the FA*24/2 at $280 still available or already gone? If available, what'd be your shipping price to Belgium? Let's just say it will cost you nothing: 2005/6/24, Chad [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Shipping to U.S. only. I do not trust shipping items such as these overseas, sorry. Kostas - Email provided by http://www.ntlhome.com/
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On 28 Jun 2005 at 8:54, Chad wrote: I still have great reservations about shipping expensive gear overseas. Does anyone on this list have experience with such matters? Plenty of us I suspect. I've shipped photographic goods all over the world for many years and had but one item lost. I've also received all sorts of goods via regular post from all over the world agin without problems. The only extra hassle to has to be undertaken to send goods O/S is that a customs declaration need to be filled out. And as the seller you can demand a payment method that is most convenient for you if the payment side of O/S transactions isn't too appealing. Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
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I've shipped many an item to the UK, France, Netherlands, Japan, Korea, Chile, South Africa, etc. It's costly, yes, but you can get tracked and insured shipping to nearly anywhere in the world. A month or so ago, I shipped a $600 museum grade model and a $1000 lens to the Netherlands and the UK respectively. Both arrived at their destination in less than a week and in perfect condition. USPS expedited Global Express service. FedEx and others might be faster, but are more expensive. Godfrey On Jun 28, 2005, at 6:54 AM, Chad wrote: I still have great reservations about shipping expensive gear overseas. Does anyone on this list have experience with such matters? Thanks, Chad On 6/28/05, Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Tue, 28 Jun 2005, Thibouille wrote: Is the FA*24/2 at $280 still available or already gone? If available, what'd be your shipping price to Belgium? Let's just say it will cost you nothing: 2005/6/24, Chad [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Shipping to U.S. only. I do not trust shipping items such as these overseas, sorry. Kostas
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On Wed, 29 Jun 2005, Rob Studdert wrote: regular post from all over the world agin without problems. The only extra hassle to has to be undertaken to send goods O/S is that a customs declaration need to be filled out. Make sure you explain to the buyer that *they* are liable for customs duties and taxes at their end. I would also *always* make it known and enforce that I declare the full paid value of the item on the customs label. Kostas
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On 28 Jun 2005 at 15:53, Kostas Kavoussanakis wrote: On Wed, 29 Jun 2005, Rob Studdert wrote: regular post from all over the world agin without problems. The only extra hassle to has to be undertaken to send goods O/S is that a customs declaration need to be filled out. Make sure you explain to the buyer that *they* are liable for customs duties and taxes at their end. I would also *always* make it known and enforce that I declare the full paid value of the item on the customs label. ...and that I refuse to declare any item as a gift. I'm always amazed when buyers ask me what the customs procedures/taxes will be in their country. I must admit all my eBay actions are accompanied by reams of small print that spell out these issues. Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
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I've sent many an item with a lower declared value or marked as a gift if the buyer wants. I'm all for a bit of free enterprise. Publish and be damned, etc etc. Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _
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Thanks for all the input guys. I have sold and bought items internationally several times. I have had problems. They all worked out in the end with some work and waiting. g I have never received or sent expensive items before though. I have known people that have had items lost. Filing insurance claims, even when insured, was a joke from what I understand. Some just gave up trying to get their money. It seems USPS, or any carrier for that matter, blames the carriers of other countries and vice versa. Chad
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On 28 Jun 2005 at 17:40, Cotty wrote: I've sent many an item with a lower declared value or marked as a gift if the buyer wants. I'm all for a bit of free enterprise. Publish and be damned, etc etc. I think you'll find that it's a criminal offence. I'll be damned if I'm going to put myself in any even if remote legal predicament to help someone save a few bucks on customs at their end. Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
- Original Message - From: Rob Studdert Subject: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus On 28 Jun 2005 at 17:40, Cotty wrote: I've sent many an item with a lower declared value or marked as a gift if the buyer wants. I'm all for a bit of free enterprise. Publish and be damned, etc etc. I think you'll find that it's a criminal offence. I'll be damned if I'm going to put myself in any even if remote legal predicament to help someone save a few bucks on customs at their end. It's that sliding scale of ethics again. William Robb
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
I shipped my Tamron 200-500/6.3 to Siberia. US Air Mail shipping was $40. It arrived in good condition three weeks later. On Jun 28, 2005, at 10:41 AM, Rob Studdert wrote: On 28 Jun 2005 at 8:54, Chad wrote: I still have great reservations about shipping expensive gear overseas. Does anyone on this list have experience with such matters? Plenty of us I suspect. I've shipped photographic goods all over the world for many years and had but one item lost. I've also received all sorts of goods via regular post from all over the world agin without problems. The only extra hassle to has to be undertaken to send goods O/S is that a customs declaration need to be filled out. And as the seller you can demand a payment method that is most convenient for you if the payment side of O/S transactions isn't too appealing. Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On 28 Jun 2005 at 17:19, William Robb wrote: It's that sliding scale of ethics again. I just see it as similar to buying a motor vehicle then moaning about having to pay stamp duty on the purchase price, of course you can get a private vendor to write a receipt for a lesser value than the actual purchase price but if they get audited... Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998
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Once again ethics are personal (or organizational) if the person doing something is consistant he/she does not have a sliding scale of ethics. Smuggling (not paying import/export duties) is an old and revered way to regain some of ones taxes pay to the government. About 1/2 the people in the world figure it is only illegal if you get caught. BTW, if you try to tax your neighbor it is considered extortion. If it is illegal for you, why should the government get to get away with it? Ethical Philosophy 308, there will be a quiz Monday. graywolf http://www.graywolfphoto.com Idiot Proof == Expert Proof --- William Robb wrote: It's that sliding scale of ethics again. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.5/32 - Release Date: 6/27/2005
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
yes, the UK importer takes their pound of flesh. i took the better of the two that KEH listed that day since the difference was something like $25. Herb - Original Message - From: mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, June 26, 2005 9:24 AM Subject: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus Herb Chong wrote: i got mine from KEH in EX condition probably better than described for $560 last summer. the lens was there maybe a day before i bought. Herb Here, you would be talking about the same price. In sterling. This was a £1400 lens when first released.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Herb Chong wrote: i got mine from KEH in EX condition probably better than described for $560 last summer. the lens was there maybe a day before i bought. Herb Here, you would be talking about the same price. In sterling. This was a £1400 lens when first released. - Original Message - From: mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Sent: Friday, June 24, 2005 1:26 PM Subject: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus Chad wrote: Shipping to U.S. only. snip FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. Whimper.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Hello, An update here. After looking at my first post I see that I messed up on the Zx-5n. I typed in the wrong price. Shesh. It should be: ZX-5n with cable release and AA battery pack for $180 I have also decided to drop the price of the *istD with cable release to $635 Thanks for looking, Chad
FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Terms of sale: To inquire about any of these items, or other concerns you might have, please send a Email. I have taken pics of most of the items. I can Email a image upon request. The condition of each item is noted along with any accessories, manuals, cables, etc that might be included. Payment can be made via a instant non-credit card Paypal transaction, or Money Order/Cashiers check. I know accepting credit cards would be helpful, however, doing so presents problems and concerns that I have yet been convinced to accept. Prices include USPS Priority shipping only. Any insurance added might cost extra. Shipping to U.S. only. I do not trust shipping items such as these overseas, sorry. I have researched prices and feel the prices I'm asking are fair. Here are the items I have for sale: *istD, + cable release $730 LN- condition. It is in great condition, cosmetically and mechanically. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. This includes the manual. A little under 400 images taken. Zx-5n QD, + AA bottom battery pack, + cable release $270 LN- condition. Cosmetically and mechanically fine. Very light use. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. FA*24/2 $280 LN- condition. This lens is in excellent shape. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Tamron SP DI 90mm/2.8 macro $300 LN- condition. I tried macro photography during the spring. I don't think its for me. :) I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Minty fresh. :) Just used it for a few pics. DA 14/2.8 $480 LN- condition. I will include all factory items in the original factory box. Cosmetically perfect. Works great. FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. AF 330FTZ flash $30? EX condition. Has a few marks here and there. It works perfectly. Its a nice basic flash. No bounce or swivel. Thanks for looking, Chad Richardson
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
Chad wrote: Shipping to U.S. only. snip FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. Whimper.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
I'm going to have to get off this list. LensLust is getting too much to bear. dk On 6/24/05, mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chad wrote: Shipping to U.S. only. snip FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. Whimper.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
i got mine from KEH in EX condition probably better than described for $560 last summer. the lens was there maybe a day before i bought. Herb - Original Message - From: mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Sent: Friday, June 24, 2005 1:26 PM Subject: Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus Chad wrote: Shipping to U.S. only. snip FA*28-70/2.8 $500 EX condition. I bought this lens used. I only have the lens, front and back caps, and the hood. The glass is in great shape. The hood shows some wear and tear. Mainly rub and scuff marks. The body of the lens is in like new condition. Whimper.
Re: FS: *istD, FA*24, FA* 28-70, DA 14, plus
On Fri, 24 Jun 2005 13:49:18 -0400, Dave Kennedy wrote: I'm going to have to get off this list. LensLust is getting too much to bear. On 6/24/05, mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chad wrote: FA*28-70/2.8 $500 Yep, I want an FA* 28-70/2.8 so bad I can taste it, myself. TTYL, DougF KG4LMZ
