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Buying photographic gear
Posted by: BigMacIain (---.cpe.mountaincable.net)
Date: June 17, 2008 11:19PM

I plan on buying some lenses from Boolchands next month. I was wondering if they are the only place in town for high-end photographic equipment? I'm in the mood to haggle if I can find an alternative. If not, I'm saving a lot compared with Canadian prices anyway but, being a Scot, I'm always looking for the best deal...

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Re: Buying photographic gear
Posted by: seamusoisin (---.home.cgocable.net)
Date: June 18, 2008 06:46AM

Even if the price is the same (I m assuming that you are in the Hamilton,On region) your saving GST/PST and I am sure it's cheaper on the island. There are other shops on Front Street. Reasearch Canadian prices to give you an indication of the savings.

I had the right to remain silent...but I didn't.

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Re: Buying photographic gear
Posted by: BigMacIain (---.cpe.mountaincable.net)
Date: June 18, 2008 08:00AM

Thanks, Richard. Yes, I live a bit to the south of Hamilton. I've checked the prices and even without the taxes, I'm saving quite a bit over Henry's prices. The thing is that Boolchands have to special order the items I want, so the other places on Front Street likely would have to as well. And as Boolchands is the only place I know by name...

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Re: Buying photographic gear
Posted by: Barbara1 (Moderator)
Date: June 18, 2008 08:52AM

Boolchands is not the only place in town but they are among the most reputable.

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Re: Buying photographic gear
Posted by: BIGDENX (---.53.8.67.cfl.res.rr.com)
Date: June 18, 2008 10:13AM

Hey!

What did you have in mind? There are other sources in SXM and on the net that may be less than Boolchand's. I quit them 2 years ago when they got less competitive on NIKON gear.

Boolchand's have fast internet access and will compare online prices instantly.

I have a source in Marigot who can order NIKON or CANON and remain competitive with B & H, Abe's oif Maine or Boolchand's.

Denis

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Re: Buying photographic gear
Posted by: BigMacIain (---.cpe.mountaincable.net)
Date: June 18, 2008 11:07AM

Sent you a PM, Denis.

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