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Feb 1, 2015 18:45:13   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
I would like to know if others feel it is safe to deal with 42nd St Photo ? I'm looking at making the purchase of a Tamron 150-600mm ?

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Feb 1, 2015 18:52:10   #
lightcatcher Loc: Farmington, NM (4 corners)
 
Stay away..

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Feb 1, 2015 19:10:07   #
Dngallagher Loc: Wilmington De.
 
Smokebob wrote:
I would like to know if others feel it is safe to deal with 42nd St Photo ? I'm looking at making the purchase of a Tamron 150-600mm ?


Looking like bad news.. stick with Adorama, B&H or Cameta Camera.

You get what you pay for with them.

http://tambnguyen.com/4269-stay-away-from-42nd-street-photo-new-york-its-total-scam/

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Feb 1, 2015 23:13:56   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
Thank you very very very much, I appreciate your information greatly.
Smokebob

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Feb 2, 2015 07:09:04   #
LukesBeach Loc: Pawleys Island, SC
 
I ran from them for advertising one price NEW for something that was used. Run.

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Feb 2, 2015 07:51:36   #
abc1234 Loc: Elk Grove Village, Illinois
 
Having used 42nd Street once, I have not filed a consumer complaint against them. They do not advertise that they sell gray market and are not an authorized dealer. And they lie about it.

Stick with B&H, Adorama or anyone else recommended here.

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Feb 2, 2015 08:30:50   #
billnourse Loc: Bloomfield, NM
 
Bought a Canon 18-135 is stm from them. Got it when I was told, came with a USA warranty card and was considerably less than other places. It has been flawless for over a year now.

Looking at reviews, there are some negative and a lot positive. Same as with most internet stores.

As with everything, ask questions, get all the info you can and make sure you are getting what is advertised.

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Feb 2, 2015 09:59:07   #
MikeMck Loc: Southern Maryland on the Bay
 
Smokebob wrote:
I would like to know if others feel it is safe to deal with 42nd St Photo ? I'm looking at making the purchase of a Tamron 150-600mm ?


NO!! Google it and see how others feel about it. It is a scam!!

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Feb 2, 2015 10:07:53   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
Thank You for your response, I really appreciate your
knowledge, it helps me avoid getting ripped off.
Smokebob

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Feb 2, 2015 10:09:03   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
Thank You for your response, I really appreciate your
knowledge, it helps me avoid getting ripped off.
Smokebob

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Feb 2, 2015 10:51:13   #
Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
 
Smokebob wrote:
I would like to know if others feel it is safe to deal with 42nd St Photo ? I'm looking at making the purchase of a Tamron 150-600mm ?


Don't. These people are bad news.

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Feb 2, 2015 14:26:44   #
BillH Loc: Lancaster County PA
 
I have not dealt with them online. However I have been to their store looking for a particular lens. They pushed, I mean pushed, a low quality 2x tele converter and told me I didn't need that lens and this would be better. I walked out and would not deal with them.

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Feb 2, 2015 14:35:25   #
Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
 
Smokebob wrote:
I would like to know if others feel it is safe to deal with 42nd St Photo ? I'm looking at making the purchase of a Tamron 150-600mm ?


Why? To save a few dollars ($10-$20 to be exact) - You can buy from any number of completely reputable companies Samy's in CA, Hunt's in MA, B&H in NY, Unique Photo in NJ, etc. And there are at least 8 Tamron dealers within 150 miles of Phillips according to Tamron's dealer locator.

42nd street photo is not an authorized reseller.

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Feb 2, 2015 20:42:25   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
Thank you for your reply, it is helpful as I have two others reply making the same statement.
Smokebob

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Feb 2, 2015 20:42:41   #
Smokebob Loc: Phillips,Wi
 
Thank you for your reply, it is helpful as I have two others reply making the same statement.
Smokebob

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