I find several comments regarding the black as a rebranded blue. Was that an old problem or does it still exist? Thanks
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This is my third WD Black drive in the last five years, and they have always been top quality performance-driven drives. I have bought these since I have not yet taken the plunge on the SSDs (Solid State Drive) yet. I do some gaming and most of my most important documents and such are on a couple of these drives. Western Digital makes some of the best drives out there, and the one time I helped a friend return a drive under warranty, it was as good an experience as one could ask for. I also buy these drives only from Amazon as the other person commented on, and the warranty on these drives is one of the best in the industry. This is my third WD Black drive in the last five years, and they have always been top quality performance-driven drives. I have bought these since I have not yet taken the plunge on the SSDs (Solid State Drive) yet. I do some gaming and most of my most important documents and such are on a couple of these drives. Western Digital makes some of the best drives out there, and the one time I helped a friend return a drive under warranty, it was as good an experience as one could ask for. I also buy these drives only from Amazon as the other person commented on, and the warranty on these drives... » Read More This is my third WD Black drive in the last five years, and they have always been top quality performance-driven drives. I have bought these since I have not yet taken the plunge on the SSDs (Solid State Drive) yet. I do some gaming and most of my most important documents and such are on a couple of these drives. Western Digital makes some of the best drives out there, and the one time I helped a friend return a drive under warranty, it was as good an experience as one could ask for. I also buy these drives only from Amazon as the other person commented on, and the warranty on these drives is one of the best in the industry. « Show Less
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I just received it and mine was BLACK. It sounds like you have a 50/50 chance of getting black or blued.
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I think it depends on the seller and the particular color. I asked my sellar about 2 particular colors and she confirmed it was the new model. :)
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I have and yes, it looks close enough to be black, but is not black. It's color looks exactly as in the photo here. Hope this helps. And yes I'm satisfied with my purchase.
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I would have loved to have the blue back color. Its surprising that amazon doesnt tell which one its selling.
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We're selling the new white one as the old blue has been discontinued. Apologies for the confusion. Alan @ Selectric
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I personally just liked the black color. I'm not sure if there is a difference with the actual model of the device or not.
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yes, the black looks way better in my opinion and it is easier to keep it clean...hope this helps :)
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The older answers for this question are no longer correct. I ordered this in February, 2013, and the blue-black ink that is currently available is no longer permanent. (It used to be, back in the day, that Montblanc blue-black was their only permanent ink. That is no longer the case. Permanent choices are royal blue or black only as of today.)
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I have the black and haven't had any issues. Can't speak to the Orange. Good luck
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Hello Michael, not sure about the other available sellers but I sure have it in black color. It just doesn't let me post a variation of color without creating another listing. If you are interested go ahead a proceed with your purchase and make sure to leave a note to seller in the order details page with the color you want. Thank you. Have a nice rest of this long weekend.
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Sorry, I gifted mine as soon as I got it. It seems to me I got an all black model. I imagine they come in all sorts of colors and variations. At this price who cares?
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I just chatted with a rep because I wanted to order one too and they told me you will get a black one. The pictures are incorrect.
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I really have no idea!! I saw the blue one & that was that, seems like something would be put in or maybe they switched prices & forgot the black one!! Maybe if you email the company & ask them they will have an answer for you!! Good Luck in finding your answer!!!
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Mine is black. I have seen some in pictures that are blue on top. It's possible that Amazon is only carrying black ones at this time.
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The blue edition was a "limited edition". They probably stopped making it and therefore it is discontinued. The regular version is still available and works the same. By the way, they work great!
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I do have a black one, but don't recall who I bought it from. You should be able to find one easily on line.