is this item grey market? Does anyone know how to confirm that this surprisingly inexpesive and "great filter" is legit?
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Juan, you are mistaken. Manufacturers set the wholesale prices for their products at different levels depending on the country in which the item is being sold. The very same B & W filter made by Schneider Optics in Germany is sold at wholesale at a much lower price in Europe, for example, than it sold for here by the Schneider distributor.
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Hello, Yes, those filters are brand new and still in their retail packaging. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks, Buy It Now Store on Amazon
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Hello Edwin. My name is Doug. I cannot answer this question. You may contact the seller direct at: sales@ispringfilters.com. Tell them I said hello. Hope this helps. Have a prosperous New Year.
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My husband has been in the building trades for over 30 years and says that you are totally being scammed with a price like that, especially if there's an existing cold water supply line for an old humidifier all ready in place. He also agrees with the advice to hit the FB page or Angie's list and let everyone know about these frauds!
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I don´t know whats is grey market, but i purchased in Amazon and i didn´t have problema with this item
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I do remember the filter looked funny. It reminded me of the gray spots in a Brita Filter. I used it anyway. There were neither dust nor dirt particles on the filter, which would indicate that it was once used. Hope this helps.
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Gray market perhaps, do a search for any seller to be on the safe side. I'm waiting for this product to be available for cheaper by a reliable/authorized dealer/seller.
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I have never received anything but "New" items from Amazon. B+W is a quality company that makes high quality products. If your filter looks ok, no distortions, blemishes or scratches...I would use it. I would still contact Amazon Customer Service if you are not comfortable or happy. They are responsive and should address your concerns. At least that has been my experience.Good Luck.
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Yes it performs very well like brand filter which is close to about $40 price. When I got them in my mail box, they were bent and doesn't Falwell in the slot tight. However, I can live with the permomance vs the price ratio and they are really good quality filters. I am happy with the purchase
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E: Thanks for the reply. I also wrote Amazon, and they told me: "Many of the items listed on our website are covered by a manufacturer's warranty. This information should be listed in the owner's manual for the product." I explained what gray market meant in my inquiry, but obviously they don't get it at all. The price is so low that I assumed it was gray market. I agree with you--I would never buy a Nikon product from anyone other than Amazon directly.
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I personally would refer to the company that makes it than just someone who has purchased for more accurate information. Take a little time and do your homework and feel confidence that your investment is not at risk of performance. There are different kits to properly care for your filter. A pamphlet came with my filter. Best practices is to be inform with facts. Happy cleaning of a great product.
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Yes it works great!!! Just might need to change it more often!!! Excellent filter!!!!
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The one I purchased is not like the one shown. Filters in mine were like $50, not worth it. I could get them at my local Oreck Store.
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I received the white colored filter that was pictured and it works great. I would contact the seller and see if there is something they can do to help you out.
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No issues. Just took a bunch of macro mode shots of stuff to sell and had the filter on. Didn't have any problems.
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Looks like one of the vendors (the one currently the cheapest) uploaded invalid imagery that does not match the product being sold.. and actually that looks like a used T9 as well. The real product is the 8FG with a receiver.
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Hello Jungsu. I have purchased a number of items online and the best way to protect yourself is by looking at the feedback other's have left about the vendor. Also look at the reviews written about the product. I purchased mine and it is genuine.Good luck