Re: Query re Flashguns in the UK

Trev <trevbowdenAT.dsl.pipex.COM@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> observed
>Michael J Davis wrote:
>> Tony Polson <docnews2011@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> observed
>>>
>>> I would encourage you to look at eBay USA to get the brand and
>>> features you want.  Flashguns are pretty robust things.  They very
>>> rarely go wrong, so getting one from across the pond does not
>>> represent a high risk.  Whatever you do, good luck and ENJOY!
>>
>> Thanks Tony. But, as I said, I'm not looking to buy at present.
>>
>> Just wondering why certain brands/units are not available in the UK.
>>
>> Mike
>
>The Vivitar has been made by Various companies over the years since the
283
>and later the 285 based on it but with the zoom head since its Intro in
>1972. but as I Understand Its finally come to its end, Last year, and No
>more are to be made. The Sunpack you mentioned May also be discontinued

And yet the major USA sellers are offering these with no suggestion of 
withdrawal!

Please note I referred to the Vivitar 285HV - not the 'old' 285.

Mike

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