In reply to Post #1918
Thanks tufty
Thanks tufty
Madame Kestrelle
I assume she's French with a meal of frog's legs
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I assume she's French with a meal of frog's legs
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In reply to Post #1920
nice
what shops/ websites do people buy their gear from??? and are they up for a bit of haggling???
cheers in advance, mainly use wex myself but feel they dont like to look after their customers
nice
what shops/ websites do people buy their gear from??? and are they up for a bit of haggling???
cheers in advance, mainly use wex myself but feel they dont like to look after their customers
In reply to Post #1921
Good question Paul. Most of the internet dealers stick to the price you see in their online shops. They often don't have anywhere where you can meet them face to face, only having a distribution network.
As a rule of thumb the high street multiple dealers don't have authority to alter price, so a deal is doubtful.
Some of the chains advertise an `on-line price` special. If you go into the branch you get quoted their normal book price which is higher so it pays to point out the difference. I did this recently and the salesman used the shop computer to log on as me and placed the order for me to pay and collect at the branch.
There are still a number of small independents who although they don't have the purchasing power of the larger chains the will do deals if they think you are not wasting their time. If they can't match the price they will sometimes do very good deals on accessories which you would have brought anyway, usually at full price. Think big picture.
There are some on-line dealers who are based overseas and post some huge savings. Often the price is low because there is no VAT or import duty quoted. The item is sometimes not covered by the UK dealer/supplier guarantee network. Make sure you know the final delivered to your door price.
There are a few overseas dealers who supply from UK sources. They say their quoted price is the price you pay. They also say that any problems/repairs are handled in the UK. They don't say if the products are `Grey Imports`
If you are in a hurry you will probably cost yourself money. Take your time and shop around. I am fortunate that I live close to the capital and can shop in Tottenham Court Road, which is full of independents who will do a deal. Cash works, wave it under their nose and make it clear that you will do a deal today if they can come up with a price or near what you have in mind. Also don't forget the accessories such as a memory card. Big margins on this type of accessory so they can do a big discount.
Good question Paul. Most of the internet dealers stick to the price you see in their online shops. They often don't have anywhere where you can meet them face to face, only having a distribution network.
As a rule of thumb the high street multiple dealers don't have authority to alter price, so a deal is doubtful.
Some of the chains advertise an `on-line price` special. If you go into the branch you get quoted their normal book price which is higher so it pays to point out the difference. I did this recently and the salesman used the shop computer to log on as me and placed the order for me to pay and collect at the branch.
There are still a number of small independents who although they don't have the purchasing power of the larger chains the will do deals if they think you are not wasting their time. If they can't match the price they will sometimes do very good deals on accessories which you would have brought anyway, usually at full price. Think big picture.
There are some on-line dealers who are based overseas and post some huge savings. Often the price is low because there is no VAT or import duty quoted. The item is sometimes not covered by the UK dealer/supplier guarantee network. Make sure you know the final delivered to your door price.
There are a few overseas dealers who supply from UK sources. They say their quoted price is the price you pay. They also say that any problems/repairs are handled in the UK. They don't say if the products are `Grey Imports`
If you are in a hurry you will probably cost yourself money. Take your time and shop around. I am fortunate that I live close to the capital and can shop in Tottenham Court Road, which is full of independents who will do a deal. Cash works, wave it under their nose and make it clear that you will do a deal today if they can come up with a price or near what you have in mind. Also don't forget the accessories such as a memory card. Big margins on this type of accessory so they can do a big discount.
In reply to Post #1920
That froggy's courting days are over, that's for sure.
Love the way the bird's eye seems to be looking at the camera. Possibly a glint off the lens?
That froggy's courting days are over, that's for sure.
Love the way the bird's eye seems to be looking at the camera. Possibly a glint off the lens?
In reply to Post #1923
Catchlight from the sun Ken, the lens was probably about 25 - 30 yards away - but she's looking at me alright, I reckon I disturbed the end of her meal when crossing the river and entering the field.
Catchlight from the sun Ken, the lens was probably about 25 - 30 yards away - but she's looking at me alright, I reckon I disturbed the end of her meal when crossing the river and entering the field.
In reply to Post #1922
ok thanks 60 rules
ok thanks 60 rules
Hi all. What does 'Cyber-shot' mean?
Cheers
Cheers
In reply to Post #1926
Techy question but please PM rather than ramble away.
I've been looking at a Canon 650d although now seen the 600d at a knock down price on Amazon. I'm looking at taking stills as well as playing around with hd video. Is the extra price tag for the 650d really worth it? The immediate difference I can see is the touch screen.
Be interesting to here from some users on here who have either.
I've been looking at a Canon 650d although now seen the 600d at a knock down price on Amazon. I'm looking at taking stills as well as playing around with hd video. Is the extra price tag for the 650d really worth it? The immediate difference I can see is the touch screen.
Be interesting to here from some users on here who have either.
In reply to Post #1915
Hi, looking to buy a decent camera maybe an slr, mainly fish by myself, so mainly want it to take self shots, so would need decent self timer or remote and flip around screen would be useful, don't want it to break the bank, and reccomendations?
Hi, looking to buy a decent camera maybe an slr, mainly fish by myself, so mainly want it to take self shots, so would need decent self timer or remote and flip around screen would be useful, don't want it to break the bank, and reccomendations?
In reply to Post #1929
the d5100 from Nikon has a rotating screen , so you can see and position your self when you have a fish to get the best shot , ad you can get a standard IR remote to control it remotely .i have one and highly reccomend it
nikon d5100
the d5100 from Nikon has a rotating screen , so you can see and position your self when you have a fish to get the best shot , ad you can get a standard IR remote to control it remotely .i have one and highly reccomend it
nikon d5100
In reply to Post #1000
Second that the D5100 is a Great self take camera and following the D5200 release its also a great bargain now, With standerd 18-55 lens its only £370 including cash back at Wex photographic
Second that the D5100 is a Great self take camera and following the D5200 release its also a great bargain now, With standerd 18-55 lens its only £370 including cash back at Wex photographic
In reply to Post #1929
Also mate , if your not too sure about whether or not to buy a dslr , the D5100 has a built in feature where yo can press a question mark button , which explains in understandable terms what ever you are about to do or a certain option you may be hovering over . great dslr , for first time dlsr users
Also mate , if your not too sure about whether or not to buy a dslr , the D5100 has a built in feature where yo can press a question mark button , which explains in understandable terms what ever you are about to do or a certain option you may be hovering over . great dslr , for first time dlsr users
In reply to Post #1932
Thanks the d5100 does look good! I'll take your advice. Cheers
Thanks the d5100 does look good! I'll take your advice. Cheers