KEH &B&H again

RalphLambrecht · Apr 27, 2016

We all heard good reports about both companies. I like to add one positive experience with KEH.I ordered a Gossen ColorPro 3F last Sunday from them and it came today.It was rated LN- but as expected it was like new; not a scratch;not even at close inspection;functions perfectly too.I'm done with eBay;why bother?Between B&H and KEH, I get everything I needful fair prices and return policies. compared to that ,eBay is nothing but a gamble and a headache.

HiHoSilver · Apr 27, 2016

Very classy, Ralph. 'Seems important to recognize those doing work well. Bravo.

Sirius Glass · Apr 27, 2016

jeffreythree · Apr 27, 2016

Made and received my first ever order from KEH last week. It was here quicker than I expected and the used items cleaner than they listed.

Kevin Caulfield · Apr 27, 2016

+1. I've never had a problem with either B&H or KEH.

Alan9940 · Apr 27, 2016

I have ordered quite a bit of used gear from KEH...they ship fast and IMO their ratings are very conservative. I've always been very pleased; guess that's why I keep buying from them!

Loren Sattler · Apr 27, 2016

I have been a very satisfied customer of B&H for many years. Never purchased from KEH. Nice to hear the positive report, will consider them going forward.

craigclu · Apr 27, 2016

My vote for both sources from my personal dealings. KEH has always been a surprise on the pleasant side for what arrives.

Doc W · Apr 27, 2016

+1

Ralph says it well. It is always a crap shoot with auctions. Both KEH and B&H are straightforward, honest, and relliable. That is worth a lot these days.

I am not fond of the labour practices of B&H but they seem to be getting better. BTW, I am not looking for a fight on that. Just voicing my two cents.

Trail Images · Apr 28, 2016

+ 1 for B&H and KEH, but will also say I've never had any issues with eBay all these years either. Both my MF & LF gear was all used items too. So I've been an extremely contented buyer to date.

naeroscatu · Apr 28, 2016

Same here, I had good experience with both. One minor issue though with KEH but mostly due to the way they were set-up nothing to do with the quality of the products.
Some time ago KEH was stuck on shipping with one of the big courier companies - what a headache to get your item from those guys if you are not home when the arrive plus you pay a hefty handling to the courier. I emailed KEH and ask them to ship next time with USPS and they've been flexible. No problems since.

BrianShaw · Apr 28, 2016

These cheerleader threads slay me.

Doc W · Apr 28, 2016

BrianShaw said:
These cheerleader threads slay me.

Consider yourself slain, O Mighty Brian!!

BrianShaw · Apr 28, 2016

Past tense, please: Once Mighty Brian. Remember, I've been slain. "Ding dong, the witch is dead..." You know the tune!

Sirius Glass · Apr 28, 2016

BrianShaw said:
These cheerleader threads slay me.

At least once a month we need a new pro KEH thread.

ColColt · May 5, 2016

I just received a few days ago a Nikkor 50 f1.4 Non-Ai lens rated EX-that it was. Nary a scratch, ding-noting. Had it been in a box you'd be hard pressed to tell it from a new one. The glass was as new.

B&H? None finer.

gone · May 5, 2016

I know...rah rah and all that. Just you wait until they screw up someone's order. Then the worm will turn. I do not support businesses that racially discriminate, but I DO support KEH. You're better off ordering on the phone though. Their website is the pits (and has been for a long time). If you must order online, think of it as a "mystery search" and you'll be OK.

ColColt · May 5, 2016

You're saying B&H racially discriminates? Care to elaborate?

Doc W · May 5, 2016

ColColt said:
You're saying B&H racially discriminates? Care to elaborate?

You can do a google search on "B&H discrimination lawsuit" and find lots of links. It has been ongoing dispute for some time.

ColColt · May 5, 2016

I had no idea they were in any way affiliated with the federal government. Looks like it all started several years ago.

alanrockwood · May 6, 2016

I've ordered a few things from KEH and had good luck. I have bought many things on ebay and have mostly had good luck.

ColColt · May 6, 2016

I've done business with KEH a long time...since around 1992 and never had a problem. Ditto for B&H. These are my two primary sources of finding equipment I want/need and will continue to do so. When KEH indicates a given item as EX or EX+ you get a lens/camera or what have you nearly in new condition. I've gotten 6x7 lens from them in the past rated EX+ and they were as new not only cosmetically but the glass had zero faults. What more could you ask for?

KEH &B&H again

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