small war between Chamonix dealer ? which one to choose ?

[anorphirith]

I'm trying to buy a 045-N2 but I'm not sure where to buy it from
Hugo on
http://www.chamonixviewcamera.com/
says that the eBay seller is not an authorized dealer
and the eBay seller
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chamonix-045N-2-camera-/172429513853?hash=item282599947d:g:CIoAAOSw44BYKFrJ
says that he's an authorized seller and adds a photo of a contract written in chinese as proof....
So obviously I'm confused. Hugo wants me to deposit money directly into his bank account which is a no go, so the eBay option is more secure for now.
But how can the eBay store carry Chamonix and Hugo says they're not authorized ? is there 2 versions of the Chamonix cameras ? is one of them a fake ?

thanks

 

[Alan9940]

I've never bought any Chamonix camera, but what I can tell you is that Hugo's name is the only name I've ever heard when buying Chamonix cameras. I'm not saying the eBay dealer isn't legit, but...heck...Google translate and I could produce a valid looking document, too! Just sayin....

 

[GWalls]

Hugo, takes PayPal which makes your money just as safe as any other bank transfer service. I just bought mine thru Hugo because of the service in case it ever needs any. Plus the ebay dealers are a little more expensive.

 

[anorphirith]

ok, thanks a lot guys, I'll pay the fees and get it from him then.

 

[Two23]

Hugo is the guy that makes them, so he would know, wouldn't he?


Kent in SD

 

[winger]

I sent a check to Hugo at his CA address and my camera was at my house in less than a month. And loving it ever since.

 

[Peter Schuyler]

+1 for Hugo

 

[mhanc]

hugo is the man... bought a new chamonix 10x8, lens boards and holders from hugo seven or so years ago. sent a check to his CA address and received the camera shortly thereafter. no issues whatsoever.

 

[Vaughn]

I just got an 11x14 through Hugo -- put the money straight into his business account. That is, I went to a branch of his bank and had my check deposited into his account.

Everything went as smooth as could be. beautiful camera!

 

[anorphirith]

I just placed an order for a 045N-2
I used paypal it wasn't that expensive.
hopefully I'll get it soon !

 

[jimgalli]

Yep. Your $$$$ is safer in Hugo's bank account than your own. Absolutely stand up guy.