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    Default Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    I ordered a few cleaning brushes. Paid, got confirmation, mooi.

    Next day, I get an email saying I have to wait 12 business days for their stock to arrive.

    Why sell to me without telling me what you don't have in stock, you moron ?

    I replied that I will wait 3 business days to dispatch, or refund. 3 business days is up, I've lodged a payment dispute.

    @#$@#$ing chancers.
    War is convincing young people to kill complete strangers who are not a threat to them personally.

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Arnt they part of the infamous group known for these antics ?

    Their phone number is for all these businesses amongst others:

    Defcon Tactical
    Huntalot.com
    Animal Gear Online
    Wakealot wakeboards
    Metal Detectors SA
    Drone Depot


    EDIT:
    Old problems with them:
    https://www.gunsite.co.za/forums/sho...light=huntalot
    https://www.gunsite.co.za/forums/sho...light=huntalot

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    When you cant find something online but happen to find it listed on a single website, thorough research needs to be done before paying, otherwise ask Jeff Bezos, because Amazon takes only 2 weeks


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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by Steven001 View Post
    otherwise ask Jeff Bezos, because Amazon takes only 2 weeks
    I got a laptop for my daughter from Amazon late last year. It was R4k cheaper than the nearest equivalent in SA on black barfday specials and got to me in 6 days. Place an order for a bunch of accessories (mouse, mouse pad and a cover) from a Takealot as i forgot them on the Amazon order and they arrived 14 days later. I reckon some SA online operations are effectively drop shippers and hold buggerall stock.

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by oafpatroll View Post
    I got a laptop for my daughter from Amazon late last year. It was R4k cheaper than the nearest equivalent in SA on black barfday specials and got to me in 6 days. Place an order for a bunch of accessories (mouse, mouse pad and a cover) from a Takealot as i forgot them on the Amazon order and they arrived 14 days later. I reckon some SA online operations are effectively drop shippers and hold buggerall stock.
    My new Streamlight HL-X cost R1750 including a battery and shipping, the same torch+battery goes for R3600 at a local shop, no need for names because everyone has the right to make a profit.

    Sometimes you can get really lucky and save a lot on Amazon.

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    I'm happy to pay a premium for a local online supplier to hold stock, that costs money and buys me convenience. I am not happy to pay the same premium for them to take my payment in full and then place an order somewhere else.

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by oafpatroll View Post
    I'm happy to pay a premium for a local online supplier to hold stock, that costs money and buys me convenience. I am not happy to pay the same premium for them to take my payment in full and then place an order somewhere else.
    I agree.

    However when I saw the pricing of the torches on Amazon, I couldnt resist, basically half the price...

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by Steven001 View Post
    My new Streamlight HL-X cost R1750 including a battery and shipping, the same torch+battery goes for R3600 at a local shop . . .
    Was there duty/VAT to pay on top of the R1750 ?

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by HadEnuf View Post
    Was there duty/VAT to pay on top of the R1750 ?
    They have an international shipping program where you are quoted all in and upfront. Don't know if that was what Steven001 used but it was what i did for the laptop. They sort shipping and duty and i actually got a small refund a week later as the duty had been slightly overstated. I'm less inclined to 'import' without that service as i have been caught out on duty and on the delays it causes. Suspect that Amazon has done some sort of deal to tame them.

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    Default Re: Defcon Tactical minus the tact

    Quote Originally Posted by HadEnuf View Post
    Was there duty/VAT to pay on top of the R1750 ?
    I went and double checked now, it was R1700.53 including VAT, I actually got like 30 cents refund for the VAT so their system works

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