[Elecraft] Elecraft Disgruntled JA

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In VK we have a GST exemption from the US provided the goods value (including freight) does not exceed $1,000.00 Australian Dollars. If the item(s) exceed this amount, then a GST of 10 percent is applied.

But the freight charges from the US for say an Ameritron 811H amplifier will be added to the sell price of around $800.00 (depending on where you shop) will likely end up at around $1,250.00 or thereabouts.

Dealers in VK regularly advertise these amplifiers for $1,799 plus freight, or in one case $1,899.00 delivered anywhere in VK.

Even the most liberal thinker would question the difference. Yes the seller will have a list of reasons ready to offer the customer who dares to ask why the price is so high.

Customs clearance charges, freight cost's as all this gear comes air freight, GST and "warranty" allowance etc. Sounds good, till you need to claim on the warranty...(:-))

YMMV

73's
Gary
VK4FD - Portable
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