[Elecraft] Refurbished? What does that mean exactly?

[Bill Coleman]

After Elecraft discontinued the P3, I was alarmed, because I wanted one. So, when they offered to sell a limited number of new units, I ordered a P3 when it was first available. 

At the time, Elecraft said they were going to order the parts and would send out notices when the units were available.

I got a notice today for my ordered P3. But they are sending me a refurbished unit, not a “new” one. They did give me a nice discount on the price for my trouble. (although the price was raised considerably from before the P3 was discontinued, so that may be a wash).

Given that the P3 is currently unobtainium, and is likely going to remain so after these orders are done, I paid my balance to complete the order.

I’m just wondering what I’m getting, if it isn’t “new.” It’s not exactly what I expected.

Bill Coleman, AA4LR, PP-ASEL        Mail: aa4lr at arrl.net
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