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Originally Posted by davidw89
I import stuff from Hong Kong (50 range) and shipping cost me about $10. Yes you can get it locally, BUT we're talking about Australia ffs, and the only store that sells it has a very steep price. SO in another word, theres nothing wrong with importing a $59 item because it cost like twice as much up here.
Fine talk about quality shipping and stuff BUT shouldn't we the consumer have a choice between crap shipping and high end shipping (some people are prepared to take the risk)?
P.S. Not a rant..i'll probably get something high end anyway to justify the shipping cost.
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Consumers and retailers both have a choice. The retailer can choose which shipping methods (and associated costs) they offer and consumers can chose to buy from that retailer. If you don't like the total cost move on and buy from where you can the item cheaper
When buying anything I always look at the total cost, as well as the guarantees/return policies offerred and reputation of the dealer. Often the case that gurantees and dealer reputation means my preferred dealer is not the cheapest, but if they are within 5 - 10% of the cheapest no problem in my book. My choice, and the dealers choice to offer more expensive shipping options to both protect themselves and preserve/enhance their reputation.