That's $632 US Dollars for all our American SZ members. That is quite disparaging indeed! Even if you buy over the internet I suppose you still have to pay that price because of the VAT in European countries. One possible solution John is if you knew someone personally that has a business with a VAT number you could give him your money and let him purchase your gear at the reduced rate whereby saving you a substantial amount. Although I am not sure what I am suggesting is legal to do. But if it is and you know such a person with a VAT number that would be one way to save money on your gear.

Best regards,
Mike