The "New Gear/Willy Waving" thread

I went ahead and ordered from TW. Can't be arsed waiting for Photospecialist and they still aren't showing the Fidlock. So I bought the khaki Pilot 10L, Fidlock and one khaki zipper pouch (reduced to $30 for one pouch instead of $25 for two), total $237 or £171.44 (before potential VAT). Estimated delivery 14th August. Can't wait! :)

I've now got an Amazon returns QR code for my Thinktank. They've made it really easy as I don't even have to package it. I just drop the bag at a Hermes parcelshop in my high street, scan the code and they package and return it for me.
 
Yeah I'm excited :). By the way guys, I got this email,

"Your order is confirmed, thank you very much.
By the way, due to the Covid 19 situation, postal packages are prohibited to enter the UK. We would like to ask if you would want to upgrade to DHL (free of charge) to have your package shipped.
* Please take note that by using DHL, there is a higher possibility that import taxes will occur on your end. (We could declare the package at a lower value to possibly decrease the import taxes on your end.)

Please let us know your thoughts."

So I emailed back saying yes please do that and please declare lower value. I asked if it means I get the parcel in 9 instead of 18 days. They said

"Thanks for confirming! Currently, our shipping schedule is quite full, but we will try and dispatch your package as soon as possible. The estimated time for dispatch is within next week. Upon dispatch, a tracking number will be sent to your email. DHL usually takes 3-4 days to reach.
Hope this gives you a better idea."

So seems it'll be a bit quicker. :)
 
Greebo said:
Thats brill! I like the fact the upgrade is free (costs $49)
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Yep. :) So when you order yours, go for normal post and they should upgrade the same for you. It might be an idea to email them after placing your order,

[email protected]

saying you've ordered and looking forward to receiving the items, (that's what I did) and they should email you back with the same offer.
 
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Ordered. 7l one with mag clip, lens zipper case and two external pockets for £175 converted. Plus VAT when it lands.

I measured my think tank 7 and I am losing just under 2cm on width but gaining 2cm on height. Figured I can live with that. Height will be more useful than width.
 
Greebo said:
Ordered. 7l one with mag clip, lens zipper case and two external pockets for £175 converted. Plus VAT when it lands.

I measured my think tank 7 and I am losing just under 2cm on width but gaining 2cm on height. Figured I can live with that. Height will be more useful than width.
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Nice! You might be able to stack lenses on top of each other with the extra height. For me, I prefer a longer bag and having stuff side by side. Did you email Wotancraft? I would imagine they should offer you the free DHL upgrade.
 
Merlin5 said:
Nice! You might be able to stack lenses on top of each other with the extra height. For me, I prefer a longer bag and having stuff side by side. Did you email Wotancraft? I would imagine they should offer you the free DHL upgrade.
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My issue was that the 10l one then became even more taller and substantially longer than my current bag so I would just be tempted to pack more stuff to make it even heavier. The 7L will make me pack lighter. I will still be able to carry 3 lenses plus body and honestly dont need any more than that! The 10l I would probably be able to fit 4 lenses in.

Yes I did email them and got the same email back as you so have upgraded free of charge to DHL and agreed to lower declared value. :)

Shipping next Wednesday.
 
Greebo said:
My issue was that the 10l one then became even more taller and substantially longer than my current bag so I would just be tempted to pack more stuff to make it even heavier. The 7L will make me pack lighter. I will still be able to carry 3 lenses plus body and honestly dont need any more than that! The 10l I would probably be able to fit 4 lenses in.

Yes I did email them and got the same email back as you so have upgraded free of charge to DHL and agreed to lower declared value. :)

Shipping next Wednesday.
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Awesome! Glad you got the upgrade. Yes, the 10L is probably overkill for me as I only carry 3 lenses and body. Great, so yours shipping Wednesday and I guess mine about the same time. Happy days. :)
 
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