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So shipping to the US increased to $130 via UPS (no longer DHL). Granted it may get to my location a bit sooner but who knows, with delays in customs, etc.... completely understanding that we're all in a worldwide crisis with this pandemic.
Had my eye on ST-62 back in early March and then an SC-450+ or maybe an CST-24. Didn't pull the trigger back then and now kinda regretting it. Waited and waited, only to see shipping charges go from ~$33 to $49. Okay, no problem I thought.
Then seemingly overnight each HB started to go into "On request" or "Shipment due to arrive in 4-8 weeks" status.
Disappointing? Yes but I've managed to recently get a ST kit which, after a couple of weeks actually turned out pretty good. Certainly not perfect (not the best soldering, nitro imperfections...) but I did learn a lot building it. And learning how to properly install a trem bridge was perhaps the most challenging. (Thank you YouTube!)
I'll try and remain patient. Maybe things will settle down in Aug or Sept but I'm not really holding my breath on that.
In the meantime, I'll live sort of vicariously watching as many of you finally receive your HBs after weeks of anxiety, wondering if your new toys will arrive safely, without damage.
So, though I may have missed the boat on a nice, shiny Harley Benton, I'll just wait for the next cruise ship to come along. Oh, wait.....