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Customs, VAT, country specific laws, returns/defects....I'm sure it is a nightmare for a unique business model like MassDrop's to deal with.

Also, they say this under the Caly 3 ad:

[quote]Note: We are working on alternative methods to offer international shipping, but due to our international shipping partner’s regulations on 'dangerous items,' this item can only be shipped to US addresses.[/quote][/b]

Two from BladeHQ added to post #1:

• Double Bevel: 52.83% off
• Starmate: 51.61% off

RamZar wrote:Two from BladeHQ added to post #1:

• Double Bevel: 52.83% off
• Starmate: 51.61% off

This thread has emptied my pockets and I can't buy anything else.
But contrary to the opinion of some, I have to confess that
the Double Bevel makes my private parts tingle.

Mad Mac wrote:I have to confess that
the Double Bevel makes my private parts tingle.

Sounds like you must have a hole in your front pocket! Try back pocket carry to reduce the tingling. :p

SpeedHoles wrote:

Mad Mac wrote:I have to confess that
the Double Bevel makes my private parts tingle.

Sounds like you must have a hole in your front pocket! Try back pocket carry to reduce the tingling. :p

What if he has a hole in his back pocket?! :eek:

Haha, this is going downhill quick

Spydergirl88 wrote:

SpeedHoles wrote:

Mad Mac wrote:I have to confess that
the Double Bevel makes my private parts tingle.

Sounds like you must have a hole in your front pocket! Try back pocket carry to reduce the tingling. :p

What if he has a hole in his back pocket?! :eek:

Then his backside will tingle. I've never enjoyed back pocket carry...not that there's anything wrong with it. :D

A bit ironic.
This thread may be showcasing the main reason for MAP pricing.

MCM wrote:A bit ironic.
This thread may be showcasing the main reason for MAP pricing.

With or without this thread, it's the end of the year and discontinued models get heavily discounted.

It may be the last year this happens.

MCM wrote:A bit ironic.
This thread may be showcasing the main reason for MAP pricing.

If a company wants to get rid of their stock, they should be able to. These aren't brand new knives that recently came out, these are older models that haven't been selling well enough. Also, you can make money selling products in volume instead of just occasionally at higher margins.

Cujobob wrote:

MCM wrote:A bit ironic.
This thread may be showcasing the main reason for MAP pricing.

If a company wants to get rid of their stock, they should be able to. These aren't brand new knives that recently came out, these are older models that haven't been selling well enough. Also, you can make money selling products in volume instead of just occasionally at higher margins.

Also, as I mentioned in a post on the previous page, some of these deals apparently don't violate MAP requirements, such as the disco'd knives at STP which were advertised in an email to me at prices well above the MAP. However the email also included a 25% coupon code, which would bring the prices well below MAP. As I understand the MAP requirements, this sort of thing may well be permitted.

I doubt MAP will apply to discontinued models like STP sells. But have no idea.
When does MAP kick in? Jan 1st 2016?
I don't think MAP is a bad idea at all. Not uncommon in this industry.
Most have gone to it for several valid reasons.

The last few times I tried to visit massdrop
my Google Chrome browser splashed this warning:

Your connection is not private

Attackers might be trying to steal your information from http://www.massdrop.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; (for example, passwords, messages, or credit cards).

Mad Mac wrote:The last few times I tried to visit massdrop
my Google Chrome browser splashed this warning:

Your connection is not private

Attackers might be trying to steal your information from http://www.massdrop.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; (for example, passwords, messages, or credit cards).

do not use Chrome, if this is an obstacle to buy a Spydie :D

bh49 wrote:

Mad Mac wrote:The last few times I tried to visit massdrop
my Google Chrome browser splashed this warning:

Your connection is not private

Attackers might be trying to steal your information from http://www.massdrop.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; (for example, passwords, messages, or credit cards).

do not use Chrome, if this is an obstacle to buy a Spydie :D

I use Chrome too but I haven't got that message at Massdrop. I did get it a couple of times at knivesshipfree.

DougC-3 wrote:I use Chrome too but I haven't got that message at Massdrop. I did get it a couple of times at knivesshipfree.

It may have had something to do with HughesNet "throttling down" my internet speed after I burned up my data allowance. It is not happening to me now that a new period has begun.

Ladybug 3 Stainless at MassDrop 57% off

Only $32! Just in time for stocking stuffers!

(No, no... Must have the precious.)

Starmate $131 at Amazon. Visa Chase Freedom will give you 10% back.

A few more from BladeHQ:

• Ulize: 53.13% off
• Schempp Rock: 51.02% off
• Tenacious SpyderEdge: 50.04% off