Pentax K-1 & D-BG6 Grip $1,490.69

Pentax K-1 & D-BG6 Grip $1,490.69 · **2 Likes**

Just noticed that Optics Planet has the Pentax K-1 and D-BG6 grip as a bundled package for $1,674.93. Today (Nov 27th), you can also apply their Black Friday / Cyber Monday code "BFCYBER" and get an additional 11% off, taking the price down to $1,490.69:
Pentax K-1 DSLR Camera, 36.4 Megapixel, 19568 Color: Black, W/ Bundle | 12% Off w/ Free S&H
I have not had any experience with this seller but they appear to be on the Ricoh Imaging authorized dealer list:
https://us.ricoh-imaging.com/images/Ricoh%20Imaging_Authorized%20Dealer%20List.pdf

Ikarus · 11-27-2018, 10:21 AM

Alright, this finally did it for me. Online ratings for this merchant are not great, but BBB has them at A+. I suspect they don't have the item in stock, but rather drop ship from Ricoh. Anyway, I am not in a rush. I placed the order, will let you know how it goes.

**UncleVanya** · 11-27-2018, 11:17 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Ikarus

Alright, this finally did it for me. Online ratings for this merchant are not great, but BBB has them at A+. I suspect they don't have the item in stock, but rather drop ship from Ricoh. Anyway, I am not in a rush. I placed the order, will let you know how it goes.

Not to detour too much but I have very little faith in BBB ratings from personal experience and online discussion. The BBB model is really one of cover up and clean up. But if they have an A+ rating they will likely try to keep it which means a squeaky wheel is likely to get results.

Ikarus · 11-29-2018, 09:46 PM - **1 Like**

They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended.

**reduno** · 11-30-2018, 04:49 AM

Originally posted by Ikarus

They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended.

Sorry to hear they cancelled your order, I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place. The K-1 has also now disappeared from their web page. I guess this is another reason to buy from a reputable seller (although the Kp bundle issue this year suggests that may not always be a guarantee). Again, my apologies for wasting your time and getting you more spam.

**onlineflyer** · 11-30-2018, 06:20 AM

Originally posted by Ikarus

They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended.

I, and many others, have found sellers of equipment in the pf marketplace to be honest and reliable. You might want to keep an eye out for a used, low shutter count K-1

**UncleVanya** · 11-30-2018, 08:53 AM

Originally posted by onlineflyer

I, and many others, have found sellers of equipment in the pf marketplace to be honest and reliable. You might want to keep an eye out for a used, low shutter count K-1

Agreed!

Ikarus · 11-30-2018, 09:51 AM

Originally posted by reduno

I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place.

No worries, you don't owe me anything. It was worth a shot, but probably just too good to be true. My K-3 still serves me fine, so I don't really 'need' a K-1, and if I did, they are still available new for more than decent prices: 1500 on Amazon, and Ricoh still shows it with the 28-105 for 1800.

PDish · 12-02-2018, 09:44 AM

Originally posted by reduno

Sorry to hear they cancelled your order, I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place. The K-1 has also now disappeared from their web page. I guess this is another reason to buy from a reputable seller (although the Kp bundle issue this year suggests that may not always be a guarantee). Again, my apologies for wasting your time and getting you more spam.

I didn't buy it but a member ASENO has a K1 for $1099 w/ 4750 shutter count. Good deal and in the forum. Good luck.

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11-27-2018, 10:21 AM	#2
Ikarus Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: California Photos: Albums Posts: 484	Alright, this finally did it for me. Online ratings for this merchant are not great, but BBB has them at A+. I suspect they don't have the item in stock, but rather drop ship from Ricoh. Anyway, I am not in a rush. I placed the order, will let you know how it goes.

11-27-2018, 11:17 AM - 1 Like	#3
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by Ikarus Alright, this finally did it for me. Online ratings for this merchant are not great, but BBB has them at A+. I suspect they don't have the item in stock, but rather drop ship from Ricoh. Anyway, I am not in a rush. I placed the order, will let you know how it goes. Not to detour too much but I have very little faith in BBB ratings from personal experience and online discussion. The BBB model is really one of cover up and clean up. But if they have an A+ rating they will likely try to keep it which means a squeaky wheel is likely to get results.

11-29-2018, 09:46 PM - 1 Like	#4
Ikarus Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: California Photos: Albums Posts: 484	They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended.

11-30-2018, 04:49 AM	#5
reduno Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central NY, USA Posts: 965 Original Poster	Originally posted by Ikarus They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended. Sorry to hear they cancelled your order, I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place. The K-1 has also now disappeared from their web page. I guess this is another reason to buy from a reputable seller (although the Kp bundle issue this year suggests that may not always be a guarantee). Again, my apologies for wasting your time and getting you more spam.

11-30-2018, 06:20 AM	#6
onlineflyer Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NW Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,091	Originally posted by Ikarus They do deserve their poor online reviews. I clicked on the order status link in the confirmation email just now and it shows as 'order canceled'. Mind you, up to now they didn't bother to let me know, even though they had no qualms about immediately starting to spam me with unrelated emails after I had placed the order. So yeah, they definitely cannot be recommended. I, and many others, have found sellers of equipment in the pf marketplace to be honest and reliable. You might want to keep an eye out for a used, low shutter count K-1

11-30-2018, 08:53 AM	#7
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,404	Originally posted by onlineflyer I, and many others, have found sellers of equipment in the pf marketplace to be honest and reliable. You might want to keep an eye out for a used, low shutter count K-1 Agreed!

11-30-2018, 09:51 AM	#8
Ikarus Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: California Photos: Albums Posts: 484	Originally posted by reduno I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place. No worries, you don't owe me anything. It was worth a shot, but probably just too good to be true. My K-3 still serves me fine, so I don't really 'need' a K-1, and if I did, they are still available new for more than decent prices: 1500 on Amazon, and Ricoh still shows it with the 28-105 for 1800.

12-02-2018, 09:44 AM	#9
PDish Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Santa Rosa,CA Posts: 79	Originally posted by reduno Sorry to hear they cancelled your order, I owe you an apology for not doing my own research before posting the "deal" in the first place. The K-1 has also now disappeared from their web page. I guess this is another reason to buy from a reputable seller (although the Kp bundle issue this year suggests that may not always be a guarantee). Again, my apologies for wasting your time and getting you more spam. I didn't buy it but a member ASENO has a K1 for $1099 w/ 4750 shutter count. Good deal and in the forum. Good luck.