martin_altmann Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I'm going to New Haven (Conn.) on a buiseness trip in October and Iwonder if there are good and reliable stores selling photographic(NIKON) and other optical equipment (such as binocs) in this town. Ifanybody can give me hints, I would be glad. Good and reliable meaningfair priced and of good reputation, no rip-off cheapies. Thanks a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damon_kirschbaum Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 <a href="http://www.camerabar.com/">Camera Bar</a> is in Hartford--thirty minutes north of New Haven. Tell them that I sent you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShunCheung Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 If you are in Connecticut, you might as well pay a visit to New York City, where there are <A HREF="http://www.bhphotovideo.com">B&H</A>, Adorama, etc. If you indeed go there in person, please check their business hours in advance. E.g., they are not open on Saturdays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_yuen Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Tamarkin is in Woodbridge, CT. They are about 3 miles northwest of New Haven. They are Leica specialist, but also carry Nikon. Their main store is in NY City. You should call them ahead to find out their hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_marshall1 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Tamarkin in Woodbridge is essentially by appointment only. Mr. Tamarkin is helpful, friendly, & knowledgable. It is certainly worth the visit. Classic Connection, run by former Tamarkin manager Sam Shoshan, is also available by appointment in Woodbridge. Sam is a gentleman & very helpful. Both of the above have a good inventory of used equipment. If you make arrangements in advance Tamarkin's New York store will ship equipment to the Connecticut shop for your inspection. Camera Wholesalers in Stamford, about 45 minutes west of New Haven, has a very comprehensive inventory from new/used cameras & lenses to bags & accessories. Prices are good but they have a no return policy - exchange or store credit only. The camera district in manhattan i a 2 1/2 train ride from New Haven - worth the trip if you have the time but a full day if you do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Waller Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Ditto the B&H recommendation. Go to NYC and quit fooling around. Train from New Haven directly to Grand Central and then walk to B&H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_marshall1 Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I should add that Milford Photo is another comprehensive camera shop in the area, staffed by nice people in a spacious store. About 20 minutes west of New Haven in Milfor, CT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martin_altmann Posted September 9, 2004 Author Share Posted September 9, 2004 Thanks to you all for these great tips. I'll check out most if I can, Cheers, Martin PS: Here in Chile, photographic equipment is so much more expensive (D70+lens $2200,-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vic_. Posted September 9, 2004 Share Posted September 9, 2004 Martin, Before you take your trip, research the B&H website www.bhphoto.com Their prices are among the best. Also, Rich Pinto at www.photovillage.com Beware that B&H is closed on Saturdays and on Jewish Religious Holidays (dates listed on their website). B&H also ships overseas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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