Let me explain why I decided to pay.
Back in mid December, the reseller was on the TX approved list. A search here showed that people had ordered from them before and had gotten their goods. I preordered back then with a view to getting my SX lite in the first batch. When I was able, I paid the remainder. The shop site then disappeared, but reappeared under a new URL. It's only recently after I asked about shipping dates that I was asked to pay the extra.
I took the decision to pay, mainly because even with the additional payment, the total cost still comes in cheaper than other resellers.
The reseller has always been responsive.
They were on the TX approved list.
They seemed to have good feedback before I ordered.
Even when they disappeared off the net, they contacted me with the new site URL.
I know first hand how keenly HMRC are checking the CN22s on imports from China in the UK.
I bought a single unit for my own use.
It was a calculated risk, and one that I was prepared to take up to a point. I'm at that point now.
And no, I won't be using them again, even if I get the chip.
