Digital BW, The Print

R:,

I would be interested in ordering 5 boxes of 13x19 Eclipse Satine 300
Gsm paper.

Jerry Olson

jerryolson@...

3601 11th Avenue North,
Grand Forks, North Dakota
58203








rmurai@... wrote:
> 
> Hi Folks,
> 
> I'm interested in determining how many people will commit to
> participating in a group purchase of paper in order to secure a
> sizeable discount. I've arranged with Photoinkjet.com to secure a
> ONE-TIME discount of between 20-40% off their advertised web
> prices (excluding sales and special offers). The final price, of
> course, will be dependent on the quantity that we all purchase and
> individual manufacturers markups. Although we've decided to "limit"
> the selection to what seems to be some of the leading papers
> listed below, if you have another preference and there's enough
> demand, please let me know and we may be able to add it to the mix.
> 
> The papers are as follows:
> 
> Somerset Velvet Enhanced
> Hahnemuhle Photo Rag
> Hahnemuhle German Etching
> Hahnemuhle William Turner
> Hahnemuhle Alegretto
> Brightcube Satine
> Extreme Gamut Satin (Limited sizes - will be discontinued in several
> months)
> 
> Here's how it'll work -
> 
> 1. Every participant must make a FIVE pack/roll minimum order AND
> subsequent purchase. This can be a mix of ANY brand, size,
> weight, etc. Five letter size (8.5x11) packs would work. Take a look
> at PIJ's website for an idea of what's available - http://
> www.photoinkjet.com/
> 
> 2. Please send me an email stating what paper, size, weight, etc,
> that your are COMMITTING to and I'll tabulate the total order and
> forward this to PIJ where we'll then determine the final prices.
> 
> THE DEADLINE FOR YOUR INITIAL ORDER IS NOVEMBER 10 - FINAL PAYMENT
> WILL BE DUE BY NOVEMBER 21
> 
> In addition to the volume the final price will be determined and will
> vary according to the markups of the various manufacturers. If
> we are able to assemble an order of approximately 100 packages the
> discount will be the  greatest.
> 
> 3. Remember, your order MUST consist of at least five packs but can
> be a mix of brands, sheet sizes, weights, etc.
> 
> 4. Once we have a final count and determine final prices you will be
> notified via email. You will then contact PIJ with your billing
> info (shipping/CA sales tax/Duty/etc. will be added). As the prices
> are determined by the final order it's IMPERATIVE that you
> seriously consider the quantity and estimated amount of your order
> and make payment in a timely manner. The actual sale will not
> be processed until everyone is accounted for. If several people back
> out at the last minute that may be enough to jeopardize the final
> prices for us all. So PLEASE, PLEASE give your initial order some
> careful thought.  PIJ will not be giving the stuff away but I think
> that we can count on at least a minimum 20% discount if not more.
> 
> 5. THE DEALINE FOR YOUR INITIAL ORDER IS NOVEMBER 10 - FINAL PAYMENT
> WILL BE DUE BY NOVEMBER 21.
> 
> Please note: I'm not associated with PIJ, will not be making any
> money from this and am volunteering my services for the
> betterment of all. I also assume no liability for any problems that
> you may encounter with PIJ.  I chose PIJ because their prices
> seem to the some of the lowest, they have a wide selection and they
> are willing to work with us. I've conducted and participated in
> successful group purchases on other forums and it's benefited
> everyone. I will personally participate with a sizeable purchase. I
> hope that this doesn't turn into a major PITA. If we all cooperate
> and is successful then I'm sure we can conduct another group
> purchase at a future date. And we can shop our order around. I don't
> see why we can't extend our buying power towards ink,
> printers, scanners, etc.
> 
> Finally - this is not meant to start a flame war over paper
> selection/preferences, retailer/manufacturers allegiance, etc. etc.
> If you disagree or are uneasy then please do not participate. The
> intention is to be able to purchase our materials at a substantial
> discount so that we can all continue with our work.
> 
> Feel free to spread the word to others who don't monitor the dig
> printing e-groups.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Rick Murai
> Northern Calif
> 
> rmurai@...
> 
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