Rebate Deadline Sucker... Me

orisky wrote in post #2727777
at the risk of sounding too negative...don't hold your breath ed. I got the same email...followed up by the rejection card.

how long after the e-mail were you rejected?

ed rader

Received the (generic) email on 2/3 that I would receive a check in 2-3 weeks. About a week ago I checked the web-rebates site and it showed the non-compliance note. Received the non-compliance card in the mail on 2/16.

Since I knew the card was coming, I called Canon mid-week to find out what's going on. Took 2 calls, but on the second call they said everything looked fine and I would be getting my check. Just yesterday I received a (personalized) email that said my check would be coming in the correct amount.


And even with all this hassle, I *just* purchased a 50 1.4 AND a 100 2.8 macro. Jeff needed someone to keep him company I couldn't resist...I got too good of a deal.

orisky wrote in post #2728287
Received the (generic) email on 2/3 that I would receive a check in 2-3 weeks. About a week ago I checked the web-rebates site and it showed the non-compliance note. Received the non-compliance card in the mail on 2/16.

Since I knew the card was coming, I called Canon mid-week to find out what's going on. Took 2 calls, but on the second call they said everything looked fine and I would be getting my check. Just yesterday I received a (personalized) email that said my check would be coming in the correct amount.

And even with all this hassle, I *just* purchased a 50 1.4 AND a 100 2.8 macro. Jeff needed someone to keep him company I couldn't resist...I got too good of a deal.

from what i've read most rejections were later overturned if you are persistent.

for $690 i'll be all over them. glad you got squared away .

ed rader

SuzyView wrote in post #2727180
Yeah, considering I sent mine in at the end of November and they still have me down as not sending my rebate in yet.

Suzy, here is how to get your money. It worked for me.

http://forums.dpreview​.com …rum=1032&messag​e=22104260

SuzyView wrote in post #2727240
The 24-70 is so much more than just a great zoom. It is the best tool for events I've ever used. With the 5D, it is really sharp. I have not used it much on my EOS 3, but I will start shooting my old rolls of B&W film sometime soon.

Oooh, I did NOT need to read this....I am inches away from pulling the trigger.

I know I should wait for PMA2007, but then again - if Canon really does launch a new 24-70 IS, it's going to be $1.6K at least. I have $1K in the budget. That extra $600 is not going to materialize out of thin air no matter how I dream.

So I don't think I should wait.. and now you're giving me an excuse

The 'good' news however is that I was never eligible for the rebate. It's open to US residents only (which I am not). Don't even think about weasling your way out of it - B&H kindly stamps my address on every invoice. And no amount of arguing will convince the rebate center on that issue

However, even without the rebates, PSJAN is still working.... and I AM eligible for that

Lightstream wrote in post #2729001
Oooh, I did NOT need to read this....I am inches away from pulling the trigger.

I know I should wait for PMA2007, but then again - if Canon really does launch a new 24-70 IS, it's going to be $1.6K at least. I have $1K in the budget. That extra $600 is not going to materialize out of thin air no matter how I dream.

So I don't think I should wait.. and now you're giving me an excuse

The 'good' news however is that I was never eligible for the rebate. It's open to US residents only (which I am not). Don't even think about weasling your way out of it - B&H kindly stamps my address on every invoice. And no amount of arguing will convince the rebate center on that issue

However, even without the rebates, PSJAN is still working.... and I AM eligible for that

Here you go, just click here: PSJAN07024... [SIZE=2]Go on, do it, do it, do it...

(BTW- If anyone ever has a problem with something like alcoholism, I might not be the "friend" you want to call in a moment of weakness. I think they call people like me an "enabler".)

Rebates are a great opportunity to buy lenses, so if you need something, go for it. I've never had a problem with rebates, personally, though I've read horror stories. As long as you get a certified receipt of the mailing, keep copies of everything, you should be okay if they tell you otherwise.

In early January I purchased the 28 f/1.8 and 85 f/1.8 and just last night purchased the 10-22mm wide angle with the PSJan code and double rebate it ends up being $609. The only other lens I need to purchase is the 70-200 f/4 IS and I may do so later this summer or sooner if there's a decent rebate on it.

I bit on the cheese in the mousetrap yesterday as well. I went in for a flash, bought it and walked out. As I was walking to the car I thought to myself "You know you are going to buy that lens anyway..." so back in the store I went to get my first L glass! I too picked up the 24-70 and played with it all day. It is a very nice lens! You will love it. Now on to those rebates...


Cam

CanonCam wrote in post #2729086
I bit on the cheese in the mousetrap yesterday as well. I went in for a flash, bought it and walked out. As I was walking to the car I thought to myself "You know you are going to buy that lens anyway..." so back in the store I went to get my first L glass! I too picked up the 24-70 and played with it all day. It is a very nice lens! You will love it. Now on to those rebates...

Cam

Hey! Another Hoosier! Did you get it at Roberts by any chance?

I bought the 400mm f5.6 to go with my 100mm 2.8 macro. I was going to wait until spring to buy the 400mm but he rebates convinced me to get it now.

Jeff Solenberg wrote in post #2729098
Hey! Another Hoosier! Did you get it at Roberts by any chance?

Sure did! At Carmel. Good folks in there.

CanonCam wrote in post #2730182
Sure did! At Carmel. Good folks in there.

I agree. I've left a lot of money there, and downtown.

Jeff Solenberg wrote in post #2729037
Here you go, just click here: PSJAN07024... [SIZE=2]Go on, do it, do it, do it...

(BTW- If anyone ever has a problem with something like alcoholism, I might not be the "friend" you want to call in a moment of weakness. I think they call people like me an "enabler".)

Corrupter!!

Means the same thing pretty much.. one who corrupts others into doing what they should not be doing.....but why am I suddenly feeling very weak