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Thanks everyone.
Just for closure of the question on this topic, I finally purchased a new US version.
Here is what happened.
I wanted to buy a good normal lens. I have the 50 and 85 primes also several versions of the 18-xxx zooms with and without VR. wanted a fast zoom that is sharp and quick to obtain focus.
I did not want to get Tamron as my prev experience with it(only exp was with 28-75, not the new 24-70) was that, the focus locking was not really reliable when you have pressure and when you are on the move. so wanted to stick with Nikon.
then the question became whether to get a used, imported or US version... that is where I requested your help!
I was fine with used if I get a good copy. But I found that imported versions are may be $100 more! so why not get imported. the dilemma was around warranty. What I learned is that as far as warranty goes, both are about same, with the exception that nikon may service the used US version for a price.
I enquired at many authorized repair centers, they all repair imported ones. Not a problem as people make of it. so used vs import, the warranty question is a wash.
So decided to get an imported one, called few shops, was giving the card number to the sales rep and he guy asked why not consider the US version. I told him I dont want to spend as much, he said what if I give you a great deal, I said it depends on how great the deal is
long story short, I got a decent deal on a new US version and I fell for it!
thanks everyone for your time and sharing your thoughts.
Lens is great... exactly what I was hoping for... and it isnt as heavy as what people were telling me ... feels balanced and solid.
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