I bought this lens for a trip to Galapagos a few years ago, and haven't used it since.

It looks and functions like new, and all glass elements and the barrel are pristine. There are fewer than usual of the typical light scuff marks on the hood. The date code is UT (2005 manufacture).

Here is a gallery of shots from Galapagos, all but three taken with the 100-400mm with Image Stabilization on, since tripods were not allowed ashore:

http://www.brentreid.exposuremanager.com/g/galapagos_portraits

The lens was ideal for that trip, and is the lightest and most convenient way to shoot any nature trip by land or boat where you are with a group and limited in how much gear you can carry. It is also great for outdoor sports.
Comes with all original items: tripod ring, lenshood, front and rear caps, bag, box, strap, book, and warranty card (expired). It is a US model, not "imported".

New price at B&H is US$1679.55, plus taxes and shipping. My price is US$1275, plus the shipping of your choice. Paypal or money order only.

Please PM or email to express serious interest. Thanks for looking.

Note to Dan, who emailed about the lens: when I try to reply to your cashette.com mail address, the messages bounce back.

Could you please try a PM? Thanks.

pm'd and emailed

The lens is sold, pending shipping arrangements and payment.

Payment sent, lens received.