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Buying A Cartridge Direct From Japan

Seems like there can be some decent savings when buying certain cartridges directly from Japan, vs buying from here in the US. Since I'm just learning about cartridges, would there be any kind of difference between a Japan model and a US model, maybe electrically or something, that would prevent using a Japan model here in the US? I would think they would be exactly the same, but I want to be sure before I maybe do anything. Thanks.
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brf
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You would not have a US warrantee or domestic support if something goes wrong.
brf
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What is the job of such a intermediary?

To deal with all the general questions and eliminate the time wasters, thereby allowing Van den Hul to concentrate on fixing cartridges.
brf
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Griffithds, it’s the business model that vdh selected, they are a wholesaler and rely on their distribution channels to deal with the end user.

Sure vdh could bring the customer service in-house to answer general inquiries, sales fulfillment etc, but his prices would need to be increased to cover off additional staff and over head.
brf
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Griffihds, I assume your fees structure incorporates some level of customer interaction. When you get your car serviced do you take it direct to the manufacture or one of their authorized dealerships?
brf
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What btw is the diference between answering dealers or customers questions?

I would assume the difference is the number of inquiries.

I am not defending vdh business model, just saying there are difference wholesale approaches
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