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 10/13/2005 12:13:23 AM · #1
Is this normal?


10/13/2005 12:16:16 AM · #2
Yes, during the Jewish holidays. What are you thinking of buying?

Message edited by author 2005-10-13 00:17:32.
 10/13/2005 12:16:46 AM · #3
Adorama is closed for a bit too.
 10/13/2005 12:18:59 AM · #4
I didn't realize they did that every year.

Was just browsing and was surprised. I lived in New York for 4 years and never saw any other business closed that much during the holidays. Guess I've never bought anything from them in October, heh.
 10/13/2005 12:21:54 AM · #5
I really like it that, they print their closed dates on the invoice if is upcoming to remind you.
 10/13/2005 12:24:14 AM · #6
Yeah, I emailed them about a Wein Safe Sync and about shipping one to Australia and I got an automated email back saying they were closed for holidays???? Sheesh!
 10/13/2005 12:26:58 AM · #7
Originally posted by Makka:
Yeah, I emailed them about a Wein Safe Sync and about shipping one to Australia and I got an automated email back saying they were closed for holidays???? Sheesh!


They will reply after the holidays.

-Terry
 10/13/2005 12:34:33 AM · #8
Let it be known I am not anti-semitic but I find it ever so slightly disturbing that there aren't enough non-jewish employees to keep the business open during those holidays, what gives with that?
 10/13/2005 12:35:57 AM · #9
They might have plenty of employees but choose to close so that their employees can also rest or for other religious reasons.

I think it's cool that they take their faith serious enough to take what must be a pretty big financial hit.
 10/13/2005 12:43:35 AM · #10
Originally posted by donfanatic:
Let it be known I am not anti-semitic but I find it ever so slightly disturbing that there aren't enough non-jewish employees to keep the business open during those holidays, what gives with that?


Jewish law requires not only that you cannot transact business during certain holidays, but also that you cannot hire someone to transact business on your behalf during those days as well.

This is also why B&H cannot be open on Saturdays.

-Terry
 10/13/2005 03:28:07 AM · #11
Originally posted by ClubJuggle:
Jewish law requires not only that you cannot transact business during certain holidays, but also that you cannot hire someone to transact business on your behalf during those days as well.

This is also why B&H cannot be open on Saturdays.

-Terry


Wow that is interesting Terry. I used to work for a Jewish couple who own a chain of camera stores here in Canada, we not only worked year round but THEY also answered the phone with "Merry Christmas" instead of happy holidays.

Thanks for clearing that up, it gives me a whole new perspective on my former employers, and a new respect for B&H.

Don

Message edited by author 2005-10-13 03:29:09.
 10/13/2005 03:36:57 AM · #12
Originally posted by donfanatic:
Wow that is interesting Terry. I used to work for a Jewish couple who own a chain of camera stores here in Canada, we not only worked year round but THEY also answered the phone with "Merry Christmas" instead of happy holidays.

Thanks for clearing that up, it gives me a whole new perspective on my former employers, and a new respect for B&H.

Don


As with Christianity and many other faiths, there are various different branches of Judaism, each of which interprets various religious commandments somewhat differently, and each of which has different sets of traditions. While many are universal, some vary from one branch to another. Of course, there is also the fact that some individuals observe those laws and traditions more strictly than others.

-Terry
 10/13/2005 06:54:49 AM · #13
I had friends in New York who called themselves "Completed Jews" they were Jews who decided Jesus really was the Messiah. I don't know what they did during holidays...heck maybe they got more holidays than anyone! :)
 10/13/2005 08:03:46 AM · #14
For what it's worth I would recommend checking out CANOGA CAMERA if you are looking for a reliable place to buy while b/h is closed. I've had good luck with them, they are highly rated and the prices are competitive.
 10/13/2005 08:28:54 AM · #15
Originally posted by ttreit:
I think it's cool that they take their faith serious enough to take what must be a pretty big financial hit.


Its cant really be much of a finacial hit because they all close. I would try that place out of LA.

Tim
 10/13/2005 08:49:40 AM · #16
Originally posted by ClubJuggle:
Originally posted by donfanatic:
Let it be known I am not anti-semitic but I find it ever so slightly disturbing that there aren't enough non-jewish employees to keep the business open during those holidays, what gives with that?


Jewish law requires not only that you cannot transact business during certain holidays, but also that you cannot hire someone to transact business on your behalf during those days as well.

This is also why B&H cannot be open on Saturdays.

-Terry


I think it is Chic-fil-a (thank for the info) that was founded by a Christian that still follows the "no working on the sabbath" and no stores are open on Sunday. I try to follow that but it gets really hard. I think the world would be a lot happier place if we all took at least one day off and did nothing, no shopping, no work, just spent time with your family (of course with some families that in itself IS work). Just my opinion

Message edited by author 2005-10-13 08:55:36.
 10/13/2005 08:52:18 AM · #17
Originally posted by sabphoto:

I think it is Church's Chicken that was founded by a Christian that still follows the "no working on the sabbath" and no stores are open on Sunday. I try to follow that but it gets really hard. I think the world would be a lot happier place if we all took at least one day off and did nothing, no shopping, no work, just spent time with your family (of course with some families that in itself IS work). Just my opinion


No, its Chik-Fil-A.
 10/13/2005 10:08:14 AM · #18
Samys Camera is a very reputable local chain here in Los Angeles. I buy most of my stuff through them and they've been great. Got a package from them coming today as a matter of fact. :-)
 10/13/2005 10:27:27 AM · #19
yep I had to buy something for my camera last night, damn all the camera stores were closed I had to go to J&R Music World last night. They sell everything there.
 10/13/2005 04:34:47 PM · #20
Man I was getting ready to order a few things..........I wonder how long it will take to get it?
 10/13/2005 06:44:44 PM · #21
Anybody know if I should just wait and order in November?

10/13/2005 06:56:35 PM · #22
//www.digitalfotoclub.com is a good alt to order from, I have had good luck with them and good prices
 10/13/2005 07:21:43 PM · #23
I'd prefer B&H....I think if I order it now they will ship it tomorrow.
 10/13/2005 07:26:07 PM · #24
Originally posted by rex:
Anybody know if I should just wait and order in November?

If you check the posted schedule you'll see they're open many sporadic days in October, including Hallowe'en ... Trick or Treat!
 10/13/2005 07:28:06 PM · #25
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by rex:
Anybody know if I should just wait and order in November?

If you check the posted schedule you'll see they're open many sporadic days in October, including Hallowe'en ... Trick or Treat!


I am ordering now.....Maybe it will ship out tomorrow. There goes $200
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