I'm with Eric - yes and no.
Infinite wisdom says to keep them for re-sending/warranty issues, but space generally becomes an issue and over time they get dumped.
Smaller boxes like eyepieces etc I generally keep, but big stuff, I generally give the flick. Maybe not immediately, but say after 2 months.
I kept my Pelican cardboard box for 6months, thinking I may sell it one day, but I've since tossed it out.
There's no real wrong or right solution, but maybe keep it if the warranty stipulates it must be returned in the original packaging. PITA....
Norm
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