Have bought some smaller items from OPT in California. Just about everything in stock. Delivery was about 5 days from the US to regional WA via the cheapest shipping method. Service was excellant. Bought from Victoria and NSW recently and the in stock item took 2 to 3 weeks to arrive
. but the service in Australia is equally as good and you can talk to guys (and girls) on the phone to clear up any questions you may have.
If an item is available in Australia for a comparable price (allow + 5% customs duty + 10% GST on top if over AU$1000) I will buy here.
Buying overseas can be risky in that often there is no comeback if things go wrong (or lost!!) Factor in your risk $ in the price savings and there are good competitive prices out there. Good luck
Darrin...