Buying A Cartridge Direct From Japan

I am in the US and have bought from both Germany and Japan. I dealt with reputable companies and I believe that, should I have had problems, the vendors would stand behind the products that I purchased. On the other hand, a return would involve another round of international shipping, so caveat emptor.

Does anyone have a direct source in Japan for purchasing Denon cartridges for less than Comet Supply? If so, please provide source.

Better to buy second hand thru Audiogon? How much did they pay you to type that?

Especially considering the delicacy of a cart, I think a new new cart, shipped insured and packed correctly from any country would be less of a risk than going through Audiogon second hand.

While I have certainly bought second-hand carts here, I understood the risks I was taking and for the price asked was willing to accept that risk.

But would I sleep better buying new from Japan than 2nd hand from Audiogon? You betcha.

Dear Viridian: Could you share your source in Japan?

Thank's in advance.

Regards and enjoy the music,
R.

Try 2juki on ebay...Seems reputable , I ordered A Denon from him once.