[backcountryskier]

If you're concerned about getting a faulty lens, then buy one from a local shop that offers a customer-satisfaction guarantee, a no-questions-asked return policy. It'll cost slightly more than buying from a big internet vendor, but the extra $$ will give you peace of mind.



Don't let the slight possibility of receiving a faulty lens keep you from getting what you want.



I'm a happy owner of 2 Tokinas, 2 Sigmas and 2 Tamrons, none of which are faulty.