I ordered a while ago under the pretense that I would get a good product in a reasonable amount of time for a considerably decent price.
I haven't been waiting as long as some others, but the hassle has been the same. Delayed or ignored emails and no other form of communication.
I'm still waiting on it because, after everything, I'm determined to see a product, good or bad.
The prices had went up A LOT, and there was said to be improvements over the course of time, but I just want to see a product since I've already paid.
Last I heard, it was 'estimated' that it could be processed and shipped Dec 1st.
For me, that has a bit too much wiggle-room. Besides, before that, I was told it could be shipped in September, and I didn't hear from TUP until a little ways after the alleged shipping date.
Personally, I'll be fine regardless as long as I get what I was promised.
But, depending on personal needs, there are other options. If you're wanting it for packing, a few people have said it's too big to pack with. (I don't know because I don't have one yet.) If you're wanting it for an STP, there are alternatives. (It's not realistic, and you need a harness, but the one one from Number One Laboratory is cheap and sufficient for my STP needs.) As for intimacy, again I've heard negative reviews but cannot say anything for myself. -Though, if and when I get it, I'll be sure to tell everyone my personal opinions. -But, again, their are alternatives. Some less pricey. And... then there's RM.
Money and waiting periods aside, sometimes it's better to go with simply tried-and-true things.
But, I took a gamble, and I want to see it through.
I'm a man of my word, and I expect others to be as well.
I think that's fair.