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Posted: 3/7/2017 11:58:06 AM EDT
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After I ordered a PST Gen 2 in late January they told me the PST Gen 2's weren't expected until at least April... My 1-6 showed up last week. 
Bottom line is OP doesn't really know when they will show up. Great info. I agree. |
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Posted: 3/7/2017 2:16:00 PM EDT
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Same exact thing happened to me two weeks ago. So odd, I really think they just want to sell current inventory instead of a preorder. Tried to sell me on the Eotech, kindly declined. The guy didn't come off to me as trying to sell me on it but rather offering a product if I needed it now. I politely declined and told him I was very aware that it could be several months before shipping. He then talked for a few seconds about how cool the Vortex product looked at SHOT. He also made sure to mention he didn't actually get to use one but look at the SHOT footage. |
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Posted: 3/7/2017 9:06:48 PM EDT
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Does any one know if this sight is US made?
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Posted: 3/7/2017 10:10:48 PM EDT
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Does any one know if this sight is US made? Yes, with US parts, except one part that involves the reticle (UK made). |
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Posted: 3/8/2017 11:10:53 AM EDT
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Hmm. Now I'm interested, thought I'd never find a US made eotech alternative
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Posted: 3/9/2017 2:02:36 AM EDT
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Lol now that I've preordered it I can't wait for it to release. Only problem with preordering
This is the first optic I've ever preordered too. I probably only pulled the trigger because I have faith in Vortex and the Razor products. Also in theory you should be able to do this with it right? ETA : VortexSam that question was meant for you just to be clear.  Brownells - EoTech - Reticle Range Estimation |
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Posted: 3/9/2017 9:44:57 AM EDT
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I pre-ordered mine over a month ago and keep going back to OP just about daily to check if there is any updates on expected release. Hopefully VortexSam will let us know once they begin shipping to vendors. It's like waiting for Santa
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Posted: 3/17/2017 6:31:33 PM EDT
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What are the overall dimensions of this bad boy compared to an XPS3 (3.8” x 2.1” x 2.5” (97 x 54 x 64 mm)?
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Posted: 3/17/2017 7:10:09 PM EDT
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I pre-ordered mine over a month ago and keep going back to OP just about daily to check if there is any updates on expected release. Hopefully VortexSam will let us know once they begin shipping to vendors. It's like waiting for Santa
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Posted: 3/26/2017 7:46:26 AM EDT
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Nothing new?
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Posted: 3/26/2017 9:45:14 AM EDT
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Nothing new? With only five days remaining it looks like they're going to miss the initial "near the end of 1Q2017" estimate, though. It looked like they really put this new product through the mill during development. I imagine they're disinclined to throw all that good work away by rushing production. My guess is they won't ship a single "Huey" until their defect rate is as close to zero as humanly possible. My guess is testing for defect rate will include some early adopters, on some s00p3r s3kr3t list they have, that will wring the first production units out pretty darn thoroughly. Just guesses, mind you. I'm just another guy patiently waiting :) |
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Posted: 3/26/2017 11:14:00 AM EDT
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Last from VortexSam was on 2017-02-23: "We try to under promise and over deliver, so please be patient. I think we will be able to get these out in good numbers soon." With only five days remaining it looks like they're going to miss the initial "near the end of 1Q2017" estimate, though. It looked like they really put this new product through the mill during development. I imagine they're disinclined to throw all that good work away by rushing production. My guess is they won't ship a single "Huey" until their defect rate is as close to zero as humanly possible. My guess is testing for defect rate will include some early adopters, on some s00p3r s3kr3t list they have, that will wring the first production units out pretty darn thoroughly. Just guesses, mind you. I'm just another guy patiently waiting :) Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Nothing new? With only five days remaining it looks like they're going to miss the initial "near the end of 1Q2017" estimate, though. It looked like they really put this new product through the mill during development. I imagine they're disinclined to throw all that good work away by rushing production. My guess is they won't ship a single "Huey" until their defect rate is as close to zero as humanly possible. My guess is testing for defect rate will include some early adopters, on some s00p3r s3kr3t list they have, that will wring the first production units out pretty darn thoroughly. Just guesses, mind you. I'm just another guy patiently waiting :) |
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Posted: 3/26/2017 1:11:37 PM EDT
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Seen someone post one in retail packaging on Instagram the other day, dont remember who but it was definitely a "personality" that gets shit sooner then us normal guys.
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Posted: 3/26/2017 3:32:36 PM EDT
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Seen someone post one in retail packaging on Instagram the other day, dont remember who but it was definitely a "personality" that gets shit sooner then us normal guys. , so I deleted it.
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Posted: 3/26/2017 4:44:55 PM EDT
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Anyone from Vortex have an updated ETA for those of us who preordered a while ago?
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Posted: 3/30/2017 10:16:09 AM EDT
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At this point I'm going to cancel my OP order and just wait to see the reviews.
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Posted: 3/30/2017 11:16:42 AM EDT
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Sorry, I really can't give out any firm dates yet. We are still completing final testing, but hope to have that done soon and then they should start shipping shortly after.
I wish I could give you guys a more concrete date, but until they are approved I don't want to say more than that. Thanks for your patience. Believe me, we want to get these out as bad as you guys want them. |
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Posted: 3/30/2017 11:18:19 AM EDT
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I'm guessing, given the EOjunk fiasco, they want to get this right because Vortex could really clean house if there are no major drawbacks to this.
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Posted: 3/30/2017 11:22:11 AM EDT
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I'm guessing, given the EOjunk fiasco, they want to get this right because Vortex could really clean house if there are no major drawbacks to this. |
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Posted: 4/6/2017 11:43:25 PM EDT
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Hopefully we will hear some more news about this optic soon. I dont mind Vortex taking their time getting this optic right. I preordered one today and it will go on an 5.45 trashcan gun with rs regulate mount. It will probably result in chin weld but whatever...
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Posted: 4/7/2017 12:02:51 AM EDT
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I'll probably give one of these try on my next build.
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Posted: 4/7/2017 9:15:07 AM EDT
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Sorry if I missed it, but do we have a weight on these?
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Posted: 4/7/2017 9:45:58 AM EDT
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Sorry if I missed it, but do we have a weight on these? |
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Posted: 4/7/2017 3:25:03 PM EDT
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Hopefully we will hear some more news about this optic soon. I dont mind Vortex taking their time getting this optic right. I preordered one today and it will go on an 5.45 trashcan gun with rs regulate mount. It will probably result in chin weld but whatever... Avatar VortexOptics Member IP Offline Joined Feb 2012 Posts 1775 EE 0% (0) USA USA Link Posted: 4/4/2017 10:12:13 AM EDT Quoted: I am building out another AR and was going with an Eotech EXPS3-4 co\mbo with a G33 magnifier. Given all the negative news about Eotech I am not comfortable with them now and am looking for other holographic options. I love Vortex and have two PSTs and a Sparc already, so this Razor UH-1 interests me. My questions are: 1. When can I actually physically handle one of these? These should be hitting dealers in the next 3-5 weeks. If you are at the NRA Convention in Atlanta, we'll have a bunch there on display! 2. Are there any pics that can be posted of one of these with a magnifier? Shoot me an email, and I'll respond back with a photo. [email protected] 3. One of the features of the Eotech is that controls are on the side not on the rear, so using a magnifier doesn't block access. Any plans for changes? One of the reasons I would like to see a pic with a magnifier to see how it all lines up. We've found that this doesn't hinder using the controls. I'll show in the photo, but you can still use the buttons fairly well. |
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Posted: 4/7/2017 6:11:10 PM EDT
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is the vmx-3 a decent magnifier?
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Posted: 4/7/2017 6:26:19 PM EDT
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is the vmx-3 a decent magnifier? |
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Posted: 4/18/2017 12:55:49 PM EDT
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else?
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Posted: 4/18/2017 1:43:04 PM EDT
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else? We are still doing testing. I could give out a date, but if something in testing requires that we make any modifications that pushes the time limit back and then people get upset. For now, I can't really give out anything firm, just know we are working as hard as we can to get them ready to ship ASAP. |
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Posted: 4/18/2017 2:10:56 PM EDT
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No further updates yet. We are still doing testing. I could give out a date, but if something in testing requires that we make any modifications that pushes the time limit back and then people get upset. For now, I can't really give out anything firm, just know we are working as hard as we can to get them ready to ship ASAP. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 7:26:10 AM EDT
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else? This is becoming just a bit >< concerning. Back when this thread was started, at the end of November, this product appeared nearly ready to go. VortexSam suggested a target for product shipment of "near the end of 1Q 2017." Now it's well past that, the product is still "in testing," and the resellers have pushed expected availability out an additional month to two months? |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 8:29:28 AM EDT
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Hmmm... This is becoming just a bit >< concerning. Back when this thread was started, at the end of November, this product appeared nearly ready to go. VortexSam suggested a target for product shipment of "near the end of 1Q 2017." Now it's well past that, the product is still "in testing," and the resellers have pushed expected availability out an additional month to two months? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else? This is becoming just a bit >< concerning. Back when this thread was started, at the end of November, this product appeared nearly ready to go. VortexSam suggested a target for product shipment of "near the end of 1Q 2017." Now it's well past that, the product is still "in testing," and the resellers have pushed expected availability out an additional month to two months? |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 8:35:15 AM EDT
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It sucks, but I'm glad they chose to wait until it's perfect rather than ship prematurely to meet a deadline. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 9:30:57 AM EDT
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Makes me more confident in the product since Vortex isn't making us beta testers for their new optic. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 9:55:31 AM EDT
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else? |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:39:24 AM EDT
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I can understand them not wanting to give the public a date, I just hope they have one internally they are trying to stick to.
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:50:17 AM EDT
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Hmmm... This is becoming just a bit >< concerning. Back when this thread was started, at the end of November, this product appeared nearly ready to go. VortexSam suggested a target for product shipment of "near the end of 1Q 2017." Now it's well past that, the product is still "in testing," and the resellers have pushed expected availability out an additional month to two months? I really did think it would have been ready by the end of Q1, but it's just not quite there yet. We have extremely high standards for this sight and are being extremely picky. You will have to take my word for it, this sight is very good. I am excited to ship them and have happy customers, but we also will not ship before it's ready. I hate to have to be vague, but all I can say right now is that I can see the light at the end of the tunnel and hope that we will begin shipping them soon. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:51:50 AM EDT
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It sucks, but I'm glad they chose to wait until it's perfect rather than ship prematurely to meet a deadline. |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:53:40 AM EDT
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Apologies if this was asked earlier but is there an option to switch the reticles between single dot and ring + dot, for those of us who like options?
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Posted: 4/19/2017 11:01:28 AM EDT
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Apologies if this was asked earlier but is there an option to switch the reticles between single dot and ring + dot, for those of us who like options?
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Posted: 4/19/2017 12:14:51 PM EDT
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Apologies if this was asked earlier but is there an option to switch the reticles between single dot and ring + dot, for those of us who like options? |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 12:18:21 PM EDT
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Personally I feel that the delayed release is due to Vortex NOT wanting to use us as beta testers.
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:12:57 PM EDT
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I was going to wait to order one until all of you guys discovered the bugs and then Vortex had the chance to update the product with fixes. However, their delay looks like a committment to getting it right, from the start. That is greatly tempting me to go ahead and place the pre-order with Optics Planet.
I've got the build on which this thing will go, but I'm fine shooting it with the BUIS until the Huey is ready. Hmmm. Decisions, decisions... |
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Posted: 4/19/2017 10:27:08 PM EDT
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Happy to not be a paying beta tester. While I'm excited for it, I'd rather wait until it's ready.
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Posted: 4/20/2017 11:01:57 PM EDT
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Translation: Eotech f'd up majorly with all their issues and bad press and we want to make sure this thing is bulletproof before it is released. Ya'll know the first person that gets one is going to stick it in the freezer then the oven to see if it drifts.
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Posted: 4/20/2017 11:13:05 PM EDT
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Translation: Eotech f'd up majorly with all their issues and bad press and we want to make sure this thing is bulletproof before it is released. Ya'll know the first person that gets one is going to stick it in the freezer then the oven to see if it drifts. 
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Posted: 4/30/2017 9:54:26 AM EDT
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Its' been about two weeks since the 3-5 week shipping date answer from the Vortex rep. Any updates? Midwayusa is now showing 7/7/2017 expected ship date and is not allowing anymore backorders(don't know what that means),opticsplanet says 27-34 days. Anyone hear anything else? |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 6:00:51 PM EDT
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Spoke to numerous Vortex reps at the NRA convention in ATL this weekend and none would put a firm date on shipping, however most of their replies were along the lines of "soon" and "by the summer." One very knowledgeable rep did say that testing is complete.
I played with the optic for about 10-15 min and I can say that I was very impressed. Seems very well made, reticle is very clear, and even with a magnifier (they had one with a magnifier displayed) the weight was very comfortable. I won't be the guinea pig to buy one first, but I will say that I am watching this optic very closely. |
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Posted: 4/30/2017 6:23:24 PM EDT
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Spoke to numerous Vortex reps at the NRA convention in ATL this weekend and none would put a firm date on shipping, however most of their replies were along the lines of "soon" and "by the summer." One very knowledgeable rep did say that testing is complete. I played with the optic for about 10-15 min and I can say that I was very impressed. Seems very well made, reticle is very clear, and even with a magnifier (they had one with a magnifier displayed) the weight was very comfortable. I won't be the guinea pig to buy one first, but I will say that I am watching this optic very closely. |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 5:20:24 AM EDT
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Yes, use coupon code MAYDAY for 10% off.
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Posted: 5/1/2017 10:21:39 PM EDT
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Yes, use coupon code MAYDAY for 10% off. |
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