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Seagull
05-20-2001, 04:44 PM
The ad shows model FRS220 for $34.94 after $10 MIR.
But the actual model for that price is the FRS110.
The model 220 adds 38 subchannels and lock, also water resistant. (Note these are 2 packs)

I asked for the sale model (they were locked in display case), the manager gave me the 220's. The cahier noticed that they rang up at $79.95 not $44.95 as advertised so he went and got the model 110's. I brought to the manager's attention that these did not have the sub channels as advertised in the picture, he agreed and gave me the 220's for the sale price. He noted that they do not qualify for the $10 rebate but with the $10 off $40 in store coupons the total came out to $36.52 after tax. Less than half price for the better model!
The manager said they would have to honor the 220's until a retraction could be made due to their advertising dept's error.

Remember, ask nicely!
Bandito
05-20-2001, 04:48 PM
For anybody wondering I believe Seagull is talking about the Motorola Talkabout (walky talky).
Seagull
05-20-2001, 07:34 PM
Sorry "bout that chief..

Yes these are the Cobra version, Family Radio Service static free two way radios. Up to two mile range. They actually work very well, can use car to car, or to keep in touch with the kids all around the neighborhood.
twiggyop
05-20-2001, 07:48 PM
Got any of these in store coupons that you care to share with us not so lucky?
Seagull
05-20-2001, 08:28 PM
They are actually in the stores. Printed on colored paper at each of the registers, just ask if they don't offer. They are the same codes that were in the email valid until 5/31/01. The $10 off $40 is in store only the $20 off $100 is in store or online. I made three separate purchases today and they used a $10 off $40 on each one, at the same time, I just told them I wanted separate receipts for the rebates. The manager was actually announcing over the PA system every 15 minutes or so that the coupons were available at every register. It's part of the anniversary celebration. They had a huge cake at the entrance and gave everyone a piece, and it was pretty good!