Why is a call out of the question? I mean its not like you are going to gab for two hours... I have called from the US to UK vendors a few times to check items, etc. Its a great way to confirm details, availability, etc. Its not that expensive compared to the immediacy of being able to find out what you want to know. I have placed orders that way to avoid having to fax credit card info, etc. I can recall calling Games Workshop UK, Comet Miniatures and a few other places from time to time. Its not a big deal...
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