smokin3000gt
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...and, also for the record, LL Bean and REI have a no questions asked return policy. I believe that if manufacturers were thoughtful, they would have some sort of return policy. Even if this was to supply shops with some trial BCDs that customers could try out during classes. That way the burden wouldn't fall to the shop owner who would be the apt to sell more units. Who would buy a car without a test drive? Most stores allow you to run around the block before buying a pair of running shoes. Sorry for rambling
They are called rentals. Do your homework, read reviews, ask opinions and talk to divers, figure out what you want then buy it. If there is a problem with the unit then the shop will certainly make it right, but to buy it with the intent of returning a used item isn't fair to the shop regardless of what LL Bean's policy is. Why should the shop take the financial risk/hit? If you decide you can't live with the BC then it's up to you to sell it/ebay it and buy another.
When I was researching gear I came across the SP Seahawk, did my homework, and liked everything I read about it. During pool sessions I used the rental to see if I liked it, bought my own before my check out dives. Couldn't be happier with it. It was a win for me and the LDS.