$230 is closer to $250 than $200. Memory plays tricks so probably that was the figure I baulked at. And note that I paid $26.44 shipping + tax on a $249 base p

$230 is closer to $250 than $200. Memory plays tricks so probably that was the figure I baulked at. And note that I paid $26.44 shipping + tax on a $249 base price, so somehow my shipping was significantly cheaper than yours.