RescueShirts

Two years ago... bought an Oki C8800n for about $2200... loved the printer, but sold my entire T-shirt setup, and the printer went with it.

Fast-forward to this summer... decided to start doing T-shirts again, different setup... but still wanted an Oki C8800n printer.

Looked all around... found the prices to still be in the $2100-$2200 range.

Was about to purchase... when I stumbled across this page:

Okidata 62430001 C8800n Wide-Format/Tabloid Color Printer : Printers. 62430001 - PCCANA.com Computer Parts, Accessories, Components, Printers & Laptops

Sure it was coming from Canada... but it started from Oki in New Jersey... and for $1212 plus $65 shipping... it was a steal.

Waited until it arrived and had it setup and working to post this.

(Actually... it shipped from Oki in New Jersey... to Ingram Micro Canada... then to PCCANA... and then to me.)

Just wanted to share... incase others are looking into this printer and want a killer deal.

I did a quick online search prior to posting this, and found a source in the US for $1400 + shipping:

PacificGeek.com - OKIDATA C8800N 32PPM/26CPPM LARGE FORMAT COLOR LASER PRINTER NET 62430001-DDO

I understand that OKI has a new printer that replaces this one, so probably the reason for the lower prices.

In any case... an excellent printer at $2200... even better at $1200-$1400!

Brett

 

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jakole50

Quote: Originally Posted by RescueShirts Two years ago... bought an Oki C8800n for about $2200... loved the printer, but sold my entire T-shirt setup, and the printer went with it. Fast-forward to this summer... decided to start doing T-shirts again, different setup... but still wanted an Oki C8800n printer. Looked all around... found the prices to still be in the $2100-$2200 range. Was about to purchase... when I stumbled across this page: Okidata 62430001 C8800n Wide-Format/Tabloid Color Printer : Printers. 62430001 - PCCANA.com Computer Parts, Accessories, Components, Printers & Laptops Sure it was coming from Canada... but it started from Oki in New Jersey... and for $1212 plus $65 shipping... it was a steal. Waited until it arrived and had it setup and working to post this. (Actually... it shipped from Oki in New Jersey... to Ingram Micro Canada... then to PCCANA... and then to me.) Just wanted to share... incase others are looking into this printer and want a killer deal. I did a quick online search prior to posting this, and found a source in the US for $1400 + shipping: PacificGeek.com - OKIDATA C8800N 32PPM/26CPPM LARGE FORMAT COLOR LASER PRINTER NET 62430001-DDO I understand that OKI has a new printer that replaces this one, so probably the reason for the lower prices. In any case... an excellent printer at $2200... even better at $1200-$1400! Brett

I just went to the link you provided and the printers are now $957.55. Is this printer high quality and did you have any issues with your purchase from this company? Where do you purchase replacement toner? Thank you!

 

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LaCroixTees

It is a great printer... no issues from this company... toner can be purchased many places online... just google to find best prices.

Brett

 

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jakole50

Quote: Originally Posted by LaCroixTees It is a great printer... no issues from this company... toner can be purchased many places online... just google to find best prices. Brett

Thanks for the reply Brett. Have you ever used an inkjet? I have one now and am interested in the advantage of using a laser printer over an ink jet. I am very frustrated with my ink jet which is why i am looking at printers. Also, as far as papers go, which paper do you recommend for use with the 8800? Thanks again for your help.

 

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LaCroixTees

Quote: Originally Posted by jakole50 Thanks for the reply Brett. Have you ever used an inkjet? I have one now and am interested in the advantage of using a laser printer over an ink jet. I am very frustrated with my ink jet which is why i am looking at printers. Also, as far as papers go, which paper do you recommend for use with the 8800? Thanks again for your help.

I never used an inkjet. Started with a large format laser printer for speed and convenience.

I am only using image clip papers at the moment.

Brett

 

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jakole50

Quote: Originally Posted by LaCroixTees I never used an inkjet. Started with a large format laser printer for speed and convenience. I am only using image clip papers at the moment. Brett

Is image clip paper for dark and lights? How does the ink hold up in the wash (does it fade at all)? How does the "hand" feel on the shirt after the image is transferred? Thanks again.

 

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dgu56

Brett, thanks for the info. I found this site:

http://www.greatprinterdeals.com/Pro...Show=TechSpecs

and they have the printer for $999.00 and free shipping. Since I live in CA I wasn't charged tax, so I saved another $100.00 on that. So, bottom line, $999.00 for the printer, delivered. I just ordered it a few minutes ago.

I'm counting on your recommendation I hope it's a good printer. Now I have to buy a heat press. Care to tell me what you use?

Best wishes,
Dave
Organic t shirts -Green Man T Shirts

 

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Nvr2Old

Quote: Originally Posted by LaCroixTees It is a great printer... no issues from this company... toner can be purchased many places online... just google to find best prices. Brett

What size Image Clip Transfer paper is available for this machine?

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LaCroixTees

Quote: Originally Posted by dgu56 Brett, thanks for the info. I found this site: http://www.greatprinterdeals.com/Pro...Show=TechSpecs and they have the printer for $999.00 and free shipping. Since I live in CA I wasn't charged tax, so I saved another $100.00 on that. So, bottom line, $999.00 for the printer, delivered. I just ordered it a few minutes ago. I'm counting on your recommendation I hope it's a good printer. Now I have to buy a heat press. Care to tell me what you use? Best wishes, Dave Organic t shirts -Green Man T Shirts

I use Geo Knight 16" x 20" Digital Air-Operated Swinger ... press two buttons and it presses the shirt. Even automatic pre-pressing if you like... SWEEEET!

Brett

 

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dgu56

Cool. (or maybe i mean hot). I'm looking at between the Hotronix Auto-Open Clam 16x20 or the GeoKnight Swinger 16x20. I don't need air compressor assist. Knowing what you know, which would you get? The prices are essentially the same. I notice the GeoKnight is hugemongusly heavy at 250lbs or so, compared to the 110 lbs for the Hotronix.

Dave Urban
Organic t shirts -Green Man T Shirts

 

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LaCroixTees

Quote: Originally Posted by dgu56 Cool. (or maybe i mean hot). I'm looking at between the Hotronix Auto-Open Clam 16x20 or the GeoKnight Swinger 16x20. I don't need air compressor assist. Knowing what you know, which would you get? The prices are essentially the same. I notice the GeoKnight is hugemongusly heavy at 250lbs or so, compared to the 110 lbs for the Hotronix. Dave Urban Organic t shirts -Green Man T Shirts

I had a Hotronix Draw press at one time... now have the GeoKnight... I like the quality and build of the GeoKnight better.

If you are NOT going to take your press on the road, the GeoKnight is built like a tank and is my recommendation.

Brett

 

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dgu56

Update on my Okidata Laser Printer purchase: no luck. The 8800n was apparently shipped to the wrong address, and I had to contact greatprinterdeals.com to find out what was going on. They don't answer their phone, so i had to email them. They answered back within 20 minutes and explained the issue and so I gave it another week. But after a few more emails with no results, and no timetable of when to expect it, I had to cancel the order. I don't think greatprinterdeals.com was trying to screw me, but their customer service could have been a little better. They left me hanging too long not knowing if the issue was resolved or not, if another printer was being shipped, or if they found the original one, or whatever. I ordered the printer on Nov. 20, and still had no printer by Dec 9, and no message telling me what was going on. So I pretty much had to cancel the $1,000.00 order. Oh well.

 

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