Thanks for all your replies. I will definitely call first thing tomorrow and negotiate for a return of the item. It's just too bad that the lens is in that condition. The packaging was fine when I received it. No dented-in corners or holes.
There is definitely a big speck inside around the middle of the front optic. This lens is a major dust catcher as it is evident in the sides of the lens. I'll let you all know how the return turns out. Unfortunately Adorama is out of stock on the new condition lens that is why I bought this one. Ohe well, I guess I could wait. Thanks once again. Francis __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance Tax Center - File online. File on time. http://taxes.yahoo.com/filing.html
