I try not to buy new tanks, especially ones from large stores. Instead, I get them from people (many often move and don't trust movers or just can't take them.) And the new ones that I did buy new were from the very local lfs where the owner, wife and I knew each other by name. So I waited for sales or got a good deal in every case. I just won't lay out a lot of cash where I can get what I want a lot cheaper by waiting. (If I do, I just hate it later.)
Most of the equipment was mail ordered as well since store prices tend to be a lot higher.
If you buy new at stores, $3.50 - $7.00 per gallon sounds about right for the tank if one buys at regular price. Canopy and lights is extra. Stands can be made, but purchased ones can be pricey. I don't mind making my own.
I want reply to reef systems because I never priced one or owned one.
Most of the equipment was mail ordered as well since store prices tend to be a lot higher.
If you buy new at stores, $3.50 - $7.00 per gallon sounds about right for the tank if one buys at regular price. Canopy and lights is extra. Stands can be made, but purchased ones can be pricey. I don't mind making my own.
I want reply to reef systems because I never priced one or owned one.
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