No window washers, I'm not having a go at Alex at all, just expressing the view that if his supplier is unreliable (and this release of the SLX has been delayed several times) then I am undecided about spending my money on this particular item.
This pole sounds just what I am looking for, but the delays in delivery to Alex do not inspire me with confidence that any spares (if necessary) will be readily available.
If I buy another pole I want a long term relationship with it (2/3 years) and it must work very well and be well supported.
I have no doubt Gardiners are to be trusted to do that and I hope that Alex will not be totally at this company's mercy in the future. (Maybe spares and "wearing" items sourced or made elsewhere ... )