I'm also fairly new. Started in july with 0 lasers.
Now I have a few, and will be building my own later this month. When I get more $ to supply my new addiction.
This place rocks. Every one here is very helpful and polite
Spend some time reading the F.A.Q's many questions can be answered there.
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You can learn more about these online retailers, in the company review thread.