Actually not true in this case, I think QED have had emad's money for a long time. He must be a gentleman of amazing patience not to have contacted some of your colleagues about it some time ago.
QED had my money since November 7th - so about 3.5 month but back then the 504 had just been released and orders were taken for January delivery. So effectively, my display is 1 month late.
The problem was that QED debit your credit card for the full amount when you place the order , as this is what they do with all their clients - Appaling I know, but for the price I couldn't complain.
Stephen, I have been in touch with QED all the time and I did threaten legal action at somepoint early this month!!
I will check the screen for VISIBLE damage if/when it arrives tomorrow, but will sign as UNCHECKED as I will not be able to connect it to check it actually works