Thank you again for your comments. I have to admit he is an aquaintance of mine. Yes he sold one to me He has sold just enough by now to cover the expenses. It is hard to sell a book of photography these days, but it is actually not only images but the stories behind the pictures are covered too which makes them all the more interesting. He's well known domestically.
Yes the xh1 funnily has come cheap to me also. Approximately 500 sterling for this one in mint condition with only 5900 actuations. I really enjoy it. Cheers.