Well, it seems Amazon has reduced their price on the Kindle 2.  They are now $259 for a US only version or $279 for an international version.  They will also be shipping the international version all over the world.  I paid the full $359 for my Kindle and I have to say that so far I still love it.

Enjoy.

Kindle Wireless Reading Device (6″ Display, U.S. Wireless)
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23 used & new available from USD 180.00