Refurbished LG Electronics LRM-519 Digital Media DVR/DVD Recorder with 160 GB Hard Drive
I'd say get it!
I had been looking at this particular model on the LG site before seeing it on amazon but I was not ready to part with the $500+.  I have owned refurbished devices before so that does not concern me.  Most of the time in cases like that though you are likely to get only a 15 or 20% discount.  To save 50% here is a deal to good too pass up.  The package came very quickly and appreared brand new.  In a matter of 15 minutes I had the device set up and was watching and recording TV.  I already have an ethernet jack behind my TV so that obviously saved time.  The guide was loaded in under 5 minutes.  So far I have tried all funtions except for the networking but I don't expect an issue.  LG is a good brand.  I also have a 17\\" flat panel monitor that I love.  This device will pay for itself when you factor in no fees for the guide and the DVD burner included.  I'd say get it!