Will gradient issue 24" iMacs end up as refurbs?!

I've just ordered a 24" 2.8ghz Extreme refurb here in the UK. Now having read various posts over the net regarding the gradient issues, I'm worried I'll be opening my new machine to find a dodgy screen.
What is the likelihood that all the returned iMacs with gradient problems are just being sent out again as Refurbs?! Has anyone had any experiences with this?
Thanks in advance

I think it's inevitable that iMacs returned for screen problems such as gradients or other aberrations will end up recirculating as reburbs, and I would also think most people buying a refurb system will have some concerns about prior existing faults or reliability, just as you have. However, in general terms there's nothing to suggest refurbs are less reliable than new, and based on Apple's published refurbishment procedures, every reason to believe they may actually be less prone to flaws and failures. Of course, that's assuming Apple actually do follow the procedure they claim.
I must say though that from personal experience, I would have no hesitation in buying a refurb. Not only is it more likely to have undergone thorough testing than a unit shipped directly from China or that has been sitting in a warehouse after production, waiting to be bought, but it is covered by the same warranty as a brand new unit, so even if it escaped the stringent testing Apple claim it does on these systems, and ends up exhibiting faults, you get it repaired or replaced like any other system.
Although I'm typing this on brand new 24" iMac at work, when I go home I'll be working off a 24" refurb of my own. You can't tell the difference, except mine cost $300 less!

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