I just purchased a new Blackberry Curve 8310 BRAND NEW, i tried to send my first SMS, however only the SPACE button wont work, is that a fault or something to do in the settings? Thank You

Sounds like faulty hardware to me. Where did you purchase it?

It was private sale, but it was sealed Brand New.

Did you get a warranty with it?

Yes, i can return it no sweat, thought it might be something in settings that i need to enable or change. Taking it back is the best option?

Yes, you should do that if possible. Ask them to exchange it for another. May I ask where in the world you are located?

Yes, return it, you want to get a perfect device.

I'm in Auckland, New Zealand

Welcome to the forums AlarmForce. Please update your profile to include your carrier/network so that we can better help you further down the line. Good luck with returning the phone, please let us know how it goes.