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- Thread starter Shandley
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burnt_servo
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- right in the middle of b.c.
electronic money transfer .
if you express post a postal money order ,most guys will accept that instead .
if you express post a postal money order ,most guys will accept that instead .
burnt_servo
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- right in the middle of b.c.
what is there to trust ? you send money , they send object after they your receive money ......
but you only have 4 posts and just over a month here ..... hang out in the forums , make some posts so guys can get to know you a little bit .
(just a quick note , if it appears too good to be true , or is expensive , talking on the phone first before sending money is recommended )
The whole post count/feedback rating way of rating people is flawed. We've had people in the past who farmed their rating up by buying and selling $5 parts individually, and then they get into a deal for a $3000 rifle and walk away with the guy's money.
Generally speaking, most people want to deal with people who have higher post counts and ratings due to most scammers not really having the dedication of spending a few months posting.
Likewise with a lot of people being suspicious of "what's it worth" posts and new people who jump right into huge deals. There have been more than a few guy who start up a thread about their "grandpa's guns" and then two weeks later put up a sale ad for the most desirable variant that was discussed in the thread. There have also been some guys who use the system like a payday loan, they post up some valuable rifle like a Tavor with a $1500 optic, and then stall the deal and refund the guy's money next payday. Generally, if a guy is willing to stick around and post about miscellaneous stuff he's not likely to be a scammer.
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That makes a lot of sense. Unfortunately for us noobs, we can't catch a break. I have 100% good intentions and want to buy but without that mark below the name, it's hard. I am looking at one firearm on there right now that would be grand but I think that maybe the seller doesn't think I am serious (I offered a slightly lower cost than offered and have not heard back). Here, seller: have my money and let's juice up this low feedback count. Ah well, I guess I will keep my posts up by writing even if I don't think the posts are worth it. It's sad but I understand. 
See you in my next post!
See you in my next post!
onetwentyish
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- East Central AB (AKA Northern Texas)
The best way to boost your post count that I have seen is to jump on the "IBTL" train.
IBTL=In Before The Lock. Referance to a thread that will likely get locked due to discussions that are illegal or ranting.
Post for the post count!
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IBTL=In Before The Lock. Referance to a thread that will likely get locked due to discussions that are illegal or ranting.
Post for the post count!
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Ok good to know but to be clear, I am not complaining about the equipment exchange rather... venting (?) about being new. LOL! Totally light hearted, I promise!
Oh god no. I would never ask them to send the item first! #1 rule of internet purchasing is buyer beware. I don't think the seller liked the idea of me offering a few bucks lower than his asking but that's totally his decision and I don't blame him. Others have said they don't want to sell to zero feedback users and people who have been on the forum for less than (insert desired timeline here)... again, totally understandable!!
Oh god no. I would never ask them to send the item first! #1 rule of internet purchasing is buyer beware. I don't think the seller liked the idea of me offering a few bucks lower than his asking but that's totally his decision and I don't blame him. Others have said they don't want to sell to zero feedback users and people who have been on the forum for less than (insert desired timeline here)... again, totally understandable!!
That would work if the responses to posts counted towards the # of posts. It's ok though, I get that I am unknown in this world and need to show myself as not scamming and that I can be a productive member (which is the plan).
I dont see why sellers would be overly wary to turn you down to be honest. The funds are received before the item is sent out, so they are in the clear as far as financially covering their asses. I could see if they're skeptical because your fresh to the forum, and cant confirm your true identity on if you have a stolen/ripped off PAL or if you are who you say you are when you supply your information for proving your PAL... but even then calling the CFC and verifying you are you, and the address the gun is being shipped to is actually the one registered to the PAL.
Ive never had a problem selling to newbies. Buying, I definitely am a little more diligent than normal. But as with any online interactions, it's always a risk.
Ive never had a problem selling to newbies. Buying, I definitely am a little more diligent than normal. But as with any online interactions, it's always a risk.
A zero feedback score doesn't mean anything if you're the buyer (at least it shouldn't...and it doesn't to me). You still have to pony up the funds before the product gets shipped. Now if you're the seller...completely different story. I'll be checking you pretty thoroughly before I outlay big money on something you might have. So what are you looking for? Maybe I have it and I'll sell it to you
