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[thefatguy]

Can I stop waving to CL at that point?

Lol
No!

 

[MojoDan]

Lol
No!

Okay then, let the carbo-load begin. Who knew she needed to be this popular?

 

[clarkzac]

Just heard on the radio that Midwest, Wyoming may get up to 2 FEET of snow between today and tomorrow! Yuck! Already started a little bit ago and wind is blowing hard. Sucks to work outside (6 months of the year).

We are supposed to get hit with this April snowstorm as well. It said 6-7 inches tomorrow or Wednesday I believe. I'm really hoping that we won't get hit that hard, especially because after tonight's US History class I am done for the week! That's right, I will have a 6 day weekend I will be spending the majority of it inside working on homework, but I will be wanting an occasional break to go play soccer

 

[TBTwinsFan]

I scored a sweet PC item for a buck.

I'll be making a thread about it later...

 

[hoopster3977]

Good Afternoon Gents! Fun day today. Started off the morning making home made eggs Benedict for Jen and I. At the post office sending out a package and picking one up. Then it is off to the EMP and Science Fiction museum downtown Seattle. Finishing the day with 90 minute massages and sushi for dinner. Not a bad day before we both return to wrk tomorrow

Alex, fish is not to be consumed raw, it's to be prepared to eat by boiling, baking, or deep fried.

 

[thefatguy]

Okay then, let the carbo-load begin. Who knew she needed to be this popular?

Lol

 

[CatdaddysCards]

If you got one of these in the mail, how would you go about addressing it? It's because he re-used a mailer and didn't tape it shut well.




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Need Moustakas, Hosmer and patches.

 

[MansGame]

If you got one of these in the mail, how would you go about addressing it? It's because he re-used a mailer and didn't tape it shut well.

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Need Moustakas, Hosmer and patches.

Well it's pretty clear by the label the Post gave you that you didn't get anything lol... I think you're pretty safe saying you didn't get what he sent. Ask for a refund if it was an eBay purchase and tell him he shouldn't reuse those any longer IMO

 

[CatdaddysCards]

Well it's pretty clear by the label the Post gave you that you didn't get anything lol... I think you're pretty safe saying you didn't get what he sent. Ask for a refund if it was an eBay purchase and tell him he shouldn't reuse those any longer IMO

Was actually a trade. Sent a couple Matt Moore autos as a Jesus Montero finest auto for Hosmer Tier 1 and Finest RC autos. I wouldn't normally have any qualms, but it was on Blowout.


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Need Moustakas, Hosmer and patches.

 

[A_Pharis]

Was actually a trade. Sent a couple Matt Moore autos as a Jesus Montero finest auto for Hosmer Tier 1 and Finest RC autos. I wouldn't normally have any qualms, but it was on Blowout.


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Need Moustakas, Hosmer and patches.

The feedback should reflect the transaction. Just because it was a trade, you gave up something of monetary value for something in return. That entails proper care in packing. There's no excuse in any "non-freebie" transaction for reusing something, especially in THAT shape. Put him on blast.

 

[CatdaddysCards]

The feedback should reflect the transaction. Just because it was a trade, you gave up something of monetary value for something in return. That entails proper care in packing. There's no excuse in any "non-freebie" transaction for reusing something, especially in THAT shape. Put him on blast.

Planning on requesting something. Just undecided. These were two PC Cards. Hosmer Tier 1 and Finest RC autos.


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Need Moustakas, Hosmer and patches.

 

[clarkzac]

Well guys I'm off to my last class of the week! And its snowing out now

 

[michaelstepper]

Afternoon. What a Monday. Getting blasted on Beckett for missing a message on a trade. My end never showed and I agreed to pay for the card to make it right. Then not seeing or hearing anything i completely forgot about it. I'm not making excuses I screwed up but wouldn't you try a second time before blasting anyone publicly? Now I have that stigma of bad trader



Sent from my iPhone

 

[schillingfan]

Good evening!

Sorry for not dropping in for ages but life is extremely busy these days. I'll try to drop in some more from time to time. I hope that everyone is doing well. I've started working as a part-time photography for a local photography company that handles youth sports teams. I did three shoots in four days and had a blast doing it. I'm also working on finishing up my Master's and will have it complete by the end of the summer.

I bought a new camera and lenses recently so I had the chance to try them out at The National Zoo in D.C. yesterday. Very pleased with the results!


Gorilla by smjphotography, on Flickr

 

[FrostyCollects]

Say Hey to Frosty, will ya?

 

[A_Pharis]

I am so damn tired of eBay sellers that back out of stuff because it doesn't go how they want it.

I set a snipe for this item: Los Angeles Dodger Sandy Koufax Photo with Personalized Autograph | eBay

I easily win it. I am taking a shot on an out of focus, non authenticated, black and white personalized photo. How much does it cost to get Koufax authenticated with JSA, again? ($75 FOR FULL LETTER)

So.. I receive an email about 10 minutes later from eBay with a notice that the seller has requested my contact info (keep in mind - 0 feedback seller). 5 minutes later - a phone call. I don't answer it, but I listed to the voice mail. The woman tells me she forgot to set a reserve and does no intend to let it sell for less than a "couple hundred dollars."

I then send a message through eBay referencing a phone call laying out how the price actually represents a fair value on the item and auction. Well - then I receive this e-mail:

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I am so dumb. I thought I had put the reserve price at $500! I am soooo sorry. I need to cancel our transaction.This is the first time that I have done eBay, it won't happen again. I left you a message on your phone as well.

Have a great day!

Yeah, I could... but I am tired of babying people for their mistakes.
I'm not mean, but I wanted to make sure things are laid out:

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SInce you're new to eBay, I just want to make it clear. Did you research Koufax auto sales? Aside from sentimental value, what led you to the "$500 reserve"? I sent you a pretty detailed message through eBay (which is the proper course for resolution since it allows eBay to document all communication.


Very few Koufax autos reach $500... and those are very rare pieces, non-personalized pieces, baseballs, jerseys or manufacturer-authenticated sport cards.


Here is an unauthenticated, non-personalized 8x10 (in Color) : Sandy Koufax Autographed 8x10 Framed Dodgers | eBay



Here is an AUTHENTICATED, color, non personalized 8x10: Dodgers Legend Sandy Koufax Hand Signed 8x10 Photo JSA Hologram COA | eBay


Keep in mind, the cost of getting JSA to authenticate Koufax is between $50 and $75, alone.


The majority of authenticated, color, non personalized 8x10's (featuring Koufax in a game situation or Dodger specific pose) run between $100 and $200 depending on the imagery.

The fact that this on is personalized is a huge detractor. The fact that it is not a bold signature is a huge detractor. The fact that it is not authenticated is a huge detractor.


I'm sorry you feel that the final price is not what you intended, but it is an accurate reflection of the value of the item on an open market.

So. What would you guys do? Cut her a break? Be honest with her (as I was) about the costs associated and make her honor the sale... or let her do what she will and let eBay settle it through an Item Not Received claim?

 

[George_Calfas]

Hey Scott

 

[AmishDave]

Don't cut her a break, Adam.

 

[A_Pharis]

I'm probably just going to send a request for cancellation. Let her list it numerous times with a ridiculous reserve.

 

[MansGame]

I am so damn tired of eBay sellers that back out of stuff because it doesn't go how they want it.

I set a snipe for this item: Los Angeles Dodger Sandy Koufax Photo with Personalized Autograph | eBay

I easily win it. I am taking a shot on an out of focus, non authenticated, black and white personalized photo. How much does it cost to get Koufax authenticated with JSA, again? ($75 FOR FULL LETTER)

So.. I receive an email about 10 minutes later from eBay with a notice that the seller has requested my contact info (keep in mind - 0 feedback seller). 5 minutes later - a phone call. I don't answer it, but I listed to the voice mail. The woman tells me she forgot to set a reserve and does no intend to let it sell for less than a "couple hundred dollars."

I then send a message through eBay referencing a phone call laying out how the price actually represents a fair value on the item and auction. Well - then I receive this e-mail:






Yeah, I could... but I am tired of babying people for their mistakes.
I'm not mean, but I wanted to make sure things are laid out:







So. What would you guys do? Cut her a break? Be honest with her (as I was) about the costs associated and make her honor the sale... or let her do what she will and let eBay settle it through an Item Not Received claim?

It doesn't really matter.... you leave her a neg bomb or try and screw her over and she'll just open another eBay account and keep moving... despite you'll never get the item. This is exactly what pisses me off about eBay but as some level, we can't do anything about it.

Honestly, your response is great but I'd bet you a dollar she never read it.