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Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2004 1:11 pm
by ken_j
If you put a max bid in that is higher than the reserve price the bid will automaticly jump to the reserve price. I learned my lesson on that one with my first Ebay purchase, a Rick 610.
Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2004 2:54 pm
by doctorwho
I gave fellow Forumer Ted Staberow (Rickfan60) his first feedback when he bought a 4001 FG from me on eBay.
Here's how I handle the zero-feedback bidder situation, quoting directly from one of my current eBay listings:
No sales to zero feedback bidders (I might make an exception if you e-mail me first, but be prepared to provide beaucoup proof that you are a legitimate bidder and not some bozon). No sales to potential buyers with a negative feedback rating, or those with excessive negative feedback.
Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2004 3:43 pm
by rickfan60
I emailed Gary and informed him of my Rick sickness and assured him of my ability and willingness to pay. I even listed a few items in my collection as evidence of my commitment. He graciously accepted my bid AND he let my payment slide for two weeks because I had a trip to Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic planned for the week the auction ended. It was bad timing all around but Gary took a chance that paid off. Thanks again Gary!
Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2004 9:44 pm
by ilan
Gary - can I use your wording in future listings?
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2004 4:12 am
by beatlefan
"bozon" ??
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2004 4:18 am
by thx1955
A small sub atomic particle with no charge and negligible mass.
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2004 10:59 am
by doctorwho
Ilan, be my guest!
Chris & Jim, it's an invented word: bozo + moron = bozon; but Jim's definition (spelled
boson in that case) is a good equivalent!
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2004 11:15 am
by ilan