What's the etiquette

[Robmc]

Regarding gear being sold on this forum.

A few months ago, I saw something for sale. It was second hand and obviously used. I quickly realised that the item could be purchased brand new for a considerably less amount of money.

I didn't want to upset the seller, and so said nothing, but later on I thought that the buyer had paid way over the odds.

I now find myself in a similar predicament on another (non bushcraft) forum, so, do I say something as politely as I can, or is it a case of let the buyer beware?

 

[sunndog]

A pm to the seller at most if you really feel the need is usual mate

 

[mick91]

Pm politely the seller id say

Sorry adam got there before me mate!

 

[Robmc]

A pm to the seller at most if you really feel the need is usual mate

I may well try that. I don't want to offend him, but at the same time I don't want to see anybody ripped off.

I suppose they should do their own research before purchase really.

 

[decorum]

From the 'Please Read' sticky in Member Classifieds ...

Added guidelines after some discussion on the forum about commenting on prices.

1. Seller posts up the price they want for an item.
2. Seller posts up that it includes fees and postage or not.
3. Buyers accept the price or not.
4. If the buyers think the prices are a bit high they can comment politely via PM to the seller.
5. Do not all jump into the thread and say the prices are high, or you can get it here or there cheaper. Leave it alone and politely PM the seller if you feel you the need.
6. The Seller can then comment as they see fit, change prices etc as they want to.
7. Do not keep jumping in saying the same thing as the posts will be removed and warnings given.
8. Always be polite and considerate.
9. Buyers end up buying or not
10. Seller ends up selling or not

(Note: 2. now has an amendment and if paying with PayPal price must include all relevant fees and costs)

 

[Robmc]

From the 'Please Read' sticky in Member Classifieds ...



(Note: 2. now has an amendment and if paying with PayPal price must include all relevant fees and costs)

Thank you. Question answered.

 

[Robmc]

Thank you. Question answered.

Oops. PM'd him (politely) it didn't go well!

He told me to mind my own business, which is what I will do.

 

[Chris the Cat]

That's a shame mate, no harm done and you can look yourself in the mirror .

Put it from your mind and enjoy BcUK!

Best.

Chris.

 

[Robmc]

That's a shame mate, no harm done and you can look yourself in the mirror .

Put it from your mind and enjoy BcUK!

Best.

Chris.

Thanks mate,

Yeah was worth a try. He has now apologised but not reduced his price! I suppose that is something.

I guess they're all big boys and don't need my two penneth. Live and let live.

 

[Mesquite]

End of the day it really is a case of caveat empator.

If people can't be bothered to shop around and are happy to pay the sellers price then more power to the seller.

If no one shows any interest then the seller needs to rethink his price.

 

[sunndog]

Oops. PM'd him (politely) it didn't go well!

Always a danger matey

 

[David LaFerney]

End of the day it really is a case of caveat empator.

If people can't be bothered to shop around and are happy to pay the sellers price then more power to the seller.

If no one shows any interest then the seller needs to rethink his price.

I guess they're all big boys and don't need my two penneth. Live and let live.

On occasion I have knowingly paid more than the lowest possible price for one reason or another, so there is that too.