-Michael- joins yestetday. Does 12 posts overnight and now has at least a Talon SS for sale.
Crazy add on the classified
- Thread starter Mike_Lenardon
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Yep, he surely posted 10 meaningless posts ("yes, agree" "nice setup", etc) before he dumped the Talon SS setup on the forum classifieds. Even if legit, it's not a nice thing to be a "user" vs a contributor first..
On other forums newcomers can only post every 40 minutes or 1 hr until they reach a certain number of posts. This prevents a flood of comments and questions before the person even had time to read the rules and understand how things work.
On other forums newcomers can only post every 40 minutes or 1 hr until they reach a certain number of posts. This prevents a flood of comments and questions before the person even had time to read the rules and understand how things work.
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I don't know if this M is legit, if it is a scam, they may have chosen a less conspicuous name, to fly under the radar.
Good spot ?, Or witch hunt?.
Time will tell.
Ps, I have not seen the "add".
Good luck
Good spot ?, Or witch hunt?.
Time will tell.
Ps, I have not seen the "add".
Good luck
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Fe7565 that’s a excellent idea limit first 10 posts with time frame that alone could very well deter some of these bone heads , along with being a member for a certain amount of time before being allowed to post items for sale, Again just an old timer throwing his 2cents in.
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That ad would be one to buy in person. I wouldn’t buy from a day old member unless I could handle the item, but that’s just me.
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This is where time is your friend. I have been a contributing member for 4 1/2 years and protect my reputation as a buyer ; seller ; poster. If I offer something for sale or make an inquiry, I want to be taken seriously and the other person to be comfortable dealing with me. Unfortunately, the world is full of scum that makes us all uneasy.
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To be fair I spend a lot more time reading then Posting, but this isn’t even a good buy. You’re much better just buying one new for the small difference
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The scammers are starting to catch on quickly. "Not saying he is one.. but in general. I feel that something new has to be implemented by admin to catch these guys red handed. Wish it was that easy but I know it's not. Especially with VPNs and such these days. Just have to do your own research to make sure your not had.
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It should be: New members can post immediately. (6 month waiting period to post on classified period).
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Looks like a real poser, no meaningful contribution to his posts, can’t find his ad, either he sold already or maybe the real “micheal” yanked it.
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I have bought and sold a lot of stuff on a big photography forum. You must pay a small fee to post in the B&S section.
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He followed the rules set forth so how can you fault him. I belong to a forum that you can’t even view the classifieds until you achieve some kind of minimal rating. Personally, I believe it’s a privilege to have this kind of audience when you sell something. It’s not a service. But that’s just me I guess.
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And the Judge said "Bring that guilty man in here so we can give him a fair trial and then hang him". He posted a lot of photo's taken in his house. He is willing to use PayPal. Did anyone PM him and ask for his phone number? He did not ask you to pay another person. Just because he posted a bunch of nothing replies to qualify to sell does not make him a scammer. He may have been referred here by another member because he had something to sell but will become a great contributor to the forums. If you are suspicious, don't reply to his add.
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I agree with CharlieF, what if the guy is ok and reading this thread...that would be too bad. I like the idea of a fee to place your add. Maybe it would be too difficult, but what about the fee being fairly steep, and then most of it refunded to the seller after the transaction goes well. I’d be happy to deal with a fee if it would help stop scammers.
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