akapur Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 And it is exactly that attitude that has seen the BST degenerate into what it is. I dont like seeing a newcomer taken advantage of particularly when i thought one of the BST rules was no profit selling or profiteering. Unless, of course my knowledge of English is not what it once was. You and I just sit on opposite sides of the moral fence. Always good for everyone to know Craig I agree with you. The BST should be a place for a fellow TSG'r to find equipment and feel safe in the thought that they were not being taken advantage of. As a relative newcomer myself I have been very lucky in dealing with honest straight up people. I think that all of us should feel that way. If fellow members are gauging others that's too bad, it takes away the safety and comfort of doing business on this site. Hopefully this incidence is rare and not par for the course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lykato Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 And it is exactly that attitude that has seen the BST degenerate into what it is. I dont like seeing a newcomer taken advantage of particularly when i thought one of the BST rules was no profit selling or profiteering. Unless, of course my knowledge of English is not what it once was. You and I just sit on opposite sides of the moral fence. Always good for everyone to know I think that's a great idea that we all post where we bought our golf equipment and evidence how much we bough it for with a receipt. In addition, list the last three or four people who had them and the price they bought it for. Someone should track and see who are the folks that is making a profit. This would be very interesting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duffer19 Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 I think that's a great idea that we all post where we bought our golf equipment and evidence how much we bough it for with a receipt. In addition, list the last three or four people who had them and the price they bought it for. Someone should track and see who are the folks that is making a profit. This would be very interesting�� I totally disagree with your suggestion. If I am the first owner, I could or would prefer to let it be known. If I make no mention of it, the prospective buyers can assume that it is not. For sure, I would not be bothered to list all previous owners or previous prices nor would I be able to find out. Receipt is another thing that would not be happening. If one finds the price of a certain item on BST is not right, just walk away or not response. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmclarenf1 Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 (edited) I think that's a great idea that we all post where we bought our golf equipment and evidence how much we bough it for with a receipt. In addition, list the last three or four people who had them and the price they bought it for. Someone should track and see who are the folks that is making a profit. This would be very interesting�� I totally disagree with your suggestion. If I am the first owner, I could or would prefer to let it be known. If I make no mention of it, the prospective buyers can assume that it is not. For sure, I would not be bothered to list all previous owners or previous prices nor would I be able to find out. Receipt is another thing that would not be happening. If one finds the price of a certain item on BST is not right, just walk away or not response. I fully agree with duff. If you're not comfortable for any reason just walk away. And buying used will always have some measure of risk. I have had used shafts snap on me etc but more often than not, things have panned out fine. If I want the lowest risk transaction, I realise I have to buy new and pay the premium. You should too. And so what if someone makes a profit? Profit is bad all of a sudden? What if I was given something and want to sell it? I have to give it away too? I may but not because you say so. The right price is the price that is agreed by buyer and seller. Let free market forces prevail.. To the TS, sorry for polluting your bst post as I normally don't post on bst but this is getting silly. Suggestion... Just close this and repost with your latest price. Edited August 16, 2013 by wmclarenf1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jm3 Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 I fully agree with duff. If you're not comfortable for any reason just walk away. And buying used will always have some measure of risk. I have had used shafts snap on me etc but more often than not, things have panned out fine. If I want the lowest risk transaction, I realise I have to buy new and pay the premium. You should too. And so what if someone makes a profit? Profit is bad all of a sudden? What if I was given something and want to sell it? I have to give it away too? I may but not because you say so. The right price is the price that is agreed by buyer and seller. Let free market forces prevail.. To the TS, sorry for polluting your bst post as I normally don't post on bst but this is getting silly. Suggestion... Just close this and repost with your latest price. Can I get an AMEN? This statement is spot on: The right price is the price that is agreed by buyer and seller. Good luck to the seller and lesson be learned, do some research before you buy to ensure you are not getting ripped off. One suggestion is for us as sellers to not remove the price from BST posts after an item is sold. Although it does not reflect true sale price, it gives a good representation of list price. This would help both buyer and seller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 I dont disagree with any points made here at all. I simply refer to the BST rules in particular the first - point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballzofsteel Posted August 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 That's a great idea to close and repost the driver, wmclarenf1. Didn't think selling a driver would be this difficult! Before I repost, anyone interested for $650 shipped? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincent Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 I dont disagree with any points made here at all. I simply refer to the BST rules in particular the first - point OT Craig what you doing in early early morning? Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb40 Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 You know what is strange to me??? Less than a year ago the Ryo with crazy shaft would sell in a minute for $900 to $950. I tried one out and when I knew it was not for me it only took a few hours to resale at break even. Funny how quickly golf gear can plunge in value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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