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<p>[QUOTE="omahaorange, post: 1477004, member: 28199"]My problem isn't so much with eBay, but like protovdo mentions in his post, the constant complaining about this or that deal or seller that permeates this and other message boards. From "the picture wasn't of the coin I bought" to "I expected MS and got AU, the picture was really doctored" to "I won this item, but spent the money on something else so I should be able to just cancel the bid" to even "I bid while sleepwalking, now I want out". Don't forget the posts where a member is accusing an eBay seller of selling fakes and the link turns out to be genuine, or "wow, this guy's charging way too much"; you can ask any price you want for items. I'm not a big eBay fan; I've actually only bought one coin from that venue (and it was a good experience, good deal, etc. No complaints). I just prefer to see the coin in my hand and know what I'm getting before forking over the cash. And the instant gratification of taking possession immediately, without depending on the USPS or FedEx. This is why I prefer shops, shows, flea markets, and live auctions. But I wouldn't discourage anyone from using that venue if they so choose. It's another option. Like anything else, you pay your money, you take your chances. But don't complain simply because the deal wasn't exactly what you expected. You are buying from an anonymous seller, relying on pictures and descriptions that may or may not be accurate. If you're not satisfied, okay. Stuff happens. No need to rant. Use eBay's return policies to your advantage and correct the problem.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="omahaorange, post: 1477004, member: 28199"]My problem isn't so much with eBay, but like protovdo mentions in his post, the constant complaining about this or that deal or seller that permeates this and other message boards. From "the picture wasn't of the coin I bought" to "I expected MS and got AU, the picture was really doctored" to "I won this item, but spent the money on something else so I should be able to just cancel the bid" to even "I bid while sleepwalking, now I want out". Don't forget the posts where a member is accusing an eBay seller of selling fakes and the link turns out to be genuine, or "wow, this guy's charging way too much"; you can ask any price you want for items. I'm not a big eBay fan; I've actually only bought one coin from that venue (and it was a good experience, good deal, etc. No complaints). I just prefer to see the coin in my hand and know what I'm getting before forking over the cash. And the instant gratification of taking possession immediately, without depending on the USPS or FedEx. This is why I prefer shops, shows, flea markets, and live auctions. But I wouldn't discourage anyone from using that venue if they so choose. It's another option. Like anything else, you pay your money, you take your chances. But don't complain simply because the deal wasn't exactly what you expected. You are buying from an anonymous seller, relying on pictures and descriptions that may or may not be accurate. If you're not satisfied, okay. Stuff happens. No need to rant. Use eBay's return policies to your advantage and correct the problem.[/QUOTE]
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