Ebay charges on Shipping costs also, so it is not a dodge but a security blanket for some sellers. I'm not sure what everyones fastination is with Ebay's shipping but just ADD the cost of the shipping into the bid price. Even if it's a $1 item and the shipping is $25 who cares if you got the coin you want for $26 and that $26 is a good price to you. But yes look at feedback and expect some neg's but not a high % at all. And I like good pictures but that only goes so far too. Just remember to Walk before you Run. So buy slow and steady before you get pricey coins. Good luck.
It maybe relevant but that's what the search is for. Not to get me to post to a person that is already experienced... bah, I hate being tricked that way
That has not always been the case. If they are too pro-seller and not pro-buyer, nobody shops on Ebay and switches to other online marketplaces.