TalkBass Trade Gone Bad

[g4string]

Stock Fender pic in the ad - another huge flag for me.

But the other trade party has a long member history on TB in addition to having a 100% 70 transaction history. I'd like to think that means something around here. I've sold things with stock photos or even with out photos. However, I'm certain the reason I could do so was because of my feedback and history on this site. I think a potential buyer would feel comfort in knowing that a senior member of this site isn't out to screw another TB over. And furthermore, I think that same buyer would assume that if something would go amuck that said senior member would at least attempt to make things right. That's what separates this site from places like reverb, ebay, harmony central, etc. a persons reputation actually means something here. Sad to see another member abusing their seniority.

 

[lfmn16]

You should ask yourself that.

Well, 6 people took the time to like my post, none took the time to like your post. So that should be a clue even to you. You don't like relics, nobody cares.

 

[lfmn16]

But the other trade party has a long member history on TB in addition to having a 100% 70 transaction history. I'd like to think that means something around here. I've sold things with stock photos or even with out photos. However, I'm certain the reason I could do so was because of my feedback and history on this site. I think a potential buyer would feel comfort in knowing that a senior member of this site isn't out to screw another TB over. And furthermore, I think that same buyer would assume that if something would go amuck that said senior member would at least attempt to make things right. That's what separates this site from places like reverb, ebay, harmony central, etc. a persons reputation actually means something here. Sad to see another member abusing their seniority.

I wouldn't argue with a thing you said. It should mean something, I guess I'm just overly cautious.

 

[Robroy]

Stock Fender pic in the ad - another huge flag for me.

Stock picture only works for "new" stuff. 'Course, I don't ever buy used, sight unseen. It's why I only use CL for that sort of thing. Local.

 

[g4string]

I wouldn't argue with a thing you said. It should mean something, I guess I'm just overly cautious.

Just to clarify, I think the OP did say he got a few non-stock pics. I think the first couple pics are from the trade deal. However, you're right......best to be overcautious in any internet deal.

 

[scourgeofgod]

But the other trade party has a long member history on TB in addition to having a 100% 70 transaction history. I'd like to think that means something around here. I've sold things with stock photos or even with out photos. However, I'm certain the reason I could do so was because of my feedback and history on this site. I think a potential buyer would feel comfort in knowing that a senior member of this site isn't out to screw another TB over. And furthermore, I think that same buyer would assume that if something would go amuck that said senior member would at least attempt to make things right. That's what separates this site from places like reverb, ebay, harmony central, etc. a persons reputation actually means something here. Sad to see another member abusing their seniority.

You make a valid point, but given the op's situation, this is the exception to the rule so to speak.

 

[Robroy]

I'm one of those guys who would go to the store, look at a road worn bass and say to the salesman "So this is...what? A third the price of a new one?"

I've actually done that. Not those exact words, but something like that.

 

[The Chuck]

Can't wait to see where this goes. I hope it works out.

 

[Gaolee]

I have no opinion one way or the other about artificially reliced basses (though I wouldn't want one), and I don't really know that much about them, but don't the "official" professionally distressed ones only have wear on the finish? As opposed to damage done to the wood, I mean.

My RW didn't have any wood damage. It had some oddball (to me) holes in the finish that didn't look like wear I would have made, but no chunks or chips out of the wood. Oddly enough, the "wear" also had a finish over it, so where the wood was showing through on the top bout of the body, there was actually a clear satin finish. That's worn off of mine, and there are now other wear holes in the finish where my fingers go, but even with the amount of play wear and banging around mine has had, the wood isn't gouged. I suppose some have damage to the wood, but Fender Road Worns don't, and certainly not from the factory.

 

[bolophonic]

Man, I would be so massively disappointed by that bass. The person who sent you that should be ashamed of themselves. That is straight-up dishonesty.

 

[GranSportMan]

Could this have been one of those Chinese knock-off Road Worn basses?

 

[okcrum]

Well, 6 people took the time to like my post, none took the time to like your post. So that should be a clue even to you. You don't like relics, nobody cares.

That's what the Ignore feature is for.

 

[lfmn16]

That's what the Ignore feature is for.

Yes, I use it liberally.

 

[lomo]

Frankly, no matter what happens next with this ugly deal, it would be a service to the TB community to name the guy who stiffed you. The rest of what I'd like to say is not in keeping with the spirit of TB. Hope it works out.

 

[Arizona Jones]

OP here -

I just sent the trader a TB message notifying him of the thread and asking if he had anything to add.

I'm ready to get this wrapped up.

Thanks to all who offered positive support.

 

[pacojas]

keep us posted! if he laments and does the right thing i'll take him off of my "No-Buy" list.
thank you,

 

[g4string]

keep us posted! if he laments and does the right thing i'll take him off of my "No-Buy" list.
thank you,

He'll stay on my off limits list. I mean seriously, if a guy needs a public shaming to do the right thing....then he's someone I'd rather avoid doing biz with all together. No matter if he ends up doing right or not

 

[pacojas]

He'll stay on my off limits list. I mean seriously, if a guy needs a public shaming to do the right thing....then he's someone I'd rather avoid doing biz with all together. No matter if he ends up doing right or not

i like your post. i understand your post. but, i think a guy with his previous good standing deserves a chance to get it right and be forgiven. we don't even know the condition of the bass the OP sent out. maybe it was a crap for crap deal and one persons crap out crapped the others,... (whew! that was a mouth full)
but,.. overall you could miss the deal of a lifetime. i'm sure the next thing he sells will sit long enough for me to swoop up for pennies on a dollar!

 

[Immigrant]

So, being a member of an online forum for 9 years is "seniority"?

 

[ggunn]

i like your post. i understand your post. but, i think a guy with his previous good standing deserves a chance to get it right and be forgiven. we don't even know the condition of the bass the OP sent out. maybe it was a crap for crap deal and one persons crap out crapped the others,... (whew! that was a mouth full)

And from him we hear... <crickets>