Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/04/20
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]For those who are into such things, how do YOU describe gear that you are selling, sight unseen, to others? Put another way, how much info do you feel you need to disclose, and is it possible to go too far? I'm having a tough time reselling gear in the same upbeat, optimistic way that it was sold to me. Most annoying have been sellers who are tight-lipped about specifics, unless asked, and who then give only the exact info needed, no more. Others are evasive, simply sidestepping the issues. Both types seem to rely on some sort of refund policy, but regardless, it'd still leave me in the hole $60+ due to shipping costs, so I've tended to be very annoyed at these folks, but haven't returned much-maybe I should've? Common catchphrases, and their usual meanings: Common Saying Common Meaning - ----------------------------------------------------------------- Seems to be working It's broken Seller told me it worked It's broken I haven't tested it It's broken It was working last time I tried it ...in 1966! It's really gorgeous It's really broken In original box The box is original Never used Never worked Tiny ding One of many I am a collector How can you tell if it's broken? Just serviced ...Again! They're all like that It's broken, and I already spent your money This is no BS This is BS - -------------------------------------------------------------------- To those who strive for accuracy, thank you!