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I would rather not say cuz it is may well be a totally legit deal and I don't want to influence the seller's ad in a negative way if it's not warranted. In other words, if we put ourselves in the seller's shoes we wouldn't want undue negative attention on our ad just due to someone asking "is there a risk free way to buy off armslist". So I'll keep it general to the question at hand.Ok, so now that your passing on this one can we get a link or know what it is?
If the price is more normal, the hook is usually that they're going to sell it to you under the table. Another one I see occasionally is that it's a new release that's selling out daily , like the hellcat did right after launch.Very helpful info. Thank you. The Washington Washington is applicable for what I was looking at. Doesn't necessarily mean anything but it's something to consider. If it was a $40 or less item I wouldn't sweat it too much but just too risky for the item I want. No indication from buyer that it is any sort of scam (and I would not classify it as too good to be true at all) but I think I will let this one go bye bye.
I was doing that and went back a week later. The flag's had no effect on the adds and in fact never indicated that the posts had been flagged at all....Go figure.I've started flagging scams on armslist the way my wife plays candy crush.
Almost every morning, and practically hourly on Saturday Sunday, you will see rare colt ARs ,arsenal AKs, $300 glocks, and other "amazing deals ".
Please use the flag options to scrub these parasites off the page. If you see Washington, Washington; scam.
Oddball use of the Engrish Ranguage; scam.
Account created today; scam.
The words "good and excellent condition "
Check other listings by user. If it's a $1200 Nighthawk in Wa , a $400 AK in Baltimore, and a $300 gen 2 glock 17 in Texas...well.
These same people are the ones who sell imaginary purebred puppies out of state
I don't know what the tipping point is, but it's definitely a numbers game . So many users have to flag before it's removed. Also, I see the same scam over and over with newly created or unconfirmed accountsI was doing that and went back a week later. The flag's had no effect on the adds and in fact never indicated that the posts had been flagged at all....Go figure.
I suggest that you never buy from a personal seller on Armslist. There are gunshops that use that venue. They will not risk their FFL for life by cheating you. Find out the name of the store and look them up on line, then call the phone number there to reach out. I wouldn't use the Armslist link to buy until you are sure they are legit. Use a credit card so you have options afterwards.Found item (no ffl needed) I want to buy one state away on armslist and seller willing to ship. But I've heard horror stories re armslist.
Any safe way to buy it? I really don't want to send lots of $ to a stranger and hope it gets mailed.
I know you deleted it but you made my point.deleted
Get pics of the item with a toothbrush through/under it along with their ID. Use US Postal MO for payment. Insured against fraud, and federal felony charges for the cheater. You can also use an FFL to broker non firearm items for a small fee.
I had forgotten about OT !
Yea it was a good site. Seems like I bought one or two items off of it.
What incentive is there for post office to pursue any kind of "conviction"? Why would they even care if I got scammed? They collect their paycheck regardless so why would they want to bother? Doesn't seem realistic for the scammed person to spend countless hours trying to get post office to do something they probably wouldn't want to do. But never had any experience with it.I agree that you can use an FFL, but it is not necessary. If you have to send money, send it certified mail with a return receipt requested. Use a postal money order. If someone attempts to scam you, it is then becomes a federal felony and the Post Office has the highest conviction rate of any federal agency or pseudo federal agency in America.
What incentive is there for post office to pursue any kind of "conviction"? Why would they even care if I got scammed? They collect their paycheck regardless so why would they want to bother? Doesn't seem realistic for the scammed person to spend countless hours trying to get post office to do something they probably wouldn't want to do. But never had any experience with it.
Yeah, the idea of the USPS money order and mail fraud protection is a sick joke. The scammers know this, so will gladly accept them. Credit card use, so you can contest the charges if it doesn't show up, is better. In person with a camera and tape recorder is best. Either/both hidden is always good,. Lots of pen recorders that also write are good. Down side is the scammers also look for these as well to make sure you aren't taping them. If they spot them, it is 100% sure it is a scam!
I was doing that and went back a week later. The flag's had no effect on the adds and in fact never indicated that the posts had been flagged at all....Go figure.