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I have been very reluctant to purchase items from online auctions for fear of getting ripped off. Recently I decided to take another look at them, starting with gunbroker. My search of listings will be limited to larger retailers. I will also pay close attention to the fine print and search out those sellers who charge reasonable shipping and who don't ding me for using card for payment.
What are some of your favorite sellers currently on gunbroker?
What is your bidding strategy?
How do you prevent yourself from overpaying by getting caught up in bidding competition?
My plan is to figure out what my max purchase price limit is (including shipping) and make one bid at that amount. If I am outbid then I'll move on to the next shiny object that catches my attention. I will bid early in the auction period so I am less influenced by what others have bid on an item.
What are some of your favorite sellers currently on gunbroker?
What is your bidding strategy?
How do you prevent yourself from overpaying by getting caught up in bidding competition?
My plan is to figure out what my max purchase price limit is (including shipping) and make one bid at that amount. If I am outbid then I'll move on to the next shiny object that catches my attention. I will bid early in the auction period so I am less influenced by what others have bid on an item.