@pexxy:
I did. I know not everyone is a scammer, but trackable mail is especially expensive in certain countries and I just can't put my mind to rest most of the time. Then again, I get worried over SAL parcels from HLJ too.
The thought of returning figures through mail if damged etc just gives me a headache, so what I was saying is I prefer the convenience of meetings to exchange, but that's because its easy in singapore.
Actually, I used to sell items internationally and the thing is, I used to get emails that post offices ripped packages apart, lost packages (because they didnt want to pay for tracking) and etc. It was a nightmare sometimes.
Oh, and I actually do read alot of stuff about people who pay good money to get bootlegs in return, especially with nendoroids.
Don't mean to bash everyone :) I know that sellers on this forum are probably credible, I just hate lost parcels and worry alot. You can't compare waiting for a parcel to the instant gratification of checking an item and paying for it on the spot. ^^
Yeah mate, don't generalize the sellers on apforums, many of us are genuine sellers trying to make a living doing what we do (… nah~~) you did PM me before regarding my figures remember? Selling internationally does represent a risk of its own but its a risk many of us are prepared to take here since apforums has many hardcore collectors, well actually this is what makes the apforums collectibles community doesn't it? We're all collectors sharing, exchanging, buying and selling, and of course discussing about something we love alot. Its so touching it brings tears to my eyes... (... nah~~)
But then again, for those who just come here to scam or make a quick buck without loving the series itself, I feel it aint right somewhere... especially after looking at the cases of dragonxpiece and deroo, I feel that it taints the reputation of this forum, and it would be good if 1. Admit you're in the wrong and try to compensate as much as possible to whoever involved like what dragonxpiece seems to be doing now, or 2. Screw off from this forum cos we don't need such people (like Deroo who just refuses to admit he's in the wrong, well, when he obviously is)
Well, we can let bygones be bygones, but there's a limitation to all our patience levels too. Especially dragonxpiece, please be more tactful in commenting in future.
PS: I really don't know when this started, but I desperately need to improve on my sense of humour. And gosh, what a long post. If you've read till here, I congratulate you. Note earlier point.