Thread: The Wall Of Shame

Forgive me. I guess it's because I hadn't seen ya posting until lately. Beat me with a wet noodle. I see now I was wrong!

Originally Posted by PaulFLUS

I hate when they put "RARE," in the description. That's code for "you should give me a lot of money for it."

It's like when people ncall me and say, "how much just to...," Or "it should be an easy one. All you have to do is...," as if they know better than I do how to do my job.

And of course the coup de grâce and Magnum opus of those with a PhD from Google University with special studies at the YouTube institute, "Well, I did a little research and..."

I know exactly what you mean Paul. I also have clients that contact me and tell me "it's a simple job that will only take 5 minutes". That's code for do it almost free, my stock answer is if it's such a simple quick job, why don't you do it yourself.

I don't take quick simple jobs anymore. After i see for myself what's involved I prepare a quote and I have a minimum charge too.

I’m waiting for the 7-day set …..

Originally Posted by PaulFLUS

I hate when they put "RARE," in the description. That's code for "you should give me a lot of money for it."

It's like when people ncall me and say, "how much just to...," Or "it should be an easy one. All you have to do is...," as if they know better than I do how to do my job.

And of course the coup de grâce and Magnum opus of those with a PhD from Google University with special studies at the YouTube institute, "Well, I did a little research and..."

There’s nothing so common as the word ‘rare’ in an eBay straight razor auction description….

Another 'picker that thinks they hit the motherlode.........

This thread was enjoyable to read gentlemen. Thanks to all the contributors.

I personally had given up on searching eBay for hidden gems, but perhaps I should try again if for no other reason but a good laugh.

My favorite was when I was looking for vintage stereo gear (one of my other passions) about 10 years ago when vinyl records were getting red hot again. Some goof had a W.T. Grants record player 8 track FM radio combo with one missing speaker. It looked like something he found in the garbage and thought he hit the motherload. His intro line was "NON FUNCTIONAL BUT HIGHLY COLLECTABLE STEREO WITH RECORD PLAYER!". And he only wanted $750.00 on a buy it now. I laughed so hard I started choking. I should start looking for razors and supplies again to see if I can get another good chuckle, but it would be hard to top that whopper!

Originally Posted by ZipZop

This thread was enjoyable to read gentlemen. Thanks to all the contributors.

I personally had given up on searching eBay for hidden gems, but perhaps I should try again if for no other reason but a good laugh.

My favorite was when I was looking for vintage stereo gear (one of my other passions) about 10 years ago when vinyl records were getting red hot again. Some goof had a W.T. Grants record player 8 track FM radio combo with one missing speaker. It looked like something he found in the garbage and thought he hit the motherload. His intro line was "NON FUNCTIONAL BUT HIGHLY COLLECTABLE STEREO WITH RECORD PLAYER!". And he only wanted $750.00 on a buy it now. I laughed so hard I started choking. I should start looking for razors and supplies again to see if I can get another good chuckle, but it would be hard to top that whopper!

These days I just look to see what's out there. I'm not out to buy. The same seller had a non functional Chips tv show helicopter toy for $269.95 or best offer. Everything the seller has is ridiculously priced.
Some people think they really have something!

Cell rot and a wrecked blade. $60 anyone?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/14319965541...3ABFBM0t2JiOtg

Originally Posted by Steve56

Cell rot and a wrecked blade. $60 anyone?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/14319965541...3ABFBM0t2JiOtg

It's rare alright. Not all have a cutout for going over zits and moles!

Just needs a little cleaning.........