Has William Johnson fulfilled his obligations?

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A few months ago we had the following thread:
http://www.bladeforums.com/ubb/Forum25/HTML/000081.html

As you can see, several people were unhappy with the outcomes of this.

Now we are getting reports that William Johnson may be back under another name and is trading again, but still has not fulfilled his previous obligations. Several hundred's of dollars worth.

If you have any information on this and whether or not he is indeed trading on the forums, or still owes you money, please post here and let us know so that we can take action.

Spark

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I think this thread pretty well clears up the identity crisis. William Shane Johnson/Shane Johnstone.
http://www.bladeforums.com/ubb/Forum25/HTML/000310.html

Looking at other "scarman" posts, you will see many similarities between the two identities. Knife interests, military backgrounds (infantry to medical/admin), duty station (Ft. Lewis), religious quotes, and at least one trade altered by the Wife after the fact.

"It was a 6" Greco, similar to the companion only in 5160. I traded a Cold Steel San Mai III(had to withdraw the Sebenza due to spousal complaints) and a few other items for it and I loved that knife even though I only had it 3 days."

My personal buisiness was concluded with Mr. Johnson at the time. I am sure the only reason is the fact that my very real friend Mike, was able to go over to his office and get the knives, albeit not from Mr. Johnson himself. I wish all of you with outstanding issues the best of luck.

Derek Russell
 
Yep, it's him alright. I still have yet to see the items I traded him a brand new CS and a brand new Recon Scout for. Apparently the CS Master Tanto ALREADY got traded off to someone (RKellog) in exchange for a Greco. He hasn't fixed his problems with mine, but proceeded to trade off MY stuff to someone else just the same. Very pathetic. Here's the thread to prove it.
http://www.bladeforums.com/ubb/Forum25/HTML/000364.html

I already wrote to him, using his "scarman" email, and told him to respond asap. He never did.

Granted, I'm giving him that benefit of the doubt that my items were shipped (I know some people would doubt that very much though), but 6 months??? geez... And I was told that USPS will only pay him 1/2 the insured cost? I've never heard of that, ever. I asked for opinions from Danelle (when she was still with Spyderco) and she said it's bull****, citing that at Spyderco, they lose "tons" of stuffs everyday, and it doesn't take that long to file and claim. If only she's around she can vouch on what I just said.

Even then, he might have already gotten the insurance claim, but had no intentions of sending the knives back to me. Double-blackeye.

Thanks to Derek, I've read a lot of threads which proves beyond a shadow of doubt that "scarman" and William Johnson/Shane Johnstone is one and the same. Good thing the delete option was removed, otherwise, the proofs would be gone in an instant the minute he reads this.

What's funny was that all these times, he was replying to some of my posts, and I never knew it was him. He even asked me stuffs about CS's kraton handles, etc... Sure had me fooled.
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If he has all the intentions of refunding me my money (or my knives, which I already asked for, EVEN if it's already used), would he have done this "hide and seek" thing? I don't think so. Only a guilty conscience would do that to a guy.

You know what hurts the most, guys? It's the fact that I trusted him too much, like a brother. Our email exchanges were very good.
It's just too bad he had to do this.

My last move? I've read somewhere that I could file a complaint against him for mail fraud, and that's exactly what I'm going to do.

Dan

[This message has been edited by Dannyc (edited 28 December 1999).]

[This message has been edited by Dannyc (edited 28 December 1999).]
 
That is sad to hear. I have only traded/sold a few times on this forum, but each time was VERY pleasing. All the ones I have traded with, Ray (aka md2020), copfish, and a few others have been outstanding. All those guys, I had no problem sending knives before I got money. They are very honest, and any time in the future, if I have a deal with one of them, I will be completly at ease. When somebody does something bad as mentioned above, I think many of us take it kind of personally. To use the people here, and take advantage of thier trust and good will is very low. scarman/william/shane or whatever, please, now is the time to come forward and set things right. The forumites seem to be quite a forgiving bunch, please dont take advantage of them. If you owe anybody knives or money, please contact them and show that you will be a man about this. DO THE RIGHT THING.

Richard
 
Seems like a lot of work to nickel and dime people over a few factory knives.Well some people never aspire to greatness even when it involves fraud. One thing this guy does is he sure gives religion a bad name. Funny how someone would hide behind scripture quotes in order to cheat other forum members.I don't remember reading that part in the bible.
Bob
 
Bob, was about to say that... He's taking the old saying "Using the Lord's name in vain" to new heights..

Dan
 
I am only going to say this once so pay close attention.
I have never defrauded anyone.
As to the deal with my Chua. I mailed in good faith all of the items as promised. When they did not arrive I filed a claim with the post office. I then waited as instructed to hear back from them.
I only recently got off of the phone with the claims office in San Francisco and was informed the package was indeed mailed on 17 May 99 to Manilla, where it is now is anyone's guess.
There is a claim number and I have forwarded that to Mr. Chua as well as the phone number of the claims office in San Francisco (415) 536-6535 ask for a Ms Panetta. I have been informed that they have tried numerous times to contact the Phillipines to no avail so now must submit a request in writing and if no response in 30 days then I will be reimbursed and Mr Chua will get his money.
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Doubt me....? Call and check for yourself.

Otherwise back off and when I get the $$$$ Mr. Chua will get his reimbursement.
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I stand by what I say and what I believe, whether you like it or not.

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The vague and tenuous hope that GOD is too kind to punish the ungodly has become a deadly opiate for the conscience of millions.

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2 Cor 5:10

 
Don't you think with your track record and seven + months you should just pay the guy? Apparently you were supposed to be his friend. I know for friendship and reputation I'd rather lose money out of my pocket.
 
I guess we'll just get more scripture quoted at us, about how God should smite the evil.

Time to register under yet another forum ID, probably has one already.
 
When, Shane? Let's put it all on the record. It had to reach this point wherein I have to post on this thread before you show up?

I think I've waited long enough for promises that never materialized. Since these people are my witnesses now, everything is in black and white. You can't tell them to back off, because they have the right to know what went on.

30 days? Plain and simple right? So that means JANUARY 29, 2000 right? What happens after JANUARY 29? Another 30 to 60 days? Why not make it an even 1 year from May 17? sheesh...

Why not do it this way then? why not just pay me and YOU wait for the 30 days? I believe waiting for more than half a year already is a bit too long, don't you think? You owe me that much at least.
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Guys, as of this writing, he already emailed me back (after my nth try of reaching him for months) but not with flowery words, just a bit uglier than what is posted here
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. I will try ONCE MORE to settle this issue with him amicably. If that doesn't work, well... I don't know what else to do.
I do have some leads though, but it's not going to be pretty.

Dan
 
Danny, a dead beat is a dead beat and BS is BS. There's just no other way to look at it.

Obviously Shane/William or what ever would never have called the post office if he hadn't gotten heat here. So his intentions were not good. Obviously he changed his forum ID to cover his tracks because of the crap he pulled in the past. Obviously he doesn't do the right thing until his back is against the wall.

What isn't obvious to me is why Spark, who started this thread, hasn't banned this Bible Beater. I can think of at least one other forum ID that might be his.

Come on Spark, step in here, we need a little house cleaning!!!

Oh yeah one other thing, NEVER tell me to back off, that's when I sink in my teath.
 
In spite of all of this rhetoric and posturing from all of the nay sayers I had and still have every intent to reimburse Mr. Chua, once I receive the money from the post office and not before.....Why? Simple, I have a family to provide for and am unable to simply whip out the $$$ and send it out. That is another reason why we insure our packages is it not.
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Lest you forget I too lost some items(let me refresh your memory Mr Chua I sent a NIB Military, a BM Stryker, and a Swisschamp with a deluxe SOS kit). Funny how you failed to mention that, why?
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It is not my fault that the Post office is slow in processing claims when dealing with countries such as yours, I too, must wait on the system.
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You have the phone number, the claim number, the point of contact and the info I provided.
I am amused at the speed which others seem to have jumped on the band wagon and accused me of some type of crime when I have all proof and evidence to the contrary. Again I reiterate, I have never stolen anything nor have I misrepresented myself or my goods.
Make all the claims you want, all the accusations you can muster, sling all the insults you desire I have done nothing wrong and will make restitution to Mr. Chua once I have received the refund. Until then you must wait.

So again I say BACKOFF
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BTW, this is the only other forum name I use so you can leave everyone else out of it.


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The vague and tenuous hope that GOD is too kind to punish the ungodly has become a deadly opiate for the conscience of millions.

*A. W. Tozer

2 Cor 5:10

 
My heart goes out to "whatever his name is at the moment" It sure can't be fun filing insurance claims with the Post Office. It almost seems like the Post Office has it in for him and constantly screws up all his deliveries. Seems everytime their is some complaint against him its always the Post Office losing the packages BWHAHAHA. Boy this sure gets old fast.
Bob

" He who cheats fellow forumites shall suffer the wrath of the Post Office"
12;7 page 63
 
USPS takes about three months to come around with the claim money. I know because they lost a high end knife I sent to Copfish once. Thank-God he was cool about it . . . I would have had to come up with $500 to send him if not. The excuse, "It's the USPS' fault," is a bad line used by some of the members, however it does happen for real from time to time.
 
Lucky Dog- There are many "Bible beaters" on this forum. I wouldn`t be so cavalier about my comments, if I were you. If Scarman were Black, or Asian, or a Jew, would you be quite so glib? Of course you wouldn`t. Then why is it okay to make insulting comments about Christians?

I agree Spark ought to step in, but I don`t think he`s likely to condone your behavior in this thread.
 
I'm Christian myself, I just don't preach out of one side of my mouth and act differently out of the other.
 
Yes Scarman/William/Shane/Johnson/Johnstone. I shipped a brand new CS Master Tanto via 2-day UPS Int'l Express (no cost to you) in exchange for your Military and your Stryker AND a brand new CS Recon Scout for your SAK w/ SOS Kit. There, happy?
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You'd think that I got the better end of the deal, or so you want people to think of it that way..

Gee, you sure love the word "wait", coz it's fun to be on the other end of the rope where you're not the one who's waiting.
As to your family, please.... Don't talk to me about family to provide for. I may not have a wife, but I DO have a kid to feed (being a single parent and all). If that's your excuse, then it's feeble. So your family gets provided for, while my family has to wait, is that it? Geez...
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Sure I have the phone number and whatever else you sent me via a poorly scanned picture. Are you going to answer for the long distance charges I will be incurring on this matter? I don't think so. I believe I have invested more than enough time and effort w/ something in which you are responsible for.

I have done MY end of the bargain, and you have all my knives which I sent OUT OF TRUST.
You claim that you also lost items in this issue. Sure you did..
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Any fool would know that. But then, you have the items that you traded for those, right? What I'm asking you to do is to HELP me get what's due to me. Is that too much to ask for ALL THESE TIMES? I don't see you losing ANYTHING if you helped me, you know.

All I'm doing now is WAITING on this end.

Lucky Dog - first time I heard of that word "Bible Beater". And you're right. Act what you preach. Don't put it as your tagline to show people that you're a God-fearing and HONEST man, that people would trust you all too easily.
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Ryan - I never questioned his intent on getting the claim filed, etc. What I'm questioning here, is his WORD to follow through the claim. Getting lazy, Shane? I can understand that, since it's not YOUR loss anyways.

Derek's right. If not for his friend who can go to William's office, and get the knives in person (not from William himself, though), he wouldn't have gotten his knives back at all, according to him. I don't have a friend named Mike who's willing to do that for me, and I never thought of the need for one.
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I just rely on a simple word called "Trust", which is now hanging very loosely.

28 DAYS AND COUNTING.

Dan

[This message has been edited by Dannyc (edited 30 December 1999).]

[This message has been edited by Dannyc (edited 30 December 1999).]
 
Lucky Dog,SteveB, you're both right. If you're gonna talk the talk, you gotta walk the walk. As a fellow Bible-beater myself, this is the reason I dont put a Christian bumper sticker on my car
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haha cause of the way I drive sometimes.
As for the post office losing so many packages, seems highly unlikely it could happen to the same person more than once,hmmm?


If it walks like a duck and smells like a duck- it just might be a duck.

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Dave
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