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Hey all,

I’m a first time member here and looking to sell and or trade some of my knives here soon. I’ve been collecting for about 5 years but have never sold anything before (other than locally through CL or to friends). I’ve read through the rules and FAQs and looked through the knife exchange for the past several weeks to get a lay of the land. I’ve seen people post items up for sale as newbies with no feedback and some sell and some don’t. Any pointers for me to help someone feel better about buying a knife from me as a new guy until I can get some positive sales under my belt?
 
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Some people join just to flip knives. Those are the ones that are a hit or miss with some members. Members will go look at someone’s post history to see if they’re here just to sell.
Look around, join in on conversations and become a part of the community. Trust is stronger with a member that engages in discussions and folks will remember the things you post. Go read threads in the Feedback forum to better learn what not to do selling knives here.
Go look at the Want to Buy Forum, you might have something someone is looking for and build a good reputation selling behind the scenes.
Welcome, enjoy the ride and the best of luck on your journey down the rabbit hole.
 
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Ajack60 said:
Some people join just to flip knives. Those are the ones that are a hit or miss with some members. Members will go look at someone’s post history to see if they’re here just to sell.
Look around, join in on conversations and become a part of the community. Trust is stronger with a member that engages in discussions and folks will remember the things you post. Go read threads in the Feedback forum to better learn what not to do selling knives here.
Go look at the Want to Buy Forum, you might have something someone is looking for and build a good reputation selling behind the scenes.
Welcome, enjoy the ride and the best of luck on your journey down the rabbit hole.
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Thanks for the reply, I appreciate the info!
 
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Some people are willing to take a risk w/new sellers, especially if it is NOT a high $ transaction.

I am NOT and have never bought anything from anyone with no (or very little) feedback here and I never do business w/ anyone w/any negative feedback, no matter how many +feedback responses they've received.

Do you have any trade history on other websites, like EB, with positive (and no negative) feedback?

If so, ask potential buyers who want more bona fides to contact you there by PM for confirmation of your ID. After you've done a few trades here w/o any negative feedback, you should have no need to do that anymore.
 
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sgt1372 said:
Some people are willing to take a risk w/new sellers, especially if it is NOT a high $ transaction.

I am NOT and have never bought anything from anyone with no (or very little) feedback here and I never do business w/ anyone w/any negative feedback, no matter how many +feedback responses they'ver received.

Do you have any trade history on other websites, like EB, with positive (and no negative) feedback?

If so, ask potential buyers who want more bona fides to contact you there by PM for confirmation of your ID. After you've done a few trades here w/o any negative feedback, you should have no need to do that anymore.
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Thanks for the reply, this is good info! I have an old eBay account from years ago that should still have some positive feedback, that’s a good idea.
 
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Welcome to Bladeforums Mustacheben.

Some advice for selling-

1. Post good pictures, the more the better. Don't try to hide flaws.

2. Maintain good communication. From the moment you accept an "I'll take it" make sure the buyer knows what you are doing regarding the knife, be available to answer questions, tell the buyer when it will be shipped, when it has been shipped, and provide the tracking number as soon as possible.

3. Be honest about what you're selling. Again, don't try to hide flaws. Don't describe the knife as "new", "pristine" or "like new in box" if you have used it, disassembled it, sharpened it, caused the slightest damage to it, etc. And be sure the knife isn't a fake/clone/counterfeit.

4. Package the knife well. Use a box, tape it up good, pack the knife securely inside (not loose and bouncing around). Don't use envelopes or padded mailers.

5. Develop and maintain a good reputation. Be a man of your word. Trust is everything when conducting personal online sales. One bad deal can ruin you for this forum.


And as Ajack60 said, being a participant in forum discussions can help give people a sense of you, and it gives the impression that you aren't just here to make a quick buck.


For the record, the sales I've conducted on this forum have all been private sales (done entirely through private messages), and private sales don't allow for the giving and receiving of feedback points, which is why I don't have any. But I practice what I preach in the advice I've given above, and I haven't had an unhappy buyer yet, or been asked for any refunds.

Although I don't have a feedback score, I have been an active member here for over 20 years, perhaps that's why people felt comfortable buying from me, including sending payment in advance. When it comes to selling on this forum, I like to think that I am more than just my feedback score, or lack thereof :) .
 
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killgar said:
Some advice for selling-

1. Post good pictures, the more the better. Don't try to hide flaws.

2. Maintain good communication. From the moment you accept an "I'll take it" make sure the buyer knows what you are doing regarding the knife, be available to answer questions, tell the buyer when it will be shipped, when it has been shipped, and provide the tracking number as soon as possible.

3. Be honest about what you're selling. Again, don't try to hide flaws. Don't describe the knife as "new", "pristine" or "like new in box" if you have used it, disassembled it, sharpened it, caused the slightest damage to it, etc. And be sure the knife isn't a fake/clone/counterfeit.

4. Package the knife well. Use a box, tape it up good, pack the knife securely inside (not loose and bouncing around). Don't use envelopes or padded mailers.

5. Develop and maintain a good reputation. Be a man of your word. Trust is everything when conducting personal online sales. One bad deal can ruin you for this forum.


And as Ajack60 said, being a participant in forum discussions can help give people a sense of you, and it gives the impression that you aren't just here to make a quick buck.


For the record, the sales I've conducted on this forum have all been private sales (done entirely through private messages), and private sales don't allow for the giving and receiving of feedback points, which is why I don't have any. But I practice what I preach in the advice I've given above, and I haven't had an unhappy buyer yet, or been asked for any refunds.

Although I don't have a feedback score, I have been an active member here for over 20 years, perhaps that's why people felt comfortable buying from me, including sending payment in advance. When it comes to selling on this forum, I like to think that I am more than just my feedback score, or lack thereof :) .
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This is great advise, thank you!
 
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David Mary said:
Yes they do. Try and see for yourself. Use the link to your PM conversation as the "deal thread" link.
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Well heck, it worked. I was told there had to be a sales thread in the Exchange in order to give and receive feedback.

Thanks David, just goes to show you're never too old to learn something new :).
 
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I just started wheeling and dealing on here. I haven't had any problems. Some don't sell and I wonder if they would if I had more feedback. I list prices as ppff and have been asked to do it gs. I had an ebay account for selling n it wasn't that hard so I did. They covered the fees. My ebay feedback isn't much but I haven't been asked to show the ebay feedback, which is also 100% good. I haven't had any issues with all of the two trades I've done either. It kinda seems like people with enough feedback stopped caring about it. I didn't go back to message past sales when I noticed but I'm gonna start sending the deal url and asking for feedback.
 
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RBB2 said:
Another good way to help folks feel comfortable as a new seller is to be willing to accept Paypal goods and services so the buyer is protected.
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I’ve only ever used PayPal for sending money to friends. Can someone explain the differences between goods and services and friends and fam? I’ve heard some states charge you tax on G&S is that the main reason people tend to stick to F&F?
 
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I don't really have a problem with dealing with people wish lower feedback status. We all have to start somewhere. I typically ask if I can call and talk to a new member. You will gain all the knowledge and character cues you need in a phone call in most cases. Some will ask you for special concessions. Just be transparent, ship fast (or on decided date), follow up and see how your buyer likes the knife. I also don't have a problem with people just selling here. Its a good place to do so. If you are a knife knut this is the best place to find conversation, knowledge, and good people. Good luck brother!
 
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Welcome.

Sometime in hand photos are helpful. Be sure to provide metrics for blade length, thickness, and handle length when these are not readily available online.

I'll be looking for some of your sweet deals.
 
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David Mary said:
Yes they do. Try and see for yourself. Use the link to your PM conversation as the "deal thread" link.
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I tried this a few days ago and it didn’t work, but that may be because the link had the reference to a specific message in the thread. I just tried it again removing the message reference (delete the #convMessage part), and it worked. So make sure the link is to the PM thread and not a specific message in it.
 
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