Zuiks,
Sheesh! This selling equipment to the list is getting a bit difficult!
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I've received 17 replies to my list of equipment for sale on Saturday,
mostly regarding the 24/2.8. One of the replies informed me that it was
good that I offered stuff to the list first because it was "list policy" to
do so. Three of the replies started off by telling me that since I had
gotten a good deal on this package, they expected very low pricing on
anything they purchased. One reply told me that I was being "selfish and
greedy" (direct quote) for asking what I have for some of the items. In
this case, the 24/2.8.
Granted, had I posted prices initially, I probably would never have heard
from these folks. That mistake won't happen again.
First, for the newer listees, there is NO list policy regarding selling
equipment to the list before hitting eBay or other sales mediums. If you
want to see a piece of equipment used by someone you know will really
appreciate it, offer it to the list. If you want maximum $ for something,
hit eBay or some other venue. But don't feel obligated to sell to the list
because you belong to it -- it's your equipment and your money, and it's
disposition is solely at your discretion. Further, list policies are common
sense and primarily deal with how to get along with others.
Second, for my personal sales, if you don't like the price, don't buy it.
But don't offer unsolicited negative opinions as to my sales practices or
prices. If you don't think you're getting a good deal, go elsewhere. It's
not going to hurt my feelings in the slightest. Until this weekend, the
sales I offered to the list consisted of items I had upgraded or decided I
didn't use. The were priced accordingly, and to my knowledge, everyone has
been completely happy with their purchases, and some have told me that I
charged too little for what they received.
I'd appreciate feedback from the saner members of the list on this -- the
price for the aforementioned 24/2.8 is $170. This includes a lens that's
perfect in every way I know how to check, the OM shade, the OM case, front &
rear OM caps, beat up UV filter, shipping in the US, and a two week
no-questions-asked return policy. The price itself is $1 more than Skip
William's eBay average price for this lens (thanks Skip!). The listee
bonuses include a) a superb-condition lens accurately described and with all
accessories, some of which are a bit hard to find, b) purchase from someone
they "know" as well as can be expected through the internet, c) a two week
return period without questions, and d) free shipping (not much, but every
little bit...). While you could possibly get this same deal through eBay,
you'd wait a while for it, I imagine.
Sorry for the long OT stuff -- jes' had to get this out.
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Thanks,
Dave
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