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Condition lousy

I isitmintMember
What is in peoples head when they describe something as "good condition" when it has rust? "Excellent condition" when it is maby fair? "Mint condition" just because it has the original (bet up) box? Has any body ever heard of a dictionary? Do people know what a lie is? Then when they attack you as being hostile and verbally abusive--because you dare to disagree with the stated condition--negative feedback all around. Why is not the feedback forum just that? Instead of a joke? More people need to leave neutral feedback, or go ahead and leave negative feedback when they deserve it.
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I isitmintMember
The best way to describe something is with high quality pictures...or, state clearly that when you say "mint" it means it is in the condition it was in when it was first made (minted). Then you can go on to describe why it is not quite mint..."unused or abused, but item has yellowed (not faded) over the years". Or, everything is like new--but of course the rubber seals have dried out, and the moving parts are in need of lubrication." Or, it looks like brand new, with no fading or other problems, except it is quite brittle now.
G gardengnomeMember
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But, upon seeing her home, I am sure it was pristine to her! In the eyes of the beholder!


Perzackly, Mrs. M. And therefore all descriptions should be taken with a pinch (or a lorry-load) of salt!

I prefer to believe that most people try to be accurate in their descriptions but, outside my speciality, I might not be any better than these.

GG
rickrickMember
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There are also times when the item is in better condition than described, and that's always a nice surprise. Smile

One seller told me that she deliberately describes her items (books) as being in worse shape than they actually are so her customers will be happy and she'll get positive feedback.
Those ARE the exception, but it has happened to me with a couple of sellers. Those sellers became my favorites, and always willing to spend more with them. So, one might make an argument that it’s more profitable to do this – at least with something that has repeat customers such as collectables.
falcongalfalcongalMember
When it's in better condition than described I like to mention that in their feedback. It lets other people know that the seller didn't try to misrepresent the item. They become my favorites, too. Smile

I agree that most people probably do try to be accurate in their descriptions. Unfortunately, it's the few who don't who are more likely to be remembered.

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