Seems that there have been a higher than usual number of individual scams lately...
Not just here on RWG but on all the boards...
The common thread I've been noticing is that they're being perpetrated by newer members...
Watching one closely right now that isn't looking very good by a guy that just joined the forum in December...
Please use common sense when trading and buying...
Also, don't hesitate to vet the member...
If they're not willing to let you vet them, then walk away from the transaction...
When we vet high dollar transaction requests, here are the things we look at ~
Verify home address & telephone number [both of these should be in the their name]Check references [don't just ask for them, but actually talk to the peeps via PM]Get their eBay ID and review their feedback - then send them a message via eBay to confirm it's themAsk for other forum ID's and check them out - like TZ, etc...
Don't be taken...
Be smart...
"Caveat Emptor" - Let the buyer beware
Double T