TK471 Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Never thought it would happen to me, but after 6 years and dozens of transactions, I've been ripped off. Texts, emails an PMs ignored by Strangelove. We agreed to trade, his modded Rolex LV for my modded Pam 40. He provided a bogus tracking number and won't respond. Anybody know this guy? He's essentially stolen $600 from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrboombasteke Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Was he a member on here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Yes. He's a member here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 How do you know him/her? They haven't been on the forum for very long and have zero posts. I will be happy to try and help you with this TK, but I hate to say that I think it was foolish to do such a trade with someone who has zero posts and limited time here on the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrboombasteke Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Never thought it would happen to me, but after 6 years and dozens of transactions, I've been ripped off. Texts, emails an PMs ignored by Strangelove. We agreed to trade, his modded Rolex LV for my modded Pam 40. He provided a bogus tracking number and won't respond. Anybody know this guy? He's essentially stolen $600 from me. This guy???? http://www.rwgforum.com/user/31624-dr-strangelove/ He's got ZERO posts!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 Yeah. You're all right. Just never happened to me before. I feel really stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 When I checked his profile, I misread profile views for posts. Just a damn rookie mistake. Oh well, if you're going to be dumb, you better be tough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted May 23, 2011 Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 When I checked his profile, I misread profile views for posts. Just a damn rookie mistake. Oh well, if you're going to be dumb, you better be tough. It's happened to the best of us many, many times! Don't beat yourself up too badly over it. I'll take this to the admin team to look into. Did this come from a sales thread or anything? Why don't you PM me the details? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2011 PM sent. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad1980 Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 Those bastards got us AGAIN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 LOL. It keeps getting worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 How long has it been since you sent your Pam to Nigeria ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 It didn't go to Nigeria. Went to Mexico City. A lot of people don't list their actual locations, so it didn't send up a red flag. I at least never would send something to Nigeria. So, I got that going for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wat44 Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 (edited) sad to hear - but you have his address... Edited May 24, 2011 by wat44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 Straight up trade. Kids, learn from uncle TK. He's a little slow...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wat44 Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 I have had an idea for a while - but the folks at other fora wont hear of it - I call it the trusted buyers program any interest? the idea is that one can only be a "trusted buyer" if someone will personally vouch for you imagine a system where after linked-in, a seller could have a "web" of supporters all personally vouched for... so, say a seller sells to a trusted buyer - and WORST case scenario--- he scams the buyer ( I repeat unlikely because of the system of trust, but lets play along). say there are 100 people in the web of trust - they would all have to $2 gift paypal to the scammed seller (seller would have to be in the trusted buyer list for eligibilty into this insurance arrangement) what do you guys think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhooq Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 what do you guys think? I think that's how World War I started! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wat44 Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 I thought a Duke was assasinated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chronoluvvv Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 It didn't go to Nigeria. Went to Mexico City. A lot of people don't list their actual locations, so it didn't send up a red flag. I at least never would send something to Nigeria. So, I got that going for me. fine, how long has it been since you shipped it ? there might still be a chance for you to intercept the package Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuDro Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 Wasn't there a long time member with a similar member name? Perhaps that threw you off as well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 fine, how long has it been since you shipped it ? there might still be a chance for you to intercept the package My good tracking says my 40 has departed the states, which means it can no longer be intercepted. I think that it's just a costly mistake. I love this forum, and really value the friendships that I've made. Real friends. I won't let this put me off. Plus, I've got a really nice BK sub-c in the way in a month or so. Those of you that have been so great over the years, thanks. This guy won't spoil it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrboombasteke Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 As a general rule, I only buy from people who have feedback. Yes, we all had zero feedback at some point, but I feel that noobs (like me) need to purchase something before selling or trading in order to get feedback for any future transaction. There is no real mechanism for verification of one's identity (should a sale go south) if no transaction has been made prior to this. One needs to donate to the board, purchase from another member or list references of trusted members they've dealt with. When I break this rule (and sometimes I do), I know I'm taking a calculated risk and it's one I'm willing to walk away from if I get burned. Sh*t happens. We've all been scammed before but it makes us all the wiser! On that note, if you've had a transaction with me, please give me feedback. You know who you are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK471 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 As a general rule, I only buy from people who have feedback. Yes, we all had zero feedback at some point, but I feel that noobs (like me) need to purchase something before selling or trading in order to get feedback for any future transaction. There is no real mechanism for verification of one's identity (should a sale go south) if no transaction has been made prior to this. One needs to donate to the board, purchase from another member or list references of trusted members they've dealt with. When I break this rule (and sometimes I do), I know I'm taking a calculated risk and it's one I'm willing to walk away from if I get burned. Sh*t happens. We've all been scammed before but it makes us all the wiser! On that note, if you've had a transaction with me, please give me feedback. You know who you are! I think all of that is great advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cib0rgman Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 I have rule of not buying watches from people that I do not know. and I will not trade anything with anybody unless I have a dealt with the person before and feel confident that there is not doubts on that person, check his posts and how long it has been in the forum. Trading stuff is really difficult specially if you sent something out of the country will never do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwatch Posted May 24, 2011 Report Share Posted May 24, 2011 Trading is fine, but I suggest that you use a third party as a sort of escrow service. Each member of the trade sends it to someone they trust. When both watches arrive, then he/she ships the traded watches to each person. It's more complicated for sure, but it definitely saves people from scams like this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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