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Tools · 12 March 2010, 01:13 PM

It seems that daily we are getting first time posters who describe their watch in detail.... some almost already look like an ad..

They want to sell it, but just want a value, or "how do I get the best price", or "what should I do with it".. and on and on....

In many cases, the ploy is simple........ get interest in the watch, and get pm's with offers, bypassing the TRF For Sale Boards and it's rules..

We have had more than one member on TRF defrauded by these Johnny-come-latelys...

Sometimes we let them ride for a few posts until the information is given (value), and other times it is so egregious, we pull them right away...

It's for the protection of TRF members, and also for our TRF sellers who do follow the rules. It is patently wrong to let these first posters push their watch on the main board while the members have to stay on the For Sale Boards...

But further...... with absolutely no background, you may fall victim to a slick conman.......... it's happened before...

............

karmatp · 12 March 2010, 01:24 PM

Wow Larry, I had no idea this garbage was even going on. Thanks for watching our back, great job to all the mods.

sleddog · 12 March 2010, 01:29 PM

Larry,I'm glad you aired this.....Maybe some new rules of of a longer membership period and more posts would help a little!!!

But I do see where you're comming from...We have one at this very minute that you have already addressed!

Yazo · 12 March 2010, 01:30 PM

I hate these Johnny-come-latelys

snow_rocks · 12 March 2010, 01:33 PM

This should be a Sticky!

nauticajoe · 12 March 2010, 01:38 PM

Thanks Larry! Appreciate the good work!!

Poom · 12 March 2010, 01:40 PM

good webmaster!

htc8p · 12 March 2010, 01:44 PM

these suspicious posts (AD dirty tactics) cannot be tolerated.

we really shouldnt discuss prices in these forums.

i commend your dedication Mr. Tools!

bandityo · 12 March 2010, 01:47 PM

dont be so mean to johnny!

lol

David

ocwatching · 12 March 2010, 01:50 PM

Larry..sharp eyes and THANK YOU!

JUSTROLEXES · 12 March 2010, 02:02 PM

Thanks Larry for all the effort you guys put to make TRF the best place to be.

jets · 12 March 2010, 02:08 PM

Thanks Larry. Some people suck.

sea-dweller · 12 March 2010, 02:09 PM

Thanks for the info, Larry.

Singslinger · 12 March 2010, 02:17 PM

Thanks for the heads-up and for watching out for members. It never occured to me that any of these posts could be anything more than requests for help, but now that you point it out, it's good to know that there could be a hidden agenda.

onkyo · 12 March 2010, 02:21 PM

A common ploy seen frequently here.... and known tactic by scammers.

Thanks for the post Larry!

Mike B · 12 March 2010, 02:21 PM

Larry, I agree 100%. It seems like we're getting a lot of them lately :(

paverman · 12 March 2010, 02:23 PM

Great observation. I understand the problem, but wonder if just having more posts is "the" answer to the problem. For example, I don't have a large number of posts, but am on this forum almost every night for hours reading and absorbing so I do consider myself a member, just not acummulating the posting numbers. Since I've been a buyer, not a seller, it hasn't presented a problem for me,though. As I've seen posted on this forum by many, "Buy the Seller" and you won't go wrong. I guess we all have to learn that lesson at some point or another, unfortunatly, some learn the hard way.

Happy "watching" all.

Ken

Big Willie · 12 March 2010, 02:25 PM

Good to see the mods are on top of this.

Tools · 12 March 2010, 02:28 PM

Having more posts is not the answer, of course..

But, demonstrating a commitment to the Forum and recognising and abiding by the rules and guidelines goes a long way... as a Forum, we simply do not need any sales or attempts to sell on the Discussion Board - our mission is to inform and to enjoy a common interest; not to sell anybodies watch...

I'm sure that we do make some errors and deep six some reasonable requests..but, we do need to be consistent in application and diligence.........

jtrader · 12 March 2010, 02:31 PM

Yea I had no idea this was going on either. Very goo that there watching out for the members here. Makes me feel more comfortable with potential buys.

Atl · 12 March 2010, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by snow_rocks

This should be a Sticky!

Agreed!

Speed · 12 March 2010, 02:41 PM

Here, here Larry.

But as Paverman says, let's also beware of the folks who build a ton of posts in a short time with non-sequiter comments / ignoring the OPs question and offering a simple "Welcome" or "Nice Watch"

phiengin · 12 March 2010, 02:44 PM

Thank you, Mod!

Safetrends · 12 March 2010, 02:47 PM

Thanks Larry,we will keep our eyes open!

Boopie · 12 March 2010, 02:53 PM

I also thank you for this information.

looking to buy · 12 March 2010, 02:58 PM

Thanks a lot Larry. I had no idea

Fearsome Puppy · 12 March 2010, 03:14 PM

Thanks for the heads up. As a nebie certainly good to know.

JJ Irani · 12 March 2010, 04:37 PM

Some nice words of cautionary wisdom, Larry.........thanks!!

bodybump · 12 March 2010, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atl

Agreed!

3RD THAT!!!!

ParisDakarBmw · 12 March 2010, 04:43 PM

Good advice!

12 March 2010, 01:13 PM	#1
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	Protecting TRF Members.. It seems that daily we are getting first time posters who describe their watch in detail.... some almost already look like an ad.. They want to sell it, but just want a value, or "how do I get the best price", or "what should I do with it".. and on and on.... In many cases, the ploy is simple........ get interest in the watch, and get pm's with offers, bypassing the TRF For Sale Boards and it's rules.. We have had more than one member on TRF defrauded by these Johnny-come-latelys... Sometimes we let them ride for a few posts until the information is given (value), and other times it is so egregious, we pull them right away... It's for the protection of TRF members, and also for our TRF sellers who do follow the rules. It is patently wrong to let these first posters push their watch on the main board while the members have to stay on the For Sale Boards... But further...... with absolutely no background, you may fall victim to a slick conman.......... it's happened before... ............ __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 March 2010, 01:24 PM	#2
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Wow Larry, I had no idea this garbage was even going on. Thanks for watching our back, great job to all the mods. __________________ My grails:

12 March 2010, 01:29 PM	#3
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,930	Larry,I'm glad you aired this.....Maybe some new rules of of a longer membership period and more posts would help a little!!! But I do see where you're comming from...We have one at this very minute that you have already addressed! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

12 March 2010, 01:47 PM	#9
bandityo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Chattanooga Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 129	dont be so mean to johnny! lol David __________________ Rolex F Submariner Date

12 March 2010, 01:50 PM	#10
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Larry..sharp eyes and THANK YOU! __________________ too much into watches...

12 March 2010, 01:30 PM	#4
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	I hate these Johnny-come-latelys

12 March 2010, 01:33 PM	#5
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	This should be a Sticky!

12 March 2010, 01:38 PM	#6
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Thanks Larry! Appreciate the good work!!

12 March 2010, 01:40 PM	#7
Poom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 349	good webmaster!

12 March 2010, 01:44 PM	#8
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	these suspicious posts (AD dirty tactics) cannot be tolerated. we really shouldnt discuss prices in these forums. i commend your dedication Mr. Tools!

12 March 2010, 02:02 PM	#11
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 51,002	Thanks Larry for all the effort you guys put to make TRF the best place to be. __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

12 March 2010, 02:08 PM	#12
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,483	Thanks Larry. Some people suck. __________________ ♛ DJII 116234 · Submariner 126610LV · Yacht Master 42 226659 ✿ Pelagos 25600TN Ω X-33 Speedmaster Skywalker · 1861 Speedmaster Modsukoshi · SMP 2254.50 · SMP 2230.50 NAC · Seamaster 300 166.0324 · Genève 162.037 Seiko SLA033 Willard · SKX007

12 March 2010, 02:09 PM	#13
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Thanks for the info, Larry. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

12 March 2010, 02:17 PM	#14
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Thanks for the heads-up and for watching out for members. It never occured to me that any of these posts could be anything more than requests for help, but now that you point it out, it's good to know that there could be a hidden agenda.

12 March 2010, 02:21 PM	#15
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	A common ploy seen frequently here.... and known tactic by scammers. Thanks for the post Larry!

12 March 2010, 02:21 PM	#16
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	Larry, I agree 100%. It seems like we're getting a lot of them lately :(

12 March 2010, 02:23 PM	#17
paverman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Ken Location: Illinois Watch: Too many Posts: 2,870	Great observation. I understand the problem, but wonder if just having more posts is "the" answer to the problem. For example, I don't have a large number of posts, but am on this forum almost every night for hours reading and absorbing so I do consider myself a member, just not acummulating the posting numbers. Since I've been a buyer, not a seller, it hasn't presented a problem for me,though. As I've seen posted on this forum by many, "Buy the Seller" and you won't go wrong. I guess we all have to learn that lesson at some point or another, unfortunatly, some learn the hard way. Happy "watching" all. Ken

12 March 2010, 02:25 PM	#18
Big Willie "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Submariner 5513 Posts: 25	Good to see the mods are on top of this.

12 March 2010, 02:28 PM	#19
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,494	Having more posts is not the answer, of course.. But, demonstrating a commitment to the Forum and recognising and abiding by the rules and guidelines goes a long way... as a Forum, we simply do not need any sales or attempts to sell on the Discussion Board - our mission is to inform and to enjoy a common interest; not to sell anybodies watch... I'm sure that we do make some errors and deep six some reasonable requests..but, we do need to be consistent in application and diligence......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 March 2010, 02:31 PM	#20
jtrader "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Jon Location: seattle Watch: Rolex GMT BLNR Posts: 301	Yea I had no idea this was going on either. Very goo that there watching out for the members here. Makes me feel more comfortable with potential buys.

12 March 2010, 02:41 PM	#22
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Here, here Larry. But as Paverman says, let's also beware of the folks who build a ton of posts in a short time with non-sequiter comments / ignoring the OPs question and offering a simple "Welcome" or "Nice Watch"

12 March 2010, 02:44 PM	#23
phiengin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California Watch: 1680, 1675 Posts: 343	Thank you, Mod!

12 March 2010, 02:47 PM	#24
Safetrends Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: David Walz Location: San Diego CA USA Watch: my hand. :) Posts: 9,156	Thanks Larry,we will keep our eyes open!

12 March 2010, 02:53 PM	#25
Boopie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Beverly Hills, CA Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 3,942	I also thank you for this information.

12 March 2010, 02:58 PM	#26
looking to buy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Paradise CA Posts: 920	Thanks a lot Larry. I had no idea __________________ 16610 Submariner - 116710 GMT II C - 16570 Explorer II - 126710BLRO GMT II (Pepsi) - 116300 Datejust II

12 March 2010, 03:14 PM	#27
Fearsome Puppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Kevin Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SD4K Posts: 880	Thanks for the heads up. As a nebie certainly good to know. __________________ Lange 1815 Chrono, AP ROO 26470ST, RO 26230ST, Rolex 216570 (w), 116600, 116520 (w), IWC XV, PAM 366, 420, Omega 311.30.42.30.01.005, Seiko SKX007J, Apple Watch, a bunch of G-Shocks -------------------------------------------------------------

12 March 2010, 04:37 PM	#28
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Some nice words of cautionary wisdom, Larry.........thanks!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

12 March 2010, 04:43 PM	#30
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Good advice!

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