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txdiver
08-27-2008, 12:05 AM
Well, I hate to post this but I feel that the members of this forum are entitled to know that certain individuals are not necessarily to be trusted when it comes to sales transactions.

A few month ago I responded to an ad selling an almost new DUI 400g undergarment. After numerous posts and pm's without response, the seller repeated his post. A moderator pointed this out and finally communication is established, numbers exchanged and all seems well.

The only odd part of the transaction was that the seller did not have a PayPay account and really preferred a money order. It really does not take a lot to open such an account these days...
Well, I agreed and the deal was consumated. I received the undergarment in the condition and shape it was advertised. During a phone conversation the seller stated that he had the same undergarment in the 200g version but it was not for sale yet. I indicated interest and told the seller to give me ca call if and when he was ready to sell it.

A couple of weeks later the phone rang and the seller informed me that he was willing to part from the undergarment as well. Again, I got a money order and sent it off.

Well, here is were it gets funny. The undergarment I received was an ancient (not black and blue) DUI 200g in Custom XL instead of L like the first one. It looked (and smelled) more like a dog blanket (the dog most likely was an avid smoker as well) and had a hole in the front. Needless to say, I contacted the seller and told him that this was not the deal we had. Unfortunately, I never heard from Richard Hicks (screen name RH), the seller, again. I pm'ed, emailed and called. No response. I decided to return the undergarment with a letter requesting my money back and sent it off to Central Florida - its original home. The delivery confirmation assured me it got there. Still no response to this day. Obviously, Richard Hicks thought it was OK to keep the $150 and blow me off. So, if you consider dealing with the guy, think again!

I hope that this post does not violate Rule #6 as I tried to remain as polite as possible considering that Richard Hicks just stole $150 from me.

Reddiver
08-27-2008, 05:44 AM
That is just wrong. I hope you get your money back.

stairman
08-27-2008, 05:10 PM
Im sure he'll be on here soon and we can hear his side of the story.

txdiver
08-27-2008, 08:21 PM
Sure would be nice - maybe even accompanied by a check with my name on it.

txdiver
09-02-2008, 11:23 PM
Well, obviously Richard Hicks did not reply unlike some predicted. Well, what can I say - watch out who you deal with...

Andy

Diverlee
09-03-2008, 04:30 AM
Sorry to hear that. I had the same problem with Aaagogo (REN). I sent the money and never received the goods or a refund and now no reply to emails. You would think you could trust fellow cave divers. It is kind of scary. We trust each other with our lives.
Hope you get your money back, good luck.

stairman
09-03-2008, 06:16 AM
Heres a radical idea.Members of the CDF who sells stuff and screws someone in the process should have to give their defense,a refund and appology or get kicked off the forum.RH and Aaagogo,your being called out!

FW
09-03-2008, 07:10 AM
Heres a radical idea.Members of the CDF who sells stuff and screws someone in the process should have to give their defense,a refund and appology or get kicked off the forum.RH and Aaagogo,your being called out!
Not much point in kicking them off, neither one has logged in recently.

inkdiver
09-03-2008, 07:22 AM
Sadly, I don't think you've got much of a chance of seeing anything from RH. You aren't the first person that he's screwed. Although I hear he does respond if you take him to small claims court.

Wizard
09-03-2008, 08:19 AM
Forrest, go ahead and ban him for grins and giggles. :smt079

FW
09-03-2008, 10:53 AM
Forrest, go ahead and ban him for grins and giggles. :smt079
The main reason I haven't banned any suspect from the gear forum, it to give them a chance to redeem themselves.

Puttzer
09-03-2008, 12:47 PM
Paypal may be expensive but it really comes in handy for these situations.

I just got a $340 refund from Paypal because a seller sold me goods not in as stated condition on an Ebay sale.

underwaterjedi
09-03-2008, 04:24 PM
Paypal may be expensive but it really comes in handy for these situations.

I just got a $340 refund from Paypal because a seller sold me goods not in as stated condition on an Ebay sale.

I'm not 100% sure, but I don't think paypal insurance works outside of ebay. Paypal is owned by ebay so it's all about promoting ebay transactions and helping buyers feel safe using ebay. It really sucks that someone on here would be willing sell out a fellow cave diver.

cavediver256
09-03-2008, 10:02 PM
I have to agree, this is very sad. A man/woman is only as good as their word. I don't care if they have millions in the bank, and huge house and hundreds of shiny new cars, if that person is a liar, cheat or thief, they are not worth a damn in my book!!!!

txdiver I am sorry for your loss brother, but consider it an investment....now you know not to waste another penny with this guy. One thing you have in your corner is karma. This crap has a way of coming full circle....just sit back, wait, and enjoy !!!!

RH
09-03-2008, 11:32 PM
Things have been crazy money order on the way as for you other ****s if you have a problem with me take it up with me I'll be in north fla sep 11to the 14 if any of you got the balls introduce yourself to me if you know me so ****ing well.

txdiver
09-04-2008, 12:30 AM
Richard,

Thank you very much for doing the right thing. I understand that life sometimes gets very hectic. I still would have likes an acknowledgment of my phone calls, emails and pm's. But that really is water under the bridge...

It is nice to see that members of this boards respond to situations like this. The other member that was mentioned should rectify his wrong-doings as well. We are a small community that should stand above the rest...

Thanks to everybody that voiced their opinions and commented on the situation. It would be my wish that we all would not have to make these posts and respond/defend/accuse to/ourselves/others.

Andy

FW
09-04-2008, 05:47 AM
The main reason I haven't banned any suspect from the gear forum, is to give them a chance to redeem themselves.

:-D

Puttzer
09-04-2008, 11:51 AM
Things have been crazy money order on the way as for you other ****s if you have a problem with me take it up with me I'll be in north fla sep 11to the 14 if any of you got the balls introduce yourself to me if you know me so ****ing well.

Geeze Luise....

Is this forum the best place to bring out such business problems?
Lots of finger pointing and I wonder if we really know what the heck has happened.

May I be the first to suggest we have a separate place to make personal complaints about other divers?

Slüdge
09-04-2008, 12:21 PM
May I be the first to suggest we have a separate place to make personal complaints about other divers?

We already have one. It's called The Deco Stop. :roll:

nic160
09-04-2008, 04:35 PM
"RH" I thought you guys were talking about Rick Hartman, He sold me the nicest bridge the other day.......... Can't wait to go see it..........

stairman
09-04-2008, 05:55 PM
Things have been crazy money order on the way as for you other ****s if you have a problem with me take it up with me I'll be in north fla sep 11to the 14 if any of you got the balls introduce yourself to me if you know me so ****ing well. I dont know if I offended you or not,but Ill damn sure introduce myself.I have never and will never hide behind a keyboard.

BgDadddy
09-04-2008, 09:04 PM
"RH" I thought you guys were talking about Rick Hartman, He sold me the nicest bridge the other day.......... Can't wait to go see it..........


Shhh... I sold 3 other people that same bridge!!