Trad Gang
Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: Dale in Pa on May 12, 2013, 09:13:00 AM
-
I've bought,sold and traded a lot of bows over the years.When I list a bow for sale I try and describe it honestly and will e-mail pics to anyone interested.
What gets me is the number of people asking for pics that have no intention of buying.I send pics and either get no reply,or get a message saying that the bow looks really nice,period.
If the bow looks good and they make no offer I can only assume they are only window shopping.In many cases,they can get better pics off of the bowyers website.What say you sellers,do you all have similar experiences?
-
That is why I try to show a pic or two of every bow I list. Hopefully, it will be enough for the looky loos and only interested parties will ask for more.
The thing that kills me is the ridiculously low offers. At least offer half of what I am asking...
-
Don't brick and mortar sellers get the same thing? I think what you are saying is you don't care for the sales process. A lot of people don't.... But it goes with the territory.
Have you hung up on a telemarketer or gone to HD or Lowes and looked at something asked a question then walked away without buying anything?
-
Or they could be like me that have just enough for a new bow and are looking for just the right one to drop a dime on. If there is no pic I have asked for some and it turns out not to be what I am looking for. Being polite will return with a positive reply.
-
I understand if somebody doesn't know what a particular bow looks like and after seeing pics decides that it's not for them,but in many cases it's a popular bow with pics available.
-
Like Ray said, goes with the territory.
Try not to get too annoyed, some guys cant afford the bow and want to drool on it. Sometimes they forward to friends...I have made several sales this way.
-
I'm somewhat guilty........ If I see something that unique or different I may ask for photos with no intention of buying. "BUT"......I have done that and said holy cow I gott'a try that or something similar and next thing it's on it's way to my house. I guess it's part of the process... :dunno: I fact it happened last week!.....LOL!
-
What Ray said, it is part of the process. Seems to me by not posting pictures you are inviting/seeking the looky-lou's. Take the time and post pictures and most of the "tire kickers" are filtered out.
-
Easier and quicker just to post pics of of the bow to begin with. Kinda wish it was a rule.
-
I always ask for pix if I'm considering buying. Pix give some idea of condition. And, of course, you can usually tell the woods used in the bow from good pix, particularly the lamination material. Many sellers tend to be a bit overly enthusiastic on condition and may not know the wood combinations of the bows they're selling. I always respond to the seller and thank him/her for the pix, but I usually don't explain why I'm not purchasing.
-
Any bow seller has experienced that. I stopped putting "more pics available on request"(on my listings). My listings have pictures.
Having said that, I've had literally NO bad experiences buying and selling bows(100+) here or elsewhere.
-
Originally posted by Walt Francis:
What Ray said, it is part of the process. Seems to me by not posting pictures you are inviting/seeking the looky-lou's. Take the time and post pictures and most of the "tire kickers" are filtered out.
X2
-
Originally posted by subsonic:
That is why I try to show a pic or two of every bow I list. Hopefully, it will be enough for the looky loos and only interested parties will ask for more.
X2
And the more detailed pics you post, the less you need to send more to anyone...
-
Save yourself a lot of time and post pictures. Pictures sell and also eliminate the need to send individual Emails for most lookers.
-
No one's fault but, how about when I asked for pics to be sent to my e-mail on a bow I wanted to BUY, and I never got them and then after a few other people posted up about the bow, the seller posts up that it's sold, and I never got a chance at the bow !, I don't blame the seller, it happens !
When I sell something on here, I try my best to do it on a first come first come bases.
-
Posting photos in the listing will take care of this nuisance. If we're technologically adept enough to be members of Tradgang, and email requested photos, posting a photo to classifieds must be possible.
-
It's "Bow Porn". Just the alure of what it looks like gets guys to ask for pictures. Save yourself the time, and list the pictures in the add. Let the window lookers get their fix, and the serious buyers will ask the questions.
-
Originally posted by Walt Francis:
What Ray said, it is part of the process. Seems to me by not posting pictures you are inviting/seeking the looky-lou's. Take the time and post pictures and most of the "tire kickers" are filtered out.
X3 on what Ray and Walt said!
As easy as it is to post pics here on TG now......
I too have bought and sold quite a lot on TG and always post pics (does really seem to help / I don't get "tire kickers") and if there are no pics posted for a item I don't bother pursuing it any further.
-
Everyone has great responses here....
What I don't understand. Ever... Is when people post something for sale and DON'T attach a photo. I don't even consider a purchase without seeing the product. In my case when I sell or trade a bow. I put the best pictures I can take in the ad... It's really what sells the bow! Again I wouldn't get hurt if people ask for pics and just give you a dead end response or no response at all. They just wanna see what's out there!
-
Originally posted by chase perry:
Posting photos in the listing will take care of this nuisance. If we're technologically adept enough to be members of Tradgang, and email requested photos, posting a photo to classifieds must be possible.
Exactly what I was thinking. I don't ask if I am not interested, and I do get pics of a lot of bows I pass on. Often I just don't like the look. Do you want me to tel you I think your bow is ugly? I usually just say I will think on out our out is not what I am looking for. Honestly at times the a bow is close to what I want but not exactly maybe the weight, length, our maybe grip I want, but if she pleases my eye I can't resist. I see the pics at times and can pass.
Many times I see something in the pics not noted in the add. Lack of detail info including pics will lead to lots of questions and photo requests from people trying to figure out if it is something they want.
At times the seller thinks there is a lot of tire kicking going on while at the same time a lot of buyers are thinking they wish there was more and better detail in the add so they didn't have to waste their and your time trying it figure if it is the right bow for them. I know I see a lot of adds lacking standard info, and I have forgotten some important info in my adds also like what hand.
-
I understand where he's coming from, the least someone could do is say thank you for sending the pictures. Even if I get that phone call from a salesmen I say "No thank you" and if I go to the store and ask for help, but may not buy, I say "thank you". Momma (and the good Lord) always said treat others as you'd like to be treated. Just sayin'...
-Jeremy :coffee:
-
If you post "for sale or trade" you have to expect some questions and request for pics if you didn't post any to start with.
When I see a listing for a bow that twicks my interest I look at the full add. If there are no pics in the listing I normally move on to another listing. Adding pics can tell me pretty quick if it's something I might want.
I know not everyone has the ability to post pics due to when and where they list. Still, no pics for me means lack of need or want to sell.
As for low ball offers??? It's just part of the business. Everyone's always looking for a better deal.
I like the phrase "bow porn". :laughing:
Troy
-
As others have said - save yourself a lot of work and just post pictures. If you are not able to post pictures for some reason post the url to a site (photobucket, snapfish, etc.) where you have placed pictures so they can go look at them whenever they want.
-
More lookers than buyers they want to compare their bows with yours to see the best of the best maybe? Just a thought. Its the low ballers and you know who you areze. Some have no intention of buying just to see how low you will go.Its a game to them or they want to resell and profit off an already low price.
I'm not talking about known stand up guys on this site either who are gentilman I'm talking about others that have few posts and who knows where they come from?
Buy and selling bows come with variables and sometimes they aren't pleasurable.
I have had a few sold I thought from under me and others have PMed me that I bought from under them when I didn't have anything to do with it other than step up with the money the seller sold to me.
You have to take it as it comes that don't make it any more pleasurable.
All part of life as the world turns.
Cat
-
I build my own and will probably never buy another, but I do like to browse the classifieds just to look at pretty bows. There's lots of times that I see a bow listed I'd like to look at but there's no pics. Since I know I'm not going to buy, I don't bother the seller to request pics. So I think both lookers and sellers should do their part. Sellers should learn to post pics if they're serious about selling, and lookers shouldn't bother a seller if they know full well they are not going to buy a bow. Saves everyone time.
-
I don't have a problem with sending pics out to several people in response to an ad. I figure they are a bit more serious if they took the time to ask for pics. If they are just window shopping, fine.
But what kills me is low ballers. Offer considerably less than the asking price. I had a few recently that were pretty insulting low offers. And it seems many guys will try to get the bow for say $50 less than asking price.
I do like the fact that I see response from many of the same people I have dealt with in the past. We seem to like the same types and swap them back and forth. There are a few guys here I have bought and sold several bows from.
-
What's wrong with posting a pic in the first place?
Just wondering?
-
Not everyone is as Computer savy as the next or even have a digital camera. I have a couple of friends that post pics for me. I'm low tech, heck my phone is still on the wall!!
-
I always try to post several pics. I am always asked for an additional pic of some part of the bow that didn't show up well. It's all part of the process, posting as many informative pics as you can will weed out many of the nonbuyers.
-
As has been said, post photos in the original post and you should take care of most of this.
I also have to say, though, just because I ask for photos, doesn't mean "I'll take it."
Personally, a bow's appearance has been the deciding factor often. You may want a '86 Buick Grand National, but you certainly wouldn't buy it without seeing it. And then, the wrong appearance can kill the deal.
Just post good, detailed photos first. List all the information you have about the bow in that post. That should slow down a lot of the "window shoppers."
-
I have to agree with the bunch that says post pictures when you place the bow up. I usually don't even consider ones that don't have pictures,unless it's one I'm really interested in.
-
Don't you guys who don't like it when people offer a lower price set your price higher than you want? That way you leave yourself wiggle room. If you only want 250 then post for 300 that way you might get more than you want but, if after some haggling you knock off 50 you still have sold it for what you want and the other guy is pleased with his haggling skills ....win win I think.
-
Pictures are worth a thousand words. :D
-
If an ad interests me and I "might" buy I'll need a pic to help in the decision process. I'm always looking for anything appealing, but, if the seller doesn't take the time to post a pic or send pics, then buyer beware.
Two in the classified have my interest now and prices are good, but deciding to part with possible St. Jude's funds at this time of year it better be real good. Pics help determine if they are real good.
-
OK,you guys have convinced me. I'm not too computer savvy,but with some help I've started a Photobucket album and posted pics on my ads.
-
Sometimes lack of pictures doesn't bother me as I am familiar with any of the bows I might be interested in. That said, I will want to see some if I am intending to buy for sure.
I tend to set the price on one I am selling a bit high cause you have to plan for shipping expenses and buyers should remember that also. A seller has to shell out $25 or more to get the bow to you so it's not money in his pocket. I usually expect someone to haggle a bit so I plan for that.
-
Yea, it's a lot easier to post pics in the first place. I try not to ask for pics unless I am seriously interested in the item because I know it is a hassle to send out pics to each person.
I have never had a bad experience buying or selling on here.
-
posting pics - GOOD pics - with any classifieds ad is Mandatory if you want to get something noticed and sold the fastest.
if there are no pics, i will suspect one of the following ...
1. the seller doesn't know how to post images online, and/or doesn't care and/or is just plain lazy. all are dumb reasons that will guarantee a loss of traffic and interest and sales.
2. the seller is looking to hide the condition of what's being sold/traded. if no images, mostly i'll pass. however, if the item is exactly what i'm after i'll email/pm for images. i will *always* reply to the sender whence i receive the images - that's just plain good etiquette. as long as my reply is cordial, that's all that matters and it might be as short and as simple as "no thank you, sir." that's all ya gotta do.
ymmv.
-
I have sold and bought a bunch of stuff. I still cannot figure out how to put pics. with my sells.
-
Originally posted by Cecil:
I have sold and bought a bunch of stuff. I still cannot figure out how to put pics. with my sells.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=129;t=000254
-
Well put Rob
-
Getting photos up with the ad is the best thing. Once they are there, it's hard for someone who is looking for a bow not to go back and look, even if they might not have asked for photos if you hadn't posted them.
In my case, I've posted photos of bows for others who didn't know how to post them, and ended up buying the bow myself after I had made the post!
-
Originally posted by akbowbender:
Getting photos up with the ad is the best thing. Once they are there, it's hard for someone who is looking for a bow not to go back and look, even if they might not have asked for photos if you hadn't posted them.
In my case, I've posted photos of bows for others who didn't know how to post them, and ended up buying the bow myself after I had made the post!
I agree with this statement 100%
-
I have bought and sold herein and elsewhere on a few occassions and personally, I like to view the photos - recent ones if possible and that is usually the deciding factor in whether to deal or not, plus the "vibes" I get from the seller or buyer following a polite response to a request. I find it very respectful to thank the presenter and explain my reason for not buying. If the price is reasonable I look further - if I can't afford or substantiate the cost for a particular bow, then I don't look further. It's give and take and most times a successful conclusion. Yes, it can be frustrating to send photos and get no response. I prefer to include photos with the ad to lessen the frustration.
-
I always check the classifieds for bows. 90% of the time, when I don't see a pic in the posting, I back out and look at something else.
A savvy seller takes advantage of the guy who has no intention of buying, but wants to look. After all, that's how Black Widow ended up with my order for my first-ever longbow. I had no intention of buying, but there it is, on my bow rack... !
-
I prefer buying a bow looking at pics OF THAT BOW...not the boywers pics. I want to know what kind of use its been through..damage, etc. I've bought and sold a few bows over the years and I refuse to budge on this!
I dont go to a big named car makers webpage to view the car when I'm buying it from a used car lot!
I've also been hosed on here and other sites! I want to know the sellers up front and honest. It hasnt happened in a long time now.
Its also hard when you get PMs..emails and posts, whose first. I prefer the emails as I dont view this page much anymore though people have a tendancy to miss that point...or the "I'm out of town for the next 3 weeks".
If it sells so be it..if I miss something I cant live without so be it, there will be more! I've met a ton of great people over the years buying and selling and am greatful for it! Afterall you never know the next guy who emails you to buy your bow might be hooking you up with a moose hunt down the road!
-
I have bought bows with just a description of the bow via phone call or PM. I can take someones word on what it is. Maybe we all need to have a bit of faith in each other. I also research the bow before hand....but I don't Have to see a photo. Photos may make up my mind quicker but it isn't always necessary.
-
Originally posted by The Vanilla Gorilla:
Easier and quicker just to post pics of of the bow to begin with. Kinda wish it was a rule.
Yup. I know for me, the classifieds are a way to educate myself on the different types of bows available. I like pictures and it's annoying to see sales threads packed full of "pictures sent to...." Just post photos in the thread and you'll save yourself all that time e-mailing them person by person.
-
I have played around here on Tradgang for years getting in and out of Bows to find the ones that are right for me. The ones that have not been good for me have proven to be goto bows for someone in some cases.
Tire Kickers come with selling. If they are kicking your tires you have them in your sales arena.
I agree with posting pics with ad. It either attracts more interest or satisfies the lookers. Unless you know alot about bows and even if you do, a picture can tell you alot about a bow. Many people that know how to post pics sometimes volunteer with their "phone/email to photobucket to TG" expertise and will post for you. That is the kind of team spirit I am talking about!! Most people here in classifieds are trying to get in and out of bows/equip to find the right stuff.
The problem I have on any site is when pictures are asked for, that when they are sent there is absolutely NO follow up like, Thank you, not what I was looking for, is that your best price, I need close ups of grip ETC. It leaves ya wondering with no input like if your price is to high, or what exactly would take to get bow in someones hands. They were interested RIGHT?
Since I have been trading, selling, and buying here for years I have seen quite a downturn of bows being traded/sold/bought. This venue is a great place to try out used bows whether they are the "exact" bow or not that you were looking for. A good example of that is guys that say if it was 2-3 pounds lighter or heavier I would get it. REALLY?? maybe if you have a physical condition,, but I will not be convinced that a persons physical capabilities are so limited as not to pull a little extra weight or shoot a lighter bow to try it to see if that is something that would work. Buying used you usually come close to getting your money back. You may have to pay some shipping. Then you can look or order exactly what you want from a Bowyer. Paying full price for something that exactly fits you is priceless!
My advice to "Tirekickers" is to not be so lazy as to not return input, especially after asking for pics. Also do not be so lazy or scared as not to try something close to what you think you would like. I have been pleasantly surprised by a bow and it's performance by trying lots of different bows.
As far as Offers if they are reasonable I take them. If not, I am not astounded by someone trying to get something cheap. Americans have been buying from China and overseas markets since the 1970's and have come to expect it. I see some common ground in between an asking price and an offer. In most cases meeting half way eliminates the sellers and buyers price issues.
Now when it come to buying custom bows and knives etc here on this site or anywhere else is the realization that most of the Bowyers and Knive makers are working in the USA and dealing with the higher costs involved vice some worker in another country making 50 cents a day and corporare America reaping the profits via CEO pay. So expect to pay a little more for their(Bowyers and Knive makers) services.
Support the classifieds and sponsors here and be respectful of their efforts.
-
I've sold several bows here in the classifieds. I always post pictures.
1. 'A picture is worth a thousand words'. I figure they can't hurt, and it lets the buyer see exactly what I have for sale.
2. Yep, there are lots of tire kickers out there; but it goes with the territory. It is hard for me to believe that every inquiry will result in a sale.
3. Lower offers do not offend me; after all, it is me that makes the decision whether to lower the selling price. If I don't like the offer, I can always decline.
4. The first offer that is acceptable gets the bow. I have had offers as close as 30 minutes apart. The quicker you edit the post to SPF the better.
-
Personally, I can't figure out why someone would even THINK of posting something for sale and not post pix. I for one won't even consider it unless I can see it. What are we all thinking here ?
ChuckC
-
That's right Chuck. And if I am buying a used bow for $200 to $800. I want to see it.
-
I post a couple, but don't have a good camera or plan to buy one - just not a picture guy. I do offer to take it back with a full refund if it is not as I describe. If that is not good enough for a potential buyer, I'll just wait for one who accepts that.
-
Originally posted by Dale in Pa:
I've bought,sold and traded a lot of bows over the years.When I list a bow for sale I try and describe it honestly and will e-mail pics to anyone interested.
What gets me is the number of people asking for pics that have no intention of buying.I send pics and either get no reply,or get a message saying that the bow looks really nice,period.
If the bow looks good and they make no offer I can only assume they are only window shopping.In many cases,they can get better pics off of the bowyers website.What say you sellers,do you all have similar experiences?
Dale, I get annoyed with this too, but in the end, there is no way to prevent/police it except to put pictures in the ad right from the get go..I have found that if there are at least one or two GOOD pictures in the ad, then the odds that a PM or email will come in with a good faith offer or request to purchase. BELIEVE me when I say that its probably the best here on our site. Its way worse over on AT, where not only do you get lots more window shoppers, but LOTS more ridiculous lowball offers...dont' get me wrong we're all guilty of a little hard haggling now and then, and it can be fun going tit for tat...I'm not talking $375 as an early offer on a $500 priced bow, that's still about within reason, I'm talking like $200 for a $400 dollar bow, or even worse! TG is definitely the classiest/most honorable seeming classifieds among the bow sites, followed perhaps by TTalk. I mean sometimes people, even me, need to see a good bunch of pics to really be pushed over the edge to plunk down the cash, but like you said, it would help if people just looked on bowyer websites for a preview and REALLY think about if they even want a particular make/model before bothering the seller..I know the email/photobucket/pic process can be tedious.
In the end it is what it is. The best advice is not to indulge the same person more than once or twice max. It has happened to me more than once, and I have an eye for the screennames that tend to ask for pics with no return, not even a haggle. Good luck and definitely consider that including pics right from the beginning will help weed out the window shoppers early on.
-Chuck
Oh and PS on all of the following by Kat:
"I've sold several bows here in the classifieds. I always post pictures.
1. 'A picture is worth a thousand words'. I figure they can't hurt, and it lets the buyer see exactly what I have for sale.
2. Yep, there are lots of tire kickers out there; but it goes with the territory. It is hard for me to believe that every inquiry will result in a sale.
3. Lower offers do not offend me; after all, it is me that makes the decision whether to lower the selling price. If I don't like the offer, I can always decline.
4. The first offer that is acceptable gets the bow. I have had offers as close as 30 minutes apart. The quicker you edit the post to SPF the better.
"
Double PS:
HUGE +1 on what Kimba (Lonewolf73) said!!
-
Excuse please. . . "bothering the seller" ?
huh
ChuckC
-
Originally posted by LoneWolf73:
.....
The problem I have on this site is when pictures are asked for, that when they are sent there is absolutely NO follow up like, Thank you, not what I was looking for, is that your best price, I need close ups of grip ETC. It leaves ya wondering with no input like if your price is to high, or what exactly would take to get bow in someones hands. They were interested RIGHT?
...
i take exception to your above statement. why is this matter (ad images and follow ups) a "problem with this site"? you don't find this a problem with "other sites"? this is just a trad gang issue that you see?
in any event, the trad gang classifieds is NOT the focal point of trad gang.
-
Originally posted by Rob DiStefano:
Originally posted by LoneWolf73:
.....
The problem I have on this site is when pictures are asked for, that when they are sent there is absolutely NO follow up like, Thank you, not what I was looking for, is that your best price, I need close ups of grip ETC. It leaves ya wondering with no input like if your price is to high, or what exactly would take to get bow in someones hands. They were interested RIGHT?
...
i take exception to your above statement. why is this matter (ad images and follow ups) a "problem with this site"? you don't find this a problem with "other sites"? this is just a trad gang issue that you see?
in any event, the trad gang classifieds is NOT the focal point of trad gang. [/b]
Rob, I don't think Kimba is aiming an attack at Tradgang directly, as in "i have a PROBLEM with Tradgang", he seems as faithful a TGer as any. And you are right, shopping bows is not the main idea here, just an ADJUNCT.
-
As Rob said, The Trad Gang classifieds is NOT the focal point of Tad Gang........."EXACTLY", The classifieds are just an added benefit to all the knowledge and bowhunting history that can be viewed here! :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
-
As a retired career salesman I like to haggle on items from individual sellers and I don't mind a bit when others haggle with me or make me lowball offers. It's basically a game anyway. How much does it kill you when someone offers you $200 on your $400 bow to politely say "No, but I'll take $375" and either continue to haggle or walk away from this buyer?
As far as posting pictures I find it just good salesmanship and presentation. That little step to lure the buyers to your post.
-
From the buyer's stand point, sometimes the buyer is comparing bowyers and their bows. They may like your bows, but have chosen another bowyer's bow.
-
Rob, thanks for reading every word I wrote and for taking exception to "one" of "all" those words I wrote. I did go back and change "this" to "any" as not to discriminate between Web sites.
For the one word to suggest this site was worse than any other site I apologize. This is a great site.
I only play and have fun on two sites. I realize Trad Gang classifieds is not a focal point of Trad Gang but it is a link in the chain that makes Trad Gang what it is. Just like all the Topic headings they should be the best they can be, PowWow, Events, St Judes, Classifieds, etc. I have learned so much by partaking in the classifieds. Hands on bows and equipment. Far more than any other topic except maybe PowWow.
But I still say to you Rob and any other person that if you ask me to take my time to send additional photos of gear and I get no response as indicated above.....I consider it rude and lazy(it is only a reply button in your email how tough is that?). We are here to work together for a common goals. I do not "have to" sell bows and folks do not "have to" buy them. But it sure is FUN. Except for a "few" rude and lazy folks.
Surely we can overcome those two things that make society as a whole...... weaker.
-
thanx for editing yer post, kim.
i'll say again what i already typed - it's just good manners to acknowledge the receipt of images and/or info that were requested of a seller.
the most we can do is moderate topics and posts, not the offsite actions of anyone.
-
Originally posted by Jakeemt:
Don't you guys who don't like it when people offer a lower price set your price higher than you want? That way you leave yourself wiggle room. If you only want 250 then post for 300 that way you might get more than you want but, if after some haggling you knock off 50 you still have sold it for what you want and the other guy is pleased with his haggling skills ....win win I think.
That's a nice idea and has worked on occasion, but those of us who move a lot of gear have learned that if you set your initial price too high all you'll hear is crickets chirping. If the price is too high some people won't even bother asking, people are shy :D
-
You are welcome Rob and thank you for doing a Great job in Moderating.
My wife said today that I was the "GAS PEDAL" and she was the "BRAKES" in our relationship. I responded and said, "And that is how we get down the road together!"
Safe travels in Life to all of you!
-
I cannot imagine having the time to send out pictures to everyone who was thinking about buying anything from me. I put up a picture of everything I put on the classifieds just to make it easier for everyone.
-
I too include pics on my listings, don't think I've had folks ask for more.
-
I'm always looking for that perfict next bow and the only way to find it IS getting your hands on it OR asking for photos. I've never purchased a bow with out at least seeing some pictures. I never know what bow will hit my buy button till I see it! I also post photos for the guys who don't know how, that way I hope If I don't buy it some else will see it and buy!! Anything you sell will have lookers and buyers all part of the game.
-
I have bought dozens of bows (and sold almost as many) on here. Just because the bow is a "standard model", that doesn't really tell me what it looks like. When I read "gorgeous waterfall grain", or "spectacular cocobolo" that really doesn't tell me what the bow looks like and looks are definitely part of my selection criteria. One man's "spectacular" might be "middle of the road" to me. Or, even if the grain is fancy, it might be lighter or darker than another similar bow that I'm looking at.
It is definitely a buyers market now and part of the selling process is making your product more attractive than the competing item. I have yet to walk onto a used car lot, look at one car and say "I'll take it".
Especially now that Trad Gang has automatic re-sizing capability for pics, it's not that difficult to post pics with the ad. Post one time instead of e-mailing a dozen times. Faster, easier, and the tire kickers get their thrill and don't bother you with requests for pics.
If it's a used Indian 35# bow for $50 that's one thing. If it's a custom $500 - $1000 bow, your ad has a lot of competition to overcome.
-
I have sold many items on various traditional sites....and have bought much more than that on the same locations. I ALWAYS post pictures...with every listing for sale.
It is far easier to post a few pictures up front that are representative of the item than to keep up with the constant requests for pictures.
I wont buy a bow based on the description alone....likewise, sometimes I am not sure I want something unless I see the wood combinations, condition of bow, style of bow, etc. I have read quite a few listings and thought one thing only to realize it is not as expected when i saw the photographs.
For me...if you want to use the internet to sell items...you need to plan on having photographs available for the listing. Plenty of free picture hosting sites that can be used such as picturetrail.com which I have used for 10 years or more...
Things I look at in pics of any bow especially...if recurve I want to see a picture that shows if the tips are kicking out to one side or the other or full length down bow to show this. I want to see the writing on bow as to weight, serial number, length, etc... I want to see condition of arrow shelf/plate...and whether there are inserts or holes in riser. I want to see condition of limb glass and tips. Then one for overall profile.
longbow....same other than not as worried about limb twist...but like to see braced and unbraced if possible.
if nothing else...one or two nice clear pictures that show woods, bow design, overall condition will let me know whether interested enough to ask for more pictures or to pass on it completely.
just part of doing business....
-
round and round and round. this circle is making me dizzy.