How I make money on your auctions! THE TRUTH

Okay, so this sounds to good too be true. Basically, you will be viewing a selection of items listed in eBay and suddenly you spot "How I Make Money On Your Auctions Without You Knowing!" instant suspicion. You click on the listed item and it all sounds very interesting. Well, it is nad that is exactly why they say it.

So what is this amazing service they are offering? Is it legal, is it worth the 4.99 they are charging, is it the best kept secret in the world today, does it get money out Gordon Brown's back pocket?

No. It isn't a scam by any means but basically it is a rip off. What they are selling is basically, easily accessable and readily available information off the internet about becoming an "affiliate". Too techincal? Basically, this is their money making scheme:

Firstly, you need a website, a good one, one where people actually watch it and visit it regularly. What you basically need is a website that is not just friends and family (community websites) but a more gerneric website with the pull of a main audience that is always changing. One of those "Freewebs or Google pages" simply don't have the pull as they often don't feature enough in search engines and are too long in website address forms for anybody to stumble on. You need a good quality . com etc. as these other free websites simply don't have the necessary pull for sufficient money making capabilities.

Then, you need to become an eBay affiliate by registering and setting up an account. I am unable to paste a link here but just use any search engine with the words "EBAY AFFILIATE" and it will pop straight up. Next after that process is complete you will need to establish links. This mainly involves targeting the most popular and in demand searches on eBay and some custom ones (for example: search for "Apple Iphone" in eBay then click on the menu bar to the left to refine your search by selecting things like, "new condition", "post to UK address", "items located in the EU", "priced between 100 and 400 pounds" etc. and then pasting that linkonto your website and giving it a catchy tiltle "CHEAP IPHONESREADY FOR DESPATCH") for people to be instantlylinked and sent to eBay's appropriately listed auctions. This sounds great but before a light bulbappears over your head, you can't link your or a close family members item to your website. Ebay simply will not allow it and will probably ban you outright.

Then, you get credit, money, rewards or whatever from eBay for anybody who buys an item through your link in the webpage that you setup. GENIUS! WOW! I'M MISSING OUT!

Well, actually, this is in fact, very tricky to do. For popular items such as, Wii's, Iphones, PS3's, HD DVD etc. etc. eBay auctions end very quickly and normally don't last longer than 7-10 days. If your links are for specific items, then this would require regualr updates and never ending refreshing of links as items appear and disappear meaning you have to replace your links frequently. If your links are to searches, these will also have to be adjusted due to the fluctuation in prices as demand rises and falls throughout the year. In this idiots opinion, I would sign up to be an affiliate with the likes of Amazon or similar whose stock and prices are far more predicatble and within which links would last for a more prolonged amount of time.This would eliminate the need for regular intervention in order to keep your links up to date. Plus, I believ that the commision is better too.

So, sorry for pee-ing all over these sellers ideas, but paying a 5er for information that is readily available over the internet for free does get to me. Keep an eye out or add me to your favourite sellers as I will be revealing more truhs over these eBooks very soon.

If this guide has been of interest, it only takes one second to register a helpful vote. It would be most appreciated as the more people that vote, the easier this guide can be seen. It would be most appreciated.

Martin

RUNNING STUART TURNER STEAM ENGINES IN A STEAM BOAT

This is a short edited extract from MAINSTEAM MODELS "The Complete Guide to Miniature Steam" which is available on CDROM or by Internet download.

The excellent range of Stuart Turner steam engines, if they are well built, are very well proven designs of miniature steam engines. At this point I must mention that I have no connection with Stuart Turner Ltd in any way.

The popular types for use in model steam boats are the 10V

Fake Perfume/Aftershave on ebay! - !Naming and Shaming!

Fake Perfume/Aftershave

Do not buy perfume/aftershave from ruksana3304 , the seller not only bribes buyers into leaving positive feedback by threatening to return any negative feedback but also fails to reply to emails and ignores buyers!

Take my advise and dont use this seller, his feedback supports my advise. I suggest that we create a list of sellers selling fake items - so if you have experienced this sort of thing please email me the seller id so we can have a naming and shaming list!

Please see my other guide for equally fake Shoes - never use the seller milanoexpo

Rotastak Hamster Cages

Rotastak units for hamsters

Each of the Rotastak hamster cages comes with its own full colour assembly instructions. These plastic hamster cages are not as hard to put together as it may first look!

Rotastak units is based on a modular system which allows you to build on and create palace for your hamster pet friend.

Rotastak for hamsters

Each of the Rotastak hamster cages comes with its own full colour assembly instructions. These plastic hamster cages are not as hard to put together as it may look!

Dwarf hamsters, baby Syrian hamsters and mice may find it difficult to climb vertical tubes. You can adapt Rotastak fo hamster cages by fitting mouse ladders to the inside of the tubes these are sold in our ebay shop just click here. Securing these to the cage with wire is recommended

The Basic Units

The Original Unit, well known, round unit. Has been available for three generations. The Starter Home is a single round unit with an attic bedroom suitable for a single hamster, gerbil or mouse. These popular easy clean plastic hamster cages have a large easy access in the roof. Starter Delux illustrated.

The Maxi Unit, nearly double the floor area of a single original round unit. The smallest unit in this range is the Maxi Mansion which comes complete with hamster exercise wheel, water bottle and attic bedroom. Suitable for a single hamster, gerbil or mouse.Pod Units

The Pod Unit, a triangular sectional cage on two levels with a combination of plastic and wire bars. The smallest, also suitable for a single hamster, gerbil or mouse, is the Cosmo Pod which includes feeding bowl and water bottle.

These are clear plastic with multi-coloured accessories in primary colours, red, blue and yellow.

Combination UnitsAll Rotastak hamster cages can be connected together with special sectional tubing. To help protect the ends of these tubes it is recommended that you use protective anti-gnaw rings.

Aboveare larger Combination Units and Themed Units. i.e. Pink Palace (iIllustrated), Adventure Zone and Creepy Castle. These are clear plastic with multi-coloured accessories in primary colours, red, blue and yellow or the theme may have a different colour scheme. Alot of people always ask the question are the stickers permanent? No they are not they are transfers similar to the type you get on a tax disc. They can stick anywhere on the clear plastic but just as easily be removed. All the units start off without any stickers and its upto you where to put them or not!All these units are availableat net petshop brand new and boxed with all packaging.Combination units are by far the most popularclick here for a Full range of rotastak main housing units

Add on units

To keep adding and make your living space and fun space for your hamster even better rotastak has many add-on units and connecting tubes to do this. Whether you want to combine main housing units or just add an extra wheel runner to your hamster home rotastak has the products. Net Pet Shop stock the vast majority of these parts in our store for you to purchase. Please take a look in our store click hereSpare and AccessoriesTo help you aaccomplish your rotastak 'buckingham' palace and to keep it in ship shape so that you always have the perfect safe home, Rotastak provides lots of spare parts and accessories, wheels, bottles, ladders (for dwarf hamsters), gnaw rings, covers, spare clips to keep hammy in. Bowls and Bedding

Rotastak also provides bowls and bedding from luxury ceramic bowls to eco-friendly made from recycled materials bedding.

All the products above are supplied in our ebay store all the time

We have sold already 1000's of rotastak products and have a direct account with the main supplier passing on great savings to you the buyer!

Enjoy creating your hamster homes

Abercrombie and Fitch Fakes a plenty on ebay

Hi

Just thought I would make a quick note to those buying Abercrombie and Fitch clothing on ebay.

I travel agreat deal to the USA and am always pulled in to A

WEDDING DRESS WARNING!!!!!!!!

I purchased a red wedding dress from Germany location, they said the dress would take 25 days to arrive. It arrived this morning in a medium sized jiffy bag.. from CHINA! I opened it and to my horror there lay a bright orangey coloured thin material dress that was nothing like the picture and so badly made. I could have cried!

I automatically opened up a dispute in paypal...

I quote the seller after I complained...Your expectation so high,but your budget is low,i am sorry to say so.

Well it is true what they say, you get what you pay for.. but my God this is not worth 9.99 let alone 99!! My advice steer very clear of cheap rubbish it will ruin your wedding plans, getting your dress should be a memorable day not want to scream!

Steer clear of haneul.bridal on ebay!

Purchasing a Bridesmaid or Wedding Dress Online

It can be very tempting to see a beautiful dress online at a fraction of the cost, a replica of Mori Lee, of Pronovias, Demetrios, even Maggie Sottero for a mere 50.00 ... You must remember you get what you pay for. The dress advertised in the picture looks wonderful professional glamourous - this is because it is ... its been taken direct from a catalogue and because the chinese seller assumes you take into account his feedback score of sometimes in the 1000's and is a powerseller that you won't read back past the last 3 pages to see that actually this is a fictious figure. Items sold for 1 pence or a "don't pay for this item" they have many id's which they use to "bump" up their feedback.When your dress arrives it won't look anything like the picture... the organza will be polyester the silk will be satin the crystals will be sequins and the boning will be of plastic and not metal framed corseting because of customs not allowing it through. Which leads me to mention the duty tax you may be asked to pay sometimes in the region of 100-200 pounds to get it through the airport.Another thing to remember is the postage cost... yes the dress is cheap at 50.00 but do you really need to pay up to 100 in postage for one dress?You get what you pay for.... for most of us 1500 on a "genuine" wedding dress is a lot of money. But please remember this is your wedding day the best day of your life one you will remember for the rest of your days... don't spoil it by penny pinching on the dress. By all means have a look around for a bargain, but steer clear of Chinese, Indian, Taiwan or Malaysian traders claiming that these dresses are authentic ... they are not they are counterfeit dresses made in sweat houses by children and young men and women who get paid peanuts for working 18 hours a day in a disgusting confined environment.Do you really want this on your conscious when you are walking down the aisle in a polyester dress ???I am only trying to guide you as when I started my business I needed to know what competition I was up against.. I ordered from 3 so called professional dress sellers. The first dress did not arrive and when I waited the 10 weeks that was in the description I was asked if I could wait 2 more weeks while they got me the tracking number when 90 days cleared I got in touch with the payment provider and told them but by then the tracking number if indeed there was one at all, was not showing up after 8 weeks of postage on the system and the 90 days from payment left me high and dry with no protection from the payment provider as it had exceeded their terms and conditions for a refund !The second dress was terrible quality the stitching was coming away from the seam. The measurements were nothing like I had emailed over to the seller . The material was creased, the packaging had split during transit and there was a dirt mark on the dress. ( it wasn't being used as a wedding dress but if it had it would have been ruined ) The third dress in all honesty was not bad for the money... the quality of the dress making was very good however the dress looked nothing like the Demetrios one on the picture.. there was no underskirt no tulle petticoat just a flat dress. When I emailed them to ask if I could have an underskirt ( as this was the better of the three I wanted to see what their customer service was like ) I was told this dress was an "inspired by" dress and that the petticoat underneath was extra.... another 125 extra ( without postage ) ! It was absolutely laughable. When looking for an online wedding dress purchaser follow these rules and you cannot go far wrong...

Make contact with them first before purchasing. See what their pre customer service is like. Remember though that once you have parted with your money have a definite delivery date in writing. This gives you more power when the goods are delayed.Always try to pay via paypal or a bank transfer that can be traced. Keep in contact with the seller throughout the whole process.Get a tracking number.If your goods have not arrived contact paypal or your bank or visa company immediately and tell them .Don't leave it too late. Giving them full details including any tracking number if the seller cannot provide this you have more chance of getting a refund. Dresses should NOT take more than 12 weeks to make. Regardless of the order levels. A guide time is 6-8 weeks from purchase to delivery. In some cases where dresses are being made solely to order for your measurements and there is more than 3 items per order this can extend to 8-9 weeks. BUT you should always be kept informed by the seller. This is just common courtesy on the sellers behalf.Don't just accept if the dress is exactly not as described. The feedback system is there for a reason to let others know your experiences. Don't be afraid of leaving negative or neutral feedback in case they leave bad feedback for you ... People understand when they read them they will see that you are not to blame for receiving negative feedback, and you have the right to respond on the feedback system to get your point across anyway.

I hope this helps and even though you may be a bit strapped for cash and looking for a cheaper alternative for your dress... there are options... Heres a few tips how to save money to put it towards your dressCut back on your favours ( make these yourself ) I remember we did Strawberry BonBons in little Gold Boxes and Love Heart sweets ... Instead of buying expensive bridesmaids presents ... take a photo of you all together and have these printed and framed... or have a pamper night just before the wedding where you are all together having a bottle of wine and a girly time ... the memories will last longer than a bouquet of flowers. Don't have a free bar all night at the venue... if you are expected to pay for all the drinks and the food and dresses and the flowers and the cake and and and .... come on in this day and age a free bar for the first hour is usually the norm then let them dig their hands in their pockets ! Only invite people who you truly want to share your big day with... I know you may have to invite the obligatory Aunty Mable... but as far as your friends are concerned only have the ones you know will appreciate being there don't have a rent-a-crowd just to make up the numbers. Small is beautiful . At the end of the day all that really matters is that you are marrying for the right reasons and that the two of you are going to spend the rest of your days together forever in love and happiness.... So even though the dress is a major aspect of the day ... don't forget the real reason you are wearing the dress Lots of love and I hope this has helped

DHL in general and DHL using agents. Dont Use agents

DHL are probably the worst courier, from my experience, in customer care and dependable pick up or delivery. They now also use contracted agents on Ebay for discounted delivery, ie wheel delivery etc. DHL and their agents are not recommended for use. If you buy a delivery through either DHL direct, or through one of the many contracted agents on Ebay, and your wheels go missing, DHL completely wash their hands of your loss!. They say you have to go through the agent, but if agent doesnt respond to your emails for insurance, youve no recompense. Found that TNT or Fedex much more customer focused. DONT USE DHL

Reply on fake Kim

This is a response to comments about fake Kim

Triumph TR Cars: TR2,TR3,TR3A,TR4,TR4A,TR5,TR6,TR7

Triumph TR Car Series

This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If youwish to find out more about the classic Triumph car art featured in this guide please click here.

This guide features the Triumph TR models.

Triumph TR2

Designed as a moderately priced basic sports car, the Triumph TR2 in production form, was unveiled to the public at the London Motor Show of 1953. The TR2 was built mainly from Standard and Triumph components already available and sold for a very competitive 555. Fitted with a two-litre (121cu.in) overhead valve engine developing 90bhp at 4,800rpm, the top speed for the overdrive model was 107mph (172km/h). 0-60mph (0-96km/h) took around 12 seconds. Other noteworthy features of the Triumph TR2 were the exceptional fuel economy (an average of 34mpg), and the car's first-rate weather equipment, with neat hood and close fitting side-screens. For a while the Triumph TR 2 was the world's lowest priced 100mph (161km/h) sports car.

Triumph TR3A

The first TR3 came off the Canley line in October 1955 and in reality was little different from the TR2 it replaced. It used the famous Triumph "wet liner" engine of 1,991cc (121cu.in.) capacity, which fitted with twin SU carburettors produced 95bhp at 4,800rpm. For the hard-driving sporting motorist on a limited budget, the car was unbeatable. It gave snappy acceleration and a genuine 100mph (161km/h) plus capability, which coupled with safe and predictable handling made it an ideal vehicle for private competitors, both in racing and rallying. August 1956 saw several changes, including the fitting of: front disc brakes, a more modified engine (100bhp), a stronger rear axle and a full width front grille. Although popularly referred to as the TR3A, the car was never known as such by the factory.

Triumph TR4A

The TR4, when it was introduced in 1961 broke new ground for Triumph. Whereas the TR2 / TR3 / TR3A range had been strictly conventional in body layout, the Mitchelotti-styled TR4 was much more masculine in appearance with slab sides and a squared-off tail. It broke the traditional sports car ethos and heralded the arrival of the 1960's generation. Wind-up windows and face-level ventilation made it better equipped than previous TRs and it was the first car to have a removable-roof type hard top, later credited to Porsche in its Targa form on the 911s. The TR4 used a four-in-line unit of 2138cc (130cu.in.) water cooled and consisting of a cast iron block and cylinder head. Acceleration from 0-60mph took 9.8 seconds with a maximum speed of 104mph (167km/h).

Triumph TR5

The quest for more performance inevitably led Triumph from four to six cylinder engines and as a direct result the TR5 PI was introduced in 1968. Retaining the basic seven year old body shape of the TR4, the new model was powered by a six-cylinder fuel-injected (a first for a British production car) engine of 2,498cc (152cu.in.) capacity. This six-cylinder boasted a maximum power output of 150bhp at 5,500rpm, which made the 5 easily the fastest TR yet, capable of a top speed of 117mph (188km/h) and 0-60mph (0-96km/h) in just 8.1 seconds. Basically an interim model, the newly introduced TR5 failed to catch the public's imagination and sadly there were to be a total of only 2,947 examples built before being replaced by the TR6 in the November of 1968.

Triumph TR6

Styled by Karmann of Germany, the last of the traditional Triumph sports cars, the TR6, was produced between November 1968 and February 1975. The TR6 was to be the last in a line of cars that could trace ancestry directly back to the TR4 of 1961. The TR6 utilized the chassis of the TR4A and the engine of the TR5 and naturally some onlookers suggested the car offered little new. Despite the criticisms, the TR6 sold readily with 94,619 examples being produced, most going for export. Performance was excellent from the lusty 2,498cc capacity (152cu.in.), fuel injected six-cylinder engine and even by the end of the production in the mid-seventites, 0-60mph (0-96km/h) in 8.2 seconds was still more than a match for most of its competitors.

Triumph TR7

The TR7's six year career began in January 1975 after Triumph beat MG in a design competition to produce the all-new British Leyland sports car. Carrying the TR name and linking itself with an illustrious group of forbears was perhaps unfortunate, for in reality it was a vehicle from another era of automotive manufacture. Thoroughly modern in appearance with a clean, crisp shape, it did not appeal to the Triumph traditionalists despite being the best handling TR of all time and the most comfortably and comprehensively equipped. A convertible option was offered from 1979, and today these are the most desirable models. Production of the TR7 ended in October 1981 making it the last Triumph sports car ever to be produced.

Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!

HOW TO SPOT A FAKE FRED PERRY POLO T SHIRT

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BELOW YOU CAN SEE A FAKE AND A GENUINE FRED PERRY POLO SHIRT SIDE BY SIDE . . .

If you found this helpful, please click 'YES' below

Thank you

Wedding Anniversary Stones

1st Anniversary -Gold Jewellery / Alternative - Peridot
2nd Anniversary - Garnet
3rd Anniversary - Pearls / Alternative - Jade
4th Anniversary - Blue Topaz / Alternative - Blue Zircon
5th Anniversary - Sapphire / Alternative - Pink Tourmaline
6th Anniversary - Amethyst / Alternative - Turquoise
7th Anniversary - Onyx / Alternative - YellowSapphire
8th Anniversary - Tourmaline / Alternative - Tanzanite
9th Anniversary - Lapis Lazuli / Alternative- Amethyst
10th Anniversary - Diamond Jewellery/ Alternative - Blue Sapphire
11th Anniversary - Turquoise/ Alternative- Citrine
12th Anniversary - Jade / Alternative - Opal
13th Anniversary - Citrine / Alternative - Moonstone
14th Anniversary - Opal / Alternative - Agate
15th Anniversary - Ruby / Alternative - Alexandrite
16th Anniversary - Peridot / Alternative - Red Spinel
17th Anniversary - Watches / Alternative - Carnelian
18th Anniversary - Cat's Eye / Alternative - Aquamarine
19th Anniversary - Aquamarine / Alternative - Almandine Garnet
20th Anniversary - Emerald/ Alternative - Yellow or Golden Diamond
21st Anniversary - Iolite
22nd Anniversary - Spinel
23rd Anniversary - Imperial Topaz
24th Anniversary - Tanzanite
25th Anniversary - Silver Jubilee / Alternative - Green Garnet
30th Anniversary - Pearl Jubilee
35th Anniversary - Emerald
40th Anniversary - Ruby
45th Anniversary - Sapphire / Alternative - Cat's Eye
50th Anniversary - Golden Jubilee / Alternative - Golden Topaz
55th Anniversary - Alexandrite
60th Anniversary - Diamond Jubilee / Alternative - Star Ruby
65th Anniversary - Blue Spiral
70th Anniversary -Sapphire Jubilee
75th Anniversary - Diamond Jubilee
80th Anniversary - Ruby Jubilee

Fake Valentino Rossi

SEE THESE REVIEWS DO WORK..HE HAS NOW CHANGED HIS ID TO af1store

Before buying from either of these sellers 'genuine_F1_Merchandise' or 'genuinef1memorabilia'

Please bear this info in mind.....the 'memorabilia' seller keeps all his auctions private so that you can't see that he has sold the same item over

Fake Benefit Cosmetics

ALWAYS CHECK THERE FEEDBACKIF YOU CANNOT LEAVE THE FEEDBACK AND IT ASKS YOU TO LEAVE IN 7 DAYS LEAVE IT IN 7 DAYSHere is a list of all the FAKE BENEFIT SELLERS ON EBAY.All have been reported to Benefit and Benefit are going to buy there products and have all there detailsThe biggest one of all on here isLoveopiEVERYTHING HE IS SELLING IS FAKE. HE WILL REFUND YOU ASAP AND HE ALSO IS CHINESE WHO CANNOT EVEN SPELL LONDONMACMACPRETTYBONO ROCKS (CHINESE SELLER) CHECK HIS LISTINGS he can just about spell in any English. The Georgia powders do not smell of peach. He will refund you asap so that you dont take it to paypal. EVERYTHING HE IS SELLING IS FAKE. HE WILL REFUND YOU ASAP AND HE ALSO IS CHINESE WHO CANNOT EVEN SPELL LONDON(CHINESE SELLER) CHECK HIS LISTINGS he can just about spell in any English. The Georgia powders do not smell of peach. He will refund you asap so that you dont take it to paypal.Please make sure that you give these sellers negative feedback and report them to benefit. They also sell FAKE MAC REPLICAS ALSOsells FAKE BENEFIT MASCARA'S at the moment and also refunds in Full so you do not take it up with paypal.

Using Reward Charts - Hints and Tips

USING REWARD CHARTS - TIPS

Guide to identify

The purpose of this guide is to make you bidders awarehow to spotthe fake/counterfeit Mac mascaras ,that have sprouted in rather large amounts on eBay!

Firstly all AUTHENTIC Mac mascaras, always have UNIQUE shades names:ie

Mascara TYPE =shades name

ZoomLash=Zoomblack,

Splashproof=Blacksplash this is the only waterproof mascara that Mac produces

Prolash=Charcoal Brown,Coal Black

Dazzlelash=Star brunette,Black dazzle

Plushlash =Brownette,Plushblack

Prolonglash =Pitchblack

Mascara X =Black X,dark brown

Pro Lash Colour=Periwink-wink,Twisted Tulip,Tiger Lilly,Platinum Plus

Zoom Fast Black Lash=Black matt

the above is the latest release of MAC

Fibre Rich lash = All black

XDisk MP3 Media Player

X Disk MP3 Player 1/2/4/8 GB MP3 Player Review
I have always thought of myself as a generous reviewer, until I started working on this review, now it turned out to be a guide, because I can't add another review as the product is not listed in the review page (!) and you may found this product in many names. Well, of this product, I find it difficult to give even a single star. So, lets go straight to the point. This is one of those products youll get regret as a freebie and makes you moan that you should have paid a bit more to get a decent product. The product comes in many names like XDisk, Touch Screen MP3 MP4 FM VIDEO MEDIA PLAYER, LCD MP3 Player etc. All are the same cheap imitations. If it's a cheap mp3 player boasting a touch screen then it's probably one of those clones.
Budget
X Disk is really cheap when compared to most other mp3 or media players, but cheap means cheap in all aspects, from ergonomics to quality. Youll get an 8 GB digital media player for 30 and the postage is around 7 (In my case, there was no insurance or signed delivery, so add the postage charge as a pound and the rest goes to the player price so its 36 for the player)
If you want to experiment with an mp3 player, or wanted to give a present to your pre-teen kid as a toy, or use as a storage device for its 8 GB capacity then go for it, even though youll get those products much cheaper. However, if you want a decent mp3 player, dont even think of buying this product, because its "cheaper" than others.
Ergonomics
The picture looks great, but when you actually get your hands on it, youll find the product is uneven, unfit, badly designed and produced. The on and off button, cover of expansion card slot, screen alas, every single thing are ill fitted. The on and off button seems half out of the set, the expansion slot cover seems cut out by hand, not closing properly. The screen, well though its really a touch screen youll have to jab it, sorry no stylus with this one.
The Display
Well, I am sorry to say the display is pathetic, the welcome screen looks like someone worked it on MS Paint, its like a bitmap image of a flower with XDisk written on it and when you switch off, youll see a Goodbye in Comic Sans MS font. The menu too is ill designed and some of the programs are still a mystery. The games has only one game which is Blocks and if you are playing blocks you have to be very patient as you wait until each block slowly fall, there is no button to drag it down faster. In Music player, the pause symbol is the play button and the play symbol is the pause button. Display is 320x23 dot matrix 260K colour.
Formats
The media player supports MP3, WMA and WAV audio formats and MPEG-4 AVI video format and the performance is better than average I should say. For the image files it supports JPEG, GIF and BMP formats.
Pre-loaded
It has some preloaded programs. The audio files are Lionel Ritchies Say You Say Me and Britney Spears Hit Me Baby One More Time. The video (avi) file is French singer Alisees Madonna hit La Isla Bonita, which is a YouTube rip off.

Manual
XDisk comes with a manual, a CD which is a small CD, part of a bulk CD pack, contains Adobe PDF version 6 (even if youll want to install this old version, remember its CHINESE!!), Lyrics Editing Tools folder has Winamp 5.1 and Lyrics Setup (both programs corrupted so installer wont launch), Rock USB Driver, and AVI Conversion package (Chinese English)

Battery Life
No matter how long youll charge it, it wont charge fully. And if youll play it continuously, it will last long for two and half hours at the maximum. If you turn it off after the two hours, sorry, it wont start again until you recharge it.
FM Radio
Yes, I was able to get a single station but the reception was not good. I am not sure if its really the problem of this player because I havent tried radio on other players. So, lets give the benefit of doubt on this one.
Other features
XDisks boasts of voice recording, E-book reading, built-in-microphone, multiple foreign written language (obviously Chinese), and brand new contact screen system (touch screen). Unfortunately everything is so low even to reach a low grade performance. Thats because, the screen has a tendency to hang for minutes, or act erratically.
PC Connection
Well, it will connect to the PC or laptop without any software thats included in the manual. And the good news is its quite good in transferring files and you can still use it as a storage device.
Expansion card
According to the manual booklet, X Disk supports mini SD card from 128 MB upto 4 GB. I havent tried any expansion cards with the unit. So, lets take the manuals word for it.
About
The about page of the XDisk has this information nothing more and it takes ages to load when it load it saysVerison 00.00.0000 Date 2008 05 -19. Nothing more, there is no mention about manufacture(er), software details, company or any such thing.
Well, now its your call, think twice before you buying this product. Also, read my guide Buying an MP3 Player.

Summary
Okay Sound
Cheap
8 GB Storage
- Poor Design
- Very Poor Battery Life
-Very very poor touch screen (it's a jab screen)
- Poor navigation menu

FAKE TAYLOR MADE TAYLORMADE R7 SUPERQUAD DRIVERS

I HAVE JUST BOUGHT ONE A TAYLOR MADE SUPERQUAD 1ST EDITION ALL BLACK.....

CALLED TAYLORMADE USA ON +001 800 395 9155, AND WAS TOLD ALL TAYLOR MADE DRIVERS SERIAL NUMBERS MUST START WITH A NUMBER UNLESS IT HAS COME OUT OF THE TOUR VAN, IN WHICH CASE IT WILL START WITH THE LETTER "T" AND END WITH A "B".

SO IF YOUR SERIAL NUMBER STARTS WITH A LETTER, ID CHECK IT OUT IMMEDIATLEY!

THE YELLOW ARROWS THAT ARE SITUATED ON THE SOLE (BOTTOM ) OF THE CLUB MUST HAVE SHARP/CLEAN EDGES AND NOT BE BLURREY/SPECKLED - IF SO YOU 99.9% HAVE A COPY

ASK THE SELLER FOR THE SERIAL NUMBER, IF THEY DO NOT GIVE IT YOU - DON`T BUY IT, THERE`S PLENTY MORE CLUBS ON EBAY TO CHOOSE FROM!

Wizard Die Cutting Machine

This versatile machine, made by Spellbinders in the USA. The rollers excert 300lbs pressure as the items go through it to cut and / or emboss.

The machine accepts the dies from any other company as well as being able to emboss brass stencils. You can also use other materials eg lace to emboss a pattern onto card.

The Spellbinders dies allow you to cut the shape out and then to put the cut shape back through the machine to emboss the pattern onto the cut shape. This gives a lovely dimension to the die cut shape.

Take a look at the spellbinders.us website for video clips of the Wizard in use.

I highly recommend this machine as a universal diecutter

Tracey

Degu housing / cages / homes

Choosing a cagefor a degu
Introduction

Degus are an oftenmisunderstood pet who are similar in intelligence to rabbits and despite their small size have complex social and behavioural needs and should be kept in same-sex pairs (or trios, 4s, etc). As an absolute minimum they need a non-plastic cage 2ft tall by 2ft wide by1.5ft deep - you should almost definately add another ft to one of those dimensions if you are an animal lover. An all metal cage is best and mesh floors should be covered with cadboard or carpet. They will jump, climb and run all day and love shelves, non-toxic woods, ropes, hammocks (for snuggling) and a non-wire wheel. More details below...

About degus

Alot of people think of degus as being similar to gerbils - actually they are a lot closer to chinchillas, and are believer to be related to rabbits and squirrels. As an example of their intelligence, a recent study showed they could find and choose a suitable length rake to reach food placed out of their reach.If you think of squirrels, it will give you an idea of how active they are, they love to climb and jump, For that reason, height is one of the most important things in a cage - that's great for you as a tall cage is normally no more trouble than a shorter one. Do not keep a degu alone - they are naturally social animals and will be lonely. This will show as them being less active, getting ill easier and having a shorter life expectancy. If you can afford 1 degu then 2 will not be any more trouble.

Size

The absolute minimum height you want to look at is 2 ft (24") - cages can go much taller - ours is 5ft 6" but as soon as you go over 3ft, you'll want to make sure that there are levels to break it into sections. This will stop a badly timed jump resulting in too high a fall.

For depth (front to back) I would recommend 18" minimum and for width 24" or more. Obviously, the bigger the cage you have, the more active and happier your pets will be - after all, they will be living in it almost 24-7.

It can be hard to find the bigger cages - pet stores don't often carry them as they take up so much space - you may want to go online and look - John Hopewell (search for it) (mentioned below as well) does custom cages at decent prices. Pets at Home stock two suitable cages - 2ft h by 3ft w by 18" d and 3ft h by 2ft w by 18" deep - these have a wire bottom though, so you will need to cover it (see below)

Materials

One problem with Degus as pets, is finding a cage made of the correct materials. Degus are ferocious nibblers and will eat through plastic or wood in hours - especially if they think that doing so will let them escape! When we tried to transport ours in a plastic carrier in a car, we spent 2 hours of a 3 hour journey too scared to open the boot and hoping they didn't chew through the brake lines. That means that plastic base cages won't last and can be dangerous if they escape when you aren't there.

Metal or glass bases are better - glass means that you can see what your guys and gals are up to but you need to make sure they get proper air flow (Degus can't sweat so are sensitive to overheating). If you like that style, you can sometimes get cage 'toppers' that sit on top and give a best of both worlds. The other thing you may find with using aquariums / glass cages is it is hard to attach toys and food bowls / water bottles to the sides.

Wire/mesh cages or converted avairies are often used - these are the only type you can buy at Pets at Home, for instance. These are good enough to avoid escape (if you don't get it from pets at home, you'll want to make sure the bar spacing is less than 1" (or 0.75" if you may have babies). However, with wire / mesh floors, degus often will develop a condition called Bumblefoot - this is similar to pressure sores and very painful. To avoid this, you'll need to put down cardboard, carpet or floor tiles over most of the mesh. Do not listen if you are told that wire cages are more hygenic because droppings fall through - Degus are clean animals and are much happier digging around in a bit of hay than walking on wire - they will not eat / sleep in their toilet area and you can change the bedding once a week when you clean the cage (you will want to clean it that often whatever type of cage you have).

The final thing to consider with wire floorcages is the potential for accidents - we have a very happy 3 legged baby called hoppity, who was almost put to sleep when she broke her leg very badly after getting it caught in the mesh floor. She's very agile now, but getting there cost ~150 and much anguish / waiting by a phone after risky operation / etc. After that we ordered a cage with solid floors and made sure ours were covered at all times

Wheels

All metal (best) or plastic (alright, but will get eaten in a few months) wheels are best for Degus - John Hopewell does some great, silent, metal(we use one in our bedroom) 12" wheels (which is the minimum size you'll need to avoid them overstreching their backs) but they are not cheap ~40. DO NOT get wire wheels - many Degus have lost their legs are been killed in acciednts when they turn, especially when one is running and another nearby. If you don't want your Degus to become nocturnal, you may want to consider blocking the wheel up at night

More information

Check out the website Degutopia (search for it) for a lot more information about Degus by someone who has made it they PHD to know...

Buyers Guide to Bench

When buying Clothes online it's often difficult to judge the size and get the correct fit, especially if your not familiar with the brand. So here is your own personal Sizing Guide to use when buying Bench

List of Scam Websites from China or Hong Kong (Part 9)

This is a collection of websites that I'm 100% sure belong to chinese "sellers" who either sell counterfeit products or else take your money and send nothing.The list will be updated continuously.

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Fake Titleist Pro V1 Balls

As a seller ofauthentic products Ialways look for value on Ebay and sometimes purchase items if I can get them at the right price.

Today I received delivery of 4 dozen FAKE Titleist Pro V1 Golf balls. This is my first encounter of this and want to point out the differences thatwere pretty obvious to meto say the least.

The packaging was not the correct colours with the Bronze colour of genuinepackaging being replaced with a shiny light gold colour. The packaging was also very lightweight whereas the genuine is of high quality heavy weight card. The packaging all looks a bit bashed and bruised as if to try and tone it down.

The balls themselves were obvious fakes and the following list will make it easy for anyone to spot even ifthey are a non-golfer buying as a gift.

1. Genuine2007/2008 balls have no join line - the fakeshad and looked like two half balls stuck together. 2006 Genuine balls have an equator linebutif any Pro V1 looks as if it is joined together it is fake.

2.The dimples on genuine balls are all of similar size - the fake balls had dimples of varying sizes.

3. Genuine balls have a soft white cover - the fakes are madeof a hard, bright white shiny plastic that side by side with a genuine ball is glaringly obvious.

4. Go totitleist.co.uk and have a look, there are some great closeups of the genuine articles.

5. The printing on the balls is of a smaller size than the genuine balls and again when compared to an original is totally inferior.

6. Genuine Titleist Balls cannot be sold for a ridiculously cheap price unless they are stolen or fakes.They are sold, however,at not much above cost as it is a product that golfers probably spend more money on in their lifetimethan clubs especially at the premier end of the ball market. I for one use at least 2 balls each round and play 4-5 times a week so it soon mounts up. By offering the best value

FIAT CODED KEYS

I have sold a few Fiat keys on Ebay and always receive questions about them,so here's a quick guide to help you.

There are basically two types of key,the first being the....

TRANSPONDER KEY.

Used on mk1 Punto's(93-99),all Brava,Bravo,Marea,Coupe and Cinquecento.

These keys basically use a set number of codes programmed into the key,so security is good as your car will not start without the code being received by the ECU,they are quite cheap to buy,a cut and coded key will cost you about 30-40.Most locksmiths now offer this service,simply take one of your original keys with you,the locksmith will copy the code of this key and programme your new key.On the negative side these keys are easy to copy,so theft is a problem,and if you lose your keys you're in for a big bill.Some of you will remember that these cars came with a red master key,this key could be used to programme any new keys or replacement lock sets,but a lot of people have now lost their red keys,so what happens if you lose all your keys,well basically you will have to fit a new lock set,a new code box and a new ecu,very expensive,although some firms can now supply uncoded ecu's that will not require coded keys,the only problem here is security,i don't know what your insurance company would have to say if your car was stolen.

The second type of key is the...

CRYPTO TRANSPONDER KEY.

Used on Seicentos, Punto's(99 to present),Stilo,Panda,Croma etc.

These are the type of key as used on most new cars today,this key uses what we call a rolling code,meaning it changes the code every time you start the car,so security is excellent,the plus side of these keys is they can't be copied,even by a dealer,so what if you lose a key or want a spare,these keys have to be ordered from your Fiat dealer by giving them the chassis number of your vehicle,the key will come pre-cut to fit your car so no cutting required,but the key will need to be programmed into your car on the Fiat examiner computer,this is where security is A1,as only the keys present at the time of coding will work in your car from then on,so if you've lost a key or had one stolen,once the new key and any more you have have been programmed in,the lost or stolen keys will never work again,meaning nobody could use the key to steal your vehicle,and it can never be programmed back into your car as the ecu remembers the key and will not allow it to be programmed back in.Obviously you must remember to present all the keys you have to the dealer, if you have any new keys coded in,or you'll have keys that don't work.Another plus side is if you lose all your keys,you simply order a new key,which will unlock your car saving you having to break in,you will need to get your car to a dealer for coding,as your car will not start with the new key.

One thing to remember,you will need a code card for your vehicle,this a unique number that allows the dealer to access the ecu of your vehicle,to code the new key in,this is normally ordered the same time as your key,but please do not leave it in your car,as the card contains an emergency start up number that allows your car to be started without a coded key,instructions on how to do this are in your handbook.

The negative side of these keys is cost,currently one will set you back about 120 all in with coding,remote keys for central locking are even more expensive.

I hope this helps anybody looking to buy a key,and the lesson is look after your keys,they are not cheap anymore,and if you're buying a used car insist it has two keys with it.

NIGERIAN CON ARTISTS

Thank you i thought i was the only 1 who was scammed by a NIGERIAN, listed my first item for selling on ebay, SONY ERICSSON PHONE W810i. Put buy now price on it and sure enough it was bought within 3 hours of lising my item, recieaved all sorts of emails from buyer stating they had payed threw paypal and 2 take it up with them, also recieaved fake PAYPAL AND FAKE EBAY LAWYER EMAILS threatining court action and all sorts.Ebay were going to put a strike against me an so forth,I couldnt beleave it, i thought i did something wrong.I feel let down by ebay as they could make it more clear from the get go when listing an item that there are many con artists running a mock with there customers. It was a german buyer who apparently paid for the phone (NOT) sent a full fake invoice from paypal requesting for the postal tracking number code to be sent to a link on the email, so good it looked authentic.The buyer requested me to ship to LAGOS as it was a present for a family member.Foolisheley i did what was requested and posted the packageor am i foolish you tell me. Obviousley ebay knows how these people work there scams so therefor should endevour to make as much info as poss available to honest ebayers as not to get conned. I feel ebay should have stricter policies on first time buyers buying BUY NOW ITEMS espesially when they list on the same day. I lost a total of 75, thats a lot of money for me to lose and i aint happy, this person had the audacity to actually give amobile contact number in the email,extremely Poff! Contacted P-PAL done nothing could notproperly dispute with the so called buyer as ebay unlisted them how covienient. So mad gave local police all info regarding the scam, yet again another let downthey can do nothing. I WISH SOMEONE WOULD STEP UP TO THE PLATE

Get cheap courier delivery rates for large, bulky items

Have you recently won or are you thinking of bidding on a large item on
eBay which only allows for local pickup? Are you are unsure of how to get it delivered and more importantly how much
it will cost?

I recently won a pool table on eBay and called around several couriers like DHL and FedEx but the prices they were quoting were astronimical, so much in fact that it would have cost more than the pool table itself! So I had a search here on eBay and found a web site calledShiplywhich is an eBay certified solution.Shiply is the UK's online shipping

Spanish Vespa Imports

Their are many rumours around regarding the import of poor Vespas from various parts of Europe andmany fromthe far east,Buyers should always ask the seller the following questions.

Was the Vespa Originally built in Italy, Spain, India ,Vespa had many factories building machines under Licence. Does the Machine has clear Chassis numbers.All Vespa scootersfrom Spainafter around 1957 have the frame number stamped into the frame notstampedonto separate Alloy plates like some Douglas machines.

Buyers shouldnever buy a Vespa(Or any vehicle for that matter)without CLEAR AND UNTAMPERED chassis or Frame numbers.Before bidding ask the seller for the ID of the machine.Many sellerswouldn t give the full number to avoidfraud but should give the majority of this numberto good genuinee buyers.

Is the Vespamodified from Standard did the machines always have 10 inch wheels and a 200 cc engine(Please note Vespa do not have Matching engine and frame Numbers).This can make registering Machines much harder if the original modelname prefix isdifficult to trace.

Always ask questions. Many people export Vespa without having the know how to do so correctly.Some ebayers dont even describe the item for sale correctly in regard to engine size or model

Toyota Key / Keyfob Programming / Reprogramming

Hello everybody.

Firstly, I must apologise to all those who have purchased these instructions from me over the past few months.

From May this year, Ebay revised their Downloadable Media Policy

Mini. Buying and owning a classic icon.

I owned 3 of these classics in various states of repair and spent 14 years in the motor trade in the eighties and nineties. I became very familiar with the Austin Mini and have had probably every part of one lying either on the kitchen table or the kerbside!Now these cars are fondly remembered and have rightly deserved their 'classic' status, particularly since their replacement with the BMW version.I want to point out a few problem areas for first time buyers of these 'work a day cars' from my own experiences.Don't let any of my points put you off buying one of these cheap to run and normally reliable cars, just use them as a guide for what to be aware of when viewing a potential purchase.As the Mini stretches back to 1959 I can't possibly hope to cover every version, but as the car changed very little over the years, the following points are relevant throughout it's production.Bodywork.Oh dear. Austin and later BL were like most other manufacturers when it came to rust proofing and seam sealing etc. They paid it little attention. Although the Mini is by no means one of the worst cars of the 60's,70's and 80's, they certainly weren't the best.The body is a monocoque and so it's integrity is essential.The front and rear suspension assemblies are mounted on subframes attached to the body on rubber mounts.So if looking at a Mini, start under the sills.First check the seam between inner and outer sill.These rot readily and easily.Now move forward to the front floor pans, again these can rot easily.While there check the mountings for the front subframe. These don't tend to rust but they do rot and can collapse. Their not difficult to replace, just awkward!Move to the rear of the floor and sills and check where the rear subframe mounts to the car. While at the rear start moving up the car now and check the boot floor. The battery is mounted in the boot, and it's not unheard of for batteries to drop out on to the road!Another common rust trap at the rear is under the rear seat and in the side pockets where condensation can gather.Now wander to the front and check the door hinge panels, again doors have been known to drop off.The inner wings are not a general rust trap but like any inner wing they lead a hard life so check them.Unusually the bottom of the A-frames at the windscreen corners can rust quite badly and repairs are difficult. It requires the windscreen removed and the repair panels need careful alignment. A tricky job.While the bonnet is up, check where the outer wings meet the front panel. This is a classic water trap and rusts easily. These panels are cheap to buy and fairly easy to replace.Apart from all the above the Mini will rust in the usual places such as door bottoms, bonnet edges, rear wing bottoms, rear valance and because of the shape and inbuilt water traps, the rear subframe itself.As the entire frame needs replaced, (it cant be effectivley welded) putting this right is a pain and expensive and has been the reason for many a car to be scrapped.Also the Mini had trims fitted over the external panel seams. The external seams meant the car was easier and quicker to weld together at the factory, however these trims trapped dirt and water making ideal rust traps.Every panel is available for Minis these days, new or second hand. So repair costs are not too bad. The problem is the amount of labour involved and the costs if you can't do it yourself.Engines and running gear.Minis were fitted with OHV engines from 850cc to 1300cc over the years. These are simple, rugged and reliable. Even when they are completely worn out with chain rattle, piston slap, worn big ends etc etc. They will keep going!If you come across an engine that refuses to start easily or is very lumpy on start up. Walk away unless the body work is perfect. There are plenty more out there.The gearbox is famously inside the sump. These are reliable and long lasting with few design faults. They will become a bit noisy over time and first gear will 'whine' but this is not unusual. Live with it!The CV joints are a bit of a weak point and often need replaced, the tell tale sign being a knocking noise on full lock.Replace these sooner rather than later as they can collapse when very worn.Apart from the above the engines should give little trouble.Suspension and steering.Again simple and rugged. Front ball joints are a weak point but easily adjusted or replaced.At the rear the 'knuckle joints' on the end of the rubber cones do wear and are tricky for the DIY mechanic to replace. A special compressor is required, but most garages are familiar with them and either have the tool or are able to cobble something up.Brakes.Mini brakes? Well it has got some,they're not great, but they do work! Usually.Although to be fair late models had discs on the front and are much better.Again simple and cheap to fix. Don't worry too much about them when buying. Everything is easy to fix,replace or upgrade.The Mini is fun to drive, fairly easy to fix, cheap to run and the sort of car that gets under your skin!The above are just my own observations from years of driving, owning and supplying parts for these cars. I hope you find this helpful.

Evisu Jeans/Genes... REAL or FAKE?

Hi. I'm making a quick guide about how to determine if the Evisu jeans you're looking at are real or fake.After selling several genuine pairs on ebay for 70/80 each I'm noticing people buying fakes for the same price and even more!Obviously if you like the style and know theyre fake then sure, buy them. If not there are very easy ways to tell - even without selling 5 pictures of sections of the jeans!Heres some factors which will allow you to determine whether the Evisu jeans you're looking at are real or fake:The first point is the easiest to rule out a pair of fake jeans. If it has a small material red tag coming out the left side of the right back pocket like so...:...THE JEANS ARE FAKE!No question about it. Evisus have never came with these tags and never will. It actually looks like a Levis tag but it says Evisu!If the tag is anywhere else they are also fake.All Heritage, No. 2, No. 3, No. 1 Special and all brown leather-tagged jeans should have: selvedge. It may be red

Renault Key / Keyfob Programming / Reprogramming

Hello everybody.

Firstly, I must apologise to all those who have purchased these instructions from me over the past few months.

From May this year, Ebay revised their Downloadable Media Policy

Baby Milo A Bathing Ape Clothes On Ebay

Hi there,Just wanted to let people know that most of the clothes that are on ebay stating that are baby milo/bathing ape are FAKE. Most of the clothes do look ok but after a couple of washes the colours/images on tshirts do start to come off. It does seem like a great bargain buying a t shirt for like 5-10 but what is the point if the item will just be unwearable after a couple of washes.Also the sizing of some of the gear is slim fitting and not baggy as described.p.s i am writing this from expereince, watch out especially for the chinese/german sellers. they try to scam you big time. please dont fall for them.

Paul Smith mini Wallets

How to spot "Fake" Wallets i have purchased Fake Paul Smith Wallets on ebay and have recently gone to a stockist in peterborough near where i live, Here are a few things he warned me about,

PS WalletsAlways Come in Multi Coloured Packaging they should arrive in black packaging if they are earlier wallets

Threading to the wallets is always purple

The item Should smell of nothing but a faint smell of calf Leather and not a smell of almost "petrol" Proportions

I have found the stockists website on the internet and they are very reputable and the best price i could find

They are Pvcking.co.uk

Dont waste time looking for fakes on ebay go to them and buy the real thing!!

Fake Gucci Jewellery

Please remember when you look at items for sale that the majority of designer jewellery on ebay is fake - at least 98% of it. Remember you're purchasing costume jewellery and you won't pay over the odds.

This should come as no surprise to most - regardless ifthe sellerstates 100% authentic, silver, designer, serial number, dust bag, contralltocard, whatever - the list is endless - these items are replicas, copies, fakes and should be bought as such. Enjoy them for the copies they are but make sure you pay appropriately.

It is a huge business in the far east/Turkey/Greece etcproducing not only the jewellery copies but the gucci gift boxes, carrier bags, labels etc to attach to these items and they are quite convincing to the beginner. But in most casesthe jewellery isnot even quality silver ! - if the seller is happy toprovidedesigner fakes, they're hardly going to make sure its .925 silver either! Watch out if you have sensitive skin. There's also the ethical side of buying fakes e.g. child labour, blackmarket links etc. but it's a personal choice.

I've been lucky enough to buy the real thing from the big stores and I meticulously keep the receipt or gift receipt and all packaging that comes with the jewellery or bags. Anyone re-selling items they no longer havea desire for on ebay, surely will have this documentation to hand and are willing to provide it if their item is genuine.

Paying 50- 80 for a fake Guccinecklace is silly when an authentic onedoes cost 300 plus, andthere are other web sites honestly selling replicas for 10. Don't get caught out in the heat of the moment and pay over the odds.

* make sure the item you want to buy exists - its not a brochure photo being used.

* It it is a private seller with stock of designer jewellery - remember its more likely to be replica - pay accordingly (remember its not likely to be silver either).

* check the feedback of the seller.Once the goods are in hand - buyers can sense a fake and will say so, even leaving positive feedback- some are quite happy that they have a piece of costume jewellery and why not, if they've paid a 5.

* Gents - if you have given a fake piece of Gucci to your girl and passed it off as an original- beware. For example, Gucci has a website - check your ebay purchase at least looks similar to the authentic piece. Sometimes the gucci stamp is in the wrong place, orin the wrong font. If it is a necklace the chain could be different or the logo in the wrong place all together.

Finally, I've actually been in Harvey Nic's when a proud girlfriend has shown her gucci charm bracelet to the counter staff and they've had to break the news that it's a fake - boy was she mad! Soooo embarassing. On the flip side, I've been in Louis Vuitton when the lady behind the counter thought I had a fake daimer messenger bag, politely telling me that she didn't think it was real -I nearly took her head off - stuck up ***, I'd bought it in that store!! Enjoy whatever you buy - you might get a bargain - you always get what you pay for!

warning about portable camping gas stoves!

Hello, this is a friendly warning about a particular model of portable gas stove, there main feature is there size, the gas canisters they run on and there ease of use.

I have owned one of these cookers, and with good reason, the price of the gas can be less than 1 per canister, and last a modest amount of time, they have a ignition system similar to the one found on a domestic home gas cooker, it gone in a handy carry case too, the size of which is similar to what you'd except a power drill to be stored in.

But there is a safety issue with them, it has to do with the connection system for the gas canister to the hob, it employs an 'O' ring to provides a leak free seal, but the seal can wear out, like it has done on mine, when the stove is lit, a small amount of gas will leak from the connector and ignite.

Maybe it was just a one off, my stove is now useless as the gas coupler will not seal properly, This is a friendly warning for anyone thinking about owning one of these stoves!

International Womens Clothing Size Guide

Since eBay is an international site, it is important to know what your buying when purchasing from abroad. Below is a basic guide to knowing what size class you fall into. The measurements used are the industry standard. Many shops today use "Vanity sizes" by putting size tags on clothing larger than the size marked, we cannot account for every stores sizing policy but below is the industry standard. Unfortunately eBay guides do not allow HTML tables so this is not as neat as it could be but should be easy enough to use

UK USA Europe BustWaistHips

843431/32" - 79/81cm 23/24" - 58/61cm33/34" - 84/86cm

10 6 3633/34" - 84/86cm25/26" - 64/66cm35/36" - 89/91cm

12 83835-36" - 89/91cm27/28" - 69/71cm37/38" - 94/96cm

14 10 4037/38" - 94/96cm 29/30" - 74/76cm39/40" - 99/101cm

1612 4239/40" - 99/101cm 31/32" - 79/81cm41/42" - 104/106cm

1814 44 41/42" - 104/106cm 33/34" - 84/86cm43/44" - 109/111cm

Please remember to rate this guide, and if you are starting in buying or selling check out my other guides.

Choosing An Infrared CCTV Camera

Choosing IR Cameras

Purchasing Infrared or any other CCTV cameras or equipment online, through Ebay or other web sites, can sometimes be a daunting and confusing process. We have written this guide at the request of several customers who thought it would be beneficial to other buyers. As always, if you have any specific queries or require advice on choosing equipment, please contact us.

IR Cameras The basics

An Integrated Infrared Camera, as used in the CCTV Industry, is a camera capable of capturing colour images in normal light and black and white images in low light or complete darkness using infrared LEDs which are controlled by a photocell on the camera.

The ability of the camera to switch from colour to black

Archery Bow and Arrow GUIDE Types of Bows Arrows

Solware Ltd guide on choosing Archery and Crossbow equipment.Archery is fun but choosing your first bow and arrow can be daunting.

PLEASE VOTE YES FOR GUIDEYou need to select the correct bow and arrows according to your size, weight and strength.Firstly we offer inexpensive options for Archery and include sets which have a bow, arrows, quivers and hand guard all ready to go.We stock two types of bow - Recurve Bows and Compound BowsWhat is a Recurve Bow?A recurve bow is a form of bow defined by the side-view profile; in contrast to the simple longbow, a recurve bow has tips that curve away from the archer when the bow is unstrung. By one technical definition, the difference between recurve and other bows is that the string touches sections of the limbs of recurve bows when the bow is strung.

A recurve bow stores more energy than an equivalent straight-limbed bow, giving a greater amount of cast to the arrow. A recurve bow is the only class of bow that is shot at the Olympic Games. Its basic working principles are similar to that of a traditional longbow. Its defining feature is that the ends of the limbs curve forwards slightly, which increases the power gained from the bow and smoothens the draw.What is a Compound Bow?A compound bow is a modern bow that uses a levering system of cables and usually cams and pulleys to draw the limbs back.The limbs of a compound bow are usually much stiffer than those of a recurve bow or longbow. This limb stiffness makes the compound bow more energy efficient than other bows, but the limbs are too stiff to be drawn comfortably with a string attached directly to them. The compound bow has the string attached to the pulleys, one or both of which has one or more cables attached to the opposite limb.

When the string is drawn back, the string causes the pulleys to turn. This causes the pulleys to pull the cables, which in turn causes the limbs to bend and thus store energy.The use of this levering system gives the compound bow a characteristic draw-force curve which rises to a peak weight and then "lets off" to a lower holding weight.The compound bow is little-affected by changes of temperature and humidity and gives superior accuracy, velocity, and distance in comparison to other bows. A compound bow is designed to reduce the force that an archer must hold, yet increase the overall energy stored by the bow. Most compound designs use cams or elliptical wheels on the ends of the limbs to optimize the leverage exerted by the archer and to reduce the holding force of the bow at full draw in what is known as the "let-off". With less force required to hold a compound bow at full draw, the muscles take longer to fatigue, thus giving a compound archer more time to aim. A compound bow must be adjusted so that the let-off occurs at the correct draw length appropriate to the archer.What is a Crossbow?A crossbow is a variation on the general bow design. Instead of the limbs being held vertically, they are mounted horizontally on a stock much like that of a firearm. The limb design can either be compound or a recurve but the basic concept of shooting is the same. The string is pulled back either manually or with a windlass and locked into place.

The string remains in this locked position, held soley through mechanical means until the energy stored in its limbs is released by a trigger mechanism, which launches the loaded missile. The energy stored in the shortened limbs is comparable to the longbow but packed into a smaller design that is also much easier to aim. Crossbows shoot quarrels or bolts, shorter arrows than those usual for bows. Please do not order Archery arrows for crossbows we have dedicated Crossbow bolts. Ebay do not allow this item to be sold on eBay.Choosen your type of Bow Now Choose the Size of Bow LengthThere is a very simple exercise you can do to determine what size of bow you need. If you are quite small and order a large bow then this bow will not be suitable for you. Vice Versa if you order a small bow and you are quite tall then again this bow will not be suitable. The Bow Length is basically the length of arrow in this exercise to find correct bow length for you.You will need somebody to help you with a measuring tape sizes measured are according to inches.Simple Exercise to Determine Bow Size required1) Fully stretch both your arms out in front of you so that your palms are together and your fingertips are also extended.2) Ask your friend to measure from the centre of your chest region to the end of your fingertips. Note down this measurement in inches and then add another inch also this gives you a rough estimate of the approx arrow length required.Types of ArrowsWe supply several types of arrows including different sizes and different specifications like materials used for arrow such as wooden arrows, composite, carbon and aluminium arrows.Within our shop we specify by models of bows what arrows are suitable please follow this guide.

Solware Ltd Ebay Archery Shop

Buying For eBay At Local Auction.

Ok, so you have got the eBay bug. You found this wonderful site, bought a few bits, sold some unwanted items, and now you want to do more. You may have bought a few bits from boot fairs, charity or pound shops, but are running out of other sources, and you are thinking possibly about a local auction.Small auction houses are a reallyinteresting source, and with generally a limited audience and a fast pace, lots do sell for relatively low prices. Unlike the big Christies or Sothebys of the auction world, your local auction house is far more likely to sell everyday house

Buying Mobile Phones on Ebay

I thought I would quickly write this guide to assist people who are contemplating buying a mobile phone here on Ebay.


Always try to buy one that is Boxed where possible. Ensure the stickers on the box that contain the phones identity match up with the phone itself.

Read the description very carefully, unscrupulous sellers sometimes sell links to where you could possibly get the phone cheaper.

If the price seems to good to be true then avoid it, it probably is.

Alwaysresearch prices, a lot of people buy phones that they could buy cheaper in the shops, just half hour browsing the internet will help you avoid this.

Don't buy phones that are untested, lets face it, its probably broken, it only takes a minute to test if it functions correctly or not.

Always check the network the phone operates on, ie Orange, Vodafone etc to ensure its compatible with your sim card.

If a phone is blacklisted or barred then its either reported lost or stolen, sellers sometimes state can be unlocked by a market trader etc, the only way to make it functional again would be to change the IMEI number of the phone,that isan illegal practice and the penalty imposed could be up to two years in prison.

A phone is often listed stating that it is "Locked to 02/Orange etc". This means that it will only work if the sim card you insert is on the same network. Unlocked means you can use various sim cards and use it on various networks.

Unlocked generally means you can insert any sim card, a Third Generation Sim Card (3g) will only work in a 3g enabled handset.

Always read through the sellers feedback to see just how good their standing is in the Ebay community.

Try to buy items that have a returns/refund policy for that extra peace of mind.

Always try to buy phones that have a detailed description of the condition, then if it is described any different then you can pursue a refund if you are not happy.

NOKIA N70 ON ORANGE WITH CHARGER (No description and no photograph), it could have been thrown at a wall, battered and bruised but the seller doesn't state that so you have no come back.Take the gamble if you wish, it may just be a seller in a hurry listing their items without using a great sales page.

Always use the ask a seller a question form so that you can paint an accurate picture of just what you are purchasing.

Don't get caught in a bidding war for a phone, chances are within the hour the same one will be selling again.

Research ebay for average selling prices and try and stick tothat price when bidding. A good way to do this is bybrowsing throughthe Completed Items search function available on Ebay.

If you need a sim card with the phone go to the mobile network website's to get one, in most cases they are free for PAYG users.

As with all ebay purchases look out for the postage charges and any additional charges like VAT.

When purchasing aim to purchase via paypal because most listing that offer Paypal display a logo offering full purchase protection, should you require a refund.Ebay standard protection is limited and there is also a surcharge of 15.00 for admin fees.
That's about it really, my best advice is get all the information youcan before bidding or buying, if the seller does not respond then do not bid or buy from them and risk your money.
Admittedly some great deals may pass you by, but I personally would prefer to be cautious when spending my hard earned pennies, I would certainly advise the same.
If you would like any help or would like to add anything to this guide then please feel free to contact me at any time via ebay.

Guide to avoiding fake ancient coins on Ebay

As long established dealers in ancient antiquities and coins we get annoyed when we see blatant fakes appearing with increasing regularity on Ebay.

In the fascinating world of ancient coins these fakes are fetching hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars and they are worthless. A newcomer to the hobby is unlikely to know the signs - that comes with experience - but we have seen a few long established collectors get caught out.

The root of the problem is the Balkans, namely Bulgaria. Plain and simple. I would like to say avoid purchasing anythingfrom that part of the world or from any 'dealer'with a Bulgarian name but they are clever. You don't normally find the name until you have purchased and often the coin is sold from Western Europe or the US. Some of the worst offenders - and many in antiquities circlesbelieve they are all connected as they offer the same rubbish every week - list themselves as being based in Germany or Holland as well as Las Vegas or Los Angeles.

The Bulgarians are so good at spewing out fakes they even have studios and catalogues such as Slavey and Lipanhoff so what do you look out for?

1/ Check the feedback, even if its hidden. Go to Goofbay dot com and enter the sellers ID into the 'Received by' field. If the list screams fake, fake, fake then experienced, knowledgable collectors have been bitten and have responded with negative feedback. Ebay allows Feedback to be hidden but Goofbay is a way around it.

2/ Is the Buyers ID private? Why? There is no reason for it. Chances are the seller, if he is selling fakes, is also indulging ina bit of shill bidding. That is bidding with a second ID against you to bump the price up.

3/ The fantasy tale. We see increasing amounts of ' Found this hoard of coins while fieldwalking in Norfolk' or such. Some even go as far as to shove a few into a piece of pottery or a fake oil lamp (thats another story) just to make it look authentic. What surprises me is that there are so many coins from the other side of the Empire as well as Ancient Greek, Byzantine and we have even seen Bactrian turning up in these 'hoards'. Total Bulls**t.

Anything found in a hoard, especially ones that are found on a weekly basis, must be declared to the coroner in the UK so it would be illegal. The best we saw recently was 'Found while walking along the surf on a beach in Cyprus' yet when you check the sellers buying record he had bought it from a well known dealer in fakes two weeks previous.

You also get the 'I don't know much about coins, it was in my grandfathers effects after he died etc etc' as well as many other fantasy stories. Especially avoid the 'Unresearched coin' listings. Nobody in their right mind would sell an ancient without knowing what it is and its value.

4/ Do some research. Some fakes, especially silver, look like a bad plastic surgeon has been let loose on whoever is depicted as the bust. These are obvious and experienced collectors laugh about them. The more cunning Otho or Pertinax issues that fetch high prices are skillfully worked in the studios of, yes....you guessed it. Bulgaria! There are many coin groups on the net such as coinforgerynetwork or ancient artifacts whose forums have experienced guys willing to offer advice on nay prospective purchase.

5/ AVOID UNCLEANED COINS!!!!! I would say only buy these from established dealers but only in small quantities. Do not buy the bags of 1000 for seven to a thousand dollars a pop in the hope of finding that special rare coin. These quantities have been picked over by the diggers, the person who buys from the diggers, the person who buys from the buyer all the way down the line to the Ebay seller. All he does is throw on top of the pile a couple of cheap detailed Constantine bronzes and photographs them and the buyer is duped into believing the whole pile is like that.

Small quantities, very cheap, are ideal and keep the kids quiet for hours.

Especially avoid those that say 'GOLD FOUND!!'....thats self explanatory.

6/ Use established dealers. We have a website as well as selling on Ebay, so do several other bona-fide coin dealers. Don't be afraid to ask questions or to research the coin you are interested in even if it is an AE bronze from the late Empire....its the only way to learn.

Simple Guide for Parents Buying Warhammer.........

This Guide is aimed at Mums and Dads who have been given a Christmas/Birthday list and are not sure what they are buying...

ASIMPLE GUIDE FOR PARENTS BUYING WARHAMMER . { Honest this is as simple as I could get it }

I have been collecting War game figures since the Mid 80s and as such have found that many of my friends have, at some, time asked me to help with what to buy when they have been given a present list.

Buying Warhammer can be easy if it is for someone who has been playing for a while and knows exactly what they want. They give you a list with the correct name, game system and hopefully an idea of the price. You can then log onto EBay and after a few mouse clicks are presented with a list of available items. If this proves fruitless and you are feeling rich then plan B is to pop along to your local friendly Games Workshop store/dealer, hand over said list life savings and leave with a bag of goodies. Job Done !!

This guide is aimed at those lucky Parents that are given a list that has the words {or similar to} " Anything Space Marine" !!! what the hell is a Space Marine ??? !!! I need explain a little bit about the different game systems ( I will keep this a short as possible )

Games Workshop games come in many flavours and are generally not compatible.

Standard Games(Easily Available on the High Street)Warhammer Fantasy Battles ( WHFB )---Sword and sorcery, knights and monsters etc. (28mm scale. Soldiers are 25 to 40 mm high).Warhammer 40,000 ( 40k )------------------- Set in the distant Future. Sci-Fi, Space Marines etc (28mm scale ).Lord of the Rings ( LOTR )-------------------- Similar to WHFB but 25mm and set in the LOTR films world.

Specialist games. ( Generally only available Mail Order or Online )Epic Armageddon (Epic)---------------------- 40K bit in a 6mm scale ( Very small, a tank fits in a matchbox) AKA Warhammer Epic 40K.Warmaster ------------------------------------WHFB at 10 mm scale (Also Very Small). Inquisitor---------------------------------------40K at 54mm scale ( troops are about 4 inches high ).Mordheim------------------------------------- Similar to WHFB.Necromunda---------------------------------- Similar to 40K.Battle of 5 armies------------------------------ Similar to LOTR but Smaller scale.Blood Bowl ---------------------------------- American football style game set in the future. BattleFleet Gothic----------------------------- Space Fleet Battles in the 40k universe.FORGEWORLD----------------------------- Not a game system but a range of models for 40K and Epic. these require a lot of skill to build and are not recommended forthe beginner.

I have generally only been asked to advise on the first three (Standard Games)for new players so this narrows the field straight away..So here are the Things that need to be considered.

WHICH GAME SYSTEM/MODELS?If you have been given all the details then you are almost there. Write them down walk into Games Workshop / Toy Shop hand over the details and they will sort you out. If you are after a bargain on EBay then check the listing and category closely and bid away.But if not the fun starts here. If you young person is new to war gaming then

NIGERIA SCAM AGAIN!! Shall i quit using ebay?

Hi, I am fairly new to ebay, I have bought a few bits and bobs and sold a few odds and bobs too. It's all been good, up til now. I have always thought I could see the fakes. Usually they look so obvious.

However, now I am not so sure if I want to use ebay.

I had a brand new Nokia 6111 pink to sell. Unwanted replacement phone. I had a lot of genuine questions asking about the network, etc. So when it sold I was pleased.

I emailed the seller (london address) to ask for thier posting preference. Next day, I received an email asking to post to Nigeria (I HAD STATED ONLY POST TO UK in listing).

Annoyed, but thought, sold it now. It was only when I noticed this 'delivery address' email had been cc'd to many other addresses (probably all the other people he was ripping off as a fake buyer) that I thought it wasnt right. I also recieved very real looking emails from paypal saying money was being sent, and transaction would be completed when I send tracking number. Again, I thought this was strange, but the FAKE PAYPAL looked very real.

I text my sis, who is a long time ebayer, and she said to come to this review page, and here I am now.

Luckily I did not send the phone, and reported the emails to ebay. However Im sure some poor people have been caught out and ripped off like I nearly was.

Please beware!

Cricket bats: Not all fakes are listed from India!

UPDATED: July, 2010: The number of fake cricket bats being sold on Ebay has risen dramatically. Where once it was just the "English Willow nurtured in India" rubbish being flogged (link to useful guide), I see that unscrupulous UK sellers are now also taking people for a ride.

Every major mass-produced brand of cricket bat (Puma, Slazenger, Kookaburra, etc) is faked. There are many ways to check on the authenticity of a bat but the best way is to simply do a search for high resolution pictures from a reputable cricket website and compare the pictures to the one being sold. If the seller uses library pictures, walk away. The exception would be Powersellers, with multiple listings, who often use stock photos for practical reasons. But you still need to read their feedback just to make sure they sell the real thing.

This cricket season, four people bought what they thought were Grade 1 Puma bats for around 75 each from a UK seller who conned them all into believing it was the genuine article. I reported the seller to Ebay but these things take long to investigate. In the meantime, the conman has started selling his driftwood bats under another user name! I have been playing semi-procricket for about 20 years and am a sports journalist - I have seen and used several genuine Grade 1 Puma bats and the ones in the listings were not one of them. For starters, the stickers on one of the bats were the wrong colour and if you looked closely at the sticker on the front face, it was not aligned correctly (too close to the edge on the left hand side). The stickers on the back were completely different from a genuine Puma bat. Puma would never let a defective bat leave its factory like that, especially not a top of the range model, which is used by its international players, including Andrew Flintoff.

You need to do your homework before bidding on an item. Impulse buys will only end in tears. The winners unfortunately saw deals that were too good to be true (the genuine Grade 1 Puma bat would be closer to 200 or even more) and forked out75 each for a fake made in India that honestly can cost as little as 5 to make (I know, I have friends and family who live in India. A Kasmir Willow fake bat with fake stickers can be manufactured in less than an hour. The real article takes a lot longer). The fake bat will simply crack and even break after a few innings whereas the real deal will last at least a few seasons, if not more if you knock it in correctly and take care of the bat.

Yes, sadly, most cricket bats on the market are copied and often sold to unsuspecting buyers. The only rare exceptions are some bespoke models (Laver

Benefit Cosmetic Fakes!

Beware there are a lot of Benefit fakes out there, I know because I have received fakes 4 times in a matter of weeks! Products that I have found to be fake are the following, Dandelion, Thrrrob, Georgia,You Rebel Lite, Dr Feelgood, Bad Gal Black, Justine Case and High Beam. Quite a list! but I'm sure there must be more products out there. You will find a lot of the products that I have mentioned for sale oneBayat the moment at incredibly cheap prices, just ask yourself are they real? The chances are they are not. Luckily I'm very familar with the product and can tell more or less straightaway that the product is a fake, as well as the difference in print, the packages are just not so precise and finished off as well as the genuine product, the colours are different, the weight of the product is lighter and goodness knows what ingredients are going in to these products that are going to end up on your face and near your eyes! Bad Gal mascara is quite an easy one to spot if you are not wholly familiar with the packaging, which is usually quite scuffed, the mascara tube has a slight indentation at the base of the tube, the genuine tube is flush with the manufacture code stamped on it. I hope the above is of interest, please be aware!

BMW Key Programming / Reprogramming

Hello everybody.

Firstly, I must apologise to all those who have purchased these instructions from me over the past few months.

From May this year, Ebay revised their Downloadable Media Policy

FEEDBACK WARNING !! GOOD REPUTATIONS CAN BE FAKED!!

WELCOME

This is just a quick guide to raise a very important issue - which i hope contains some helpful information (Please click YES at the bottom of the page if you do find it helpful).

The basis of the feedback system is to provide buyers and sellers with a fair and true view of a buyer / seller's performance on eBay. It helps buyers in particular decide whether to purchase from a particular seller or not.

However, this indication may no longer be helpful. Whilst idly searching the web, i came accross a company, which caters for eBay's crooks. There is a company, that actually creates and sells accounts to people who have previously been banned on eBay! I couldn't believe my eyes!

The company charges for this service, and sets people (most of which have previous account suspensions) up with new accounts. One of their services is to provide feedback on that account. You can also pay extra for an older account. These two factors help most buyers determine the legitimacy of a seller, yet sellers can now purchase this using PayPal, straight off the internet!

As a long term seller on eBay, i find it quite outrageous that people long term hard work and success can be bought by a simple click of a button. However, an even more problematic issue is that buyers who think they are buying from a 1,000 UK seller who has been registered for 3 years, could actually be buying from an ex-crook of ebay!

The company offers many other services, all of which are aimed at getting previous sellers who have been banned on eBay, back on there, to start selling. According to the site, eBay lost a case against them, as they had done nothing illegal.

I'm sure most readers will agree with me the serious problem sites like this create, especially if they're actually allowed, and eBay can do nothing to stop them!

This is the part where you'd look for a solution to the above mentioned problem.Unfortunately, i just don't have one. Just like everyone else, i look at the feedback score and date of registration as a key factor when purchasing.

All i can suggest is perhaps to thoroughly read all comments on their profile, ask questions if you're not in a rush, and always use PayPal (preferably when there's a buyer protection scheme available on the listing). MOST IMPORTANT, DON'T RUSH - TAKE YOUR TIME AND STUDY THE SELLER AND LISTING.

Hope you've found this guide interesting and helpful. Please click 'YES' at the bottom if you did so.

If there's anything vital you think i've missed out, i'd be glad to edit the guide, so just drop me a line.

DVD "PUBLIC DOMAIN" FARCE

HI,JUST A SHORT PIECE ON THE "PUBLIC DOMAIN" FARCE THAT IS BECOMING MORE AND MORE PREVALENT BY THE DAY ON EBAY.

IF YOU ARE NOT AWARE OF THE "PUBLIC DOMAIN" SCAM THEN THIS IS HOW IT HAPPENS.

1. A SELLER COPIES A FILM (USUALLY OLDER FILMS) OR TV SERIESONTO A DVD-R .

2.THEY LISTTHE FILM OR TV SERIES AS BEING IN THE "PUBLIC DOMAIN" AND HAVING NO COPYRIGHT THEREFORE THEY HAVE THE RIGHT TO COPY IT AND SELL IT.BUT THEY DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO SELL IT.

3.PEOPLE REPORT THESE LISTINGS BUT EBAY DON'T REMOVE THEM BECAUSEEBAY READ THE "PUBLIC DOMAIN" DISCLAIMER ANDBELIEVE THIS BULL****.

4.THE SELLER MAKES MONEY FROM SELLING ILLEGALY COPIED FILMS AND TV PROGRAMMES.SOME SELLERS ARE MAKING A LOT OF MONEY FROM THIS .ONE SELLER HAS OVER 15000 FEEDBAKS BY DOING THIS AND ANOTHR HAS NEARLY 7000. TIMES THIS BY AT LEAST 2 A TRANSACTION AND IT COMES TO A FAIR BIT.

SOME OF THE FILMS I SEE AS LISTED IN THE "PUBLIC DOMAIN" ARE RIDICULOUS.HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES-

1.FAWLTY TOWERS (THE BBC TV SERIES) , 2.THE BASIL RATHBONE SHERLOCK HOLMES FILMS, 3.ROOTS (TV SERIES), 4.THE YOUNG ONES (BBC TV SERIES), 5.THE 4 OLDER ST.TRINIANS FILMS, 6.ABBOTT AND COSTELLO, 7.HITCHCOCK FILMS,,,, THE LIST IS ENDLESS.

IF YOU WANT TO KNOW WHO ACTUALLY OWNS THE COPYRIGHT TO THESE FILMS/TV PROGRAMMES THEN DO A BIT OF RESEARCH ON GOOGLE.IT'S EASY ENOUGH TO FIND OUT.

I REALLY DO THINK IT'S ABOUT TIME EBAY DID SOMETHING ABOUT THIS.IF YOU AGREE WITH ME THEN GIVE THIS REVIEW A VOTE.

weight watchers products

i have noticed that someone is selling weight watchers products on ebay, just to let you all know that these are sometimesDOUBLE the price or MORE than you would pay at a meeting.

If you are a weight watchers member you can go into any meeting and purchase these products for a lot less money, (suppose you can even if your not a member who knows) i cant see why you as a buyer should have to pay over the odds for these when whoever sells them doesnt have to pay for them- they are to sell in the meeting for weight watchers as a company. I have been a member of weight watchers forover 2 yrs losing just over 2 stone to get to my goal,andI am just trying to support the leaders who do a fab job and bring the products to meetings every week.

for example the starter packs in a meeting are 9.95 not 17 plus p

Palicomp ( My Experience )

Pentium64 Dual Core 6.4Ghz 2GB/250GB + 19" Widescreen TFT LCD

Contacted Palicomp by telephone after winning auction, upgraded system, advised over phone,that I could pay by Credit Card, no mention of any extra charge ( 4% ) asked for Total To Payand made a record of total, also asked for an invoice to be sent with delivery, nothing sent!Contacted support ( 75p a minute ) re: broken and missing items, credit card charge, brokenitem sent, still awaiting missing item, accounts eventually got in touch, stating read termsand conditions. Why can`t this company adopt decent practice`s ?

Motherboard has only 2 PCI expansion slots and one IDE + 4 SATA, so not so good forexpansion, but is future-proofed in other areas. Installed components are high quality, with theexception of memory and case. Build quality, slapdash, on setting up, I had to install floppy drivecorrectly ( error 40 ) case front had been broken by being fitted wrongly, one memory chip was seated loosely. A little more assembly time and better quality control is very much needed.Packaging left a lot to be desired, one small piece of bubble wrap, broken support polystyrene,plenty of sellotape!!! LCD Box damaged, missing lead, ( Overall impression -Disappointment )Two things not mentioned on E-Bay listing, are the 75p a minute support line, and the 4% CreditCard Charge, not good !

From the condition of the sent items, and within the timescale involved ( 2 working days ) I can only assume, that the goods sent to me, were already returned items, and after a quickinspection, were sent out again ? I am very upset about my whole experience with this company,and will not use them again, I have advised the OFT and the ASA.

This is my own personal experience, and in no way should this influence any future buyersdealings with this company.