blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 3, 2006 10:12:37 GMT -5
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Post by deb193 on Apr 3, 2006 11:43:15 GMT -5
I got some dalmation jasper and tree agate. It was as described. Just be aware that all auctions start at $9.99 - no matter what the value of the rock, so check thegemshop or someplace for an idea of value. Also, there is about $4 handling per rock on top of UPS charges.
The do offer the option to pick up, which only helps if NYC is convenient to you, but it is always nice to have the option.
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Post by Toad on Apr 3, 2006 20:18:03 GMT -5
Yeah, they do run high on shipping and handling, but if you're careful on what auctions you buy, it is still worth it. Bought from them several times.
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Post by krazydiamond on Apr 3, 2006 20:45:54 GMT -5
if you sift back through all the old posts, i believe Sands had some difficulty with this NY vendor, but maybe things have improved since then?
always happy to hear of good transactions,
KD
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mershira
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Post by mershira on Apr 3, 2006 22:17:51 GMT -5
I've bought from them several times, they have very nice stuff. Will have to check out the rock shop haven't been there yet.
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mershira
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Post by mershira on Apr 4, 2006 19:20:12 GMT -5
Just checked out the rock shed and i will be buying from there. They have a lot of nice rocks and some priced way better than on ebay. There goes the rest of my money. LOL!!
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stefan
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Post by stefan on Apr 5, 2006 8:49:06 GMT -5
Astro had some problems a while back- But it seems that everything latly has been pretty smooth- Plus If you get Rock and Gem- they have an add in it- THE ENTIRE BACK COVER!!!!!! they are pretty seriious about this rock thing-
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 5, 2006 9:06:31 GMT -5
Hey Stefan - The wife picked up the latest issue of Rock and Gem for me and Yes, I did notice that the advert on the back cover...they are definitely serious...
As for the auctions....I guess it's just like any other auction...I just bid the maximum I'm willing to pay and hope for the best....! I think I did pretty well on my last 2 purchases from them...
Dan
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Post by deb193 on Apr 5, 2006 9:24:45 GMT -5
Just checked out the rock shed and i will be buying from there. They have a lot of nice rocks and some priced way better than on ebay. There goes the rest of my money. LOL!! are we talking therockshed.com or thegemshop.com? the latter is the one I meant. |
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earthdog
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Post by earthdog on Apr 5, 2006 13:19:36 GMT -5
Don't look at the Gem Shop if you want competitive prices! The Gem Shop is pretty high on all their stuff. If you do order from them, maybe you'll get lucky and get a free calender.....
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stefan
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Post by stefan on Apr 5, 2006 13:21:54 GMT -5
Damn Earth- No Clanader For you!!!!!!!! Heck it's April- give it up  |
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 5, 2006 14:37:44 GMT -5
hehehe...not bitter at all are you e-Dog? ...lol... Damn those B*stards! (joking)... No Candy, No Calander, no extra 'junk'....it's just not right!!! To be honest...I've gotten some extra 'junk' from some vendors that I probably could've done without....
Stuff comin your way soon E-Dog..haven't forgotten. I'm just slow...
Dan
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Rockygibraltar
fully equipped rock polisher
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Post by Rockygibraltar on Apr 5, 2006 21:47:55 GMT -5
Astro has treated me well.
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 10, 2006 10:44:35 GMT -5
Well....of course as soon as I post how great they are...I haven't received shipment of my last auction win from them...they state 3-4 days shipping after payment is recieved...Its been 6 business days and no word yet. They even charge handling fees! ...Argh!!! I've sent several e-mails and tried to call but all I get is a busy signal...
I suppose someone from Astro Gallery will sign on and start calling me a trash talking jerk or something like that now....
LOL...
Dan
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 10, 2006 11:49:55 GMT -5
Okay...I just called 'em again and they said that they lost internet connection and couldn't ship for several days.. I asked if they were going to waive the handling fees and they said they would ship it overnight instead...fine with me...and they didn't even call me any names!!!
Imagine that!
Dan
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Post by deb193 on Apr 10, 2006 12:08:20 GMT -5
Good for you asking for the service you were paying for. I think some vendors want buyers to be docile doormats. Sounds like overnight shipping is a reasonable way to handle the situation. What will you do if the mess up and just ship regular ground?
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 10, 2006 12:19:20 GMT -5
I suppose my only recourse after that would be to file a dispute with E-Bay and of course...stop purchasing from them. I think they will make it right though...We'll see.
I'll post an update later....
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Sabre52
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Post by Sabre52 on Apr 10, 2006 12:34:56 GMT -5
In my experience they are fairly slow at shipping but that's probably due to the high volume of material they handle and waiting for UPS pickups etc. They have always combined wins for me and saved me a bit on shipping. Qualitywise, except for one kind of mediocre lot of green zebra, all the stuff I've won on their auctions has been pretty high quality. I'd buy from them again...mel
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 10, 2006 13:12:28 GMT -5
Mel...I agree.......I can't complain about the quality at all.. and I'd say that $9.99 is a reasonable starting price for 10# lot auctions...I've had some good deals from them...I believe them when they say they had internet problems...they're phone lines were down too....
Dan
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blarneystone
spending too much on rocks
Rocks in my head
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Post by blarneystone on Apr 10, 2006 15:34:14 GMT -5
So....Just got the shipment notification e-mail....looks like they added a couple of pounds to the order for the trouble....All is well. Ahhhh....
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