Thinking of bumping minimum post count.

[Drilldov2.0]

Yeah, several. I'm not sure how it would work for them to give up all of their free time to babysit that thing all the time. God knows I got burned out on it.

Falls back to what I would have liked to do, and just get rid of it.

Reading through the responses, I kind of like the idea about us policing our own community. How exactly that can be done without abusing the system will require a bit more thought and dialogue. A seller reputation system would help a bit, however that does not stop someone from starting a new account after they have been removed from the Trading post. I still like the idea of public accountability in regards to transactions.

[sniper7]

Reading through the responses, I kind of like the idea about us policing our own community. How exactly that can be done without abusing the system will require a bit more thought and dialogue. A seller reputation system would help a bit, however that does not stop someone from starting a new account after they have been removed from the Trading post. I still like the idea of public accountability in regards to transactions.

wouldn't an entire IP or user ban (not just the members name) solve most of the multi-account offenders?

[trlcavscout]

wouldn't an entire IP or user ban (not just the members name) solve most of the multi-account offenders?

Nope, I for one share PC's with other users, my wife, brother, co-worker etc. I share work PC, laptop, and phone on occasion. So banning 1 IP could ban multiple legit members.

[sniper7]

Nope, I for one share PC's with other users, my wife, brother, co-worker etc. I share work PC, laptop, and phone on occasion. So banning 1 IP could ban multiple legit members.

okay, didn't know that. that wouldn't definitely stink! I'm not a computer guy, so I don't much this stuff!

[Drilldov2.0]

wouldn't an entire IP or user ban (not just the members name) solve most of the multi-account offenders?

While I am not certain, I don't think so. Unless someone who is an offender has a static IP and no access to another computer an "entire ip ban" would entail banning every user of an isp wherein you are issued a dynamic ip every time you log in. That would prove detrimental to the trading post. Then there is the question of proxy servers. There is really too much to consider when dealing with online transactions. If we need to lock down the trading post because of abuses, then only a ftf transfer with a 3rd party witness would suffice. Perhaps an FTF day at a Site shoot? I don't know what is the solution right now. Is setting up a group COAR15 Trading post day where transactions can be held and some shooting done be too unreasonable? Once a month for now with other members present? Just spit balling here.

[GoldFinger]

I may be in the minority opinion here, but in my personal case the post count and/or time would have been a negative impression for me. Found this site when I started getting interested in firearms, and I bought my first AR here that was probably about my 5th post. That was it for me, I was hooked, not only on the firearms aspect but also the amussing banter on this site.

Granted, I don't have to deal with the crap the MODs deal with, but from a user perspective it might have come out different for me had I had to be one of the "good ol boys" to actually get into the game.

Just my 2 cents and if you don't agree I'm happy to fully refund your purchase price on this opinion.


BTW, I've learned more from the people on this site than I ever could hope to contribute. Thanks COAR15.

[lead_magnet]

I agree, it SUCKS being a new guy and not meeting requirements because you don't post general BS alot. Not that shooting the shit is a bad thing, its just that some of us read, and if there is nothing valuable to contribute that hasn't been said before, we dont' feel the need to "+1" ... :P

So in essence, "+1" to the guy above me. HA!

Go ahead, mod me...I'm wearing my mod-proof vest Fooooo.

Wow...maybe I should stop drinking for the night.

[Bowtie]

I voted 50 only because 15 wasnt an option.

[alxone]

Reading through the responses, I kind of like the idea about us policing our own community. How exactly that can be done without abusing the system will require a bit more thought and dialogue. A seller reputation system would help a bit, however that does not stop someone from starting a new account after they have been removed from the Trading post. I still like the idea of public accountability in regards to transactions.

this^

i voted 50 for firearms (it should go for places to shoot ,imho) . but i dont think post count should matter for the other stuff . buying or trading other stuff (mags parts ect .) is a great way us to get to know someone new . also if its a firearm they really want then they can send a pm and if they low ball or try to get over on anyone they should (and would if its me ) have negative feedback before they can even post in the firearms section . but thats just my 2 cents