Checking feedback has worked well for me. I appreciate the feedback you leave for one another because it makes it easier for me to decide who is worth dealing with and who should be avoided.

Communications is the key. I was born an annal retentive person and I am aware it can be annoying having everything I expect spelled out either on the phone or in an email prior to a meeting, but it helps me avoid any misunderstandings later on down the road.

Guns are mechanical items and through regular use, there are parts that will need to be repaired or replaced. If I am buying a used gun, I expect to pay for a used gun. If I want NIB, I buy from a reputable dealer.

All of my guns are shooters. I am not a collector. Nothing I buy will be NIB for very long after I own it. If someone is buying from me, I will tell them how long I've owned it and how much I've shot it. If anything has been repaired or replaced, I will tell them that as well. So far things have gone pretty well and I really enjoy every FTF purchase/sale I've done through this board. Guess I'm just lucky.