Thinking of bumping minimum post count.

[Marlin]

Since it seem there are a bunch of new people off of Armslist that seem to be migrating over here.

I am giving consideration to upping the minimum post count to get into the trading post.

What should it be. I would prefer the older more established members that don't post much access, But I would like it high enough to keep that just a few garbage posts won't cut it.

5 day poll, be sure to vote.

[BigMat]

Could you have an exception to the rule for time on the boards?

Maybe make it by invitation only?

I think it should aim high because it seems like if you go with 20-50 you will just wind up with 20-50 "lols", "+1", or "your forum is stupid and I shouldn't need to post to sell...blah blah blah, free speech" posts.

Maybe make it clear this is a place to share ideas where you can buy/sell stuff once in a while, not a place to buy/sell stuff that you can talk on once in a while.


I say 100 or so if by post count alone

[Marlin]

Well, vote.

And for the most part "+1's" get deleted around here unless it's followed up.

[blacklabel]

+1.

Just to make sure it doesn't get deleted...

[Marlin]

Just to make sure it doesn't get deleted...

Too late..

[opie011]

This forum is addicting enough so posting isn't hard to do here so I voted 100posts

[ray1970]

I threw in a vote for 100, although part of me agrees with a previous post to just let the buyers/sellers post away as it will increase the chances of me buying something I want or selling something. Of course this is the only internet forum I am currently active on because I feel it is well moderated and, for the most part, is full of good people. I suppose the higher post count will weed out some of the riff-raff and keep this site fun to visit.

[ray1970]

Here's a thought... how about not being able to post something for sale until you have three positive feedbacks? If someone wants to sign up, buy a few items, and prove they are decent, reliable people then they will be allowed to sell their stuff.

Just an idea.

[Robby30-06]

Voted 100. When i first arrived here i think i would have been against a minimum post count. After hanging around a while i can understand why some may be in favor. This is a whole lot more than a gun classifieds, it is an entire community of people seeking ideas and advice and sharing the same.

I also have noticed there are usually as many guests viewing any given thread as there are members (kinda like we are in a room doing our thing with one way mirrors all over the place). Kinda creepy to think one of them could jump in and right away and be on the same level as everyone else.

As for the long timers with small counts, i would be in favor of some Grandfather clause.

Oh yeah and i don't want any newbies sniping me on any more gun deals.

[SideShow Bob]

Yep,
50 sounds good or 1 year as a member. Voted.