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switters · 11-22-2010, 10:23 AM

I used to have no trouble selling gear here. But I just posted a K-x and an FA50/1.4, and haven't had a nibble. I researched prices beforehand, and I think what I'm asking is fair for each item. $415 for the K-x + 18-55 kit, which is almost brand new (1500 clicks), and $300 for the FA50, which is also in mint condition. Prices include shipping and Paypal.

In the past I'd get several inquiries within a few days of posting. Not happening so far. Is it harder to sell gear here now, or are my prices just too high?

Last edited by Bramela; 12-04-2010 at 09:01 PM.

kryss · 11-22-2010, 10:31 AM

Originally posted by switters

I used to have no trouble selling gear here. But I just posted a K-x and an FA50/1.4, and haven't had a nibble. I researched prices beforehand, and I think what I'm asking is fair for each item. $415 for the K-x + 18-55 kit, which is almost brand new (1500 clicks), and $300 for the FA50, which is also in mint condition. Prices include shipping and Paypal.

In the past I'd get several inquiries within a few days of posting. Not happening so far. Is it harder to sell gear here now, or are my prices just too high?

I think a lot of the newcomers believe the forum is a bargain basement or that they should receive lower than market prices,what they do not realize is the quality is always better buying from the Forum

chrisca70 · 11-22-2010, 10:48 AM

I thinks so, but besides getting lucky with Craigslist or facebook, the other option is evilBay but then you have to pay a bunch of fees. So when buying my money is on the forum, but when selling I post my stuff in CL, here, and facebook, and then wait.... if I need to sell fast it goes to eBay as an auction...

**germar** · 11-22-2010, 10:51 AM

Originally posted by chrisca70

when selling I post my stuff in CL, here, and facebook, and then wait.... .

How do you sell on facebook???

switters · 11-22-2010, 10:54 AM

Originally posted by germar

How do you sell on facebook???

Yes, I'd be interested to hear about this too.

Anyone had luck with FredMiranda.com? Canon and Nikon sells like hotcakes there, but I don't see much Pentax gear. Couldn't hurt to try, though - it's free.

Manel Brand · 11-22-2010, 10:54 AM

Originally posted by switters

Is it getting harder to sell gear on this forum?

A hint: everybody is saving for the K-5. Aren't you?

pxpaulx · 11-22-2010, 10:55 AM

The sad thing is I'll pos something for sale here, inevitably end up selling on eBay at a higher price to cover the fees. I would love to tell prospective buyers there to hit up the forum for a free discount, but obviously that isn't kosher! I much prefer to sell to other members than a random ebayer.

**Michaelina2** · 11-22-2010, 11:28 AM

Originally posted by switters

...are my prices just too high?

Yes... and your earlier quick sales suggest your prices were seen as too low at the time. Keep in mind that everything for sale is overpriced until it sells. If your unsold item is not considered overpriced by your prospects... it would be sold!

Price is everything... (even free)!

Cheers...

dmeadows85 · 11-22-2010, 11:49 AM

Switters, wish I would have known you had a K-x for that price a few months ago, you would have saved me $50!

Mike.P® · 11-22-2010, 11:54 AM

Originally posted by dmeadows85

Switters, wish I would have known you had a K-x for that price a few months ago, you would have saved me $50!

A few months ago it would have been $50 dearer as it was newer.

**Lowell Goudge** · 11-22-2010, 11:56 AM

it may be a sign of the times, economy wise.

COnsidering the crash in the S&L and economy 2 years ago, I am suprised that used equipment has done as well as it has.

writeb · 11-22-2010, 12:04 PM

Price and timing is everything. Adjust your price, and/or hang out, and you'll get a bite, i'm sure.

I used to be taken aback at the apparent premium afforded to gear listed here, but after hanging out for a while, I also noticed great deals and rare items usually not available anywhere else.

**germar** · 11-22-2010, 12:05 PM

Originally posted by Manel Brand

A hint: everybody is saving for the K-5. Aren't you?

I also think the new, cheap 35mm f2.4 lens is taking a bite out of all wide/normal lens sales on the forum. I think all 28mm -55mm prime sales have been impacted by this inexpensive lens. With this new 35mm around, you have to offer a lens at a price others can't refuse, or simply put em back on the shelf until the next wave of Takumar-mania strikes.

StepOne · 11-22-2010, 12:17 PM

I see FA50 at BH listed for 359$. If this is right, if i would be in the States, no offence, but i would go 59$ more for a new one with warranty.

switters · 11-22-2010, 12:20 PM

Originally posted by StepOne

I see FA50 at BH listed for 359$. If this is right, if i would be in the States, no offence, but i would go 59$ more for a new one with warranty.

Thanks for pointing that out.

11-22-2010, 10:23 AM	#1
switters Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 346	Is it getting harder to sell gear on this forum? I used to have no trouble selling gear here. But I just posted a K-x and an FA50/1.4, and haven't had a nibble. I researched prices beforehand, and I think what I'm asking is fair for each item. $415 for the K-x + 18-55 kit, which is almost brand new (1500 clicks), and $300 for the FA50, which is also in mint condition. Prices include shipping and Paypal. In the past I'd get several inquiries within a few days of posting. Not happening so far. Is it harder to sell gear here now, or are my prices just too high? Last edited by Bramela; 12-04-2010 at 09:01 PM.

11-22-2010, 10:51 AM	#4
germar Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North Palm Beach, Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 728	Facebook? Originally posted by chrisca70 when selling I post my stuff in CL, here, and facebook, and then wait.... . How do you sell on facebook???

11-22-2010, 11:28 AM	#8
Michaelina2 Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SE Michigan USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,302	Economics 101 Originally posted by switters ...are my prices just too high? Yes... and your earlier quick sales suggest your prices were seen as too low at the time. Keep in mind that everything for sale is overpriced until it sells. If your unsold item is not considered overpriced by your prospects... it would be sold! Price is everything... (even free)! Cheers...

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11-22-2010, 10:31 AM	#2
kryss Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alberta Posts: 218	Originally posted by switters I used to have no trouble selling gear here. But I just posted a K-x and an FA50/1.4, and haven't had a nibble. I researched prices beforehand, and I think what I'm asking is fair for each item. $415 for the K-x + 18-55 kit, which is almost brand new (1500 clicks), and $300 for the FA50, which is also in mint condition. Prices include shipping and Paypal. In the past I'd get several inquiries within a few days of posting. Not happening so far. Is it harder to sell gear here now, or are my prices just too high? I think a lot of the newcomers believe the forum is a bargain basement or that they should receive lower than market prices,what they do not realize is the quality is always better buying from the Forum

11-22-2010, 10:48 AM	#3
chrisca70 Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Photos: Gallery Posts: 81	I thinks so, but besides getting lucky with Craigslist or facebook, the other option is evilBay but then you have to pay a bunch of fees. So when buying my money is on the forum, but when selling I post my stuff in CL, here, and facebook, and then wait.... if I need to sell fast it goes to eBay as an auction...

11-22-2010, 10:54 AM	#5
switters Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 346 Original Poster	Originally posted by germar How do you sell on facebook??? Yes, I'd be interested to hear about this too. Anyone had luck with FredMiranda.com? Canon and Nikon sells like hotcakes there, but I don't see much Pentax gear. Couldn't hurt to try, though - it's free.

11-22-2010, 10:54 AM	#6
Manel Brand Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Porto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 853	Originally posted by switters Is it getting harder to sell gear on this forum? A hint: everybody is saving for the K-5. Aren't you?

11-22-2010, 10:55 AM	#7
pxpaulx Veteran Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 2,867	The sad thing is I'll pos something for sale here, inevitably end up selling on eBay at a higher price to cover the fees. I would love to tell prospective buyers there to hit up the forum for a free discount, but obviously that isn't kosher! I much prefer to sell to other members than a random ebayer.

11-22-2010, 11:49 AM	#9
dmeadows85 Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Decatur, GA Photos: Gallery Posts: 69	Switters, wish I would have known you had a K-x for that price a few months ago, you would have saved me $50!

11-22-2010, 11:54 AM	#10
Mike.P® Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Milton, Hampshire, UK Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,154	Originally posted by dmeadows85 Switters, wish I would have known you had a K-x for that price a few months ago, you would have saved me $50! A few months ago it would have been $50 dearer as it was newer.

11-22-2010, 11:56 AM	#11
Lowell Goudge Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,892	it may be a sign of the times, economy wise. COnsidering the crash in the S&L and economy 2 years ago, I am suprised that used equipment has done as well as it has.

11-22-2010, 12:04 PM	#12
writeb Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Jose Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 150	Price and timing is everything. Adjust your price, and/or hang out, and you'll get a bite, i'm sure. I used to be taken aback at the apparent premium afforded to gear listed here, but after hanging out for a while, I also noticed great deals and rare items usually not available anywhere else.

11-22-2010, 12:05 PM	#13
germar Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North Palm Beach, Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 728	Originally posted by Manel Brand A hint: everybody is saving for the K-5. Aren't you? I also think the new, cheap 35mm f2.4 lens is taking a bite out of all wide/normal lens sales on the forum. I think all 28mm -55mm prime sales have been impacted by this inexpensive lens. With this new 35mm around, you have to offer a lens at a price others can't refuse, or simply put em back on the shelf until the next wave of Takumar-mania strikes.

11-22-2010, 12:17 PM	#14
StepOne Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Botosani Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 285	I see FA50 at BH listed for 359$. If this is right, if i would be in the States, no offence, but i would go 59$ more for a new one with warranty.

11-22-2010, 12:20 PM	#15
switters Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 346 Original Poster	Originally posted by StepOne I see FA50 at BH listed for 359$. If this is right, if i would be in the States, no offence, but i would go 59$ more for a new one with warranty. Thanks for pointing that out.