Comical Shysters on Craigslist

hyperhad

Interestingly, all of these suspect sellers had ads that were labelled "sponsored". I asked the site, and they said these sellers might just be trying to get "clicks" on their item, and this would somehow benefit them. Does anyone have any idea what these sellers would gain, using this practice?

High Hope

There has been a mint but not-so-beautiful oval (flying saucer) Camy advertised on CL forever. The price was $200, but last week I saw he'd reduced it to $100. I would take a chance, send him the money, and anxiously await the watch (which did sound like a really nice bit of 70s weirdness.)

Here's the string. If you're interested contact the guy. He seemed like a delightful fellow.


CAMLY Swiss Mens Automatic Watch Vintage - like new - $100
This watch is triple signed , crown , dial, and has the ordinal band. All in perfect condition from the seventies. I am the original owner and it has been hardly worn, no problems. Please send a phone number because I will only respond to your phone number. Thanks!

Hi,
You can reach me at 336-xxx-xxxx. I'm in central NC.
Thanks,
High Hope

"Are you interested in coming to Charlotte to see the watch?"

Hi,
I like the watch. A trip is probably not necessary. Your ad has been up for a while, and you seem like an honest person. Let me know:
-Do you have any removed links from the bracelet?
-Any service history?
-Is it keeping accurate time?
Thanks. Feel free to call but email is better. My phone is 336-xxx-xxxx
Regards,
High Hope

"The add has been up because I am selective, BTW it’s unnecessary for you to state that, and that somebody seems “okay”, and I don’t ship items. Local sale f to f only. No links, fits my 7.5 inch wrist at full adjustment, and has never needed service. You won’t find a finer Swiss watch in this condition for a 100 bucks. Please don’t respond without a plan to see the watch or have someone here purchase it. I will probably be raising the price soon. Thanks."

No thanks, I don’t deal with unpleasant people.