Am I wrong for considering a return on this card?

[the 'stache]

Thank you for the feedback, guys. I've decided to keep it. And here's why.

First of all, when all the facts are weighed, the seller did what they were supposed to do. Their policy was clearly stated-a return is offered for 14 days if the item received is not as described. And well, it was described accurately. It arrived quickly, it was well protected, and it was exactly as it was portrayed. It was graded very good by PSA, and that's how the auction was presented. Though Ebay might have changed how images are displayed on an auction or buy it now item, it doesn't matter, because the seller provided three super high resolution images that showed the card front and back. It would have only taken me a few more seconds to scroll down and make sure that I saw everything there was to see. I didn't. They met their obligation, and then some. It's not the seller's fault that I found the card only twenty minutes before the auction ended. Nobody was holding a gun to my head, forcing me to obligate myself. And that was certainly not the only Fred Clarke T206 I'll ever see on Ebay. I could have passed, but I decided to enter a bid.

I'm a man of integrity, and ultimately, as Cory said on his thread about his encounter with Striker, my word, and my reputation, is far more important to me than a hundred bucks. I could have accepted a discounted refund, but that means the seller has to go to the trouble of relisting the card, repackaging it, and making another run to the post office. Why? Because I couldn't be bothered to read a little bit further? The onus is on me.

I'm working on building a nice T206 set right now. Once I'm done, I might upgrade a few cards. Hell, I might upgrade a few before then. Until that day comes, I'll enjoy the cards I have, my Fred Clarke being one of them. All things considered, it looks pretty damned nice for a piece of century old cardboard.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by the 'stache

Thank you for the feedback, guys. I've decided to keep it. And here's why.

First of all, when all the facts are weighed, the seller did what they were supposed to do. Their policy was clearly stated-a return is offered for 14 days if the item received is not as described. And well, it was described accurately. It arrived quickly, it was well protected, and it was exactly as it was portrayed. It was graded very good by PSA, and that's how the auction was presented. Though Ebay might have changed how images are displayed on an auction or buy it now item, it doesn't matter, because the seller provided three super high resolution images that showed the card front and back. It would have only taken me a few more seconds to scroll down and make sure that I saw everything there was to see. I didn't. They met their obligation, and then some. It's not the seller's fault that I found the card only twenty minutes before the auction ended. Nobody was holding a gun to my head, forcing me to obligate myself. And that was certainly not the only Fred Clarke T206 I'll ever see on Ebay. I could have passed, but I decided to enter a bid.

I'm a man of integrity, and ultimately, as Cory said on his thread about his encounter with Striker, my word, and my reputation, is far more important to me than a hundred bucks. I could have accepted a discounted refund, but that means the seller has to go to the trouble of relisting the card, repackaging it, and making another run to the post office. Why? Because I couldn't be bothered to read a little bit further? The onus is on me.

I'm working on building a nice T206 set right now. Once I'm done, I might upgrade a few cards. Hell, I might upgrade a few before then. Until that day comes, I'll enjoy the cards I have, my Fred Clarke being one of them. All things considered, it looks pretty damned nice for a piece of century old cardboard.

You Sir have my respect for the way you handled this situation.

[kamikidEFFL]

I would say if its not what you expected and you explain why your not happy I don't see the guy not excepting it back.

[ibuysportsephemera]

Originally Posted by the 'stache

Thank you for the feedback, guys. I've decided to keep it. And here's why.

First of all, when all the facts are weighed, the seller did what they were supposed to do. Their policy was clearly stated-a return is offered for 14 days if the item received is not as described. And well, it was described accurately. It arrived quickly, it was well protected, and it was exactly as it was portrayed. It was graded very good by PSA, and that's how the auction was presented. Though Ebay might have changed how images are displayed on an auction or buy it now item, it doesn't matter, because the seller provided three super high resolution images that showed the card front and back. It would have only taken me a few more seconds to scroll down and make sure that I saw everything there was to see. I didn't. They met their obligation, and then some. It's not the seller's fault that I found the card only twenty minutes before the auction ended. Nobody was holding a gun to my head, forcing me to obligate myself. And that was certainly not the only Fred Clarke T206 I'll ever see on Ebay. I could have passed, but I decided to enter a bid.

I'm a man of integrity, and ultimately, as Cory said on his thread about his encounter with Striker, my word, and my reputation, is far more important to me than a hundred bucks. I could have accepted a discounted refund, but that means the seller has to go to the trouble of relisting the card, repackaging it, and making another run to the post office. Why? Because I couldn't be bothered to read a little bit further? The onus is on me.

I'm working on building a nice T206 set right now. Once I'm done, I might upgrade a few cards. Hell, I might upgrade a few before then. Until that day comes, I'll enjoy the cards I have, my Fred Clarke being one of them. All things considered, it looks pretty damned nice for a piece of century old cardboard.

As primarily a seller on eBay, I really respect this post. You are an honorable man!

Jeff

[Leon]

I agree with your thought process Bill. For the record I think it's a decent looking three. That corner wear is normal aging and doesn't bother me much at all. Now, if it had a crease through his face, or something I couldn't live with, then I would do a return. I hate having returns on either end of the equation. But every now and then they are something we have to deal with. It's just part of collecting. In the long run, if you can't live with it you can still upgrade it. But if i was doing a "3" set I would be happy with it.

[bobbyw8469]

I had a guy recently return a 1961 Mickey Mantle PSA 7. I had large scans front and back of the card. In my opinion, it was one of the best looking 7's out there. He didn't think so. I agree with what someone else said - 3rd party grading was supposed to eliminate all this. Everyone wants a card that looks better than the grade. OP said he didn't like the one corner. Me, personally, I don't see it. I think the card looks good. I am glad the OP has decided to keep the card - I am sorry he don't like it. If he ever decided to sell it, I am sure he would have no problem getting his money back.

[KCRfan1]

The card looks nice to me and graded fairly at a 3. Then again, I'm not looking at my cards with loops and microscopes.

[bbcard1]

I lost interest when you said SMR.

[hammer]

Card looks nicely centered with good eye appeal keep it and look for another and by the time you find the one you like. Sell this one and you will probably make money with it.