Stealthbomber Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 I recall, a while back (before you had to be a member to view the forums), Arnie said he wasn't going to bother to update the format for the sales forums because the VCRB would soon put an end to most of the sales anyway. So..... Having achieved an excemption from the VCRB, is it about time somebody had a look at updating the sales forums? The sales forums on ASCUK are MUCH better laid out, with seperate secions for AEGS, gas and kit. Given that it now isn't a waste of time, perhaps it's now worth updating arnies sales forums? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
5thElement Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 They're fine as they are as far im concerned lol i dont like looking in different sections for everything, i prefer having it all in one place myself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheesy_chicken101 Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Stealthbomber has a point, but i also aggree with 5th_Element When there is nothing particular i want to buy, but i just want to browse, the current layout is the best. But when I want somehting inparticular, it would be better if it was split up. How about split it up in different subforums, but make an extra subforum, where everything is listed (so it suits everyone). Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlowe Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 As I understand it, we're moving over to this auction-style system before long, and closing down the old sales method. If so then there's not much point in making the amendments. However if we're not then I fully agree that this is a worthwhile amendment. I know Arnie is planning several changes over upcoming months, so we'll all just have to wait and see what they are. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kliskey Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 (edited) I have to agree with Stealth here - The way ASCUK have set up their for sale forum, is a work of genius (well not quite) But when comparing to Arnies, I do get quite frustrated Over on the other forums, Aegs arnt mixed up with gear, or pistols with the Accessories - Its far easier to navigate As for the new "Auction" Syle setup - And this is purely my opinion! I think its rubbish I dont think that if you shut down the current "for sale" areas it is going to be a hit Again - Thats just my opinion on the matter Edited September 24, 2006 by kliskey Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlowe Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 I think at the end of the day if everyone things the new approach is rubbish, the best thing to do is to let Arnie know about it (maybe a petition or whatever if you fancy). As I've seen thus far, most people are more than happy to have a quiet whine about the system but no-one is prepared to do anything pro-active about the matter (seems to be a British tendency...). If most people want to see something like the current system with amendments rather than the new method, why not actually show Arnie that this is the case? Just a thought anyway. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kliskey Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 I would say something, but I dont want Arnie to take offence - I know alot of effort has been put in to make these auctions - And it would be a shame to let them go to waiste - As said, it is only I who thinks that they are poor - I dont know what "The Others" or "Normal People" think Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlowe Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 So er...You don't want to have the airsoft forums, but you don't want to do anything about it, either? I despair, I really do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kliskey Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 >.< Thats not what I meant - I don't want him to throw a fit and boot me After all the hard work he has put in, he deserves appreciation and respect! Ill wait a little while before I make a move Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlowe Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Hehe, fair enough, I can appreciate that. Arnie really isn't that kind of guy however. I have to say he's perhaps the most tolerant member of staff on this forum. As long as it's clear that you're trying to offer constructive criticism rather than destructive (which sadly he has all too much of), I'm sure he'd be more than happy to hear people's thoughts. After all, if most people think the same as you, I'm sure the last thing Arnie would want is to alienate all you guys with a system you didn't like. P.S. Have we had this conversation before? I just had a bizarre sense of deja-vu... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Maybe a poll on the subject would be worthwhile? Anyway, it seems with the auction system, we've now got both approaches anyway, so why not let the two co-exist, and people can use what they're most comfortable with? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marlowe Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Good idea that man. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 I'm not just a pretty face. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DirtyMoFo Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 I'm not even a pretty face. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> yep good thinking batman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cheesy_chicken101 Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 There ye go. http://www.arniesairsoft.co.uk/forums/inde...=19&t=80531&st= Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stealthbomber Posted September 24, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Personally, I took a quick look at the auction forum-thing and then never bothered again. Auctions are fickle at the best of times and, when you mix in the sometimes, erm.. volatile, nature of airsoft forum users, I reckon the whole thing would become a recipe for disaster. Beyond that, I can't really see why an auction couldn't be carried out under the current system. Surely it's possible to post an item for sale and invite offers for 7 days, at which time the item will be sold to the highest bidder? If Arnies changes over completely to auctions then I suspect that most UK airsoft trading would move to the ASCUK forums. Sorry if that sounds threatening or argumentative. I honestly don't mean it like that. I just reckon that most people will prefer to make a definate purchase rather than engage in an auction which might last a week with no guarantee of them getting the item they want. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Posted September 24, 2006 Report Share Posted September 24, 2006 Like I said, at the moment we have the best of both worlds. If you prefer the ASCUK-style layout, or you want to auction something, you can use the new system. For those of us who prefer the old layout/approach, the Sales forums are still there. Everybody's happy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stealthbomber Posted October 16, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2006 One thing that occured to me... Is there any way that you could create a dropdown box in the post-new-thread menu so that people could select AEG, GBB, Springer, Gear etc as a subject? When a viewer looks at the forums they could sort it by date or Subject and so either get the most recent items OR get items sorted by category? I have no idea how hard this would be to impliment. I just mention is as a suggestion if somebody is planning changes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hardboiledcop Posted October 17, 2006 Report Share Posted October 17, 2006 Don't change it. As a buyer and mainly as a seller I prefer that I have to announce a price and allow people to make offers. Being able to put something up without a definite price causes alot more hassle for the buyer, as well as the possibility of someone overpaying for an item for lack of knowledge of the price of upgrades, and without taking into account the possible wear and lack of warranty. Some people may say it's their own fault if they overpay for an item, but I for one am totally against a seller's market. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sturgis Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 i have to agrree with kliskey on this on, it's not all that good. i bothered with putting about 5 or 7 items on it, and they all got sold through the forums rather then the auction system. i've replied to adds, and never gotten a reply back, imho seem to like forums, an easier and perhaps safer enviroment to deal in. Offcourse, it cant be questioned that it doesn't work at all, because obviously stuff has been sold on there, so the suggestion to just retain both would probably be the best solution. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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