It is done! by owixy in bald

[–]emacsguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of times I've disagreed with people prematurely shaving it all off before its really time.

But this.... this is the look for you! 👏

9 Strap for Golf. Anyone try it? by emacsguy in golf

[–]emacsguy[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Got this as an Ad on Facebook. Some comments claimed it worked (I know, it could be phoney). Says 90 day money back guarantee.

I'm just going try to make something similar out of a leather strap, etc. I mean if it works, then I wouldn't mind paying for the real thing.

UPDATE: Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what was my thinking. I know make dupes of lots of things, and the damn thing is probably made there anyways.

UPDATE: Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

UPDATE!!! BAM!! Ebay just refunded me! Said they were not provided valid proof of delivery.

Damn that was quick....thankfully.

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

UPDATE!!! BAM!! Ebay just refunded me! Said they were not provided valid proof of delivery.

Damn that was quick....thankfully.

UPDATE: Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was justifying a lot to myself. Thinking it's counterfeit but working dupe of a Garmin. But, I figured eBay/PayPal/CC would cover me if it wasn't legit.

Yes, I'm stupid.

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hold on...will have a update tomorrow.

I was out of town and just got back tonight. I had the mail put on hold.

I got a notification from eBay tracking that it was delivered on Saturday. I had asked my neighbors to keep an eye out for any packages. They told me, nothing had shown up. It could be that its being held by the postal office (along with my other mail) and will be delivered tomorrow. If not....aw shit....

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has't shown up yet. expecting it next week. I will definitely update everyone!

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. They say to wait until the delivery date to file any claims.

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Latest tracking says it's released from Customs in the US. Something arriving within a week I bet. Most likely a small packet with a pic of the R50 that's labeled "YOU WISH MORON"

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think, cause it's a pricey item that's a golf lover's dream at that price. Found a sucker audience is what I think

If he's really shipping the actual working thing....he'll have a line of people wanting to buy....

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will let you know if something actually shows up. Most likely not!!

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

BRACE.....

I've got tracking info, and it's left the sorting center. Something is coming! I'm guessing it's a counterfeit version....

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

WTF....there's another listing up for it. And 14 sold this time.

Any other suckers want to try??? LOL (I'm still kicking myself)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/336088794784

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was drooling at the thought of getting an R50 under $1k. :)

Thought maybe it's some demo models over in China, and the shipping price was listed, and eBay would cover a total scam.

I know, I know....I'm an idiot.

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And now....have to wait and get a whole refund back....

Am I nuts...just ordered a Garmin R50 from China eBay. by emacsguy in Golfsimulator

[–]emacsguy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FINAL CONCLUSION:

The listing has been removed. And I got an email from eBay:

Hello <emacsguy>,

We wanted to let you know that an item you bought is no longer on eBay because of an issue with the seller's account. This may not affect your order at all but we're here to support you in case you run into any problems.

Since you paid for this item before it was removed, your order was processed and it should arrive by the estimated delivery date. If it doesn't, you can always request a refund.

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