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mike mullinsThe guy was dumb. Dumb and greedy and LUCKY. If it smells like a skunk...
If you decide that you have to meet, make it somewhere public and SAFE, like a bank, or in front of a police station. And if a guy keeps jerking you around like that, for God's sake see it for what it is. There are plenty of safe ways to conduct business, and if the other party won't agree then no deal. That guy was a misfire away from being dead.
I've met for cash-for-concert ticket deals three times, and each time was nervewracking for me. And that was never for more than $80! I can't even imagine how I'd feel if $13,000 cash was on the line...I simply wouldn't do it. No chance. Never.
That being said, I have some questions for those of you packing heat:
1. You're not kidding, are you?
2. Are you carrying a licensed concealed weapon, or just winging it?
3. Are you carrying a gun to card shows?
4. If you're that worried about getting shot or robbed, is it really worth it?
I mean that last one in the sincerest sense -- no sarcasm. I collect casually, and it's one of the many many hobbies I have. If getting shot is going to be one of the risks of card collecting, then I'll spend more time playing golf.
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