Here are some ideas for the Group Buy Policies.
I'm seeking comment here and when we get it nailed down, I'll split the comments out, edit the sticky as appropriate, and close the thread.
Q: What's this Group Buy Coordinator thing?
A: Quite simply, it's an official position so someone can solicit deals and group buys on behalf of the group. It's intended to lend legitimacy and credibility to solicitations for discounts by tracing back to an official position and a forum e-mail address. This does NOT mean that all group buys must go through me. Feel free to originate, organize, etc Group Buys of your own. I'm just here to facilitate things.
IDEA: This is used to Suggest an idea and solicit comments. if you have an item you're interested in, feel free to post seeking interest, input, sources, ideas. The post should contain:
INTEREST POLL: This is used to gauge interest. if you have an item you're interested in, feel free to post a poll seeking interested parties.
The post should contain:
GROUP BUY: Used to indicate a group buy in progress. As the thread progresses, I can change the ACTIVE to ORDER, DELIVER, FINAL to reflect the status and so people don't have to read threads that are old or closed.
The post should contain:
ASSUMPTIONS:
Shipping will be split. Details will be listed in the Group Buy post.
Delivery details will be specified. For me, I'll re-ship (recipient to pay) or arrange convenient delivery for me or pickup somewhere I'm already going to be.
Insurance: I'm going to insure any large orders. Reshipping insurance should be optional but you get what you pay for
No Firearms Group buys handled on board. [Joel: what about ideas and etc with the sales and delivery taking place off board? I'm thinking the Carry Depot and etc here.]