anndel
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I see lots o new unused sets (sockets, wrenches, etc.,) on Ebay. Just curious, why so many? Are dealers unloading them or people who no longer need them sell it themselves of to a pawn shop?
Snap On, MATCO, MAC, SK, etc., from Ebay
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four.cycle
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it's Ebay. no sense in trying to "figure it out".
there are little boxes over on the left to select "new" or "used" (or US only to exclude all the China/Hong Kong listings.)
there are some good prices on stuff if you look. some brands you may not be familiar with that are of unquestionably good quality.
some pretty decent offerings in SK socket sets recently that aren't beat to hell.
thorsen CE wrench set just listed. indestro 1/2 dr socket set went up yesterday but the 9/16" socket is broken. two proamerica 1/4 dr socket sets.
somebody just put up a mess of "Blue Point" sets and started them all at 99 cents, but they've been bid up a bit.
thorsen socket set I grabbed the other day was 8 bucks. essentially NOS.
I've only gotten one item that came from a pawnbroker on there and I stole it.
it's all timing and blind luck.
as for all the new stuff: could be online retailers who list it on Ebay as well. there are lots of those on there. sometimes cheaper to buy it from them through Ebay than direct from them.
weird.
there are little boxes over on the left to select "new" or "used" (or US only to exclude all the China/Hong Kong listings.)
there are some good prices on stuff if you look. some brands you may not be familiar with that are of unquestionably good quality.
some pretty decent offerings in SK socket sets recently that aren't beat to hell.
thorsen CE wrench set just listed. indestro 1/2 dr socket set went up yesterday but the 9/16" socket is broken. two proamerica 1/4 dr socket sets.
somebody just put up a mess of "Blue Point" sets and started them all at 99 cents, but they've been bid up a bit.
thorsen socket set I grabbed the other day was 8 bucks. essentially NOS.
I've only gotten one item that came from a pawnbroker on there and I stole it.
it's all timing and blind luck.
as for all the new stuff: could be online retailers who list it on Ebay as well. there are lots of those on there. sometimes cheaper to buy it from them through Ebay than direct from them.
weird.
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Rosso
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I find a lot of the new stuff is people trying to make some easy cash.
Happens all the time, the new promo flyer from the truck comes out and ebay is flooded with stuff that is on that promo flyer. People have paid promo price for something, fire it on ebay at slightly less than RRP then people that don't get flyers etc buy it.
Just business really.
Happens all the time, the new promo flyer from the truck comes out and ebay is flooded with stuff that is on that promo flyer. People have paid promo price for something, fire it on ebay at slightly less than RRP then people that don't get flyers etc buy it.
Just business really.
DTE
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There was a article on the news awhile back where a Snap on employee had stolen several million dolars worth of tools and was selling them on ebay.
shoggoth80
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I bagged a set (minus 10mm) of MAC 1/4" sockets on eBay for $26. Picked up a 10mm off the website for $10. $36 after shipping, and I have a full set of MAC 1/4" sockets. I call that a win.
It pays to keep your eyes open, and to pick and choose.
It wouldn't surprise me if some dealers were selling through this channel, because they can. I have also seen some stuff go for more than retail because folks get into bidding wars. It's silly, but it happens. Pays to do some research before determining a max bid. Getting excited to win might get you an item... a level head saves money.
Some of that stuff could be promo, or BOGO deals. Could be items that someone got as gravy/discount from dealer from repeat business etc.
It pays to keep your eyes open, and to pick and choose.
It wouldn't surprise me if some dealers were selling through this channel, because they can. I have also seen some stuff go for more than retail because folks get into bidding wars. It's silly, but it happens. Pays to do some research before determining a max bid. Getting excited to win might get you an item... a level head saves money.
Some of that stuff could be promo, or BOGO deals. Could be items that someone got as gravy/discount from dealer from repeat business etc.
finn
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I think that a lot of garage sale junk is turned in for warranty. The new warranty tools are subsequently sold on ebay for profit.
Sort of a small scale scam on the tool manufacturers by small time hustlers.
Sort of a small scale scam on the tool manufacturers by small time hustlers.
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I think a lot of it too is folks buy it when in automotive school and either drop out or don't last long on their first job.
Kensgarage
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Shark time begins after Xmess.
That's when people post to dump what they got for the Wasted Days to buy what they really wanted.
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That's when people post to dump what they got for the Wasted Days to buy what they really wanted.This is especially true for Criagslicts. Cash for Crack days 2016
Be ready !
I think the new stuff is truck guys selling. My wife used to sell Mary Kay and the mark-up was 50% but they had to sign something saying they wouldn't sell on eBay, yet there's always Mary Kay stuff on there.
I'm guessing the tool truck guys have a similar mark-up. If they can sell it on eBay for 60% of retail without having to drive around or extend credit, etc. etc. they can still make money and the customer gets a steal. Not sure what the tool companies think about it though.
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I'm guessing the tool truck guys have a similar mark-up. If they can sell it on eBay for 60% of retail without having to drive around or extend credit, etc. etc. they can still make money and the customer gets a steal. Not sure what the tool companies think about it though.
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even if it is old broken items turned in for new, the original purchaser already paid the asking price of snap ons inflated warranty system.
its built in from the hit. 6th or 20th owner. snap on already collected money for replacing the item.
its no different at an auto parts store.
1 year warranty part is 17.99.
lifetime warranty part is 25.99
you are paying for the service that is offered.
RedneckWelder
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I'd imagine they'd revoke the franchise if they caught a dealer selling on ebay.
you also have people who buy with the student discount then sell on ebay for somewhere between their price and full price
a guy i worked with said a guy in his class bought multiple boxes on the student discount and made out like a bandit selling them
d.mcfarland
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People will sell anything on eBay. The new stuff included. Anyone in their right mind will try to make a dollar if they have the opportunity and it's easy.
wafrederick
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Police are looking for a guy that has been breaking into Snap On and Mac foundries stealing the broken tools then sell them on Ebay.I almost bought a lot of this and someone from Mac said they might be hot known as stolen.He was with a Mac tool dealer I dealt with that told me this.
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"you also have people who buy with the student discount then sell on ebay for somewhere between their price and full price"
And when SnapOn caught on, all further orders were cancelled for all students at that school.
And when SnapOn caught on, all further orders were cancelled for all students at that school.
ive been buying snap on stuff on the bay for a while and you have to follow searches for the good deals or snipe auctions if you really want something.
one thing i did get recently was a locking head 1/2 drive ratchet that after a failure was deemed a frankenstein model by my snap on dealer. ive spent more than alot with him so he was able to warranty the complete ratchet which was cool but it was a head from an older ratchet with a new locking handle.
ive got some good deals for sure though. dont mind buying a bit used since i do use my tools alot so they will see wear .
one thing i did get recently was a locking head 1/2 drive ratchet that after a failure was deemed a frankenstein model by my snap on dealer. ive spent more than alot with him so he was able to warranty the complete ratchet which was cool but it was a head from an older ratchet with a new locking handle.
ive got some good deals for sure though. dont mind buying a bit used since i do use my tools alot so they will see wear .
rmc115
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Dealers are not allowed to sell online, the have specific territories. my dealer had s/o come check on him because someone in my area was selling a lot of new stuff online, i do see a lot of people who went through special programs like gov. sponsored retraining for lost jobs selling stuff they got from the program. Mike
davethorik
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The expression at the right place at the right time totally applies to ebay, even though you're probably just sitting on a computer or phone.
2 or 3 times now while I was searching a particular item on there, an item in the category was a fresh listing. I'd look and both times luckily there was a BIN which I thought was a steal, felt like I was robbing someone...lol.
2 or 3 times now while I was searching a particular item on there, an item in the category was a fresh listing. I'd look and both times luckily there was a BIN which I thought was a steal, felt like I was robbing someone...lol.
Hpozzuoli
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I bought some snap on item a few years ago. I then bought something else a few months later and so from the same guy. Seller sends me a message asking what I do for work and if there is anything I might need from snap on. Guy finally tells me he is a snap on salesman. He says he is not supposed to sell on eBay like he does, but he sells a ton of stuff and can't pass up the opputunity.
uhm... no... i'm sure snap-on knows damn well this kind of thing happens
If you think about it, you can buy tools on Snap On's website, which in a way is a competitor to their dealer network. Sure, that opens up the distribution channels to everyone, especially those that don't have a dealer or who aren't professionals serviced by a route, but let's face it, some professionals that do get serviced by a truck do also buy online.
If I was a Snap On dealer, that might upset me because the company that feeds me is also taking away from me. Depends on how you look at it.
If you take HD, Sears, HF, or others, the only distribution means is the website and stores. I suppose you could also argue that the online system of ordering is "eating" at the stores because each particular store's volume may be down if I order that tool online versus going to the store to buy it. I suppose the happy medium here is online order, in store pickup. The store gets "credit" for the sale at least.
As to Ebay, you could insert any brand here. I've bought from a guy that seems to have every size and combination socket and and wrench in Craftsman that I've ever needed and it's USA made and reasonably priced. I've worked out deals with him and he ships fast and it's the real deal. I'm sure he's buying sets and breaking them down.
If I was a Snap On dealer, that might upset me because the company that feeds me is also taking away from me. Depends on how you look at it.
If you take HD, Sears, HF, or others, the only distribution means is the website and stores. I suppose you could also argue that the online system of ordering is "eating" at the stores because each particular store's volume may be down if I order that tool online versus going to the store to buy it. I suppose the happy medium here is online order, in store pickup. The store gets "credit" for the sale at least.
As to Ebay, you could insert any brand here. I've bought from a guy that seems to have every size and combination socket and and wrench in Craftsman that I've ever needed and it's USA made and reasonably priced. I've worked out deals with him and he ships fast and it's the real deal. I'm sure he's buying sets and breaking them down.
four.cycle
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Ponchoguy said:
go to Ebay.
go to "search"
type in "socket set"
over on the left side, click "US Only"
click "lowest price first"
Snap-On dealers get a cut of online sales.
Im convinced most of the big ebay sellers, like assim2002, are either industrial/school reps or linked directly to industrial/school reps which essentially gives them constant access to a 50% off catalog.
Franchises get nailed pretty quick when they try to sell a lot on ebay, and to be honest the basic markup on tools doesn't really make it profitable (after ebay and paypal fees). The only things really worth moving are stuff like the monthly promos and BOGOs.
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