I can't stop crying

[NirvanaCat13]

Maebnus3 wrote:

Dragon Master wrote:

I’m so sorry to see this! I wish you the best of luck.
I wish at this point you had contacted one of us in CA to pick him up in perosn then we could have shipped him to you secured to make sure this did not happen. I’m in NO CA and Nirvana, Wolflodge100 and others are in SO CA I know I would have helped if I could and I’m sure they would be more then happy to help also. I already have my Greem Emperor so I would not be tempted to keep him!! I’m very sorry this happened

The thing is, I have no idea who it actually belonged to. It was shipped to me from Louisiana, but I’m returning it to California. NO clue what’s going on there.
The box wasn’t damaged at all. From how he was positioned when I opened it, wings were up. The box is only 2 inches deeper than the emperor is wide from chest to rear of wings. It’s fairly clear to me that something heavy was plopped down on him, snapping the wings and neck, and all hell broke loose from there. With barely more than a handful of newspaper, nothing stopped the box from squishing 2 inches.

It is a shame I have to send him back, but I did ask if we could work it out for me to keep the pieces, and he said he must have it returned. If he holds true to what he said, he’ll refund the money himself as soon as I give him a tracking #. If not, I’ll figure out who else to make a claim through. I used a credit card via paypal. I’ve never had to file a dispute, and I hope I don’t have to start here.

I will let him know that the pieces may be desired by others. If he has any control, he may be willing to try. But if I’m sending it back to the dummy who packed it, we’re probably S.O.L.

And thanks, Pip, for the picture. Yours is very pretty. Lucky you to have him all this time! I don’t recall if I was aware of Windstones prior to the early 90s, but I was too young to afford ’em anyway.

That is REALLY worrysome….I wouldn’t send it back just yet, I would go through the credit card company and tell them that you’re willing to send it back, but scared of a scam, make them be the middle man type thing…..Just be on the cautious side, remember paranoia saves lives. I would get the CC involved from the get go, just to have them as a witness if not get some advice.

I’m really sorry about this guy, he was gorgeous. We all sympathize and feel with you, I’m sure all of us were as sick as you where when we saw him. Love ya! Just want to watch out for you!

[Bob]

I totally agree CYA in some way. WE have all heard of way too many scams coming along

[Skigod377]

Its doubtful that this is a scam. Look at his feedback. If there is plenty there, then dont worry about it. There are lots of people on Ebay who act as a middle-man and consign stuff for other people. (I know I.Sold.it does this and sells alot of Windstones.)

[Bob]

there are still some good ones. I bought a Frankilin Mint replacment dragon and it got here with a broken tail and the sell refused to only give me half since I should have given better packing instructions and wihtout pictures or anything he refunded me the entire amount includung shipping and told me to toss the broken dragon so there are a few good ones left

[Maebnus]

Dragon Master wrote:

well if you find another one in CA remember the offer still stands for at leat me to pick him up and make sure he is packaged correctly for you. If the drive is within reason

Thanks, DM. I’ll keep that in mind in case I get lucky one day. I appreciate it.

[Pegasi1978]

Maebnus3 I can tell you what you will neet to bring with you to the post office to file a claim since I just happen to have a claim form right here waiting on something from the seller of my griffin. I know it’s a lot to read, but it comes straight off the claim form.

WHAT YOU NEED TO FILE A CLAIM:

1. Your original mailing receipt for insured, COD, Registered Mail service (original sales receipt from the USPS showing article number and insurance ammount is acceptable if original mailing receipt is not available). Original mailing receipts for Unnumbered Insured and Express Mail service must be surrendered at the time the claim is initiated.

2. Evidence of value, such as a sales receipt (if applicable), invoice or bill of sale, or statement of costs for reconstruction of Express Mail Service documents. Either the mailer or adressee may furnish evidence of value. For Internet purchases, a copy of the front and back og the canfeled check, money order, or a copy of the credit card billing statement is required. If the purchase was mase using an Internet account, a fine or complete transaction sheet indicating the amount deducted from the account is required.

3. Proof of Damace and/or Estimate of Repair: For damage, loss, or partial loss of contents, the adressee must present the following:
a. The container, wrapping, packaging ans any contents that were recieved;
b. The original mailing reciept, or other proof of mailing specified in paragraph 1, above;
c. Evidence of value; and
d. Estimare of repair (if applicable)
NOTE: Do not return the damaged parcel(s) to the mailer to file the claim. Either the adressee or the mailer may file claimes for damage or loss of contents.

4. Proof of Loss doe Unnumbered Insured Mail Only. The mailer must present the following:
Written and signed documentation from the adressee (such as a letter), dated at least 21 days from the date of mailing, stating the address did not receive the article.

5. Complete Section A claim form, PS Form 1000, Domestic Claim or Registered Mail Inquiry.

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