Got this magtool skimmer off eBay that was listed as Brand New, fresh in the box, cool specs, the whole deal... Paid 73.27 total (I know this wasn't a good idea to begin with, I don't even remember putting a bid in). Look at the pictures, they're self explanatory. Contacted the seller and was given 2 options
#1. Get a $20 refund and get to keep the item.
#2. Be allowed a special exception to have the item returned for free even though the seller does not accept returns. (Buying on eBay, I've been have to do this way too much, and I'm sure plenty out there can relate: I hate going through this process only to have to wrap it back up because the seller..... Made a mistake....?)
I figured I'd get some input from you guys. Would you just send it back and buy a new one elsewhere? Would you keep the magtool DC skimmer in this condition for $53?
Or potentially option #3. Just be keep it and leave honest feedback? I've never owned a nano DC skimmer this small. For you personally, is it worth it given the circumstances. Actually curious to know what you think about this and nano DC skimmers in general? I believe the market for DC skimmers this small.... Is also small.
*Haven't tested it yet so I can't comment on function It's clouded, scratched, rusted, and definitely has an odor to it. Not to say that it couldn't be cleaned, but it doesn't even look like whoever tried to clean it before putting it back into the box.
If anyone is actually interested I'd be willing to clean, test and sell the skimmer. It was blatantly obvious from looking at the box alone that it was used. I think neg feedback wouldn't be unjustified depending on how things go.
#1. Get a $20 refund and get to keep the item.
#2. Be allowed a special exception to have the item returned for free even though the seller does not accept returns. (Buying on eBay, I've been have to do this way too much, and I'm sure plenty out there can relate: I hate going through this process only to have to wrap it back up because the seller..... Made a mistake....?)
I figured I'd get some input from you guys. Would you just send it back and buy a new one elsewhere? Would you keep the magtool DC skimmer in this condition for $53?
Or potentially option #3. Just be keep it and leave honest feedback? I've never owned a nano DC skimmer this small. For you personally, is it worth it given the circumstances. Actually curious to know what you think about this and nano DC skimmers in general? I believe the market for DC skimmers this small.... Is also small.
*Haven't tested it yet so I can't comment on function It's clouded, scratched, rusted, and definitely has an odor to it. Not to say that it couldn't be cleaned, but it doesn't even look like whoever tried to clean it before putting it back into the box.
If anyone is actually interested I'd be willing to clean, test and sell the skimmer. It was blatantly obvious from looking at the box alone that it was used. I think neg feedback wouldn't be unjustified depending on how things go.
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