Part of the problem with "six to eight weeks for shipping" is that you have no recourse with eBay in the event of a problem. IIRC, they used to only give 30 days, which was BARELY enough time in most situations, but I think they now give 60 days.
I only accept PayPal on my auctions, period. PayPal is fast and offers buyers protection in more ways than one. If I as a buyer get screwed on a deal or don't receive the item within a reasonable period of time (you know, pay immediately after winning and no item at 28 days) then I can file a complaint. I have had my money returned on a few occasions like this.
As a seller, it allows me a method for quick resolution. Case in point, I sold a BaseBoard that had a missing pin which I didn't notice until the buyer pointed it out to me. I looked back at the photos I took and, sure enough, there it was plain as day. I knew the board worked none-the-less, but I felt obligated as this guy was going to have to get that pin repaired to ensure 100% stability. With PayPal I was able to refund part of his money right away.
Try that with a money order. I have purchased some items with MOs but only if the seller has a lot of good feedback. I would use USPS or ones from Publix, depending upon what was convenient for me and if the seller was in the same country (USPS MOs work better for international.)
I agree that the Amiga community should do something against known scammers. At the same time, I don't like being lumped into the group of resurrectionists: I *was* 10 when the Amiga came out, but I maintain no illusions of the Amiga rising again... unless I hit the MegaMillions jackpot :crazy:
And I won't contest this: he'll be back with his same attitude, his same payment and shipping requirements, and the same outrageous claims and behavior. The user name won't make a difference. People who get ripped off need to realize that leaving him bad feedback won't hurt them even if he retaliates now that eBay has a feedback mediation process. And if they REALLY think they got ripped off, sue his ass. The legal system exists for a purpose, so put it to good use.
I'm tired of people who won't stand up to this guy in a way that would injure his ability to buy and sell Amiga. "If you're not ready to act, give me a break and shut up!"