Best place to sell full DSO setup?

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schmaks avatar
I am leaving the country and my current setup cannot travel with me. Where is the best place to sell a full setup and how has your experience been?
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Eric Gagne avatar
I don't think there is one single best place to sell.  Maybe be a little more specific about what country you're in and what kind of setup it is you are selling.
schmaks avatar
I'm in Austin, TX and looking to sell all the gear used in my latest acquisition on my page.
Bob Lockwood avatar
Are Astromart or CN classified not an option?
Eric Gagne avatar
Agreed,with Bob.  CN sounds like the best option in the USA.  You can also look at https://www.astrobuysell.com/ if you don’t mind shipping to Canada but I don’t know if they allow ads from outside the country, you’ll have to check
George Hatfield avatar
I've sold a lot of gear on Astromart and Cloudy Nights. Both have a rating system for potential buyers, which is very helpful. I've had no problem transactions with either site. Astromart does charge $15 per year to advertise on its site.   If you use PayPal, review their new rules regarding delivery confirmation, especially for sales that involve a local pickup or delivery.   It took me awhile to get my money from PayPal which I did not appreciate.

George
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schmaks avatar
They definitely are. I was just asking to find out which is preferable / how experience selling has been / advice.
schmaks avatar
George Hatfield:
I've sold a lot of gear on Astromart and Cloudy Nights. Both have a rating system for potential buyers, which is very helpful. I've had no problem transactions with either site. Astromart does charge $15 per year to advertise on its site.   If you use PayPal, review their new rules regarding delivery confirmation, especially for sales that involve a local pickup or delivery.   It took me awhile to get my money from PayPal which I did not appreciate.

George

Thanks!
Mike H - Sky View Observatory avatar
I've been buying and selling on Astromart for 20 years and not one issue. York keeps a sharp eye on things. 


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