Thread: Assorted Australian Hardwood Burls & Burl-wood Slabs

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Whats that supposed to mean mate?

Hi giveitaburl,

I suspect (though do not know for certain) is that what smiife is implying is that most purchasers on these forums like what I call 'woodies' prices, that is very affordable $$ rather than full retail. A lot of forumites also gather their own bits and pieces so only buy something special that they can't pick up themselves. This is not a criticism per se, just a possible explanation for you. You may do better if you machine and wet at least one surface to show the figure and re-evaluate your prices. Including a scale in the photos would also help as, although you have written the sizes on the backing, at a quick glance they seem insignificant. In sales, presentation is important to generate interest. But, I've never sold timber like yours so this is just conjecture on my part to try to help.

They are all good prices , good luck anyone finding the same species easily!. We clear hundreds of acres per year so we understand the rarity of these burls. Unless anyone is interested feel free to keep your opinions to your self.

someone tell this bloke he's dreaming...

Sorry we thought this was a legit site for selling timber. obviously its just a bunch of poor people trying to get lucky with emo-gees , smiley face winky face ... losers keep to facebook or twitter.

Maybe you'd better stick to the big end of town. You seem confident that they'd be happy to pay your prices? I think you must be on the wrong forum.

Originally Posted by giveitaburl

Unless anyone is interested feel free to keep your opinions to your self.

Well, I think with the attitude you've displayed so far the punters probably will keep their opinions.....and their cash....to themselves.

Your pictures are of average to poor quality (whether you like it or not).
The layout of your ad could do with some work (whether you like it or not).
You are trying to sell over $3000 worth of timber. A little more effort and a little less attitude may well improve the sales rate.
David (Xanthorrhoeas) was trying to help with some very friendly notes on what works well for timber sales on this particular forum.


"losers keep to facebook or twitter"
Nah, that's a better place for people with poor attitude. You may feel more at home there.

While the customer may not always be right, demeaning potential customers is never a good marketing strategy. Word of mouth still stands as your greatest selling aid or potential disappointment. My hard earned dosh will be staying in my pocket on this one.
Mac

I'd suggest looking at "AustralianBurls.com" on facebook for how you might want to display some of these to drum up more potential offers. Side note, they are in USA but import Aussie burls as the name suggests.

some good firewood there!

Firewood?????

No......I wouldn't even turn it, it's going straight to the pool room.......

Originally Posted by Mr Brush

Firewood?????

No......I wouldn't even turn it, it's going straight to the pool room.......

Right next to the painting of Elvis on black velvet no less?

cheers, Ian

Originally Posted by giveitaburl2056259

Whats that supposed to mean mate?

Originally Posted by giveitaburl

They are all good prices , good luck anyone finding the same species easily!. We clear hundreds of acres per year so we understand the rarity of these burls. Unless anyone is interested feel free to keep your opinions to your self.

OK ..MATE !!
I normally wouldn, t bother replying,,,,,, but you asked for it so here it is........
Most of what you are selling Is rotten in the centre and not of any use
to a woodturner , In fact it, s all crap and is only good for firewood....
Here Is a burl I bought recently , a picture tells a thousand words
Please note the price paid , $35.00......oh!... almost forgot ....