eBay bidder beware of people selling pictures of things

Grant says: "This seller, awesome_electroincs (with 0 feedback) appears to be selling PICTURES of iPods and other electronics in auctions that sound as if he is selling the actual items."
200705142237 You are bidding on a picture of a Galaxy 2517 10 Meter Ham Radio and Silver Eagle Mic. Radio in picture LOOKS AND WORKS GREAT. I only ship to the continetal United States. I do not ship to PO BOXS. This is an as is sale. There will be no refunds of any kind. Payment is due within 3 days of sale ending. Thank You for looking at my sale and GOOD LUCK!
Some guy bid $100 on this photo of a ham radio. This is an old scam, and it's sad to see people fall for it. Link

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