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And if you order now, you get...
The thread about returning low cost items for their money back guarantee prompted me to start this thread.
Now, I know no one on this forum ever purchased those gimmick items advertised on T.V., all seemingly priced at $19.95. Still, I've been curious about the tag-on to the promotion which always seems to be, "Order now and well send you a second __________ for only a small fee." My question is, how much is the fee? Is it additional shipping and handling or is it equal to the cost of another gimmick? Also, can you refuse to get the second one "free?" I suspect the fee is equal to or greater than the wholesale cost of the gimmick, which certainly is far below $19.95. Anyone have a "friend" who bought one of these T.V. specials and can let us know about the additional fee?
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I would rather get a facial tattoo than watch a second of those stupid commercials. I love my DVR. I have never tried any of the "but wait there is more" claptrap products.
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not a single thing! none.
wait, was a salad spinner one of those?
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I always liked the ones that say that there's a STRICT limit on the quantity of whatever crap they're selling. I'll bet they'd sell me a thousand if I wanted 'em...
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"BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!"
(there's always more)
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What is annoying me now more than those commercials are the adds you see in game apps on your phone. Like that flashlight that is as bright as the sun, or the laser deals.
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Surfing the channels, came across a pitch for an "invicta" watch. Jesus! Butt Ugly, the size of an alarm clock, weird colors...
People must buy them, but I have to wonder who.
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Around here they don't quote the price of the product, but say "30 days free trial, $19.95 postage and handling." WTF, I'd like to know the price if I'm buying something dodgy off the TV.
And another one completely free if you are one of the first 30 callers, you only pay postage and handling LOL |
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How many people fall for the " if you order in the next 15 minutes " ??? Do you really need more cheap Chinese garbage ? And people wonder why they are drowning in credit card debt . Hard to fix stupid 😀
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