Anyone new on the forum not built up seller feedback wanting to sell high ticket item do not let this put you off. Depending on the buyers history and feedback either send item(s) first or use intermediary service
Best value for both sellers and buyers carry out transactions between themselves without having bullion dealer involved taking a cut at either end and the forum is a brilliant place for trade between private individuals.
Over the years I have bought and sold substantial amounts never had single issue. What I have been amazed by is how vigilant moderators and the owner Chris have been at weeding out scammers that occasionally do join the forum.
Always do your own due diligence but don’t be afraid to deal with people you have never traded with before as everyone works hard on maintaining good reputation on the forum. As you start buying on the forum you will soon realise how much time, energy, effort and care sellers put in when departing with their precious metals.