Hi Steve; I've done several eBay auctions and have usually used a "hidden" reserve-- eBay explains the benefit (reasons) for using it: paraphrasing, a lower minimum bid (than reserve) will attract more bidders, but may not be the minimum price a seller is willing to accept. OTOH, if you post the minimum you will accept up-front, you may attract no bidders at all. And in fact, I've found this to be true. I guess it's just auction psychology.
As a buyer though, I tend to agree with you, I don't care for the hidden reserve either. Craig
As a buyer though, I tend to agree with you, I don't care for the hidden reserve either. Craig