I have bought and sold on eBay for quite a few years now, but in the last 2-3 years more and more is being sourced from the far east. I don't have a problem with this especially when the quality is good and the prices are generally exceptional, but what grates is when I need something fast.
I wanted a USB A socket for something I'm repairing for a friend. I found what I wanted and looked at the seller's name, which appeared as'********-Tool Store UK', so went ahead and placed the order. ( I haven't shown the complete name here).
Imagine my surprise when I find delivery is in 17 days time. I double checked the order details and discovered the part was coming from my local supplier in Shenzen.
I would like to see all listings on eBay, and any other supplier come to that, state where the product is coming from so that when I need something tomorrow I don't fall into this trap again. I'm not wanting this put in place so I can avoid buying Chinese or far eastern products; I want it so I don't sit twiddling my thumbs for 2 weeks waiting for something to arrive when I really want the next day.
