This page is your introduction to the new Buy and Sell Forum, which CTAS operates to help members buy and sell equipment. On this forum you can post announcements for things you want to buy and sell. The Buy and Sell Forum is one of our member's services forums which can be viewed by both members and non-members alike. The forum can be reached by clicking on the link below:
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All members desiring TO PLACE AN AD on the forum must sign in and click on the Posting Page link below. When you get to the forum, simply click open the START NEW THREAD button under the CTAS banner and a screen will appear that will request Subject information and Message Text. In the Subject box you should identify the object you are trying to buy/sell, ie, "Telescope" and type a description of the item in the Message Text box. If selling an item, please include a good description of the item and its condition (fair, good, like new, etc.), its price and how you wish to be contacted (telephone or email). If you want to attach a photograph of your item, click on the paper-clip and a file box will appear that will allow you to upload your photo. After you have completed your ad, click the "Post Message" button and you are through. It's as simple as that!
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All NON-MEMBERS desiring to post an ad will need to contact Wayne Copeland at the email address and/ or telephone number below so that he can place your ad on the Forum for you.
The Central Texas Astronomical Society can make no warranties or guarantees on behalf of equipment bought or sold as a result of being posted on this website. Members selling, buying, or trading equipment agree to be responsible for any warranties and any taxes due, if applicable. CTAS is not responsible for the sale of these goods and cannot endorse the quality or comment on the price. CTAS is only a venue for sellers to list items and buyers to purchase those items. CTAS is not a provider of products or information. CTAS is not involved in the actual transaction between buyers and sellers. As such, CTAS has no control over the quality, safety, or condition of the items advertised, the truth or accuracy of the listings or posting, of the ability of sellers to sell items or the ability of buyers to buy items.
All listings are coordinated by Wayne Copeland. You may call Wayne at (254) 495-1653 with any questions you may have or email him at wmcatty@msn.com.
The forum will consist of postings of classified ads for the following astronomical items:
Astronomy Books, Magazines & Software
Barlows
Binoculars
CCD Cameras
Cases
Eyepieces
Filters, Finders & Guide Scopes
Focusers
Mounts, Drives & Tripods
Observatories
Solar Filters
Spotting Scopes
Telescopes: Reflectors
Catadioptric
Refractor
This is a free service for CTAS members and we encourage you to take advantage of this forum to buy, sell or trade any astronomical equipment you have or need. This page supports the Buy & Sell Interest Group and the Buy & Sell Forum.
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