aeterrabyte, I had an issue myself way back when with a Ball python arriving in not the best condition. But again It arrived this way. I too took the Ball python to a vet and I took pictures with a camera/phone and posted exactly what the vet's findings were. I had nothing to hide. Now if you have done this I am sorry for asking you to post this up. You know your receipt and the name of the vet & phone number etc etc so anyone can contact them if needed to check what I say is true.
Now I did read the first bit here.. I clearly see it is buyers remorse. I feel sorry for the seller having to go through this with you. Note for Seller.. A 30 money back is a bit overkill.. IMO. 1 week to show all is well. I mean there are always obvious exceptions to this.(this not being one).
1st off you fed the snake then the very next day you force water in it's mouth?? This is the craziest shit I have ever read. Next you'll say you assisted in it's BM??

I mean really.. This clearly shows you should not own a Ball python till you get some schooling. I have never ever ever had to do any such thing.. NEVER..
You actually scare me as a seller thinking my reptiles could end up at some persons place like yours. I have noted your name as I am sure many others will as well as a "DO NOT SELL TO" person. Does this make me sound like an

?? Oh well Strong feelings with this..
This whole thing still is way crazy.. I could not even make up a story this far out.. Good luck to both of you
Ted Adams @ RR