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Bad Guy Anthony Sainz

Agreed with Bobby. Definitely avoiding Steve at all costs. Often times we see the BOI backfire on the OP when his/her post is unjustified, and I feel as though that is what will happen with this thread here.

I hope that anyone reading this thread can see clearly, that Anthony is a stand-up individual. I will back this claim with my reputation, and will not hesitate to do business with Anthony.
 
I have known Anthony for a very long time almost ten years he's one of my very good friends and he has always been a stand up honest individual . He has never burned ,stolen or scammed anyone so to make false accusations of him with no proof that he scammed you is ridiculous. Sounds like your just salty that you didn't get the pair.
 
And yet once again... Another bad guy thread where the OP turns out to be a "bad guy", I don't care how many years of experience someone has in reptiles, it doesn't make you entitled to send those ridiculous and unprofessional messages calling someone else unprofessional...

Way to stay professional through out this entire thing Anthony, regardless of what Steve thinks.
 
Thanks for posting Anthony. You were clear about being unsure about selling them and you let him know of your decision. YOU acted professionally. He (OP) acted like a spoiled brat.

Maybe it's the "customer is always right" mentality gone out of control, but some people seem to think having a hissy fit and trying to bully others into giving them what they want is the way to go. It's ironic, because almost every good seller will do what they can to make a buyer happy (Anthony appears to be no exception to this) but some buyers will stop short of almost nothing just to get what they want. They just make themselves look like jerks in the process.

OP, it's a small world really....you may find that based on your own actions, other sellers won't have anything to do with you. It looks like the seller was offering you a chance next time something was available - do you think that he will do that now? Why would anyone want to sell to someone who behaves like you do?
 
Anthony Sainz is a good loyal friend and fellow hobbyist (I see him as family) He has always been a trust worthy and solid guy, especially When it comes to business period.

I have known him for over 12 yrs and he's definitely known for his overall respectful and kind mannerism and great social skills and like i said overall trust worthy business.

I definitely trust Anthony Sainz...
 
Steve you said this guy was trying to scam money out of you, entice you, get you excited to pay even more money....only one problem, he didn't take any money. Losing sleep you say, over what the lies you told trying to trash this guys reputation. You should have never started this thread, you and your wife Susan are the ones coming out of this looking unprofessional and childish:NoNo:
 
lujuanazorro said:
I chose not to go that deep, because of potential legal backlash. I've been buying reptiles since the 1980's and never experienced anything like this before. The story goes far deeper than I explained. I got a good reference on him from somebody I knew, who has a good reputation in this industry. His behavior has prevented me from doing business with the person who gave him a good reference. See this is turning into a soap opera!
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There will be no legal backlash...

Does the story really go deeper? Actually I think it did go a little deeper, with Anthony posting proof that you are unprofessional. I see nothing really wrong with his behavior, only yours.

So your post backfired.

No further comments??
 
WOW that backfired quick, their melt down didn't help either.. must be the kind of people who think they can get their way if the scream loud enough !!

can't help but have a flash back from last friday at pizza pizza :)
this couple wanted the special, 1 medium cheese pepperoni for 4.99$, they wanted two specials but..
pizza 1 - wanted half cheese only and the other half pepperoni but replace the non used pepperoni from the other half with peppers.
pizza 2- replace one halfs pepperoni with olives instead and the other half with sausage.
????????????? when told it wasn't the special and they could do it!! but for 11$ each, they totally flipped, both of them started arguying, cursing the casheer and the owner, insulted everyone that worked there ,treathened to call head office and complain ???
everyone else was happy when the owner told them to leave and refused to service them an longer.. some people just think they can get away with anything they want if the intimidate others...
the OP seems to be that kind of person and clearly shows why he refused to post proof. I think he was banking on damaging the sellers reputation for free, but instead, now people see them for who they are.
if it was possible, I would deal with Anthony in aheart beat, the OP however ?? never
 
Well....that backfired on him lol. We can all see that the OP was the Bad Guy from the start, with him saying he has 30+ years experience, you'd expect more maturity.
 
Thanks Steve for the heads up, one more added to my "do not sell to" list! However Anthony, if you ever have anything I want, I will be in touch.
 
From my experience dealing/talking to Anthony I just don't see what this guy is trying to pull? Anthony is an honest straight forward person who is seriously dedicated to the hobby. This got upset and attempted to ruin Anthony's reputation, which in this hobby goes incredibly far when trying to make deal with another enthusiast. Anyway like my post I made a couple of months ago endorsing Anthony, I have nothing but respect for the guy. Anthony Sainz is a stand up guy who I would do business with whenever the opportunity arose.
 
This screen shot speaks volumes in my book.
 

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I'm willing to bet the legal backlash he spoke of is a libel suit Anthony would have against him if he said any more!
 
juliasara said:
I'm willing to bet the legal backlash he spoke of is a libel suit Anthony would have against him if he said any more!
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That is quite a possibility.
It's so very telling about the OPs character, that he has not been back to explain/defend his position.

Another hit and run false bad guy thread.


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steve·hogue
ˈstə/ve hoguə
noun
an individual who makes false claims and slanders another individuals name due to lack of maturity, professionalism or both.
"steve hogue is rather immature and makes hit and run bad guy posts"
synonyms: Herodotus
 
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