Howdy, dbo,
There are lots of great folks on this forum, but there are a few bad guys that will lie to get your money.
A new rule that we've been following here lately, due to scammers, is we require a seller to include a piece of paper with their name and current date in a photo with the rifle. That helps show that they actually have the rifle in their possession. It's not fool-proof, but there have been a lot of scammers here lately, and we're up in arms, so to speak.
Also, if someone responds to your Wanted with "My friend in Texas has just what you want", well, that guy in Texas doesn't have the gun, and they're just trying to get your money. I'm in Texas, and it makes me mad that they drag Texas into their swine pool! A bunch of lazy scoundrels preying on honest folk. Get a rope! ☠
So, just be careful, and if you think something stinks, it probably does. Tell us about it, and we'll help guide you through the slime.
And, Welcome to the Forum!