Moral Dilemna...

BFallehy · 08-20-2009, 12:16 PM

So I have a moral dilemna. Recently I made a purchase from an online retailer and received my package without an issue. All products were acounted for and the shipping was fast and in good condition when it arrived.

So here is the dilemna, I received another package from the same retailer with the exact same order. I checked and I was not charged a second time. The order number was the same as the one I already received, it just double shipped.

So what do I do? Do I keep the package and pretend nothing happend? or do I contact the retailer and let them know they made an error?

Inmates I need your help!

08-20-2009, 12:18 PM

Well, if you were on the other end how would you want the guy in your shoes to handle it?

Send um back.

markem · 08-20-2009, 12:21 PM

Why is this a moral dilemma? Either you are ethical or you aren't.

IMO, you should be on the phone with the vendor explaining what happened and letting them decide what to do. They may decide that it isn't worth having it returned and merely thank you for the effort; ask you to return it at your cost; send you a shipping label; or something else.

At the end of the day, it IS NOT your package. Steal or don't, your call.

BarneyBandMan · 08-20-2009, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Why is this a moral dilemma? Either you are ethical or you aren't.

IMO, you should be on the phone with the vendor explaining what happened and letting them decide what to do. They may decide that it isn't worth having it returned and merely thank you for the effort; ask you to return it at your cost; send you a shipping label; or something else.

At the end of the day, it IS NOT your package. Steal or don't, your call.

geesh--wow--gotta agree with Mark (and Tom)--and maybe not post a WTS or WTT for a while until your "morals" preclude this kind of thinking--just not sure its the CA way..my

Scottastic · 08-20-2009, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BarneyBandMan

geesh--wow--gotta agree with Mark (and Tom)--and maybe not post a WTS or WTT for a while until your "morals" preclude this kind of thinking--just not sure its the CA way..my

Query: was that directed towards BFallehey? Because imo we all have had moral delemnas like this. Life is all about temptation. If this was about a BOTL sending him an extra box, I'm sure he wouldn't have had any question what to do (although with the way our brothers go, it would probably be intentional

).

No matter who you are, there is a mental differentiation between a vender and a person. We all know (with a little reflection) that there is not one, but I digress. If I made a purchase at Wal-Mart, I would have to think for a minute if I wanted to take back the extra box of cookies that wound up in my bag, as opposed to the girl-scout who gave me one too many.

The important thing is that he reached out for advice. The way I see it, it's less of a "what is the right thing?" question and more of a "what am I supposed to do?" inquiry.

Mr B · 08-20-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Scottastic

Query: was that directed towards BFallehey?
The important thing is that he reached out for advice. The way I see it, it's less of a "what is the right thing?" question and more of a "what am I supposed to do?" inquiry.

Guys, let me just say that Brian is as honest as they come. I agree w/ what Scott said earlier and I have to say that flagging him on WTS & WTB is way extreme. He has been involved in good trades, granted MAW/PIF's and has given loads of good smokes to the troops. Give the guy a break. Sometimes the fingers just act a little quicker than the brain. We have ALL had that problem at one time or another.

Starscream · 08-20-2009, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by BarneyBandMan

geesh--wow--gotta agree with Mark (and Tom)--and maybe not post a WTS or WTT for a while until your "morals" preclude this kind of thinking--just not sure its the CA way..my

I think that's a little extreme, but I see your point. I would gladly buy or trade from the OP if the price and product were what I was wanting. A person and corporation are two different things, even if the moral obligation is the same.

poker · 08-20-2009, 03:07 PM

One time about 5 years ago, like 68TriShield, I too got a box of VR Unicos that I did not order. I called the vendor (who I used a lot back then). He said to keep them and thanked me for being honest enough to call him. On my next order from him he sent along with my order a very very nice thank you sampler of aged and vintage cigars. I never regret doing the right thing for the right reasons.

Martin · 08-20-2009, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by markem

Why is this a moral dilemma? Either you are ethical or you aren't.

IMO, you should be on the phone with the vendor explaining what happened and letting them decide what to do. They may decide that it isn't worth having it returned and merely thank you for the effort; ask you to return it at your cost; send you a shipping label; or something else.

At the end of the day, it IS NOT your package. Steal or don't, your call.

Keep the package, sleep with your wifes sister n beat yur kids, it's a no brainer.

Starchild · 08-20-2009, 12:21 PM

Personally, I would contact the vendor and let them know the mistake. Depending on the items involved, and the return shipping cost and hassle, they may tell you just to keep it.

It's nice to get free stuff, but I would make the call just to get it off my conscious.

Tikihut27 · 08-20-2009, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Starchild

Personally, I would contact the vendor and let them know the mistake. Depending on the items involved, and the return shipping cost and hassle, they may tell you just to keep it.

It's nice to get free stuff, but I would make the call just to get it off my conscious.

Exactamundo.

icurrie · 08-20-2009, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Starchild

Personally, I would contact the vendor and let them know the mistake. Depending on the items involved, and the return shipping cost and hassle, they may tell you just to keep it.

It's nice to get free stuff, but I would make the call just to get it off my conscious.

What he said.

hotreds · 08-20-2009, 12:46 PM

Looks like you have the inmates' recommendation!

BFallehy · 08-20-2009, 12:47 PM

Thanks everyone.

I made the call and got it all worked out. As much as I would have loved to keep it I just couldn't do it. I appreciate the response from everyone. They are sending me a return ship tag and this lovely little package will be headed back home in a couple days.

Having morals can be a pain sometimes.

08-22-2009, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Starchild

Personally, I would contact the vendor and let them know the mistake. Depending on the items involved, and the return shipping cost and hassle, they may tell you just to keep it.

It's nice to get free stuff, but I would make the call just to get it off my conscious.

what that bloke said

Blindjimme · 08-20-2009, 12:24 PM

What would you teach your kids to do?

Anthem · 08-20-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Blindjimme

What would you teach your kids to do?

I agree. I had a similar situation although the item in question was a 5 pack that I ordered and got the box instead. I contacted the vendor to see how he wanted to proceed, and asked if I was happy with the service. I told that I was happy and he said to keep the extra smokes.

Genetic Defect · 08-22-2009, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Blindjimme

What would you teach your kids to do?

not to tell mommy that I bought more cigars...

also I would be in contact with the vendor to see how they want this handled.

Doctorossi · 08-20-2009, 12:28 PM

This is beyond a no-brainer. Get 'em on the horn, already!

Skywalker · 08-20-2009, 12:40 PM

I faced something like this a year ago:

I sent all twenty boxes back ASAP!!!

View Poll Results: What to do when you get a double ship?
Should I pretend I didn't get a second package?	3	3.85%
Should I call the retailer and tell them their error?	75	96.15%
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08-20-2009, 12:16 PM	#1
BFallehy Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Brian Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 587 Trading: (12)	Moral Dilemna... So I have a moral dilemna. Recently I made a purchase from an online retailer and received my package without an issue. All products were acounted for and the shipping was fast and in good condition when it arrived. So here is the dilemna, I received another package from the same retailer with the exact same order. I checked and I was not charged a second time. The order number was the same as the one I already received, it just double shipped. So what do I do? Do I keep the package and pretend nothing happend? or do I contact the retailer and let them know they made an error? Inmates I need your help!

08-20-2009, 12:18 PM	#2
ahc4353 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Moral Dilemna... Well, if you were on the other end how would you want the guy in your shoes to handle it? Send um back.

08-20-2009, 12:21 PM	#3
markem Bunion Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Second Star on the Right Posts: 22,595 Trading: (47)	Re: Moral Dilemna... Why is this a moral dilemma? Either you are ethical or you aren't. IMO, you should be on the phone with the vendor explaining what happened and letting them decide what to do. They may decide that it isn't worth having it returned and merely thank you for the effort; ask you to return it at your cost; send you a shipping label; or something else. At the end of the day, it IS NOT your package. Steal or don't, your call. __________________ I refuse to belong to any organization that would have me as a member. ~ Groucho Marx

08-20-2009, 03:07 PM	#8
poker 1:11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kelly Location: SoCal Posts: 5,280 Trading: (7)	Re: Moral Dilemna... One time about 5 years ago, like 68TriShield, I too got a box of VR Unicos that I did not order. I called the vendor (who I used a lot back then). He said to keep them and thanked me for being honest enough to call him. On my next order from him he sent along with my order a very very nice thank you sampler of aged and vintage cigars. I never regret doing the right thing for the right reasons. __________________ Cigar Asylum: A cigar board birthed without agendas, without profiting, and without advertisements. Amor puro Character is what you do when no one is watching

08-20-2009, 12:21 PM	#10
Starchild SERENITY NOW! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andre Location: Fernandina Beach, Fl Posts: 553 Trading: (11)	Re: Moral Dilemna... Personally, I would contact the vendor and let them know the mistake. Depending on the items involved, and the return shipping cost and hassle, they may tell you just to keep it. It's nice to get free stuff, but I would make the call just to get it off my conscious. __________________ Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time - Steven Wright

08-20-2009, 12:46 PM	#13
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,660 Trading: (63)	Re: Moral Dilemna... Looks like you have the inmates' recommendation! __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

08-20-2009, 12:47 PM	#14
BFallehy Feeling at Home Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Brian Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 587 Trading: (12)	Re: Moral Dilemna... Thanks everyone. I made the call and got it all worked out. As much as I would have loved to keep it I just couldn't do it. I appreciate the response from everyone. They are sending me a return ship tag and this lovely little package will be headed back home in a couple days. Having morals can be a pain sometimes.

08-20-2009, 12:24 PM	#16
Blindjimme Judgement Impaired Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: JB Location: North OC, CA Posts: 790 Trading: (14)	Re: Moral Dilemna... What would you teach your kids to do?

08-20-2009, 12:28 PM	#19
Doctorossi Have My Own Room Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Burlington, VT Posts: 1,684 Trading: (8)	Re: Moral Dilemna... This is beyond a no-brainer. Get 'em on the horn, already! __________________ Marvin Shanken is a terrific guy... for me to poop on!

08-20-2009, 12:40 PM	#20
Skywalker BABOTL Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dice Location: Galaxy Far Far Away Posts: 10,168 Trading: (18)	Re: Moral Dilemna... I faced something like this a year ago: I sent all twenty boxes back ASAP!!! __________________ Smoke what you like!!!