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I was going thru some draws and came up with a few items that I am willing to Giveaway.
The items are a mix of SAKs, tools, knives, flashlights and other small edc items.

Rather than a straight GAW, I thought I’d see if there was some interest in having a Surprise Box style giveaway.

I am going to pack as much as I can in a small flat rate shipping box, then send it to the first person chosen randomly.  That person then gets to chose 1-3 items from the box, before sending it off to the next person who gets to do the same thing and down the list until we run out of items or people.

A couple of guidelines to better understand how it will work and agreement that you are making by signing up:
1.  Due to shipping costs and not knowing if VAT and taxes would make worthwhile, only US shipping addresses.  If there is enough interest from European members, I would be willing to send some items to start a European box.

2.  Total number of participants is currently limited to 20 to ensure sufficient items.  If I locate more items, I may increase.  If so I will announce.

3.  Depending on number of items that fit in box and people who sign up, there may be more than one surprise box and list.  If so, the people assigned each box and order will be created randomly.

4. The box recipient can select 1-3 items to keep.  If more than 1 item is selected then, recipient must add at least one item to the box for each additional item selected before shipping,

5.  Anyone who signs up agrees to ship the items to the next person in a timely manner. This means willing to pay for shipping (small flat rate box currently priced at $8.45)

6.  If you feel that you get a good deal from what you get from the box, please make a donation to the forum to help support this wonderful place.

Teaser picture of some items that will be included

If it was clear, it wouldn’t be a surprise.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #1 on: August 25, 2021, 03:31:54 AM
Sounds like fun, how do we sign up?
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #2 on: August 25, 2021, 03:32:49 AM
I was going thru some draws and came up with a few items that I am willing to Giveaway.
The items are a mix of SAKs, tools, knives, flashlights and other small edc items.

Rather than a straight GAW, I thought I’d see if there was some interest in having a Surprise Box style giveaway.

I am going to pack as much as I can in a small flat rate shipping box, then send it to the first person chosen randomly.  That person then gets to chose 1-3 items from the box, before sending it off to the next person who gets to do the same thing and down the list until we run out of items or people.

A couple of guidelines to better understand how it will work and agreement that you are making by signing up:
1.  Due to shipping costs and not knowing if VAT and taxes would make worthwhile, only US shipping addresses.  If there is enough interest from European members, I would be willing to send some items to start a European box.

2.  Total number of participants is currently limited to 20 to ensure sufficient items.  If I locate more items, I may increase.  If so I will announce.

3.  Depending on number of items that fit in box and people who sign up, there may be more than one surprise box and list.  If so, the people assigned each box and order will be created randomly.

4. The box recipient can select 1-3 items to keep.  If more than 1 item is selected then, recipient must add at least one item to the box for each additional item selected before shipping,

5.  Anyone who signs up agrees to ship the items to the next person in a timely manner. This means willing to pay for shipping (small flat rate box currently priced at $8.45)

6.  If you feel that you get a good deal from what you get from the box, please make a donation to the forum to help support this wonderful place.

Teaser picture of some items that will be included
(Image removed from quote.)
If it was clear, it wouldn’t be a surprise.

I must have one of those curvy things  :gimme:

This is an interesting idea. I have some items that are not smurf that I would be willing to put in the box in exchange for anything I take out.

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #3 on: August 25, 2021, 03:33:24 AM
Sounds like fun, how do we sign up?
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #4 on: August 25, 2021, 04:17:14 AM
Sounds like fun, how do we sign up?
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #5 on: August 25, 2021, 04:26:53 AM
I must have one of those curvy things  :gimme:

This is an interesting idea. I have some items that are not smurf that I would be willing to put in the box in exchange for anything I take out.

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I wonder how many will look at the picture and try to figure out what the curvy things are.


Great to have you.  I think we all have things we’d be willing to exchange.  Hopefully it gets interest and goes smooth, then maybe  it could happen again.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #6 on: August 25, 2021, 04:32:27 AM
I also have a couple of unsmurphy things I can add.  :)

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Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #7 on: August 25, 2021, 04:36:40 AM
I also have a couple of unsmurphy things I can add.  :)

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #8 on: August 25, 2021, 05:40:43 AM
Great idea !   :like:


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #9 on: August 25, 2021, 06:24:49 AM
Wonderful idea and generosity Sos  :like:

Good luck to all in the US  :popcorn:
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #10 on: August 25, 2021, 07:28:48 AM
Really fun GAW! I'm in Europe so good luck you in the US

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #11 on: August 25, 2021, 08:27:19 AM
I think it's an excellent idea. I don't want to put my name on the list but I would like to wish luck to those who enter.  I did just get the 2021 Pay it Forward package which seems to be the same concept, and still have to send that on. :cheers:


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #12 on: August 25, 2021, 10:44:14 AM
Outstanding idea :hatsoff: Will follow to see what the curvy stuff is! Have an idea of a couple so looking forward to see if I'm guessing right.
Good luck guys :cheers:

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #13 on: August 25, 2021, 10:46:53 AM
Very generous! Good luck to all who will participate. :like:


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #14 on: August 25, 2021, 11:25:55 PM
Hopefully there will be some more people wanting to participate.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #15 on: August 27, 2021, 07:02:25 PM
A bump to see if more interest.

If not, i’ll still send out a box to those interested.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #16 on: August 27, 2021, 07:23:50 PM
I think this is great idea, just worried about how we keep the chain going.
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #17 on: August 27, 2021, 11:25:37 PM
Nice and generous GAW Sos!
Great idea a surprise GAW!
Good luck to all!


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #18 on: August 28, 2021, 03:32:40 AM
I think this is great idea, just worried about how we keep the chain going.

I know some have a long chain because it is one big box.  Because I’m doing a small flat rate box, it would only be about 5+/- per box and each person would be responsible to mail to next.  The small flat rate will make it easier to mail, because even if box is damaged and can’t be reused, they are usually available at the post office.  You can even print off postage at home without a scale and just put in mailbox or give to mailman.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #19 on: August 28, 2021, 04:18:57 PM
Wonderful idea Sherry  :like:
This should be lots of fun for everyone participating !


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Reply #20 on: September 02, 2021, 04:55:59 AM
Wow.  I thought this might get a little more interest, but oh well.

Seeing that it has been a week a only a small interest, I will tailor the initial plan a little.  For those who have already expressed interest ( includes pa_strunk if want), if you message me your address, I’ll send you each a surprise box with a few items for you.

If more people show interest I will still have enough to do as originally planned.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #21 on: September 02, 2021, 05:07:43 AM
Wow.  I thought this might get a little more interest, but oh well.

Seeing that it has been a week a only a small interest, I will tailor the initial plan a little.  For those who have already expressed interest ( includes pa_strunk if want), if you message me your address, I’ll send you each a surprise box with a few items for you.

If more people show interest I will still have enough to do as originally planned.

Odd and a shame more folks weren't interested, but very generous of you still Sos  :cheers:
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #22 on: September 02, 2021, 05:36:28 AM
 :iagree:


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #23 on: September 02, 2021, 11:24:56 AM
Odd and a shame more folks weren't interested, but very generous of you still Sos  :cheers:

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #24 on: September 02, 2021, 03:50:48 PM
Such a great idea.  Could be some missed this thread? 

BUMP. 

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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #25 on: September 04, 2021, 05:02:50 PM
Another bump, just like to thank Sos24 to start this wonderful GAW, and those participating.  Have fun!  :tu:


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #26 on: September 09, 2021, 04:45:48 AM
Anybody else interested?
I really like the idea of a box of goodies that is sent around so that each recipient can take a few items but also gives a few items of comparable value.


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #27 on: September 09, 2021, 09:58:02 PM
Anybody else interested?
I am, if it's not too late to get in on the fun.
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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #28 on: September 09, 2021, 11:52:25 PM
I received a package from Sos today, and it was quite generous. I can't post a picture of the contents at the moment, but I will tomorrow morning.

I just realized that I forgot to do something in my PM to Sos. So I will do it now:

Thank you very much !


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Re: Surprise Box Giveaway - Limit 20 (unfortunately US only)
Reply #29 on: September 09, 2021, 11:53:11 PM
I am, if it's not too late to get in on the fun.

I am waiting for directions from Sos on how to proceed from here


 

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