I Am So Sorry, Please Forgive Me for Not Posting an Amazing Deal

Heaps for Cheaps on 18/05/2023 - 18:33
Last edited 19/05/2023 - 12:13

Every once in a while I search for exotic items to see how prices are moving over time, or for any clear-outs of stock or incorrect pricing, and a few days ago I ran into something that was surely a price-error, although for an item you guys probably wouldn't be interested in…

The item was Tork heavy duty cleaning cloths, normally around $160-$240 for a carton of 5 packs, but selling at $18 a carton… I initially purchased 2 to see if it was a pricing error, but the 2 were sent, and arrived… I wanted to test the waters as I didn't want to post a deal where it gets cancelled because it was a pricing error, or only a single pack out of the carton is sent…

If you haven't used Tork cloths, you don't know what you are missing. These are the ultimate in cleaning cloths, leaving behind any paper towel you can buy in a supermarket. Until you try them you won't know how well they absorb water and dirt, how strong they are. How well they clean over and over again. Just amazing, though hugely expensive.

Anyway, now knowing that the dream deal came through, I was going to post the deal, but I wondered if it was worthy as the stock levels might have been low… Fortunately I was able to check because once I added 5 to the cart it would not allow me to order any more, letting me know that no more are available…

So instead of posting, I purchased the last 5 . I received a free Dispenser and purchased a magnetic kit so that the dispenser sits on a metal surface like a fridge really securely.

I am weighing up the guilt of not posting vs the fact that there were only 7 cartons in stock, as well as the fact that people on OzBargain haven't ever used Tork cleaning cloths, so wouldn't appreciate the product for what it is.

Results of Poll & Conclusion

On balancing the poll and commentary, I am thankful that I have not only been forgiven, but my actions have been overwhelmingly seen as the right thing to do.
Thankyou everyone for your support.

Poll Options

  • 66
    The early bird gets the worm - Forgiveness granted
  • 23
    The deal should have been posted - Unforgivable
  • 23
    Pizza
General Discussion

Comments

  • Sawtell on 18/05/2023 - 18:35
    +1

    Back in stock!

  • ihbh on 18/05/2023 - 18:41

    Why don't you try to be more sustainable and use rags from old clothes and then throw it in the was to reuse until the wear out?

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 18/05/2023 - 18:43
      +1

      I use old rags, but they don't compare to the cleaning power, absorption and general usability of Tork.

      When using these, I am careful to re-use. ie, after I use it around the kitchen I'll then keep it to re-use on dirtier jobs like bathrooms before throwing away. Also, a single sheet is enough for a few uses, unlike paper towels where you have to use many sheets and still need more.

  • Aureus on 18/05/2023 - 18:41
    +1

    I forgive you. 😔

  • AustriaBargain on 18/05/2023 - 18:57
    +6

    It's recommended to post deals with 10 or more in the rules, your deal probably would have been moved to the insufficient quantity thread anyway.

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 18/05/2023 - 18:58

      That's also what I was thinking at the time, so it would have only gone to the same few that lurk in that thread. It eased my mind knowing that when I made the purchase for the remaining stock.

      • HardQuiz on 18/05/2023 - 20:12
        +2

        You know your encouraged to post in that thread.

  • Wiadro on 18/05/2023 - 19:23
    +2

    mmmm pizza

  • mantra on 18/05/2023 - 19:24
    +8

    posting a deal with more stock higher chance rapid influx of orders gets it flagged as price error

    you saved us from disappointment and got a bargain for yourself it's a win-win

    now im curious the stats, approximate 90% saving, how many deals posted at 90% off lowest price ever was successfully shipped, with a nice bell curve over differing savings

  • bobbified on 18/05/2023 - 19:24
    +2

    We can't be friends anymore! 😁

  • Benoffie on 18/05/2023 - 19:42
    +2

    I do it all the time. Sometimes I feel a little tingle of joy 😊

    Go on with your bad self!

  • lostgoat on 18/05/2023 - 19:45
    +3

    Are you serous OP ?
    I think we all know the best deals aren't posted .

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 18/05/2023 - 20:07
      +1

      I seriously didn't know this, I enjoy posting deals and sharing the love, but I guess I see there's more benefit keeping it hush hush on occasion.

  • YourLocalWeeb on 18/05/2023 - 19:51
    +3

    I'm here for the pizza

  • vodamerc on 18/05/2023 - 20:00
    +1

    I have something (deal/hack) that has saved me 10's of thousands of dollars over the last 2 years that I would never post because it would be patched in no time. The best stuff doesn't get shared.

  • plmko on 18/05/2023 - 20:11
    +1

    Nah you did the right thing.

  • sween64 on 18/05/2023 - 20:12
    +1

    You could’ve posted it as a comment in the Amazon insufficient quantity thread.

  • sween64 on 18/05/2023 - 20:13
    +1

    I hope you enjoy your lifetime supply of cloths.

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 18/05/2023 - 20:14
      +1

      Thanks. It is a lot, and they have no expiry date so as long as I keep them safely packed I am good to go. I will give a few to my parents & friends.

  • Nutrino on 18/05/2023 - 21:33

    Thanks for your lifes story.

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 19/05/2023 - 10:41
      +2

      I have been contacted by A Current Affair about shoppers fighting inflation with frugality. Will let you know when you can see more of my story on TV.

  • Adredocto on 19/05/2023 - 01:47
    +3

    $200+ for a cleaning cloth? Whoa

    • Spending2Much on 19/05/2023 - 09:54
      +1

      500kg of cloths. Whoa….

      • Heaps for Cheaps on 19/05/2023 - 10:35

        That part was incorrect, the whole carton is less than 10kg.

  • morse on 19/05/2023 - 04:55
    +1

    Everyone knows you don’t post a very good deal on OzB until you’ve got as much as you want, or you’re confident there’ll be adequate stock for yourself and others.

    My order of priority is, myself, friends I think might want to buy it, OzBargain, in that order. Some deals don’t make it to OzB.

  • skillet on 19/05/2023 - 09:42
    +2

    Why does this sound like an advertisement to me?

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 19/05/2023 - 10:47

      …because I truly love them so much. I'm not a business who justifies buying these for commercial workplaces, and I don't expect any OzBargainers will be buying them at full price either.

      • lostgoat on 19/05/2023 - 19:21

        Get rid of the full price crap . Most of the best buys are RRP for 5 secs and gone ( and no restocking). I wonder what they go for after that lol :)

  • LFO on 19/05/2023 - 10:12
    +2

    Tork also sells standard paper hand towels WITH a dispenser too. That is what I use in the garage.

    Real curious to know it they ARE as good as described.
    Not arguing just wondering.
    What is great for some might be standard for others. That personal opinion thingy.

    • Heaps for Cheaps on 19/05/2023 - 10:50
      +1

      I have also used the Tork paper hand towels, but from a roll, and although they are ok for light cleaning, they don't hold up well or hold enough water to tackle bigger cleaning tasks.

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