eevBLAB #20 - Franky, Ebay, & Hong Kong

Franky from the Ebay store 99centHobbies dropped by the lab and we had a quick chat about ebay, selling, shipping, and the Hong Kong electronics scene compared to Shenzhen China.

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[aaroNiGHTS]

Huge props for this guy for being super open with how he operates!

[andrewmcneil]

Franky is the man, one of my favourite sellers on ebay. Great insight into the Chinese and Hong kong world of ebay and shipping.

[philbx]

Thanks much Dave & Franky for a very interesting chat.

[hankus]

Have bought from Franky several times at the recommendation of Martin Lorton.  Although not crucial, his ability to comprehend and speak fluent English should not be overlooked.  That's a big thumbs up, when you have a special request and a person like Franky is right there in Hong Kong to assist you.  Thanks Dave for sharing that with us.

[Fatcatbaz]

Well done Dave, very interesting discussion on an important element for hobby enthusiasts. Franky is a typical Hong Konger, really nice people...

[ZoomyZoom]

Seems like a respectable guy. Nice video per usual

[MrChn]

You should really practice interviewing by letting the guest talk without constantly interrupting

[turboslag]

So interesting to see this guy, I've bought a few items from his ebay store but didn't realise he was so recognised! Service and quality have been excellent so far, in fact stuff from 99 cent often arrives before domestic UK suppliers!!

[geekycow]

Lovely interview! It's so nice to see a face behind the otherwise anonymous ebay shops from HK. :) Thank you.

[acherion]

A really informative and candid interview about running businesses online / eBay there Dave. Asking a lot of interesting questions too. Great job!

[drpsht]

I often take a look at what Franky has on sale, as I found the items to be of very good quality - especialy the silicone wires. Highly recommended !

[KEKuu]

easily the best guest you've had by the lab.... really entertaining and interesting!
i didn't know who franky was but i do now
thx dave

[triestelondon]

I just want to say thanks to all those one man/woman operations on Ebay that make life easier.

[leppie]

Even in South Africa, a few years ago, I would packages via normal airmail in 7-10 working days from Hong Kong. Not so any more. Local postal service is our problem. Edit: I have always got my stuff from Franky :) Hopefully he will still allow shipping to SA with mandatory tracking.

[srvr]

Thanks for another great video Dave. And thanks to Franky for being an excellent seller :)

[capriracer]

I have purchased several of the double layer multimeter cases from 99centHobbies in the past. They are very nice. I also have several other items in my wish list from his store that I will purchase in the future.

[Pillowcase]

Really cool conversation - thanks for posting.

[erichelms]

Thanks for featuring Franky and 99centHobbies. Just placed my order and I'll update in 2.5? weeks when everything gets in.

[McSynth]

Happy new year sir. All the best to you, the better half and Sagen.

[YeOldeSpellbooke]

Thanks Dave and Franky, that was a very interesting BLAB :)