Pete, bidding on an item never gives the high bidder a break as it might be one of a kind or just the only one in stock. Many times in an auction someone will try to sell an item that they have at auction price or less, to the losers. As a person who has run a # of great auctions, I know there is no control over what people will do so keep in mind when bidding on any auction its you buck talking for you. Your best bet is to know the item your bidding on & just how far your willing to go price wise before you start . The best buyers are those who do there home work. It's up to you to know what your are doing the auction people have a job to do. We must realize AUCTIONS ARE CASH WARS MONEY TALKS ONLY!!!!!