I've been screwed over by a few buyers, and I do also admit to returning the favor to a few of them as well. ( Only those who tried to do it to me first
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I used to sell my fur only to a local buyer or two and another buyer who passed through town once a week during season. I believe he bought for Tom Zander.
When my local buyer finally retired, I started sending everything to NAFA. We had a couple of disagreements that first year, then for several years after that, I got nothing but great service and top prices.
Then a few years ago, Herman Jansen of NAFA decided to start playing politics with our commission. They had raised it several years before, and donated part of the proceeds to the NTA and part to the State Association from where the fur had originated. Herman "claimed" they could no longer afford to do this and they are now keep all of the commision promised to the NTA.
When they decide to drop the politics and BS, and send the money where it was promised, I'll consider selling to them again. Until them there are several good, reputable dealers who advertise in the Trapper and Predator caller magazine, several of who mow donate part of their commission to the NTA.
I'll be happy to send my business to them.