zrbliss

[HancockBuilder]

I need the member using the screen names "zrbliss" and "Ike Malarki" of "K, 18th CTV Qunibaug Valley Rifles", or the real name of Robert Grandchamp, to contact me concerning the items my teenage son purchased from you.
Thank you,
Bill Hancock

[PVT.THIB]

Not to fuel the flames of this thing but this is the last thread started about him:
http://www.cwreenactors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=13296

And for the record I have ordered from Robert and he shipped very promptly and the item was as described. I hope youl all get this sorted out.
Thanks

[Doc Holiday]

I also purchased a pair of pants from him almost a month ago and they did not fit. I let him know and have heard nothing since. Good luck on getting a hold of him.

[agrnbrt]

Mmm has anyone here taken notice of this guys's name? Ike Malarki.
Come on folks, nobody here ever hear of the word MALARKY, meaning bull sh*t? HELLLO? anyone?
Ya' all got to be kidding right.
The funny thing is that out wonderful moderator closed down the other thread mentioned above before things could be sorted out.
Like someone asked..."why wasn't a red flag raised before?"

[tompritchett]

The funny thing is that out wonderful moderator closed down the other thread mentioned above before things could be sorted out.
Like someone asked..."why wasn't a red flag raised before?"

Actually the thread was closed when the originator PM'd me that he had managed to work things out with zrbliss and then requested that the thread be closed.

[HancockBuilder]

We are still hoping that someone will contact us. My PM box is almost full, so contact me @ HancockBuilder1967@yahoo.com.
Thank you,
Bill Hancock

[stuffy25thia]

I had ordered a pair of sky blue pants, size 36, and a haversack from Mr. Grandchamp, what I got today was a blue kepi and nothing else.
Hope he is happy with my $45.00, I know I'm not with what I received.

[k6j3p]

Hey you got my Kepi...... I sent $45 for a list of things including a kepi, belt buckle, Confederate jackets, vest, cartridge box, suspenders...He did state to make an offer. I wonder how many other sent in $40-$50... he probably made alot more this way than if he stated a price for each item. I did get my VA buckle, and a copy of 1865 customs of service that was not on my list. I did get the items fast, but thought I was getting more for my money......
KP

[stuffy25thia]

Hey you got my Kepi...... I sent $45 for a list of things including a kepi, belt buckle, Confederate jackets, vest, cartridge box, suspenders...He did state to make an offer. I wonder how many other sent in $40-$50... he probably made alot more this way than if he stated a price for each item. I did get my VA buckle, and a copy of 1865 customs of service that was not on my list. I did get the items fast, but thought I was getting more for my money......
KP

I have no need for the Kepi, you can have it if you will pay the shipping. Someone might as well get the correct item.
PM me your shipping address, and I'll get it sent to you, when you get it, please send me the amount of shipping.
Sound fair enough?

[50th VA Corporal]

I have no need for the Kepi, you can have it if you will pay the shipping. Someone might as well get the correct item.
PM me your shipping address, and I'll get it sent to you, when you get it, please send me the amount of shipping.
Sound fair enough?

Now that's an absolute noble thing for you to do!

A seven gun salute for your high principles.

Jas. T. Lemon
50th VA Corporal

[NBocci]

:confused: I hope not to fule the fire hear but, I had ordered a shelter half off this "Mr. Grandchamp" and received it today. I only looked at this thread out of question because I had remembered seeing the name zbliss around in my pm's. It turns out it was "Mr. Grandchamp". I had ordered a federal issue shelter half off him about 3-4 week ago. I had just recieved it in the mail today. According to his post he was selling TWO peices of a federal issue shelter half, when I opened the box today their was only a ONE peice of a federal shelter half not TWO as stated in the post. Their also was the marking that said 34th Mass written in magic marker. I thank you "Mr. Grandchamp" for not including that little detail about the shelter half in your post. Also if anyone bought a rifle sling off him and dident recive it it was sent to me. I say this because I dident buy a rifle sling off him.

[HancockBuilder]

Did anyone receive suspenders (my son), a roller buckle belt for up to a 48" waist (me), or a dress (my daughter)? Did anyone receive any World War II gear (my son)?
Bill H.

[k6j3p]

Stuffy you are a true gentleman. I sent you a PM.
KP

[HancockBuilder]

Sir,
So far 1 item, a kepi, seems to have found it's rightful owner. Perhaps some other items will turn up and make this a little easier to swallow.
Thank you,
Bill H.

[HancockBuilder]

Sir,
Go back through your "pms" and look what was agreed upon. Do you really feel that you sent everything on the list?
Bill H.

[huntdaw]

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So since other people got the wrong thing - I ordered a copy of Upton's Tactics and got a small, hardbound, blank journal book, which isn't bad actually. Someone had written something on one page but I have not used it yet and if somebody got what I ordered, I'd swap with them if they had ordered the blank book.

[agrnbrt]

Ok folks here's a tip for you all.
Everyone who has been ripped off by this individual. Pm each other. Compare information on the address that you all mailed money to. Contact the USPS inspectors office about mail fraud. Addition - THP - see thread at top of conference on exactly how to do this
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[Doc Holiday]

The trousers that I bought were to be a 34 34 and they were. They were also in new condition, never worn. They were not. They had been worn a few times because they had mud and dirt on the botton and the botton although sewn, were frayed a little and were not the butternut he had said they were but more a grey. If anyone wants to trade for something, let me know. If he promised this item to someone, let me know by leaving a pm and we can sort this mess out. I did request pics of the product. His reply was the camera was broken and could not get pics at this time. Because of him, my trust in this forum is shaken. He is the only person to rip me off on this forum. Here is the address he told me to send payment for trousers. Is this the same one that other people send their payment too. Thanks
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[jademonkey]

Doc,

The above address matches one that I received from him two years ago when there was another problem here with him selling things. I am pretty sure he's a young guy - probably early twenties as I believe his excuse for not getting me/other people stuff at that time was that he was busy with school. He has also apparently ripped some folks off in the Rev War community up north, deletion - THP

[stuffy25thia]

Stuffy you are a true gentleman. I sent you a PM.
KP

I have replyed to your PM, your Kepi will go out Monday morning.
Now, who has my Sky Blue pants and haversack? (only kidding) LOL

''Life's tough... it's even tougher if you're stupid.''

[zrbliss]

I love how people can call me a scumbag and other vulgar terms when they don't even know me, you got some **** good items that I hated to part with. You really should realize and think before acting, this is so rediculous. Now leave me alone, I am so done with this hobbydeletion - THP; language.

[Doc Holiday]

I have sent you several emails to no effect. The trousers that I was sent were used not new like you stated. deletion - THP; leave off the personal stuff

[skamikaze]

nice try rob, I know for a fact that you have not left the area OR the hobby.

if anyone wants a direct line to Mr. Grandchamp, pm me for his number.

[sooporcow7]

Is anyone going to issue an emancipation proclamation for this war? it seems the war is already taking on a new cause, name calling maybe Lincoln should have tried that. I believe the name calling should cease and the thread should be deleted, it is getting a little out of hand. Actually the thread should have been closed long ago and deleted, this is something that should be solved in private and not brought into public light. I personally enjoy reading posts on this forum and have recently been taken back by some of the things I have read. I can't say for sure who I agree with here. Frankly I hope everyone gets the gear they wanted. However, I am tired of trying to look for gear and seeing another bashing of another user. So I am personally requesting this thread be deleted for the sake of preserving the union (oh sorry wrong war). I mean't preservation of the forum!

-Tyler Bergeron

[Doc Holiday]

How can this be solved in a private matter when Mr. Grandchamp will not return any emails. Thats the only contact I have and it is not effective.

[stuffy25thia]

How can this be solved in a private matter when Mr. Grandchamp will not return any emails. Thats the only contact I have and it is not effective.

Myself, I don't have his email address, only been able to PM him about the matter. He hasn't returned any of them.

[agrnbrt]

Is anyone going to issue an emancipation proclamation for this war? it seems the war is already taking on a new cause, name calling maybe Lincoln should have tried that. I believe the name calling should cease and the thread should be deleted, it is getting a little out of hand. Actually the thread should have been closed long ago and deleted, this is something that should be solved in private and not brought into public light. I personally enjoy reading posts on this forum and have recently been taken back by some of the things I have read. I can't say for sure who I agree with here. Frankly I hope everyone gets the gear they wanted. However, I am tired of trying to look for gear and seeing another bashing of another user. So I am personally requesting this thread be deleted for the sake of preserving the union (oh sorry wrong war). I mean't preservation of the forum!

-Tyler Bergeron
Sir,
Folks here are pissed at this bum. They have tried to do it on a personal level without resolution. This had been brought to light sooner. However when it was, the thread was shut down. "Mr Malrki" is true to his name and a thief as well so it appears.
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This is not bashing. This is an attempt at justice and in trying to warn others of the danger this man poses.

[sooporcow7]

Sir, I would like to inform you that I too bought items off of this "bum" so infact it is my buisness. I purchased several items off of him. They came in condition suitable for me, since I was paying very low prices I didn't expect much. I did not see pictures so I am as guilty as the next for purchaisng items before I saw them. I just wish this site would go back to its upstanding forums and stop all this nonsense. I think it is perfectly fine for you to try to contact Mr. Grandchamp. However, the name calling is getting old. I personally knwo the man and have never thought of him as a thief etc. He has always greeted me and welcomed me. I suppose I could say he burned me since he sent me one halve of a tent instead of two halves. But it happens, he is not a sutler. I am not trying ot protect HIM I am trying to protect this forum from all the negative comments. So go right ahead rip me up too. I suppose I am deserving of some name callign because I am trying to stop all this. I am not trying to make anyone angry I am simply stating that seeing all this name calling is very displeasing, especially for someone liwk myself who is just getting into the hobby. If you did not get what you asked/paid for then I have no problem with you. I have a problem with those who decide to call him a "thief" a "Bum" etc" If you feel this way there is no need to post these things. Sometimes its best to keep things inside. I don't agree with all the points brought up on here but I don't call you men names. Thats all, I just wish the name calling would cease. Good Luck getting your gear everyone, just please leave out the names. Please and thank you

-Tyler Bergeron

[50th vice pres]

sounds like zrbliss had his feelings hurt.... but I'd side with everyone else that was wronged first. If it was simple mistakes then you should simply fix them, how hard can that be??

[zrbliss]

Ahh yes, I am a thief, hmm wonderful language to go out there and slander a good name of an honorable man with, I think another of those reputable gentleman called me a scumbag, hmm all very interesting. Now in my line of work we live by a code, we lead the way with integrity, we never leave a fallen comrade behind, and we go the extra distance, because we are the best of the best. Now Malarki, that is an actual person. He wants to rest in peace. I am pleading with the mods to close down my account, it needs to be closed ASAP. Ike is moving to Canada, he only sold the very best and people got ticked off because they thought he made something, he made nothing at all, but only a long, laguring heart that moans with a painful hurt. So now leave me alone, as I rest in peace.

[50th VA Corporal]

Ahh yes, I am a thief, hmm wonderful language to go out there and slander a good name of an honorable man with, I think another of those reputable gentleman called me a scumbag, hmm all very interesting. Now in my line of work we live by a code, we lead the way with integrity, we never leave a fallen comrade behind, and we go the extra distance, because we are the best of the best. Now Malarki, that is an actual person. He wants to rest in peace. I am pleading with the mods to close down my account, it needs to be closed ASAP. Ike is moving to Canada, he only sold the very best and people got ticked off because they thought he made something, he made nothing at all, but only a long, laguring heart that moans with a painful hurt. So now leave me alone, as I rest in peace.

I would assume the most honorable thing to do would be contact the dissatisfied "customers", which apparently there are many, and offer them a refund on the wares they have or should have received.

I believe that honor is only as good as your actions, and not soley on your words.

Having been a lifetime Scout and Scouter we tend not to use the ideal "Honor" loosely. "On My Honor" is our intergrity.

Jas. T. Lemon
50th VA Corporal

[NBocci]

I am so sick of this bashing that I am moving out of this country. All of you ass holes should be ashamed of yourself. I sent exactly what you ordered, nothing more or less. I have made nothing off of this process, **** I am just passing along the gear I spent thousands on at cut rate prices just to get rid of it. You people should pull your heads out of your asses and realize that you got the best gear out there at the best rates there were. Nothing more or less. I never ripped off anyone, and if you think you got ripped off, pull your head out of your ass and contact me like a gentleman. You people have some serious issues. Ya know Alex Belhumeur tried this three years ago, it ruined me, this is not a business, its an honest joe trying to get by in hard times. Leave me alone, I am done here.

According to your post it states above you sent out nothing more or less. Well how come when I opened my box yesterday their was only one peice of the TWO peices of a shelter half. And no more then 15 min after posting a response to the thread on the 2nd page I have a person saying they got the other peice of the shelter half I bought. Sorry to the guy who dident want his name to be revieled but I have to because now this is turning into a pile of lies on your part. Seemes to me thet you only reveal your true name when it comes time to cash a check.

[dnorton1864]

In response to this whole issue I have to say that I am very disappointed. I myself purchased 2 items from him within the course of a year. One item was as described and came in quite quickly. The other item, a set of Atlanta Arsenal Accouterments never came. I ordered this last SUMMER. Since that time, I sent him 6-8 PMs through the site.

Both Payments were sent at 2 different times to this address:

Robert Grandchamp
147 New London Ave.
Warwick, RI 02886

Fortunately, I kept all documentation of the transaction (With Copies of the Money Orders Scanned,) and filed postal fraud charges. The purpose of this posts serves two functions.



First:

To let others know yet another testimonial. (By the way his name posted at this time was not Ike Malarki, It was R. Grandchamp.)

Second:

To let Robert Grandchamp know that I have not forgotten. I will not forget. Once the Postal Service has they're way with you I'm sure that you will not forget what you have done here either.


One last thing, In one of the early PMs Grandchamp mentioned that he had been delayed due to school. He may have even mentioned what institution it was, I will look tonight and if there is interest post it.

[jurgitemvaletem]

The best option for those burned by this "gentleman", especialy those who are our a substantial bit of money.

http://www.cwreenactors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6266

[tompritchett]

Moderator Hat:

Gentlemen, relunctantly I am now having to shut down this thread. At the request of Mr. Hancock, I had left the thread open for two reasons. First zrbliss was not responding to emails and pms from Mr. Hancock seeking resolution to the dispute. The last time an individual did openly ask zrbliss to contact him, zrbliss did indeed contact him privately and the matter was resolved. At that time the person that had started the thread requested via a PM that I delete the thread which I then proceeded to do. Second, once it became apparent that items had inadvertently been shipped to the wrong individuals, Mr. Hancock publicly requested that the thread remain open so that members could compare notes and determine who had accidently received someone else's purchased item. This thread was never intended to become a general bashing of zrbliss and because it has become such, I now must shut it down in accordance with forum guidelines. This is unfortunate as I would not be surprised if there are still other members here who may have accidently been shipped items from zrbliss that had actually been sold to someone else. Now these items may never find their proper home.

Now to clean up the thread of all the name calling.

[zrbliss]

If you got something wrong or mixed up, contact me directly by PM, Hancock, I have your other stuff, it was in two boxes- send me a PM with address. Let us resolve this like brothers in arms, fighting agains the noble cause of Boss Stalin.

MODS- DELETE my address ASAP. I have gotten death threats from this forum before and I don't want my kids to see this stuff again.

[stuffy25thia]

I have sent you a PM.

[HancockBuilder]

PM with address has been sent.

[brown30741]

Actually, I contacted you via PM, but you haven't replied to me. Looking forward to hearing from you so we don't have to air your dirty laundry in public.

[HancockBuilder]

I, not zrbliss, originated this thread. I have been told that another trade, albeit at some additional cost to those involved, has been worked out between 2 of our members. This thread is working. Gentlemen, keep this civil so the thread stays open and functional!
Bill H.

[tompritchett]

At the request of a member who is missing an item from his shipment, I am reopening this thread for the sole purpose of members to post items that they apparently received in error so that these items might find their proper home. If you are missing an item from a shipment or received an excess item, please post it and then use the PM function to arrange the appropriate transfer of property. No, and I repeat, no furthername calling or trashing of anyone will be tolerated. Please honor this request as, if I have to, I will lock this thread back down in a heartbeat and then the people who had their gear shipped to the wrong person will never get a chance to receive their gear. This is not about retribution or justice, this is only about getting the right gear to the right people. Thank you.

[tompritchett]

I have merged the two threads in order to better monitor what is going on and to make my warning applicable to the newer thread.

[dnorton1864]

Hello All,

First off, Mr. Pritchett Thank You for keeping this thread open. I hope that we can resolve some of the "Mis-shipments." So in an attempt to do so let me ask this: Has anyone recieved an Atlanta Arsenal set of accouterments? Supposedly this transaction was done with a "Caleb Horton...." Though doccumentation proves otherwise. I am more than willing to pay shipment for anyone who may have it.

Thank You All For Your Help hope we can get this all resolved.


David Norton

[stuffy25thia]

I would like to get the sky blue size 36 pants that I paid for. I have already bought a haversack to replace the one I bought but never received from Mr. Grandchamp. He did PM me and stated he didn't have what I had paid for, but the kepi was worth more than I paid. I told him I would send it back for a complete refund, have not heard from him since, so the kepi goes out Monday to the correct buyer.
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[k6j3p]

I have sent my original list of wanted items to Mr. Grandchamp. I have not heard anything back from him as of yet. I only received a belt buckle but inquired about many items and asked for availability before sending a check. I did not hear anything back. Here are my PM's to him:
What kind of WW2 stuff do you have?
I would be interested in some stuff Any German stuff?
Are the confederate jackets taken yet? I'll give ya $20 if they are still available. Early war cartridge box $10 vest $10 Please let me know.
Keith
VA buckle- $10
Forage cap- $20
KP
please verify what is available to me and the total price. What is the best way to send payment?
Keith
Quote:
Originally Posted by zrbliss
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2. Size 7 1/4 Dirty Billy Type 1 Fed Forage Cap. Never worn.
3. Size 42 CSA butternut shell jacket-Jarnagin
4. Size 42 Jarnagin CSA charcoal vest
8. Early war Militia style cartridge box, hand made by friend. Never used, linen sling included.
10. Cast Virginia Brass belt buckle, cost me 45 bucks, not the cheap type.
12. White and pink ticking suspenders.
13. Size 42 Jarnagin dark gray RD III jacket.
Please verify that all this is available to me. How would you like payment? How/when will you ship?
Keith
I will be mailing a check for $25 for items mentioned in last PM. Upon arrival and inspection I will send more if deemed appropiate. I will give a fair price.
Keith
Will send $35 out tomorrow, if I really like the stuff I'll send you more.
Thanks
Quote:
Originally Posted by zrbliss
Keith,

Thought we agreed on 45, or was I thinking of another dealer. Just want to clear, maybe 35.
So I have confirmation that Mr. Grandchamp would take $35 for the list I sent... I mailed a check for $40. I got the VA. Buckle and a book.... who should get 1865 customs of service for officers of the army? Anyone get anything on the above list they did not order? PM me and I'll be happy to work things out.
KP

[12thriv]

Hello all, i am Caleb Horton. I do not own a set of Atlanta arsenal accouterments, except for a cartridge box. I bought this cartridge box over three years ago on the Authentic Campaigner, and can have the man who sold it to me vouch for me if need be.

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Moving on to the matter over the Atlanta arsenal accouterments. I remember a season or two ago at a local New England event. Mr Grandchamp approached me, admiring my cartridge box. He proclaimed that it was a very nice box, and he liked how i had the "complete set". I told him that it was a mix match of accouterments and not a complete set, he replied "oh really?" Unveiling a strange grin he turned away from me and ended the conversation. Sir, this man probably never owned an Atlanta arsenal set of accouterments, and he is now using me as his scapegoat.

I have many pards in this hobby who can vouch for my honesty. I have never made any dishonest transactions on either this forum, or the Authentic Campaigner forum. Apparently, he is now tarnishing others' reputations. deletion - THP; crossed a line as per normal forum guidelines

[tompritchett]

Is this the guy?

And if it is, what does it matter. I have deleted your post because of the real danger it may place this gentleman in. His actions have justifiably angered a large number of reenactors, some of whom have since made some very serious threats against him. While I can fully understand the anger, I can not allow anything to be posted that might assist anyone in actually venting that anger through physical violence.

Everyone please remember, the only reason that this thread remains open is the facilitate the matching up items that had been shipped to the wrong individuals with their proper owners. Thank you.

[JasonW]

Sorry Tom, I see your point.

[12thriv]

I apologize for outburst, i was very angry after reading that he falsely used my name. To be honest i think i misread what you wrote David, did Mr. Grandchamp say he sold me an accoutrement set? Or that i sold it to you? None the less i would like to get a clear picture of whats going on. Thank you,

Caleb

[dnorton1864]

Caleb,

Your anger is certainly understandable. In a PM from Mr. Grandchamp, he stated that you sold the set to me. We both know this is not true I am sure; as you have previously attested that you don't even own a full set. In addition, I have printed PMs that document the transaction was with Grandchamp along with a digital copy of the personal check sent to him. I do not consider you to be at any fault in this whole ordeal, please don't worry about that. I want to apologize for any panic it may have caused seeing your name on the thread.

Just for the record so that everyone can see I want it made clear that I don't consider Caleb Horton to be at any fault for the actions of Grandchamp.

The purpose for posting the name Caleb Horton was to see if Grandchamp had used this name to scapegoat to anyone else.

I do not wish to encourage any further slander towards Grandchamp, I just wish to resolve the conflict.

Apologies for the worry Caleb,


David Norton

[12thriv]

Thanks for coming to my defense Bill, i hope justice is served.

[HancockBuilder]

Of the items that my son and I paid for, we did not receive the following:
1) ACW era braces for trousers ( bought by my son)
2) ACW era roller belt with buckle (up to size 48") ( bought by me)
3) WWII era original pistol belt (bought by my son)
4) WWII era universal pouch (bought by my son)
5) WWII era shovel cover (bought by my son)
6) WWII era canteen and cover (bought by my son)
7) WWII era mess gear (bought by my son)
8] WWII era M1941 field jacket (bought by my son)
9) ACW era ladies dress for my daughter (bought by me for her)
If anyone has any of this, please let us know. If you also paid for it and have it, please let us know that as well. I have 1 item extra that I received. I have notified that individual by pm. I have notified 2 individuals of items that were sold and shipped to me that they were expecting. If we all do this, many questions might be answered.
Thanks for your time,
Bill H.

[tompritchett]

Bill, I was contacted via a PM today by a new member whose account has not yet been validated by the Provost and therefore cannot post. He indicated that he had a pair of suspenders shipped to him that he did not order. I will PM you with his contact information.