Wal-Mart Rant

Peteparker · 10-17-2011, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by FancyPants

You just have to know where to hide things. I didn't have money for my Iron monger at the time. So I hid him in the educational toy section at TRU. NOBODY buys pink telescopes. Let alone the ones on the top shelf.

So YOU'RE the one! There's 2 of the 10 Walmarts around here that I have to sift through all the toys for hidey holes.

DogFashionDisco · 10-17-2011, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Optimus Vader

lol.. a few weeks ago I was buying Namor and a few groceries (Target) and of course, Namor of all the things I was buying wouldn't ring up so the cashier had to call about eleven coworkers over (she made a pretty good scene) before finding the key person needed to fix her cashier, all while holding my Namor and me standing there like a douche while the line piled up because this 30 something year old man is buying what appears to be a naked man action figure.

They sometimes do that on purpose. A Target cashier can actually just enter whatever price they want if an item doesn't scan, so all they had to do was ask you what it was supposed to be, and if your reply sounded reasonable/honest then they'd type it in. Sounds to me like they wanted to pick on you. It happens.

Peteparker · 10-17-2011, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by DogFashionDisco

They sometimes do that on purpose. A Target cashier can actually just enter whatever price they want if an item doesn't scan, so all they had to do was ask you what it was supposed to be, and if your reply sounded reasonable/honest then they'd type it in. Sounds to me like they wanted to pick on you. It happens.

I can verify this. I got my first Namor for 6.99 when there was no sale because that's what I thought the price was a the time.

Fortune · 10-17-2011, 09:26 PM

Its actually surprising what the employees of stores are able to do but wont.

Morzilla · 10-17-2011, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Optimus Vader

lol.. a few weeks ago I was buying Namor and a few groceries (Target) and of course, Namor of all the things I was buying wouldn't ring up so the cashier had to call about eleven coworkers over (she made a pretty good scene) before finding the key person needed to fix her cashier, all while holding my Namor and me standing there like a douche while the line piled up because this 30 something year old man is buying what appears to be a naked man action figure.

You could also be buying it for your kid or a present for a kid, unless you strike up a conversation with the cashier loud enough to be heard by those behind you.

so don't feel. I don't and I'm always buying toys there!!!

behindthemask · 10-17-2011, 10:06 PM

They used to have a few self checkout lanes at my local walmart but got rid of them for some reason, I think 2 many people were stealing stuff, only scanning some items in. I usually try to go to the jewelry counter or entertainment section rather then the regular checkout there's less lineups and less likely to fuck up my toys lol.

Morzilla · 10-17-2011, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by DogFashionDisco

They sometimes do that on purpose. A Target cashier can actually just enter whatever price they want if an item doesn't scan, so all they had to do was ask you what it was supposed to be, and if your reply sounded reasonable/honest then they'd type it in. Sounds to me like they wanted to pick on you. It happens.

Yes we could enter what ever amount, but if the item is more than $20 then it needs to be verified. Hence calling the section for a price check.

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Originally Posted by Peteparker

I can verify this. I got my first Namor for 6.99 when there was no sale because that's what I thought the price was a the time.

Most MU figures are marked down 6.99, I'm not sure if this is a weekly sale or not, will verify the sale dates on Wed and let you guys know.

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Originally Posted by Fortune

Its actually surprising what the employees of stores are able to do but wont.

It's not the cashier's fault here. We do what we are told to do, the problem is those that are on the sales floor, although working at Target is to stay afloat I won't short change the store cuz people can't read the labels nor are savvy shoppers.

Morzilla · 10-17-2011, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by behindthemask

They used to have a few self checkout lanes at my local walmart but got rid of them for some reason, I think 2 many people were stealing stuff, only scanning some items in. I usually try to go to the jewelry counter or entertainment section rather then the regular checkout there's less lineups and less likely to fuck up my toys lol.

It has been shown that the self check outs take longer to solve pricing/item issues than you would with a regular cashier. Hence these self check out machines will start to fade out and eventually be done with.

Peteparker · 10-18-2011, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Morzilla

Most MU figures are marked down 6.99, I'm not sure if this is a weekly sale or not, will verify the sale dates on Wed and let you guys know.

I LOVE having someone who works there posting. Questions get answered!

The sale is posted as a weekly one which ends on the 22nd, at least in my neck of the woods.

dbriseno · 10-18-2011, 02:04 PM

Once RFID is implemented all checkouts will be eliminated

Do Boy · 10-18-2011, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dbriseno

Once RFID is implemented all checkouts will be eliminated

What is RFID?

dbriseno · 10-18-2011, 02:10 PM

Very small chip that can hold a limited amount of data. They can be inserted into packages and contain sku information, pricing, etc. Walking through a "metal detector" type of machine all RFIDs can be picked up and processed to total an order, even an entire basket of groceries in an instant. All the user has to do is swipe their card. This will help slow down (not prevent) shoplifting

D00MTR0N · 10-18-2011, 02:28 PM

my walmart just outright sucks,nothing more to say anymore,they just suck!

Falconhood · 10-18-2011, 07:10 PM

My Wal-Mart will NEVER get any good stuff, and I swear there is a person that should be putting out stock that puts it on eBay instead. Target Rules!

CLASSIFIED · 10-18-2011, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Falconhood

My Wal-Mart will NEVER get any good stuff, and I swear there is a person that should be putting out stock that puts it on eBay instead. Target Rules!

I agree with Falconhood.

My Wal Mart never has anything good either, but Target usually does.

Tiberius · 10-18-2011, 07:16 PM

I don't have Target, and won't ever have one in my area, so walmart is all I got. So far, they have been great for 3 packs.

CLASSIFIED · 10-18-2011, 07:24 PM

You should try Zellers.

cainraw · 10-18-2011, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by CLASSIFIED

You should try Zellers.

What part of the country are Zellers at? Is it like a Target or a Fred Meyers?

CLASSIFIED · 10-18-2011, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by cainraw

What part of the country are Zellers at? Is it like a Target or a Fred Meyers?

Which country?

Do Boy · 10-18-2011, 07:40 PM

Wrong thread

CLASSIFIED · 10-18-2011, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Do Boy

Work in progress/teaser:

Reminds me of an episode of the X-Men.

Wait, what does that have to do with Wal-Mart?

Remember when this thread was about a specific experience you had there?

Do Boy · 10-18-2011, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CLASSIFIED

Reminds me of an episode of the X-Men.

Wait, what does that have to do with Wal-Mart?

Remember when this thread was about a specific experience you had there?

Lol click the wrong icon lol. Meant to go in a different thread lol.

CLASSIFIED · 10-18-2011, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Do Boy

Lol click the wrong icon lol. Meant to go in a different thread lol.

Its cool Do.

I'm not a big stickler for shit like that.

Morzilla · 10-18-2011, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiberius

I don't have Target, and won't ever have one in my area, so walmart is all I got. So far, they have been great for 3 packs.

Target is building or is going to start building stores in Canada, don;t know which cites yet...

Morzilla · 10-18-2011, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Tiberius

I don't have Target, and won't ever have one in my area, so walmart is all I got. So far, they have been great for 3 packs.

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Originally Posted by Peteparker

I LOVE having someone who works there posting. Questions get answered!

The sale is posted as a weekly one which ends on the 22nd, at least in my neck of the woods.

Then you have till the 22nd to get them at that price. If in case you do see the same sign after the 22nd and is rung up at the regular cost, tell the cashier that there is a sign that has not being removed, we are obligated to honor such mistakes in your favor.

The sale signs are usually in red and it will tell you the dates for the sale on each item and for which item as well.

10-17-2011, 08:19 PM	#176
Peteparker Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 2,220	Quote: Originally Posted by FancyPants You just have to know where to hide things. I didn't have money for my Iron monger at the time. So I hid him in the educational toy section at TRU. NOBODY buys pink telescopes. Let alone the ones on the top shelf. So YOU'RE the one! There's 2 of the 10 Walmarts around here that I have to sift through all the toys for hidey holes. __________________

10-17-2011, 08:29 PM	#178
Peteparker Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 2,220	Quote: Originally Posted by DogFashionDisco They sometimes do that on purpose. A Target cashier can actually just enter whatever price they want if an item doesn't scan, so all they had to do was ask you what it was supposed to be, and if your reply sounded reasonable/honest then they'd type it in. Sounds to me like they wanted to pick on you. It happens. I can verify this. I got my first Namor for 6.99 when there was no sale because that's what I thought the price was a the time. __________________

10-17-2011, 10:06 PM	#181
behindthemask Repulsars ready to kill Join Date: May 2010 Location: Charlottetown,P.E.I. Canada Posts: 4,825	They used to have a few self checkout lanes at my local walmart but got rid of them for some reason, I think 2 many people were stealing stuff, only scanning some items in. I usually try to go to the jewelry counter or entertainment section rather then the regular checkout there's less lineups and less likely to fuck up my toys lol. __________________

10-18-2011, 07:48 AM	#184
Peteparker Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 2,220	Quote: Originally Posted by Morzilla Most MU figures are marked down 6.99, I'm not sure if this is a weekly sale or not, will verify the sale dates on Wed and let you guys know. I LOVE having someone who works there posting. Questions get answered! The sale is posted as a weekly one which ends on the 22nd, at least in my neck of the woods. __________________

10-18-2011, 02:10 PM	#187
dbriseno Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 46	Very small chip that can hold a limited amount of data. They can be inserted into packages and contain sku information, pricing, etc. Walking through a "metal detector" type of machine all RFIDs can be picked up and processed to total an order, even an entire basket of groceries in an instant. All the user has to do is swipe their card. This will help slow down (not prevent) shoplifting Last edited by dbriseno; 10-18-2011 at 06:28 PM..