I disagree - as long as people get the item within a couple of weeks - and they clearly know where the item is there shouldnt be a problem. Make sure it is clear in the listing when the anticipated delivery time is.
Depending which service you use, you shouldn't have a problem with items arriving on time. China Post is pretty reliable and nearly always arrives within a week sometimes closer to two.
As long as the customer thinks they are getting a bargain they won't mind waiting for a little while.
Be courtious and send a follow up email with estimated delivery. I send as much info as possible - ie tracking no, tracking site and an estimated delivery date. I give them some spiel about weekends pushing the date back a bit. Then when the item arrives before that date, voila, one happy customer Well until the paint washes off and the item electrocutes their cat...
I have started using Universal Package Tracking Service @ Packagetrackr as the site I direct customers to. It has lots of graphics and maps so you get a bit of a "oooh" factor - compare it to the standard China Post tracking site and you will see what I mean.
I think the risk of getting a negative is much the same compared to sellers who ship from their own country. There are so many buyers who simply don't understand the concept of DSR's that there is little hope either way. As is said time and time again, just make sure you have your back up plan ready!
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