I usually do, but prefer stuff to be sent recorded. Once he has sent the item, it's out of his hands, so if I don't receive it, he can easily just say 'well, I posted it'. Then I have no come-back.

I can't understand why he is ignoring me. It's annoying because I am a prompt payer and have bought something since from someone else, which is already paid-for and on its way. I will pay immediately for his item, if only we could establish 2-way contact!