Quoted from Fezmid:You got downvoted more than I think you should have. I agree with you - carrying a lot of cash on hand makes me nervous. Hell, the one time I had $5k in cash for a machine, I was super nervous walking out of the BANK...
I didn't partake in the downvote fest, but my guess as to why he got downvoted was because his scenario reads just a bit outrageous, though not entirely unlikely to happen.
I think most people here are pretty cautious when it comes to reading the language of a pinball ad (and i'm not talking about just a written language, if you get what i'm saying.) Instinct and sixth sense will come into play, and I think most people here are able to sniff out a scam or when something just isn't right.
Plus, it's always good to bring a friend to help move it. Basically a witness to the transaction.
Lastly, if you guys are uncomfortable handling money, maybe have an actual grown up go with you to hold the money if it is too scary.
I kid, I kid.
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Just carry a gun.