While I can think of nothing better than helping a brother out, and having a bit of fun in the process, I side with those who say sell it on ebay. He will get his money much faster, which is the whole point.
I see about 20 guys jumping in, at $20 each, still only $400, then 3 months later, still not enough interest to draw, and the man is still waiting to sell a saw to pay some bills.
And, thats not looking at the administrative and legal side. This is much more public than the local country store selling punch outs for a new shotgun.
I personally think the admin side of it would most likely end up causing the most trouble, and ultimately, hard feelings.
And one last thing is what about next time? Most remember the troubles we went through with growing pains when the trading post was first opened.
In all, I think this a sitation best avoided on site, but I'm just a moderator. the final desision would, of course, rest with Darin.
-Ralph