How RedSpear Works
Quick Answer: Buy through a secure checkout; we hold the payment until delivery is confirmed, then pay the seller via PayID. Listing is free, with a 5% fee charged only when an item sells. Every seller and listing is reviewed first. 18+, Queensland-only.
RedSpear Armory is a managed marketplace for used gel blasters in Queensland. Buyers pay RedSpear directly through a secure Shopify checkout. RedSpear holds the funds until tracking confirms the item has been delivered — only then is the seller paid via PayID. Every seller is verified and every listing is manually reviewed before going live. This managed payment model removes the most common fraud risks in private sales, which is what makes us safer than Facebook and Discord .
New to buying second-hand? Learn how not to get scammed first.
Three Steps to Buy
Browse the marketplace
Find used gel blasters, rifles, pistols, mags, accessories & gear from verified Queensland sellers. Filter by category to find exactly what you need.
Browse listings →Ask questions
Have a question before you buy? Use the Product Question button on any listing. We'll get back to you quickly — usually within a few hours.
Ask a question →Buy securely
Pay through our secure Shopify checkout. We hold your payment until delivery is confirmed. You're protected the whole way.
How to buy securely →“Absolutely flawless experience from start to finish — purchased an hk416 with extras for an amazing price.”
— Valarie · Google review
Simple, Transparent Fees
- Free to list — no upfront cost, ever.
- 5% on sale only — deducted from your payout only if your item sells. Covers Shopify payment processing (~1.75% + 30c) and our platform fee (~3%).
- You see the exact dollar breakdown before your listing goes live — no surprises.
- Payout to your PayID within 48 hours of confirmed delivery.
On a $200 sale: Shopify fee ~$3.80 · RedSpear fee ~$6.20 · your payout ~$190.
No surprises, no fine print. See your complete fee breakdown before you submit a single thing.
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The success fee is only deducted from your payout when your item sells — you never need to pay it separately.
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Where the Money Is at Every Step
The whole process, with no grey areas. This is what happens to the money from checkout to handover:
- Buyer pays at checkout. The money goes to RedSpear, not the seller. It sits in holding.
- Seller ships, tracked. Tracked shipping is mandatory, and the seller sends us the tracking number the day they post it.
- Tracking shows “Delivered”. A 48-hour window opens for the buyer to report a problem.
- No problem reported? The seller is paid via PayID within 48 hours. Done.
- Problem reported? The payout stays on hold while we investigate — judged on tracking and the listing, not on either side's word alone.
- Parcel lost in transit? If tracking shows the item never arrived, the buyer gets a full refund from the held funds. The seller claims compensation from Australia Post, and we provide the order records to back the claim.
Selling? Download the free Seller Sheet (PDF) — the whole process plus the post-office shipping checklist on one sheet.
For Buyers
- Browse verified listings from Queensland sellers — every listing manually reviewed.
- Use the Product Question button on any listing to ask questions before you commit.
- Confirm you're 18+ and compliant with your local laws.
- Buy at the listed price through our secure Shopify checkout.
- Your payment is held until delivery is confirmed — you're protected.
- Issue after delivery? Contact us within 48 hours and we'll hold the seller's payout while we investigate.
For Sellers
- Register as a seller (18+ only) and wait for approval — usually within 24 hours.
- Submit your listing with clear photos, an honest description and your asking price.
- It goes live after our manual review, usually within 24 hours. No upfront cost.
- Ship within Queensland only, using a tracked service — mandatory.
- Item worth more than $100? Add AusPost Extra Cover when you post ($2.50 per $100 of value). Without it, AusPost compensation for a lost parcel caps at $100 — strongly recommended.
- Send us your tracking number the day you ship.
- Get paid via PayID within 48 hours of confirmed delivery.
- Notify us immediately if the item sells elsewhere — we'll unpublish at no charge.
FAQ
Is RedSpear Queensland-only?
Yes. Listings and shipping/pickup arranged through RedSpear are Queensland-only.
Is RedSpear 18+ only?
Yes. By using the site you confirm you are 18+.
How do payments work?
All marketplace payments go through our secure Shopify checkout. We collect the buyer's payment, hold it until delivery is confirmed, then pay the seller via PayID within 48 hours. You never pay the seller directly.
Is listing really free?
Yes. There is no cost to list. The only fee is 5% deducted from your payout when your item sells. If it doesn't sell, you pay nothing.
What is that 5% fee?
If your item sells, RedSpear deducts a 5% commission from the sale price before paying you out. Listing is free — the 5% is the only fee, and it only applies when you make a sale. It covers Shopify's payment processing (~1.75% + 30c) and our platform fee (~3%). You see the exact breakdown before you list.
When do I get my money?
Within 48 hours of confirmed delivery, via PayID. We'll also send you a text message as soon as you've been paid.
What does RedSpear do to reduce scams?
Seller applications and listings are reviewed before publishing, and rule-breaking or suspicious activity may be removed.
Do you guarantee outcomes?
We reduce risk significantly through seller verification, listing review and payment protection. If something goes wrong, contact us within 48 hours of delivery — we hold the seller's payout while we investigate.
What if the parcel is lost in transit?
If tracking shows the item never arrived, the buyer is refunded in full from the held funds — the buyer is never out of pocket for a parcel that didn't turn up. The seller isn't paid for a lost parcel, but can claim compensation from Australia Post: most parcel services include cover up to $100, and Extra Cover ($2.50 per $100 of value, up to $5,000) covers more valuable items. AusPost pays lost-parcel compensation to the sender, and we provide the order records to support the claim.
What if tracking says delivered but the buyer didn't get it?
Payouts are released on tracking, not on a claim alone. If tracking shows delivered and nothing is reported within 48 hours, the seller is paid. If the buyer reports a missing delivery inside that window, we pause the payout while the delivery is investigated with Australia Post. A tracking record showing delivery to the buyer's address weighs heavily in the seller's favour.