Free Batteries for Christmas

[nbk2000]

I was shopping at Wal-Mart a few days ago and picked up a big 24 pack of AA batteries for $8. A good deal usually, but it's going to be even better in a few weeks. http://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/smile.gif

Below you see a scan of the plastic carton that the batteries come in.

http://server3001.freeyellow.com/nbk2000/Free_Batteries.jpg

I've highlighted the hole through which the batteries are removed. This hole is cut using a razor, underneath the label that's peeled back from the bottom. Cut the hole near the edge of the box, rather than towards the center as shown. It'll be much easier for you to pull the batteries out then.

You don't try removing the whole label or opening the box which is heat sealed.

You extract the batteries out one at a time through the hole. An ice-pick or stiff wire to move them around, plus a needle nosed plier are needed to pull out the batteries.

Once you have all the batteries out, you set aside the box so it stays in "Like New" condition.

After you've used up the batteries, you put them back into the carton the same way you took them out. Make sure they're all arranged the same way, nipples at the bottom.

A dot of superglue to keep the label in place and you return the battery pack saying "We didn't need them". Get your money back.

Or, you can buy another package, extract the batteries and replace them with the dead ones and have a constant supply of fresh batteries with your $8 investment.

Don't go hog wild and do this every week at the same store otherwise they'll get hip to it and ruin it for everyone else.

Once every few months is fine.

And if they notice it (very improbable) and give you any static, DENY, DENY, DENY! You're just an "innocent" http://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/wink.gif customer who was returning some unneeded batteries. How where you to know that some nefarious vandal had tampered with the package before you bought it?

Yes, this is really rather petty, but if you're 14-15, then $8 worth of batteries can disappear in a couple of days in new toys, eh? And who want's to pay for them?

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[This message has been edited by nbk2000 (edited December 23, 2001).]

[RTC]

Sounds a good idea, but 2 things.

1, doing this instore is risky if you get caught, then you won't just get lifted for "shoplifting"

2, Doing this would only be applicable to people in the US, as for as far as my knowledge goes, that's the only places where Wall Marts are located.

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[nbk2000]

This is where I'd insert a :shaking head in pity: icon if we had one.

Firstly, where did I say "Do this in store."? NOWHERE. Otherwise you wouldn't have to return it, now would you?

And Wal-Mart isn't the only place in the universe that sell batteries in plastic packages as shown. Any store, any brand, apply the principle.

Reading doesn't do you any good without the ability to also comprehend what it is that you are reading.

Maybe you should stay away from chemicals and pyrotechnics till you can understand a simple (and safe) sentence before trying your hand at anything dangerous.

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[frostfire]

I need batteries for my camera fast!

and those 3V RC2 batteries never have a price cut.....probably never

the method ain't gonna work easy too, since it's packed individually or 2 max

ps: don't want to bring an old post back so I'll write here....the fav anime topic is going downhill fassssttt, I just left for a couple of days and find a "different" thread instead.
BTW, I believe paedophile is the def when an adult (certainly older) has sexual interest in minors (younger)......'n not vice versa


[This message has been edited by frostfire (edited December 23, 2001).]

[RTC]

Firstly, no you did not state that you did this instore, but nowhere did you state that you didn't.

The reason I said Wal-Mart is that was the shop you stated.

And whom said I do anything with chemicals or pyrotechnics?

I'm not trying to come across as a smart arse, or trying to give you hassle. I was just stating that doing it in store would be risky. Also, does anyone know what kind of charge the police would pin on you for doing this kind of thing in the store? I'm thinking tampering with goods, or something along those lines.

Sorry if this sounds like im dissing you NBK.

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[EP]

Well he did say "after you have used up the batteries" implying you take them home and use them.

I think I will just stick to my rechargeableshttp://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/smile.gif

[CodeMason]

No offense, but you've got to be pretty sad to steal $8 worth of batteries for christmas. http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif

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[nbk2000]

Who's stealing? I paid for the batteries, I just happen to want a refund on them after I've used them. http://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/wink.gif

Yes, it's petty in the sense that it's not a brinks heist. But for a youngster just getting started into the criminal lifestyle, it's an easy way to get over. And that's how the criminal mindset begins....getting over.

First it's litte things with small rewards and little risk that leads to larger things with large rewards and bigger risks.

Besides which, you've got to "stay in the game", even if it is minor shit. Otherwise you start feeling too much like a citizen.

And if you can't pull of a simple battery switch......you'd be a very sad criminal indeed.

Anyways, just one more thing to remember if you're ever short of cash.

Just one more gift from the Anti-Clause!
OH HO HO HO'S! http://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/wink.gif

PS: It'd be either shoplifting (in store) or petty larceny-theft if returned.

Naturally you've wiped down the batteries before you return then to the package to remove any prints.

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[This message has been edited by nbk2000 (edited December 23, 2001).]

[Agent Blak]

First there are walmarts in others countries besides the states. I hate walmart, to corporate, to well lit'. Think about it why would you do it in the store? WHY!? WHY!? Plus how would you use up the batteries.
I would have to say that it is a good start or learning tool on product tampering. Start with batteries using a razor blade and super glue(crazy glue is what we call it; endless uses, never leave home with out it). Then try pill bottles, soda bottles, packets of gum. If you can open them up and seal them back up there are endless uses(Bugs, Homing beacon, etc.).


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[twinkle]

I must say nbk2000 I probably do feel myself to much citizen .I don't like these things , if some one steels something of you or screwed you up you would be pissed of to I assume (I would be and I would pay the one who did back with interest )but while there are indeed realy people who cannot afford things to buy here is some nice info
http://www.beer.org/~tpark/strips.html

[megalomania]

My my, you people are really overanalyzing this a bit much. I think perhaps everyone should use this as a mental exercise in exploiting flaws in the system if you don’t actually want to do it. People would be well served by knowing what can be done so they don’t fall victim to schemes like this too. Use your heads people, it’s plain common sense, this con is pretty straight forward, with very few consequences. The best kind. Don Coroleone started out ripping off clothes and ended up the head of a criminal empire worth hundreds of millions. Why do I have the funny feeling there would be fewer nay sayers on a discussion about assassination?

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[nbk2000]

Exactly!

Assassination is a "Glamor" crime that gets all the publicity and fame, making its victims (and perpetrators) famous.

It's also a very easy thing to talk BIG about without ever having to actually put up or shut up about.

Think about it, if you can't even dishonestly switch dead batteries for fresh ones, and do it without getting caught, how in the FUCK do you expect to be able to murder another human being and get away with it?

The mafia isn't getting rich on Lufthansa heists, their money maker is the sale of stolen goods from dock yards and truck depots.

That's the nitty-gritty, decidedly unglamorous crime that makes up the day-to-day reality of the underworld.

This reminds me of the book I'm reading at the moment called "Secrets of the Samurai" which is a historical review of feudal Japans martial arts.

The samurai is the "Glamor", but the nitty-gritty is the rice farmer who's crop everything else sprung up around to control and protect.

Without the rice farmer, there'd be no samurai. Just as without the theif, there'd be no mafia.

Another thing (Take notice RTC), I don't spell out LITERALLY every minor and secondary detail of everything I mean.

I'm taking it for granted that the people I'm addressing are capable of reading between the lines, applying simple logic, and not having to be told that water is wet and ice is cold.

Think of me as a Godfather, who's lieutenant's know that a tapping of the fingers and a "hmmm..." after mention of someones name means "Kidnap him and his family, kill them all with a bullet to the head, then burn the bodies to ashes in our crematorium".

You don't expect a Godfather to have to explain all that to every wiseguy under his command, do you? The ones who can divine meaning without words are the ones who go far in life.

PS: I luv the way a simple battery switch scam becomes a philosophical discussion on criminality and the broader meaning of things. http://theforum.virtualave.net/ubb/smilies/smile.gif

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[twinkle]

I am sorry maybe I am not so smart and I don't ant to insult you nbk2000 but killing someone is a "glamor " crime ?
killing someone , I don't see the difficulty .When you want to do something difficult but what would be a " glamorous act" bring dead people back alive . I have never heard or seen someone who could do that and by the way there were some godfathers who got a not so old as they wanted to like Al Capone and some friends of him .

[mrloud]

Killing someone is easy. You just need to interrupt any one of many vital bodily systems. Much like stopping a car.

Not getting caught is the tricky bit.

[bangandow]

It is not a glamor crime because of its difficulty. It's a glamor crime because it gets attention. Nobody noticed theft unless it's the crown jewels or something but people DO notice when someone dies. You get attention, you get glamor.

[CyclonitePyro]

I have no problem with stealing from chain stores and big businesses however I wouldn't steal from someones house or a small business. I would easily justify perforating someone if I caught him stealing from me.

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[Riot]

Batteries -> Killing humm.......
anyway

Thats the risk u take, if i caught someone steeling from me i would take em out(not litrely) and i expect that they would do the same to me.

p.s. (not a diss) People get brought back to life every day eg. CPR/the shock paddle things

Also. What is the thing above the batteries in the scanned photo. (Probally a stupid question yes)

[This message has been edited by Riot (edited December 25, 2001).]

[nbk2000]

The thing above the batteries is the plastic package they come in.

And for everyone else who couldn't just appreciate a simple thing, I really just have to shake my head in wonder.

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Nothing more can be served by this so I'm locking it.

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