Well it's unfortunate that people don't leave feeback, good or bad, most of the time. It sure would make this process more "secure".
Anyone with trader/trust rating used or can vouch for this individual?
Some of us have been trading with community members long before the forum's trust system was introduced. Ever heard of OTC? (though that's a system somewhat prone to abuse by people like luke jr., who will give negative feedback if you don't agree with their delusional points of view).