just curious if anyone who ebays uses "proxy" bidding?

i typically have not, but am thinking it may be better to proxy bid early to remove the emotional rush of last minute bidding.

i have personally seen some VERY strange things on ebay with regard to items, sellers, and bidding, and have heard of even stranger situations.

im starting to think bid early with the $ i would pay, dont even look until auction is over, and either you won or lost.

however, it seems to be human nature to keep the cards closer to the chest.

i have gotten several great deals on ebay, and never paid more than i was origionally comfortable with, but im just a little leary of throwing all the cards on the table early with the proxy bid.

any opinions or experiences? - ben