If the item was misrepresented upon inspection at the meet, you are under no obligation to purchase. This was not the case here and it sounds like negative feedback may be appropriate. At least the buyer told you he was backing out of cash purchase and didn't stand you up at the agreed upon meet.
Without question negative is warranted here. I usually won't buy a pistol without original box, unless it's an older one. I would guess the box you received is in less than new shape as well and what an inconvenience. There are quite a few bad apples here and they should be identified for...
Bad guys can and will show up any where. Always extremely careful trading with a new member with limited feedback...always heavy traffic location...not Chic Filet on Sunday. Carrying will not help you deal with someone that kills you quick for your money. Use good judgement when meeting with...