He doesn’t like to be questioned I’ve found, even if it’s an honest one. He responds to people bluntly and suggests not to waste his time unless you intend to buy. Always far too expensive anyway.
I asked a question about first editions once and non UK titles. His reply was all non UK Tolkien books after the first print are considered reprints, no matter what country they’re from.

Guy sounds like he needs to wrestle with Tulkas.

I feel very sorry for you rings-1991.
It's really a disgusting approach. We also know that there are some HarperCollins sales from time to time, so that's easy to purchase at 50% off, then resell, but claiming there are first printings?...sigh