"The creator, who goes by Johnbo Stockwell on TikTok, went viral back in June after revealing he'd spent the past eight months repeatedly buying and returning anvils-each one costing just under $230 and weighing 110 pounds. Because he is an Amazon Prime member, Stockwell takes advantage of the free shipping perk. So when his Vevor anvil orders arrive on his doorstep, he immediately ships them back-also for free."
"Why is he doing this, many have asked? In another video, he says he's going to "overthrow Amazon.com." Many, however, believe his stunt is misdirected. "The carbon footprint from having the same anvil shipped over and over," one commenter chastised. "Bro hates already overworked and underpaid Amazon employees," another wrote. Stockwell just laughs: "Is it somehow wrong to help a minimum-wage worker hit their fitness goals?" he asks."
An Illinois TikTok creator named Johnbo Stockwell repeatedly orders and returns 110-pound Vevor anvils priced just under $230, leveraging Amazon Prime free shipping and free returns. He claims the campaign aims to "overthrow Amazon.com," while critics point to the carbon footprint, potential strain on warehouse staff, and harm to a small third-party seller called Simplego. Amazon allows most items to be returned within 30 days in original unused condition, and eligible items qualify for free returns. The videos went viral, sparked debate on Reddit among Amazon and UPS workers, and left some viewers questioning authenticity because deliveries have not been shown.
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