Unfortunately, that's how it works. Some sellers are nasty. Some buyers are nasty. The majority, though, are the ones we never hear about here on the boards, as they give us absolutely nothing to complain about or seek answers for (yeah, I know; ending a sentence in a preposition=huge no-no).
Once feedback is removed, it's removed and there are no do-overs. Of course, as the agrieved party, you'd like a chance to make your experience known. Ask yourself honestly, how much of that is wanting to warn other buyers, and how much is just wanting vindication?
You've been on eBay a long time. Surely this isn't your first experience with a less than ideal trading partner. My advice is to try to be grateful for the removal of the inappropriate feedback, and move on.
You may be a blip on this guy's radar for a week or so, but he'll quickly move on to alienate someone else and forget all about you. Don't allow HIM to take up real estate in YOUR head. (Do keep a copy of that email, though!)
I understand your concern that sellers like him apparently get only a slap on the wrist and continue to sell. We are not going to be able to change that, so don't dwell on it.
There's always Karma... And she's a "b."
Belle
