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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on September 22, 2016 at 8:52pm

I still believe for slightly more investment you could find a nicely signed photo with a more typical signature. But, if they please you, then go for it! Good luck whatever you decide.

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Permalink Reply by Jeff on September 22, 2016 at 8:59pm

Thanks Joe. I've sent you a friend request so I can msg you. If that's OK, I'd like your opinion on a few more Eastwood items.

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on September 22, 2016 at 9:00pm

I accepted your request. Thanks.

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Permalink Reply by Eric Keith Longo on September 22, 2016 at 9:04pm

Hello,

I have to agree with Joe. I"d want something that screams "CLINT" rather than a signature that causes questions such as those which began this thread.

Eric

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Permalink Reply by Mike P on September 22, 2016 at 10:05pm

There is a signature study for more examples if anyone needs (post more on there as well there at your leisure)

http://live.autographmagazine.com/forum/topics/clint-eastwood-signa...

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Permalink Reply by Ian Baldock on September 23, 2016 at 12:37pm

Roland wasn't very happy about this post. I only offered my honest opinion that it wasn't what I was used to seeing. I never said the subject autographs were forgeries and even offered maybe they were signed at some earlier time. If he obtained them himself from Clint Eastwood I have no problem with it. I just haven't seen any others this style. I never meant to try to harm his reputation.

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Permalink Reply by Joe W. on September 23, 2016 at 12:49pm

I didn't see anyone mention they were fakes or question the integrity of the seller. I know we all have heard story after story of in-person signatures getting obtained and later failed TPA examinations. One of the risks when obtaining an autograph in-person, sometimes the outcome is less than desired. I was speaking from the standpoint of being the best choice to add to someone's collection. Which there are better, more typical examples to be had. In the end, the individual collector decides what looks acceptable in their eyes.

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Permalink Reply by Jeff on September 23, 2016 at 12:52pm

I think it's just one of those things where everyone's point of view is justified. On the one hand, we, as collectors, want to have peace of mind regarding authenticity, which is why we go on these forums to get opinions from uninterested and knowledgeable people who can help. On the other hand, some dealers such as Roland who work many years to build their reputation see their items scrutinized/criticized. I think it's clear you or others did not want to hurt Roland's reputation - its just a tricky situation.

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Permalink Reply by Paul on September 23, 2016 at 12:57pm

I agree with Joe, thats half of the problem is dealing with the tpa's and getting them passed, esp if your laying out thousands of dollars for a graph.

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Permalink Reply by Paul on September 23, 2016 at 1:05pm

Once the item is sold from a trusted seller, than that item is your investment it wouldn't matter if it was bought from jo blow. I've bought items from stand up guys and it doesn't mean much when you own the item and want to sell it.

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Permalink Reply by Paul on September 23, 2016 at 1:22pm

Most of these ip guys think every item they obtain think that it will pass a tpa co.

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Permalink Reply by Adam Halloran on September 23, 2016 at 2:39pm

It is like my Pete Townshend I bought from in person collector Josh Clark. It isn't your "typical" fully signed signature, but there are circumstances and quick signatures and certain conditions that leads an artist to have to shorten their signature.

I try to limit my opinion lately, because you never know unless you see it signed yourself. Obviously you can tell if something is clearly a forgery. Otherwise it is safer buying a normal "desirable" signature. If you trust the source and know where it is coming from and don't plan on reselling then it is worth it for sure!

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