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Wascher, you said you think that 99% of people know their items are bad, but I do not think that is correct. If you are talking about the ebayers that sell the obvious type of forgeries at 99c each and they do not bother to even look at an authentic signature to try to copy, Yes, I would agree, but I have seen a few items by every single (yes EVERY single) respected and well known dealer at one time or another over the years and I would say that NO, they did not know that it was a fake, or they would not have it in their inventory. I think you stating that the name calling and hostility needs to stop is great. God knows I would hate to come on this site and try to defend an autograph, no matter if it was real or not. You can't win when there is a gang mentality, like it seems to be on here sometimes.
I agree with your statements John. That is why every single time I take into account the autograph itself and not whoever is selling it. There is a stunning amount of items out there, so to settle on a piece for your collection that could go one way or the other is just being impatient. I realize their aren't a lot of Zeppelin, late Beatles, or Elvis albums out there, but why settle for an "iffy" London Calling or some other classic record? If you wait long enough the "perfect" one will eventually show up. Patience is the key to this hobby - both buying and in person. Maybe a bit off topic, but thought I would comment anyway..D
One other one. I think I forgot to add the all important "Declare yourself the winner after you've clearly been embarrassed."
Great article....I have a guitar signed by Henry the VIII....I KNOW it's real because they used pig gut for strings. And that little opening for the amp cord, well they were really smart back then and anticipated the advent of electricity!! AND I have a brand NEW COA!
Seriously, I'm a collector and *usually*only buy from very reputable sellers with COAs from people I recognize...but I did get burned on a Queen album I bought at auction from a large outfit (with no COA). Contacted the seller and after receiving comments from people here (and a preliminary $15 opinion from REAL) looks like he's returning the $ in full.
It was a fake. I bought it without knowing. Scammers will come up with all kinds of excuses. A reputable seller will give you a refund. Lesson here: know which kind of seller you're dealing with before you start hurling insults...unless they have a track record of being a thief.
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