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<p>[QUOTE="thebmwjunkie, post: 222346, member: 4314"]Afantiques - Thank you very much for the info, it was very helpful. That's my dilemma, I'm worried it may offend some customers (my shop attracts all types). Also, if I buy it and it turns out to be illegal, I'm stuck with it unless I break the laws and sell quietly. I am thinking I may buy it for myself or a family member, as it seems like a beautiful example if authentic. Appreciate you taking the time to respond, I will update the post when I go view it</p><p><br /></p><p>Komokwa - while this is probably the safest option, this is owned by someone who walked in my shop and just wants it gone. I advertise that I buy quality items, and get walk ins pretty much daily. He said he hates it, and that it's dangerous for his grandkids to be around. I get the impression he would sell it relatively cheap, but then the issue becomes am I ripping him off? I certainly have no idea of true value but always try to make fair offers. Thank you for you reply, glad to see this board is active and helpful. Much appreciated</p><p><br /></p><p>Anyone have a very basic ball park figure of value if legal and authentic. Must be thousands correct?[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="thebmwjunkie, post: 222346, member: 4314"]Afantiques - Thank you very much for the info, it was very helpful. That's my dilemma, I'm worried it may offend some customers (my shop attracts all types). Also, if I buy it and it turns out to be illegal, I'm stuck with it unless I break the laws and sell quietly. I am thinking I may buy it for myself or a family member, as it seems like a beautiful example if authentic. Appreciate you taking the time to respond, I will update the post when I go view it Komokwa - while this is probably the safest option, this is owned by someone who walked in my shop and just wants it gone. I advertise that I buy quality items, and get walk ins pretty much daily. He said he hates it, and that it's dangerous for his grandkids to be around. I get the impression he would sell it relatively cheap, but then the issue becomes am I ripping him off? I certainly have no idea of true value but always try to make fair offers. Thank you for you reply, glad to see this board is active and helpful. Much appreciated Anyone have a very basic ball park figure of value if legal and authentic. Must be thousands correct?[/QUOTE]
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