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Originally posted by tabs
I appreciate History and Craftsmanship. There is nothing like shooting a piece of History.
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I understand where you're coming from, but history involves all aspects of antiques, wether it's popular, has 'provenance' or is just great to "use/look at". Parkers and Winchesters are more likely to be counterfeited than say, LeFevers or "Elsies". That does'nt mean that down the road the 'a-holes" aren't coming up with ways to falsify the 'less valuable' brands.
As has been said about art, I collect things that "speak to me", as opposed to something that I think will rise rapidly in value. Usable items are better than "Garage Queens or Gun Safe dwellers". Turning a buck is great, but enjoying the piece is greater IMO. Just my .02.
Oh, and by the way, I've done well. The ones that "speak", usually love cheap people, must be Karma, they know they'll get to have some fun instead of being "shut-ins"
