09-07-2022, 08:18 AM
I agree, some Chard auction estimates are optimistic, time will tell.
But it doesn't mean it is the minimum bid. The auctioneer can decide to sell or pass.
If the bvws online were opened to non members, I wonder if traders would then be allowed to bid? They are the ones to pay high prices but as we know, are mostly interested in valves and amplifier components.
That would be detrimental to bvws members, but good for the owner submitting such items. Especially if the money goes to a deceased person's estate.
I am in the situation at the moment where I may be asked to help or advise on clearance of a large amount from a close friend who passed away. A lot is not junk either. Hence, some of my interest in what is happening at auctions.
Last time that happened, (c. 1996) there were two of us and we spent 41 man days dealing with everything! My contribution being about 15 days and a 1000 plus miles.
Rob
But it doesn't mean it is the minimum bid. The auctioneer can decide to sell or pass.
If the bvws online were opened to non members, I wonder if traders would then be allowed to bid? They are the ones to pay high prices but as we know, are mostly interested in valves and amplifier components.
That would be detrimental to bvws members, but good for the owner submitting such items. Especially if the money goes to a deceased person's estate.
I am in the situation at the moment where I may be asked to help or advise on clearance of a large amount from a close friend who passed away. A lot is not junk either. Hence, some of my interest in what is happening at auctions.
Last time that happened, (c. 1996) there were two of us and we spent 41 man days dealing with everything! My contribution being about 15 days and a 1000 plus miles.
Rob
