If your AE is as nice as you say it is (in your listing) and you still want to make the trade, you may want to enter into an agreement with the other party with respect to a reasonable inspection period for both cues with "no obligation" return privileges during that time period ... It seems that (lately) several sales and trades which were generated here on AZB have turned sour to one degree or another, and a reasonable inspection period should be agreed upon before finalizing a deal ...
It is with cautious optimism I make the above suggestion, as integrity and honesty are key ingredients in any such venture ...