would you part with this*******SHOWMAN*********
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Steve that is a KEEPER, IMHO. Nice Cue.
Steve
If I could afford that cue I would certainly buy it. Next to green veneers those veneers are my second favorite color. The cue is awsome.
Kevin
If I could afford that cue I would certainly buy it. Next to green veneers those veneers are my second favorite color. The cue is awsome.
Kevin
hey
Kevin, I agree its awesome. But I want to shave off about 20 cues and heve to start somewhere.
The trouble is, with the market the way it is, If I try to sell less expensive cues would I have to almost give them away? Would the more expensive ones be easier to sell? What do you think
Kevin, I agree its awesome. But I want to shave off about 20 cues and heve to start somewhere.
The trouble is, with the market the way it is, If I try to sell less expensive cues would I have to almost give them away? Would the more expensive ones be easier to sell? What do you think
GoTulane
Shizzle-rific
Really like this one, but...
In comparison to some of the other cues you have here, it is nice, but I would let it go, unless this is the only showman you have.
Unless you want to part with a few of your Scruggs cues, and then I would part with them over the Showman, but that is just my opinion.
Michael
In comparison to some of the other cues you have here, it is nice, but I would let it go, unless this is the only showman you have.
Unless you want to part with a few of your Scruggs cues, and then I would part with them over the Showman, but that is just my opinion.
Michael
hey
Michael, It is the only Showman I have. I do have a few Scruggs that I will probably sell also. But when I put the number around 20, I start getting into cues like this, and thats whats driving me nuts.
Thanks
Michael, It is the only Showman I have. I do have a few Scruggs that I will probably sell also. But when I put the number around 20, I start getting into cues like this, and thats whats driving me nuts.
Thanks
I wouldn't, but then again, I've never sold any cue.:grin:
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Steve,
I would not part with this cue for any reason. It represents John's work extremely well, perfect inlays, points and colours.
If I were in your shoes I think I would have to put the beauty part apart when choosing the cue(s) to sell as based on this factor every cue in your collection is a keeper - they are all perfectly executed.
I think you should create a rating system, some sort of a test for yourself and hence rationalize your sales... I, personally, would rate the cues in terms of sentimental value (#1); chances of future replacement, i.e. repurchasing it or finding another matching the current cue's specifications rather well (#2) ; sales value / chances on a quick and most profitable sale (#3) and maybe some more. I think I would add 0-20 points or maybe 0-10 and I wouldn't redo the test. Your first intuitions, feelings are the true ones most likely and I'd try to stick to those.
You have fairly enough cues to have the need of a system, it would make it easier not to miss anything out and to make the proper decisions.
Just a kind recommendation / idea from a guy who learned too many of this stuff lately and gave it a little twist...
I would not part with this cue for any reason. It represents John's work extremely well, perfect inlays, points and colours.
If I were in your shoes I think I would have to put the beauty part apart when choosing the cue(s) to sell as based on this factor every cue in your collection is a keeper - they are all perfectly executed.
I think you should create a rating system, some sort of a test for yourself and hence rationalize your sales... I, personally, would rate the cues in terms of sentimental value (#1); chances of future replacement, i.e. repurchasing it or finding another matching the current cue's specifications rather well (#2) ; sales value / chances on a quick and most profitable sale (#3) and maybe some more. I think I would add 0-20 points or maybe 0-10 and I wouldn't redo the test. Your first intuitions, feelings are the true ones most likely and I'd try to stick to those.
You have fairly enough cues to have the need of a system, it would make it easier not to miss anything out and to make the proper decisions.
Just a kind recommendation / idea from a guy who learned too many of this stuff lately and gave it a little twist...
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I would never sell a Showman and here's why, Bottom of the points above the -A- joint rings, See how the cuts end, Perfect registration of points.
BTW, Happy Easter, I'm still pumping water but hopefully it will end soon.
BTW, Happy Easter, I'm still pumping water but hopefully it will end soon.
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It should be an easy sell.
I personally would keep Timi and Mike's work.
If you have anything wrapless of theirs ring me up.
Thanks,
Nick
I personally would keep Timi and Mike's work.
If you have anything wrapless of theirs ring me up.
Thanks,
Nick
hey
David, A rating system would definately work well, as long as I laid out the system truthfully.....its gonna be hard with so much sentiment behind almost every cue. Thanks for the idea
David, A rating system would definately work well, as long as I laid out the system truthfully.....its gonna be hard with so much sentiment behind almost every cue. Thanks for the idea
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Nick, I wouldnt sell any of my Cochrans, but I do have a bunch of Timmy's cues
I personally would keep Timi and Mike's work.
If you have anything wrapless of theirs ring me up.
Thanks,
Nick
Nick, I wouldnt sell any of my Cochrans, but I do have a bunch of Timmy's cues
I've never met a cue I wouldn't sell, other than my sugartree. That is only because of how I came to own it. My opinion, and this is theoretical because I don't have the collection, is I'd go through my collection and find at least one from every maker that would be forever off limits. The rest I'd sell if the price was right.
You have a tremendous collection of cues obviously, so selling some to others to enjoy really shouldn't be a bad thing. Find a good home, perhaps where they'd get played with and used with respect and love they deserve.
BtW that is a beautiful cue,and if your looking to adopt a soon to be 40 out of shape kid I'm your boy.
You have a tremendous collection of cues obviously, so selling some to others to enjoy really shouldn't be a bad thing. Find a good home, perhaps where they'd get played with and used with respect and love they deserve.
BtW that is a beautiful cue,and if your looking to adopt a soon to be 40 out of shape kid I'm your boy.
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hey
The finding a good home where they would get used....sure does make a lot of sense................Thanks
The finding a good home where they would get used....sure does make a lot of sense................Thanks
I just get the sense that you buy cues because you love them, not just to collect them and put them up to never been seen again. Know you like to show your cues, and have the images enjoyed by others. Just makes sense that if you were selling one you'd want to sell them to someone that thinks along the same lines as you.
Steve,
Here is my humble opinion - If you have another Showman in the pipeline, you should consider selling it. If you do not, I say keep it. Mr. Showman is one of the very best cuemakers out there. His attention to EVERY detail is very prevalent in this cue. I know, because this is my absolute favorite cue that you have. If I had the cash for this cue, I would ask you very politley to consider selling it to me. I love this design - plain and simple. It has just enough but not overdone. The colors and veneer work is top notch.
Good Luck in your decision,
Chris
Here is my humble opinion - If you have another Showman in the pipeline, you should consider selling it. If you do not, I say keep it. Mr. Showman is one of the very best cuemakers out there. His attention to EVERY detail is very prevalent in this cue. I know, because this is my absolute favorite cue that you have. If I had the cash for this cue, I would ask you very politley to consider selling it to me. I love this design - plain and simple. It has just enough but not overdone. The colors and veneer work is top notch.
Good Luck in your decision,
Chris