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raiderh20boy

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Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« on: April 16, 2009, 03:12:46 PM »
I just found a few "CLASSIC" polys in my garage. Anybody have any ideas on what I should start bidding at on Ebay for them?
1-  Never drilled GemTek sparkle ROSE color poly 15 lbs I think
2-  Never drilled GemTek sparkle GOLD color poly 15 lbs I think
    Actually BETTER LOOKING than the BRUNSWICK GOLD CROWN JEWEL and A LOT LESS WERE MADE!!!


AND #3

Drilled but never thrown....
GT SPECIAL

THE ROSE!!!!!!!! Yes !!! the same as used in "KINGPIN"!!!!!
actual weight is 11 lbs 14 1/2 oz I guess we can call it 12 lbs.
BEAUTIFUL silver sparkle core and super clear opposite side with GORGEOUS RED ROSE!!!!






HOW MUCH?????????
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #1 on: April 16, 2009, 11:23:33 PM »
Start it at $9.99 so you don't get hit with excessive fees and let it run.  It's only worth what someone is willing to pay anyways right?
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2009, 11:41:30 PM »
I agree, start it low. You can always put a reserve on it it you want a minimum that you'll accept.
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #3 on: April 17, 2009, 10:34:21 AM »
Tend to agree. Start it out a bit low to avoid those fees, but set a reserve price that is acceptable.

 Some of the old Gemteks can be collectors item and there really is no telling what SOMEONE might give for a NIB one.

 As for the GT Special, wouldn't take less than $100 for that one myself, even though it is "pre" drilled. That one is a rare ball and some woman wold love to have it, especially at that weight level.  If I couldn't get at least that much, I would just keep it.
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #4 on: April 17, 2009, 10:40:19 AM »
sorry to thread jack but how do you set a reserve. i never get that option when i put something up
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #5 on: April 17, 2009, 02:39:40 PM »
Either start it at .99 and let it run, or list it as a fixed price and accept best offers.  A lot of people will not bid if you place a reserve.  You will attract the most bidders by starting it at .99.  

With fixed price, you can put Buy It Now of $250.00, and then buyers can submit offers to you via Ebay.  If they offer you $125, you can counteroffer $180 if you want, or accept the $125.  And dont set your Buyitnow too high, or no one will submit an offer.

But if you are just looking to sell them, I'd run it at .99 with no reserve.  If they only go for $55 each, then thats all they are really worth.  You also have a chance that two bidders could bid the item up really high, and it could go for $200.

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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #6 on: April 17, 2009, 03:03:20 PM »
If it was 16, I'd offer you $100 right now for it, but since it's only 11...
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« Reply #7 on: April 17, 2009, 03:04:44 PM »
bowlallthetime,
Thanks for your thoughts/input!
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #8 on: April 17, 2009, 04:58:32 PM »
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Either start it at .99 and let it run, or list it as a fixed price and accept best offers.  A lot of people will not bid if you place a reserve.  You will attract the most bidders by starting it at .99.  

With fixed price, you can put Buy It Now of $250.00, and then buyers can submit offers to you via Ebay.  If they offer you $125, you can counteroffer $180 if you want, or accept the $125.  And dont set your Buyitnow too high, or no one will submit an offer.

But if you are just looking to sell them, I'd run it at .99 with no reserve.  If they only go for $55 each, then thats all they are really worth.  You also have a chance that two bidders could bid the item up really high, and it could go for $200.

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I agree...
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #9 on: April 17, 2009, 05:06:51 PM »
I'm sorry but I'm not interested in trading.
Thanks for the offer!
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« Reply #10 on: April 17, 2009, 10:47:47 PM »
I hope he comes to camp!!!!! Great guy to talk to. He's part of the reason for this SuperBowl XI ring I've got on my finger!!!!!!!!
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #11 on: April 17, 2009, 11:51:06 PM »
check your PMs....
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raiderh20boy

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« Reply #12 on: April 18, 2009, 01:26:16 PM »
ttt
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #13 on: April 18, 2009, 03:49:32 PM »
The one in kingpin is completely clear... or am i missing something?

Ryan
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Re: Any ideas on what to start bids at??? PICTURES ADDED!!!!
« Reply #14 on: April 18, 2009, 03:53:21 PM »
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The one in kingpin is completely clear... or am i missing something?

Ryan


You are correct, that is not the Rose ball from Kingpin...
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