Legitimacy of the Ten Year Rule.

From: Doug <doug_at_blinkenlights.com>
Date: Sat Jan 23 03:00:04 1999

On Sat, 23 Jan 1999, Buck Savage wrote:

> To do so would not be different from the same activity as applied to
> antiques, numismatics, philately, etc. It is exactly in this way that
> these, and other, standards of collectability (a measure of "value" not
> necessarily economically justifiable) are derived, becoming manifest.

A "universal" rating/certification system, similar to the way coins are
graded, would be ideal. But I don't think you'll ever get this group to
agree on anything -- just do it! (And then sell a book.)

Forget the word "classic". A guide that gives production numbers,
variations, years, criteria to judge condition, price, etc. would be cool
-- I'd buy one, and I'd buy a new copy every year as you updated prices
and other info.

Start with Hans P's list of machines (and pay him royalties).

-- Doug
Received on Sat Jan 23 1999 - 03:00:04 GMT