On Thu, 13 Mar 2003, Hans Franke wrote:
> The hype about names has often be an issue on the list, though
> I still miss a satisfying conclusion. One of the KIMs I own is
> eventualy the best example. It's serial numer 0001, which makes
> it, by any mean, THE first 6502 computer at all, and probably
> the first 6502 CPU - as far as this can go. Most definitly, this
> baby might fetch a god pirce (that is _IF_ i would ever sell it),
> still I doubt that it will go over what an Apple 1 can make.
>
> Even considering the outstanding historic relevance (beside that
> to me a KIM is still way more cool than an Apple), and that even
> KIMs get to be somewhat higher prices, the whole thing is in no
> way understandable.
The Apple-1 had built-in video. Only 200 were made. Probably less than
50 still exist. It also represents the start of the Apple Computer
Company (now Apple Computer Inc.)
The KIM-1 was just a single board trainer. Perhaps thousands were made.
At least hundreds still exist. Commodore is dead :)
But Hans, I don't mean to rain on your parade. Your KIM-1 is truly rare
and unique and incredibly historical given all that you mentioned. And
you can't tell me the offer you received at VCF 5.0 didn't approach what
a bare Apple-1 would sell for ;)
> My only conclusion is that people pay for hyped up names (see
> the ridiculous for turnkey IMSAI/Altairs), and not historic
> value - they just belive that the hype has so real background.
And your point is? :) This has been the way of things for a long time. I
call it the "Beanie Baby" or "Collect all 4!" mentality. They aren't
collecting for actual relevance, but only for what they see others
collecting and the hype surrounding it.
> > ALSO lets not talk about GEORGE, I am tired all this beating around the
> > Bush.!!
>
> I guess that's the problem... Nobody tries to beat him personaly ...
> SCNR
I know how to solve the Federal deficit. Sell tickets good for giving a
personal beating to the Bush. You'll have a line of people wrapped around
Washington waiting for their turn.
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