Arnhemjim
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Hello Forum Members, specifically King and Country collectors,
I would really like to know if I have made a correct *****sment in this e-Bay auction. The auction was for K&C Arnhem ’44 Series Set #2 ‘Fighting Withdrawal’ Limited Edition Retired 6 pieces, with original box and foam. After 26 bids the hammer went down at $350.00 USD. So far so good. A careful look at each of the pieces in the sellers excellent photographs clearly show a gloss finish. See for your self: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140625754346.
I have seven sets of the K&C Arnhem ’44 series, each purchased boxed and complete, at the time of original issue, and every figure is in a matte finish. Were any of the series issued in a gloss finish? I’m certain that there will be individuals who will say, big deal, just repaint each figure in dull-coat.
What troubles me is the seller’s words contained in his description of the set:
“These and many, many more "modern" toy soldiers have been consigned to me by a colleague to sell on her behalf. Keep checking back over the coming weeks and months as I list approximately 3-5 lots per week. Nearly all of this large collection was amassed in the mid-late 1990s. The gentleman had excellent taste and so you can expect several rare, limited edition, and unusual sets, many from King and Country. 95% is still in original boxes and near mint. I will not end auctions early.
About Me: I am a seasoned collector-dealer of old toy soldiers, with a solid 23 years of experience selling only the finest in antique lead, iron, and composition figures. I am very finicky about paint condition and originality of the items I sell, and check and recheck them to ensure what I describe and photograph is what you receive. You can rest assured that what you see is what you'll get. No unmentioned mismatches, hidden repairs, crafty repaints, or any other monkey business here!”
What are your thoughts? Probably, 'Get a life!'
Arnhem Jim
Arizona Territory
I would really like to know if I have made a correct *****sment in this e-Bay auction. The auction was for K&C Arnhem ’44 Series Set #2 ‘Fighting Withdrawal’ Limited Edition Retired 6 pieces, with original box and foam. After 26 bids the hammer went down at $350.00 USD. So far so good. A careful look at each of the pieces in the sellers excellent photographs clearly show a gloss finish. See for your self: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140625754346.
I have seven sets of the K&C Arnhem ’44 series, each purchased boxed and complete, at the time of original issue, and every figure is in a matte finish. Were any of the series issued in a gloss finish? I’m certain that there will be individuals who will say, big deal, just repaint each figure in dull-coat.
What troubles me is the seller’s words contained in his description of the set:
“These and many, many more "modern" toy soldiers have been consigned to me by a colleague to sell on her behalf. Keep checking back over the coming weeks and months as I list approximately 3-5 lots per week. Nearly all of this large collection was amassed in the mid-late 1990s. The gentleman had excellent taste and so you can expect several rare, limited edition, and unusual sets, many from King and Country. 95% is still in original boxes and near mint. I will not end auctions early.
About Me: I am a seasoned collector-dealer of old toy soldiers, with a solid 23 years of experience selling only the finest in antique lead, iron, and composition figures. I am very finicky about paint condition and originality of the items I sell, and check and recheck them to ensure what I describe and photograph is what you receive. You can rest assured that what you see is what you'll get. No unmentioned mismatches, hidden repairs, crafty repaints, or any other monkey business here!”
What are your thoughts? Probably, 'Get a life!'
Arnhem Jim
Arizona Territory
