[Howe’s Hunter]

A private sale I understand the concept of. But how in the world does it happen?

Ryan is sitting at home and decides, “Hey, it’s about time I buy a Wagner and a Doyle rarity.” You don’t just go on eBay and find those, so how do you even know where to start looking, or who to contact?

Or was it more Powell was sitting at home and said, “I’ve had that Wagner, and the Doyle long enough. Think I’ll sell them. Hmm, bet Ryan would want them, think I’ll give him a call.”

I’m really glad that both parties seem happy with the outcome of their deal, but my mind is just reeling trying to figure out how something like this happens.

(If by chance there is a secret Wagner Owners Society (secret handshake, meeting once a year at an undisclosed location, etc.), if anybody talks to the owner of Howe’s old Piedmont Wagner, please tell them I would really like a color photocopy or scan, as that is the closest I’ll ever get to it. Thanks)