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Originally Posted by parkplace33
Talked to two long time collector friends over the holiday weekend.
One has finally decided to sell about 75 percent of his prewar collection in the winter/spring timeframe (sending to auction). He told me the money will be used to supplement his retirement.
The other is considering selling most or all of his collection. Profits will go into investments or savings. He said the hobby has past him and would rather have value in other areas.
Am I the only one not selling? Some days it feels like it. What a strange time in the hobby these days.
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Most of my collection has been sold, not for the money, but my age.
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