Have you ever withheld info about an item?

[cfhofer]

Mark,

I agree. The stakes are higher when a monetary value is associated with the hobby. Unfortunately, not much money in bird-watching these days. If there was we would be hiding an Asian Crested Ibis in our basement instead. I never understood why some are so competitive in this hobby. If a "precious" piece of memorabilia turns us into Gollum maybe we should just buy a pair of binoculars.

[Runscott]

I'm really enjoying these responses. Some are not getting my question, but that's fine - that has led to additional interesting discussions: I'm actually sitting on information about two items where the auction is long-dead and they may never again be available.

I know most collectors will let AH's know if there is a mistake, and will post about such mistakes...so long as they aren't personally planning to bid on it . If the consignor knew a mistake was being made, they should say something to the AH. If not, then I'm of the same opinion as Al.

As far as sharing information goes - I have no problem with doing so. I like researching, writing and discussing too much to 'not play' just to get better deals in the future.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by cfhofer

Mark,

I agree. The stakes are higher when a monetary value is associated with the hobby. Unfortunately, not much money in bird-watching these days. If there was we would be hiding an Asian Crested Ibis in our basement instead. I never understood why some are so competitive in this hobby. If a "precious" piece of memorabilia turns us into Gollum maybe we should just buy a pair of binoculars.

I have a male albino house sparrow that visits my back yard every few days. He really sticks out in the group of about 15 regular birds that he travels with.

As far as cards I can't see why someone would not share any information they have. I find it kind of disturbing when someone says they have several years in the hobby and won't share the info they have. Too bad the person that shared that info with them would have told them to fook off when they asked for it. This is from a hobby point of view, if you buy/sell cards for a living I totally understand not giving out any info.

[ooo-ribay]

I have a few Giants related searches I don't share with my Giants collecting buddies. If I ever find this thing (these things), then I will let them look.

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by ooo-ribay

I have a few Giants related searches I don't share with my Giants collecting buddies. If I ever find this thing (these things), then I will let them look.

And there is nothing wrong with that.. And one reason is because you are a true collector. I will re phrase a little what I stated above. My point is that I stopped giving out information mostly here because I cant tell you how many times people (who dont really collect) come on here to ask prices because they found something that might be of value but might not be , are lazy and dont want to put 1 minute of their time in doing any research.. why should I give up anything about an item and all you will end up with is most of the time not even a THANKYOU. And boom the item is listed on ebay with the price you told them it was worth... Not a care about collecting just ALL ABOUT THE MONEY... But if a collector I know asks me a question thru PM or email I will always impart all the knowledge I know about it. My Feelings.. And Scott Thanks for that Im with Al line!

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by batsballsbases

And there is nothing wrong with that.. And one reason is because you are a true collector. I will re phrase a little what I stated above. My point is that I stopped giving out information mostly here because I cant tell you how many times people (who dont really collect) come on here to ask prices because they found something that might be of value but might not be , are lazy and dont want to put 1 minute of their time in doing any research.. why should I give up anything about an item and all you will end up with is most of the time not even a THANKYOU. And boom the item is listed on ebay with the price you told them it was worth... Not a care about collecting just ALL ABOUT THE MONEY... But if a collector I know asks me a question thru PM or email I will always impart all the knowledge I know about it. My Feelings.. And Scott Thanks for that Im with Al line!

Even with what I posted earlier I 100% agree about the idiot whose only goal is to make cash asking questions and not wanting to put in any work. There are exception to everything.

[ooo-ribay]

I think I know of an unknown Giants PM-10. I might tell Al if he would loosen his grip on his Haller or Pagan!

[batsballsbases]

Originally Posted by ooo-ribay

I think I know of an unknown Giants PM-10. I might tell Al if he would loosen his grip on his Haller or Pagan!

You know my loosen the grip price, but your grip on the snapper purse tends to rhyme with the word beep...

[RedsFan1941]

Originally Posted by bnorth

Even with what I posted earlier I 100% agree about the idiot whose only goal is to make cash asking questions and not wanting to put in any work.

eye have no idea what you are talking about

[packs]

I bought a Grover Alexander baseball for $80 that I knew was signed by him but the seller didn't.

Once I tried to win a Lefty Gomez Yankees payroll check on eBay but got outbid. The seller didn't know it, but the check was dated the day after Gomez's major league debut. Not sure if the buyer knew either.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by RedsFan1941

eye have no idea what you are talking about

To make it easy and short.
I think collectors should share info.
If it is not a hobby and only in it for the $ I understand not sharing any info because info is $.

I also agreed with another member about not sharing info with certain types of people on forums.