So my good buddy and cousin's hubby just left and we shook hands on the deal.
We agreed on a price we are 'both' comfortable with, that will rid me of the remainder of my guitar/amp collection.
I gave him a very discounted price earlier that would give him a lot of room to make some money. He called me back and wanted to come over and talk things over. I knew at that point he was going to be like the American Pickers showing up, and I teased him about expecting a white van showing up.
He gave me his song and dance about how much money he would have to invest, and how much time it may take for him to sell (or trade) everything to break even or realize a profit. I then told him it came down to how much money I was willing to lose in order for him to make money, and at what price would be a win/win situation for both of us. He offered a lower price, than my original discounted price, and I shouted out "damn" I should have known to give a higher retail price knowing you would come back with a lower price. We haggled back and forth (just like in the TV show) before coming to an agreement in the middle that we were both happy with.
I then told him I did not want his wife (my cousin Tammy) to see the two black eyes he left me with. Of course I was only teasing and Steve assured me he would rather walk away from the deal than to have any hard feelings. The deal is done and I only have to wait until the end of the week to get my money. Of course no deal is final until the seller has the check in his hands; but I feel this will happen and be over by the end of this week.
So Philboy, the Old Dog will not be bringing a bass guitar to FB (which I would not have done anyway) as I am officially retired from my bass playing days and have moved on. Please know that I am proud to have been considered one of the best bass players amongst the musicians in my community (while playing in bar bands); but those days are over. Also know I was not near as good as the studio bass players I have heard in Nashville, so giving it up was not a difficult choice.
All is well with the Old Dog.
OD