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your on ly choice. If I use any reproduction parts I try
to make it obvious and also point them out if I sell the
machine. I've only sent a few parts off to be repaired/
restored and have not cared for their service. I sent that
Caille Cadet pump out to be rebui lt and the guy took
almost two years. He drove me nuts! I sent the amp
out of my 412 off and it took over a year to get it back
and he tried to charge me twice for the rebu ild.
Where do you purchase most of the items you buy?
I've found machines all over the place. I've bought
them from St. Louis Slot Machine Company, Ebay,
other collectors, bars, antique stores, and even a police
department. I've got where I don't like buying from
Ebay because you don't know for sure what you're go-
ing to get.
What advice do you have for Ebay buyers?
My advice for Ebay shoppers is to plan on the machine
to be less than how it was described. Of course that's
not true for all sellers, but if you don't know the seller,
how can yo u be sure they're being honest or even know
what they're talking about.
What is your forecast for the future of Coin Op?
My guess on the future of coin-ops is that correct and
original machines will continue to increase in value and
that we are going to have to be more careful concern-
ing reproductions. The rarer machines are going up in
value and that's great, especially if you own them.
Have you thought about how or if you will
dispose of your collection as you get older?
I think of my collection as a small retirement nest egg.
I haven't really given it much thought as to how I'll sell
them when the time comes.
How did you become knowledgeable?
I picked up most of my knowledge from the coin-op
magazines, books, and other collectors. Most of my
working on machines knowledge comes from taking
one apart and trying to get it back together. My favorite
author is Dick Bueschel.
What do you like best about collecting coin-op?
I guess the thing I like most about collecting coin-op is
the hunt. For me, it's a big thrill finding stuff tucked
away in a corner at an antique store or some other loca-
tion. The next is working on the machines and trying
to figure them out and get them working again. Also,
I really like meeting other collectors. There are some
great people.
Do you sell machines?
I'll sell or trade any machine in my collection, if the
price is right. Buying and selling machines is how I
pay for the hobby. Most of my selling lately has been
through a local antique store.
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