Posted by Bill (67.226.250.248) on January 20, 2003 at 19:15:31:
In Reply to: Re: 10 inch Custom Delux for sale posted by Keith gephart on January 20, 2003 at 13:32:51:
: I can't help myself I just have to stick my nose in. Any item is worth what the buyer is willing to pay for what ever reason but you are 100% right. This scope is priced at least 3 times the fair market value!
Keith, You're right on the mark. If someone wants to pay $4800 for this scope and they know its about 3 times market value, thats OK with me. What has me irritated is that in all my dealings buying and selling scopes since 1961, this is the first time I've encountered an individual that seems to be trying to make a killing on some uninformed buyer. I've sold scopes below market because I knew the buyer would put the scope to good use. Astronomy as a hobby for me has never included selling a scope that wasn't offered at a fair price. I question the motivation of someone in the hobby that would do such a thing. In most cases buying and selling scopes on the internet is a safe thing as most Astro enthusiasts are 100% honorable. Take care, Bill