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Old Zilco Splashes-Deal or No Deal??

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Hello again friends,

I recently purchased two Zilco splashes from a local drum shop. 11" and 13" were the sizes, and I got them for $60 total. I thought that was a fair price. These are the older Zilco's from the 60's, NOT the AZCO Canada ones.

I would like to get a 9" to "collect the whole set" and I found one on ebay. The problem is, the seller wants $149 for it!

I contacted the seller and asked if he would be willing to be flexible on the price.

My question to all of you is twofold:

1. What is a "fair and reasonable" price for an old 9" Zilco splash in good condition? I think we can all agree that $149 is not fair and reasonable!

2. Did I get a good deal on my 11" and 13" for $60 total?

I am taking into account the 11" and 13" price I paid, although the 9" is the smallest of the pack and therefore should, in theory, be the cheapest. And there is also a 13" on ebay right now with 1 day to go with 1 bid at $35.

I have a number in my head, but want to hear from the peanut gallery on this one first.

Thanks,

V

Posted on 11 years ago
#1
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$29-$39 is more in line......NOT $149...

You did good at $60 for the pair.........

Some of them sound good,some not so good....

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 11 years ago
#2
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Don't bend and meet the guy somewhere between 30 and "149". It is only a matter of time before this desired cymbal shows up on the bay. That's my .02

John

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 11 years ago
#3
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Thanks for the comments. The cymbal is acutally on the bay now (that's how I found it).

Here is the seller's response to me, copied and pasted from the ebay messaging system (with my comments in [COLOR="red"]RED[/COLOR] for our purposes-I didn't respond back to him), and I'll enclose the link to the auction as well (it's been on there for months!):

Hello Alan-

while I have No Doubt You are Very knowledgeable about cymbals - and of Your Stature in The Drumming Community...

I Can Certainly Appreciate Anytime Someone Has The Good Fortune To Obtain Their Desired Cymbals At Good and/or Low Prices etc

PLEASE Understand and ALL DUE Respect,

What Someone Paid For This Cymbal or That at a Drum shop somewhere or What Something Else is at on a Bid or Closes For in an Auction Style Listing on ebay Has Absolutely Nothing To Do with My Listing--[COLOR="Red"]Uh, yes it most certainly does, it's called "Fair market value"

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Alan - Again Please, ALL DUE Respect,

No Question if You Look around You Can Find Cheap Deals on Certain Cymbals Sometimes But I Must Tell You- I Spend A LOT of Time Looking At ALL KINDS of Cymbals All Over The Place And This is ONLY ONE of TWO 9" Zilco's I've Seen in about 5 Years Time - I Have Them Both and Right Now The Other One is Not For Sale (Maybe inTime? / But Not Right Now)

So as Far as a Going Rate? well...

I Know Plenty of other Zilco's in other Sizes Can Be Had For Less Money - WHY This is Priced at $149 is Mainly The EXTREME RARITY of The 9" size But Also it's Amazing Condition - (Look at The Photos)--[COLOR="red"]It might be a rare size, but what if there were only 2 9" ZBT splashes on ebay in the last 5 years? It doesn't mean they are worth $149 a piece!

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We Feel THIS Cymbal is worth it's Price For These Reasons and Must Respectfully Decline The Request To Take offers at This Time--[COLOR="red"]Translation: I'm not willing to budge because I think this is a very valuable and rare cymbal, so everybody else should think that way too. I'd rather think like that and keep paying re-listing fees over and over rather than make any money off the stuff I have for sale!

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Alan, Thanks For The Interest in our Vintage Cymbals and Best Regards!

The greed of the average person on ebay lately is baffling and depressing. Sigh.

Here is the link to the item:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200897736900

Check out his other stuff, most of it is WAY overpriced as well!

V

Posted on 11 years ago
#4
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This guy always has many cymbal listings, like old Kingstons, with pricing that is sky high. I wonder if he ever sells any!

That said, I must give him kudos for taking some beautiful shots! As far as gorgeous vintage cymbals goes, that Zilco is a piece of art!

That may be the only Zilco 9 inch he has seen in 5 years, but that doesn't mean anyone else on our forums does not have any, especially ones that they would be more than willing to sell for a reasonable price.

Buying this from this guy at 149 would only be validating his practices and sending the wrong message. Rarity DOES factor in, but it still does not justify THAT much markup.

John

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 11 years ago
#5
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I agree with your position entirely. The fair market value of his cymbal will be established when he has an auction close with a winning bid and the bidder follows thru and buys the cymbal. If there have only been 2 around in the last 5 years then his asking price is a total guesstimate and your guesstimate is just as legit.

From vyacheslav

Hello again friends,And there is also a 13" on ebay right now with 1 day to go with 1 bid at $35.

However, I'd be carefull using auctions that haven't closed yet as comparables ... the final price often soars in the last hour or less of bidding.

Posted on 11 years ago
#6
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I like how he is asking $950 for a $150 Turk K Constantinople Splash..electricit

Also,he polished every cymbal like brand new..knocking 70-80 years of patina off.........:mad:

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 11 years ago
#7
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From vyacheslav

Thanks for the comments. The cymbal is acutally on the bay now (that's how I found it).Here is the seller's response to me, copied and pasted from the ebay messaging system (with my comments in [COLOR="red"]RED[/COLOR] for our purposes-I didn't respond back to him), and I'll enclose the link to the auction as well (it's been on there for months!):Hello Alan-while I have No Doubt You are Very knowledgeable about cymbals - and of Your Stature in The Drumming Community...I Can Certainly Appreciate Anytime Someone Has The Good Fortune To Obtain Their Desired Cymbals At Good and/or Low Prices etcPLEASE Understand and ALL DUE Respect,What Someone Paid For This Cymbal or That at a Drum shop somewhere or What Something Else is at on a Bid or Closes For in an Auction Style Listing on ebay Has Absolutely Nothing To Do with My Listing--[COLOR="Red"]Uh, yes it most certainly does, it's called "Fair market value"[/COLOR]Alan - Again Please, ALL DUE Respect,No Question if You Look around You Can Find Cheap Deals on Certain Cymbals Sometimes But I Must Tell You- I Spend A LOT of Time Looking At ALL KINDS of Cymbals All Over The Place And This is ONLY ONE of TWO 9" Zilco's I've Seen in about 5 Years Time - I Have Them Both and Right Now The Other One is Not For Sale (Maybe inTime? / But Not Right Now)So as Far as a Going Rate? well...I Know Plenty of other Zilco's in other Sizes Can Be Had For Less Money - WHY This is Priced at $149 is Mainly The EXTREME RARITY of The 9" size But Also it's Amazing Condition - (Look at The Photos)--[COLOR="red"]It might be a rare size, but what if there were only 2 9" ZBT splashes on ebay in the last 5 years? It doesn't mean they are worth $149 a piece![/COLOR]We Feel THIS Cymbal is worth it's Price For These Reasons and Must Respectfully Decline The Request To Take offers at This Time--[COLOR="red"]Translation: I'm not willing to budge because I think this is a very valuable and rare cymbal, so everybody else should think that way too. I'd rather think like that and keep paying re-listing fees over and over rather than make any money off the stuff I have for sale![/COLOR]Alan, Thanks For The Interest in our Vintage Cymbals and Best Regards!The greed of the average person on ebay lately is baffling and depressing. Sigh.Here is the link to the item:http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200897736900Check out his other stuff, most of it is WAY overpriced as well!V

Frankly, I think you were being kind of a d!ck. You made an offer, the guy didn't accept it. Why did you keep busting his chops?

So he values his stuff higher than you think it is worth. Move on...

Posted on 11 years ago
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From Rich K.

Frankly, I think you were being kind of a d!ck. You made an offer, the guy didn't accept it. Why did you keep busting his chops?So he values his stuff higher than you think it is worth. Move on...

I didn't reply back to him. I posted my comments in this forum for our purposes only.

And frankly, I think I'm being reasonable and not a dick. I guess everyone else who agrees with me is a dick too?

Just discussing whether or not this was a fair price with other forum members. No more, no less.

Posted on 11 years ago
#9
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My apologies. Didn't read carefully where you said you didn't reply to him.

I read it quickly and thought you were going back and forth with the guy and busting his chops. Never mind. Sorry, Rich

Posted on 11 years ago
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