I was wondering about bidding on one or other of two boxlock ejectors, lots 1765 and 1766. I had a chat on the 'phone with a helpful guy at Holts, and then decided to leave it alone this time. At the minimum estimate price either would have been £1,000+ or $1,300 which seemed too much of a gamble for me, sight unseen. Apparently the Jeffery was cast for a right-hander but had had the triggers 'swept' or twisted to suit a leftie. And the other was much worse... In the end they sold for 50% more, so I hope the new owners are happy.
So I have a bid in for an item in the Sealed Bid April sale - we will see!
Caveat emptor!
HB
