PeterT Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 This one looks interesting: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Beautiful-Jeffries-B...1QQcmdZViewItem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Besser Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 This one looks interesting:http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Beautiful-Jeffries-B...1QQcmdZViewItem Gorgeous. I played a restored Jeffries Bb/F a while back, the sound was transcendent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m3838 Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 (edited) This one looks interesting: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Beautiful-Jeffries-B...1QQcmdZViewItem Gorgeous. I played a restored Jeffries Bb/F a while back, the sound was transcendent. probably wouldn't sell. 50 keys is way too many and heavy. Bb/F is not common for moneied amateurs. Professionals don't have money for luxury items. Starting price is too high, can't draw any fool into the chase. This kind of instruments are better be offered for lease to recording artists, not for sale, esp. an Ebay. I'd furnish a saloon with sound absorbing furniture and drapery, nice colors and offer just one instrument for sale. By appointments only, and only artists of some proven acclaim allowed. A priced tickett to enter and a nice meal served with Champagne. Slow conversation, demonstration and offer to try it for as long as the evening goes. Tomorrow is another ticket, or buy a pass, that lasts from a few days to a year. Or untill the instrument is sold. Then the money is returned. It will bring the glamour of chick to the concertina and set up correct attitude towards such rarities. Not an Ebay, of all places. But the best of all, I'd get free concerts from best artists every evening, if I wanted, just one on one, Imagine that! Edited February 1, 2007 by m3838 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McIsog Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 m38 Don't sugar coat it. Tell us what you really think. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpmccabe Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Does anyone know why you cant search for this item using ebay.com (only ebay.co.uk)? For example: http://search.ebay.co.uk/jeffries-concertina_W0QQfromZR40 http://search.ebay.com/jeffries-concertina_W0QQfromZR40 You can get to the auction by searching for the auction number on ebay.com, though: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...em=250079915445 Anyone know why this happens? There's another Jeffries (and presumably other instruments) not showing up on the US site, even though they ship worldwide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Hersh Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 I found both, searching under "concertina" on ebay.com. Did you set your search to "worldwide"? Daniel Does anyone know why you cant search for this item using ebay.com (only ebay.co.uk)? For example: http://search.ebay.co.uk/jeffries-concertina_W0QQfromZR40 http://search.ebay.com/jeffries-concertina_W0QQfromZR40 You can get to the auction by searching for the auction number on ebay.com, though: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...em=250079915445 Anyone know why this happens? There's another Jeffries (and presumably other instruments) not showing up on the US site, even though they ship worldwide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpmccabe Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 (edited) I found both, searching under "concertina" on ebay.com. Did you set your search to "worldwide"? Daniel Oddly, that did the trick. "Worldwide" was already selected in the dropdown menu, but I guess the option itself isn't checked by default and needs to be. Bad UI design--no need for the checkbox in this case. But, I don't expect much from eBay in terms of design or usability... Edited February 1, 2007 by dpmccabe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterT Posted February 1, 2007 Author Share Posted February 1, 2007 probably wouldn't sell.50 keys is way too many and heavy. Bb/F is not common for moneied amateurs. Professionals don't have money for luxury items. Starting price is too high, can't draw any fool into the chase. £3250 is a high start price, but I'm certain that there will be bidding, if only because of the unusual fretted ends. My only fear is that someone might buy it to re-pitch in C/G. Agree with you, it will be a heavy box! Regards, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malcolm clapp Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 (edited) My only fear is that someone might buy it to re-pitch in C/G. Regards, Peter. Or convert it to a Jeffries Duet... Edited February 1, 2007 by malcolm clapp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Harrison Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 ..........can't see why it wouldn't sell.Don't think it's an UNreasonable starting price for such a splendid instrument and Bb/F is a terrific key for an anglo and it is apparently fully restored.If you're sitting down to play, the action and reed response are more relevant than weight.My concern would be how it plays.............are they original reeds etc. Robin (but not bidding !) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m3838 Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 ..........can't see why it wouldn't sell.Don't think it's an UNreasonable starting price for such a splendid instrument and Bb/F is a terrific key for an anglo and it is apparently fully restored.If you're sitting down to play, the action and reed response are more relevant than weight.My concern would be how it plays.............are they original reeds etc. Robin (but not bidding !) 6 dayhs left. 3 daysinto an auction - 0 bids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Read Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 Any seasoned, serious bidder is likely to bid in the last few minutes. Let's see what happens then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterT Posted February 7, 2007 Author Share Posted February 7, 2007 Any seasoned, serious bidder is likely to bid in the last few minutes. Let's see what happens then. Yes, as predicted, Paul. However, I'm a bit surprised that it went at the opening price of £3250. The winner, potentially, has a "bargain". Regards, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Read Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Any seasoned, serious bidder is likely to bid in the last few minutes. Let's see what happens then. Yes, as predicted, Paul. However, I'm a bit surprised that it went at the opening price of £3250. The winner, potentially, has a "bargain". Regards, Peter. Hi Peter, I would have expected a couple more bids than that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Harrison Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 True that..........could be a great instrument at a fair price.Both Paul (above) and I have recently got Bb/F anglos and LOVE the tuning. My favourite comment so far this year on C.net was Malcolm Clapp saying he hopes nobody converts it to a Jeffries Duet Now we know why Malcolm had to leave England...he's clearly a subversive Regards Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterT Posted February 8, 2007 Author Share Posted February 8, 2007 True that..........could be a great instrument at a fair price.Both Paul (above) and I have recently got Bb/F anglos and LOVE the tuning. My favourite comment so far this year on C.net was Malcolm Clapp saying he hopes nobody converts it to a Jeffries Duet Now we know why Malcolm had to leave England...he's clearly a subversive Regards Robin I love this tuning too, it's kindest on the ears. I think Malcolm would be welcomed back at any time..........it would be interesting to find out, however, whether this Anglo started life as a Jeffries Duet. Somehow, I doubt it, hence can see the funny side of Malcolm's comment. Regards, Peter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Prebble Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 (edited) True that..........could be a great instrument at a fair price.Both Paul (above) and I have recently got Bb/F anglos and LOVE the tuning. My favourite comment so far this year on C.net was Malcolm Clapp saying he hopes nobody converts it to a Jeffries Duet Now we know why Malcolm had to leave England...he's clearly a subversive Regards Robin Good old Clappo ... Right on the button ! The buyer has a bargain I'd say....and quite a handful too. Sighs! ..If only I had seven fingers on each hand ..... and £3251 Regards Dave prebble Edited February 8, 2007 by Dave Prebble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m3838 Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 Wow! It sold! Only one bidder, a lucky one with the money. Congratulations to both, Chris and the buyer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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