HP Archeves

[Duane Hess]

I would also endorse the classifieds here.

The infamous "TAS" sight often has bargains; other times its name is "expense-Bay". In my opinion, frequently items selling with a low price were purchased by a reseller then reappear at unreachable prices to many. Granted everyone has to make a living....

However, people here will appreciate the items more.

Here items are often listed on a first-come, first served basis. I have benefited from such, but also was aware of coincidentally checking in shortly after listing. Typically I do not use the museum every day.

In my opinion, particularly if you have a large collection, considering a minimum waiting period before accepting offers would help awareness and possibly distribute equitably; whatever the latter means. Those who respond early are simply ignored.

I have purchased items here from a former HP employee, who lives in a larger city, and the check was made out to the local food bank. I'm sure he also desired someone who would appreciate his units. Would have to commend that person. You may or may not have similar levels of financial comfort.

Not trying to monopolize by you might consider:
- 1st come, 1st served
- minimum wait period before accepting offers
- will there be a minimum price? Do you want to announce a minimum price?
- take maximum offers, more money for you but either new/established collectors with lesser resources will be left out
- give preference to newbies
- give preference to those completing full collections
- each item has a number from 1 to 500; ties have: "number off", highest offer, maybe indications of who may appreciate item more
- personally, I would ask someone if they are a reseller. would have to take their word but forget them.

But the comments in previous posts makes it clear recipients here reflect "MoHPC the good homes people".