As a follow-up last month’s audio interview with Propworx CEO, Alec Peters, he has since announced the date and location of the first live auction, along with other details. Per the official BattleStarProps.com website: [Read more…]
Website Review: HeroComm (HeroComm.com)
HeroComm is an excellent website dedicated to providing fans of Star Trek with a tremendous library and resource dedicated to the study, authentication, and celebration of the classic communicator prop from the Original Series. [Read more…]
eBay “Drop-Off” Seller Editorial: Response to Reader Comment
Rick Spector of Stairway to the Stars published a “Reader Comment” to this week’s editorial about eBay “drop-off” sellers (see A Case Against eBay “Drop-Off” Vendors Selling Original Props). Given that Rick takes issue with me on a number of fronts, I took the time to respond to each of his points, and thought it would be appropriate to highlight his concerns.
Comparing “jsnent” and “jnsmcmahan” Photos on eBay
In a prior article, “Classic” Film & Television Prop and Wardrobe eBay Sellers, I made note of a number of similarities between the items offered for sale on eBay by “jsnent” (confirmed to be John Tarter of L.A. Prop and Wardrobe) and “jnsmcmahan“. This serves as a short update including a pictorial side-by-side comparison of photos from listings offered under each account. [Read more…]
A Case Against eBay “Drop-Off” Vendors Selling Original Props
As inherently problematic buying “original” props and wardrobe on eBay may be, the risks are that much higher if the seller listing the item is a “drop-off” company. Such offerings introduce additional issues that collectors should be aware of and consider. [Read more…]
eBay “NARU” Status: Irrelevant? Meaningless? Temporary?
I’ve noticed more and more of late that eBay users will have their accounts converted to “NARU”, or “No Longer A Registered User” (also “Not a Registered User”) status by eBay, and then later the accounts appear reactivated. [Read more…]
Rick’s Custom Props Video Feature on NewsChannel8 in Portland
The segment below was aired on KGW NewsChannel 8 in Portland Oregon, featuring prop maker Rick Gamez:
Upcoming Auction Event Calendar Snapshot
Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original prop auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. [Read more…]