Lowell, With all respect for your opinion and I certainly realize there are many of like mind in your circle of collecting --- you must agree that there are also many people that enjoy up grading old pieces that have passed their prime cosmetically. Otherwise, how could so many of us that are pro's at what we do stay so busy ? Must be many All-American boys who share an appreciation for both schools of thought. I have a few clients who Are collectors But also appreciate "the other side of the coin". His (client) quote not mine. FWIW, Ken



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