We ll that all took a dramatic twist?
When all's said and done, one sells a bass, the new owner can do what they like with it. I got what I asked for, so I'm happy with the deal, so good luck to all parties!
NOW, as far as the black bass, yes, it IS still available, I had an interested cash buyer, but that lead seems to have gone a bit quiet, so I'm not so sure it'll happen. Meanwhile, the bass is still here, and for sale.