Gunsfreddy2003 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 This Stingray has just come on and looks pretty good for the money if anyone is looking for one. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130524339789&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...ME:B:SS:GB:1123[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='1243050' date='May 24 2011, 03:35 PM']This Stingray has just come on and looks pretty good for the money if anyone is looking for one. [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130524339789&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...ME:B:SS:GB:1123[/url][/quote] MB1. So basically "Mint" now means Roadworn? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsfreddy2003 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Share Posted May 24, 2011 Yeah I guess so! I mean really who expects a 32 year old bass to be in mint condition? [quote name='MB1' post='1243080' date='May 24 2011, 03:54 PM']MB1. So basically "Mint" now means Roadworn? [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='1243104' date='May 24 2011, 04:12 PM']Yeah I guess so! I mean really who expects a 32 year old bass to be in mint condition?[/quote] MB1. Destined Hero? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='1243104' date='May 24 2011, 04:12 PM']Yeah I guess so! I mean really who expects a 32 year old bass to be in mint condition?[/quote] If it's described as "mint" then I expect it to be "mint" - the age is irrelevant. You do get basses which have been forgotten in a shop stock room, or bought for someone who had no interest in bass then mothballed for years. Rare, but it can happen. But in short, I expect a 32 year old "mint condition" bass to be in "mint condition". I'm quite the pedant that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahpook Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='neepheid' post='1243372' date='May 24 2011, 08:05 PM']...I'm quite the pedant that way.[/quote] and rightly so...there's no way that bass could be described as mint unless it tastes like a polo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote]Dear stroosioo, Hi, On this item you state it is in "mint" condition, however the pictures you've provided clearly show considerable damage, however you do state later in the description that it shows signs of time. I question weather the item in the pictures is the same one you describe.? Thanks - destined_hero Dear destined_hero, Hi, OK, it's in 'mint' condition for it's age, but as it's over 30 years old and never been repaired or resprayed you can see the signs of use, worn-out lacquer, some small dents, the usual thing that happens to most guitars being used daily. By 'mint' I mean no cracks to the body or neck, no repairs done to the instrument, no alterations, and so on... feel free to ask if you need any extra info.[/quote] Aw he's redefining "mint" for us. Sounds like a helpful enough chap and probably a treat to deal with and no mistake..... none of your wishy-washy "the customer is always right" from this bastion of the English language. Matt, as resident pedant would you care to instruct our "I know I'm right but I'll ask anyway" questioner (destined_hero) in the differences between "weather" and "whether"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsfreddy2003 Posted May 24, 2011 Author Share Posted May 24, 2011 The point here though is that when you look at the pics it is obvious that the bass has done some work, which is to be expected, but did that guy really have to bother to e-mail the seller to complain?? Some people must have more time on their hands than me!!! [quote name='neepheid' post='1243372' date='May 24 2011, 08:05 PM']If it's described as "mint" then I expect it to be "mint" - the age is irrelevant. You do get basses which have been forgotten in a shop stock room, or bought for someone who had no interest in bass then mothballed for years. Rare, but it can happen. But in short, I expect a 32 year old "mint condition" bass to be in "mint condition". I'm quite the pedant that way.[/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1243458' date='May 24 2011, 09:02 PM']Matt, as resident pedant would you care to instruct our "I know I'm right but I'll ask anyway" questioner (destined_hero) in the differences between "weather" and "whether"? [/quote] As a proper pedant, I shall point out that "it's age" should be "its age". Possessive its has no apostrophe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 [quote name='tauzero' post='1243681' date='May 24 2011, 11:40 PM']As a proper pedant, I shall point out that "it's age" should be "its age". Possessive its has no apostrophe.[/quote] Kudos to you sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 MB1. "It aint Mint! if you can't Polish whats not there to be polished?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='1243482' date='May 24 2011, 09:16 PM']The point here though is that when you look at the pics it is obvious that the bass has done some work, which is to be expected, but did that guy really have to bother to e-mail the seller to complain??[b] Some people must have more time on their hands than me!!![/b][/quote] he probably doesnt use basschat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='1243482' date='May 24 2011, 09:16 PM']The point here though is that when you look at the pics it is obvious that the bass has done some work, which is to be expected, but did that guy really have to bother to e-mail the seller to complain?? Some people must have more time on their hands than me!!![/quote] The point is it's a barefaced lie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tauzero Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 [quote name='Ou7shined' post='1243987' date='May 25 2011, 10:34 AM'][/quote] Well, I suppose you could say it's in a similar state to a half-eaten mint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Posted May 27, 2011 Share Posted May 27, 2011 (edited) [quote name='neepheid' post='1244106' date='May 25 2011, 12:01 PM']The point is it's a barefaced lie.[/quote] I don't think it's meant as a lie, just a mis-use of the word, and if he'd meant to deceive then the photos swiftly put paid to that anyway. Maybe a little dumb but not devious IMO. Edited May 27, 2011 by Maverick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 The preamp looks like a replacement, they should be covered in black epoxy, the cavity has been copper screened, so techically it has been repaired and it's too expensive for what it is, condition wise, I'd say fair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 [quote name='steve-soar' post='1248591' date='May 28 2011, 08:05 PM']The preamp looks like a replacement, they should be covered in black epoxy, the cavity has been copper screened, so techically it has been repaired and it's too expensive for what it is, condition wise, I'd say fair.[/quote] The pre is fine - they stopped using epoxy on the pre's '79 onwards. I think the copper shielding is a nice (non-invasive) touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 Good call on the preamp. Still too expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ou7shined Posted May 28, 2011 Share Posted May 28, 2011 [quote name='steve-soar' post='1248696' date='May 28 2011, 09:42 PM']Good call on the preamp. Still too expensive.[/quote] Cheers. Agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gareth Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 [quote name='steve-soar' post='1248696' date='May 28 2011, 09:42 PM']Good call on the preamp. Still too expensive.[/quote] Its priced into 76-77 territory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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