angore
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Post by angore on Jul 21, 2019 11:24:48 GMT
I have tried contacting 3 different UK dealers via email on getting a reference collection of Machin paper varieties (POP, PCP, ACP, etc). I have received no responses and hesitant to even try to order something from them without establishing email contact.
Anyone have recommendations?
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brightonpete
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Post by brightonpete on Jul 21, 2019 13:30:35 GMT
I used Great Britain Stamps for the pre-decimals order & Stoneham catalogue. I had no issues with them, and will order from them again. |
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renden
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Post by renden on Jul 21, 2019 14:08:36 GMT
I do have Machins from 2 sources - do not collect - they will leave as soon as I find someone interested - free but it would be gracious to have the shipping paid by the receiver.....should not be a great amount in North A but overseas (outremer)....more $$
René
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angore
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Post by angore on Aug 4, 2019 11:28:05 GMT
renden, I tried contacting your recommendation via email (actually used the customer inquiry form) but no response. I am 0 for 4 contacting dealers in UK.
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vikingeck
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Post by vikingeck on Aug 4, 2019 13:16:28 GMT
Have you tried Ian Billings of Norvic stamps? Ian, Val & John Billings Norvic Philatelics, PO Box 119, Dereham, NR20 3YN, @www.norphil.co.uk
Alex
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renden
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Post by renden on Aug 4, 2019 13:19:52 GMT
renden , I tried contacting your recommendation via email (actually used the customer inquiry form) but no response. I am 0 for 4 contacting dealers in UK. I have never bought a "Machin" from any dealer -- Sorry ! René |
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Post by feebletodix on Aug 7, 2019 14:51:36 GMT
Rene, I am amazed Ian has not replied, that is totally out of character. I have just emailed him to ask if he can put a set of examples together for you. I've no idea if he can or what it would cost.
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renden
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Post by renden on Aug 7, 2019 14:54:46 GMT
Rene, I am amazed Ian has not replied, that is totally out of character. I have just emailed him to ask if he can put a set of examples together for you. I've no idea if he can or what it would cost. I am not into "Machins" ! So, do not do anything for me in that area - thanks René there is some misunderstandiing here |
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Post by feebletodix on Aug 7, 2019 15:40:49 GMT
Rene, I am amazed Ian has not replied, that is totally out of character. I have just emailed him to ask if he can put a set of examples together for you. I've no idea if he can or what it would cost. I am not into "Machins" ! So, do not do anything for me in that area - thanks René there is some misunderstandiing here Yes, sorry, this should have been aimed at angore  |
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vikingeck
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Post by vikingeck on Aug 7, 2019 17:19:34 GMT
Gavin feebletodix , I suggested Ian Billings to angore but he has not indicated whether or not Ian was one of the dealers he contacted. I'd reckon Ian one of the best to contact, he has always had a genuine interest in the Machins unlike some bigger outfits for whom research is too time consuming and whilst the may have the stock they may have less expertise |
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angore
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Post by angore on Aug 7, 2019 21:59:06 GMT
I had tried to contact Ian.
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Post by feebletodix on Aug 8, 2019 6:38:37 GMT
I received the following reply from Ian, with the advice I suspect most dealers will give. In a couple of weeks there will be an auction in Oxford and I will ask around amongst the locals.
Hello Gavin,
I'm sorry my expertise is really confined to the post-2009 period, with some knowledge of post-2000.
The best your friend can do is to identify individual stamps which only exist in one form and use those as reference samples as far as that is possible. Then use one of the specialist dealers who does go back to 1971 to identify a few other types as cheaply as possible to make a reference group.
Sorry I cant be any more help.
Regards, Ian
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angore
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Post by angore on Aug 9, 2019 10:10:39 GMT
Thanks @feeblesdix
I take issue with his comment about the best that could be done. This is why I was approaching specialist dealers to find one that provided specialist dealer service.
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Post by feebletodix on Aug 10, 2019 8:35:49 GMT
Al, from what I have seen of ex-dealer stock they tend to keep the Machins in catalogue order and anticipate the customer asking by reference number. Whilst a few might track paper types as a sub catagory, it is more likely a collectors specialisation and items so described probably come from a collector selling to the dealer. I hope I am wrong and there is someone out there who can help. The dealer behind the local auctions knows a few specialist collectors and I am hoping one of them can advise further. btw the 'handle' is Feebletodix  |
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angore
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Post by angore on Aug 10, 2019 10:54:27 GMT
feebletodix I have not given up but my frustration was not being able to get a response from them through a posted email address or web site response fields. I am not sure if it is on my side or not. Thanks for the help. Maybe I need to find a specialist collector well versed in paper types but still want to get a Deegam since his numbering is popular.
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jpotx113
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Post by jpotx113 on Aug 20, 2019 19:14:16 GMT
I do have Machins from 2 sources - do not collect - they will leave as soon as I find someone interested - free but it would be gracious to have the shipping paid by the receiver.....should not be a great amount in North A but overseas (outremer)....more $$ René I sure could use a source! I collected Machins and have a pretty good collection; I've looked at bulk auctions but shipping is usually too steep. |
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renden
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Post by renden on Aug 20, 2019 20:25:32 GMT
I do have Machins from 2 sources - do not collect - they will leave as soon as I find someone interested - free but it would be gracious to have the shipping paid by the receiver.....should not be a great amount in North A but overseas (outremer)....more $$ René I sure could use a source! I collected Machins and have a pretty good collection; I've looked at bulk auctions but shipping is usually too steep. It would be great to know (in your profile) where you live, without giving specifics.....!! I will be sending a PM to you when you reach 50 posts as usua or active for 2 weeks, which you are......l!!  René |
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Post by feebletodix on Aug 21, 2019 8:22:57 GMT
angore, at the auction last Sunday I did not see the irregular attendee who has an interest and I know the other locals have rather a negative view of Machin collectors so am unable to help. I will try and remember to ask when I see him next. jpotx113, there will be a box of Machins coming up for grabs soon from my leftovers, get posting  |
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renden
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Post by renden on Aug 21, 2019 12:30:38 GMT
jpotx113, there will be a box of Machins coming up for grabs soon from my leftovers, get posting is the "guy"...Tom...I did reply to your PM but you should forget my small Machin lots and go with him !!!! |
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angore
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Post by angore on Aug 21, 2019 16:00:59 GMT
feebletodixI did connect with a contact at Deegaem Publications and they just recommended identifying unique samples and do it on my own. I may have to just try to buy something to make a better connection.
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