How to Sell Vintage Tools
Vintage tool collectors usually specialize in one area of vintage tools, which could be a particular brand such as Delta, or a specific tool such as band saws. Rarely, however, do they possess a complete set
of tools in their specialty. They are always on the lookout for missing items to complete their set. Knowing where collectors buy their tools can be helpful to people who wish to sell their vintage collections.
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Instructions
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Establish the value of your vintage tools. See References for articles explaining the variables involved with establishing value.
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Sell your vintage wares at antique tool auctions. This is where collectors look for rare and unusual tools. Some auctions are quite large and have hundreds of tools for dealers and collectors to buy and sell.
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Contact general auction houses to obtain information on any upcoming events that may have tools for sale. It is better to sell your tools at an auction that will have other vintage tools for sale. This will help to ensure that tool collectors will attend the auction.
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Write a letter to local tool collecting clubs. Include a detailed list and photographs of the tools you wish to sell. They might post your letter for any interested members to contact you or they may invite you to bring your tools to their next club sale.
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Sell your tools directly to an antiques dealer. He might buy them for cash upfront or offer to sell them on consignment for a percentage of the sale price.
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Place a classified advertisement in a trade magazine. They have a built-in audience that already collects vintage tools so there will be a greater chance of selling your collection for a good price.
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Sell your vintage tools on the Internet. Excellent photography and a detailed description are necessary since you will be selling the tools essentially sight-unseen. Possibilities include websites featuring auctions and classified advertisements. You may also wish to target collector club websites. You could even set up your own blog or website.
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Have a yard sale and advertise that vintage tools will be for sale. Advertise the tools a few days in advance in the newspaper, at the hardware store and on the Internet.
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References
- Photo Credit the tools image by Oleg Verbitsky from Fotolia.com
