American Pickerman Presents: Cold Weather Quickie No. 2. Nov 29, 2011

[terminal99]

Good going on the pen! Pens are one thing I hardly ever find for some reason. Will

[darrelanderson]

I always see those pens, but I assumed that it meant 10k gold PLATED - how do you tell the difference? I always assumed 10 cents of gold could "plate" a volkswagen.......

[mypacrat]

@darrelanderson Plated will typical (though not always) be marked with a GP or EGP. If not, there's a good chance it's not plated. Anybody out there- correct me if I'm wrong, never to proud to be schooled. Next time- pick up all those pens! Thanks for watching, Joe

[ounitproductions]

great score on the pen! congrats! enjoy watching your shows for research & to help me "switch up my eye," so to speak... thanks again buddy!

[mypacrat]

@ounitproductions Thanks, an early Christmas present, to be sure. Need to catch up with your vids (I can't seem to keep up with anybodies lately...) Take care, Merry Christmas and happy picking in the New Year!

[vickyoftexas]

Great score with the pen, Joe! And I loved playing my "Mystery Date" game. I had the original game, circa 1965. I remember opening the door to reveal the "Dud" so many times, LOL.

(lucyhuto) has a copy of the original Milton Bradley TV commercial on her You Tube channel.

Have a Merry Christmas & a Safe & Happy New Year!

[mypacrat]

@vickyoftexas This version was more politically correct- no dud, just a nerd! I think the newest version has a politician...Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you, too, Vicky!

[vickyoftexas]

@mypacrat Yes, but we (the nerds) rule the world!!!!!!! LOL

[Seattle4areus]

I constantly have funds held from Paypal stemming I believe from a pkg. lost and even though I had insurance and Confirmation Delivery and a positive comment from the incident Paypal still hold my funds very annoying!!!

[thisisunreal1]

You walked away from that pen? Tsk, Tsk! I've gotten a 10k pen from a thrift store. If I don't see you before, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you! Cheers!

[mypacrat]

@thisisunreal1 Yeah, wadda maroon, eh? Good luck selling the truck and Happy Holidays to you!

[Bcook0904]

Love the Monty python trumpets at intro :). I'm w/ you on sports cards. Did those for 15 years and I just can't help myself.

[mypacrat]

@Bcook0904 They are like a big bowl of candy, without all the calories...Monty Python, love those guys.

[muttonshutter]

Some find that pen : o

[mypacrat]

@muttonshutter Used up a lot of my luck getting that one home. Merry Christmas, Mutton!

[ThePeanutbudder]

Forgot to mention. Paypal "claims" they will review your account periodically to stop holds on funds. This may be another thing that will help, i.e. time. I have been a business member of paypal and ebay for almost 10 years, before ebay purchased paypal. It may just be another shot in the dark but perhaps time helps stop them from holding funds. Who knows :) Oh btw Joe my son loves the ice cubes and voice. He said it reminds him of his gnome on world of warcraft :)

[mypacrat]

@ThePeanutbudder Glad your son enjoys the gnome's voice (mine, sped up a bunch), my wife can't stand it! Merry Christmas and thanks for the comments!

[ThePeanutbudder]

I am not sure why people are having funds held so far I haven't (knock knock) Here are some things that might help. 1. Always use tracking numbers and add them to ebay auction site (paypal updates this once done) 2. send lots of emails to your customers 3. Deposit money from your bank account as well as withdrawals 4. resolve disputes quickly 5. Keep contact information up to date. 5. Have a verified Business account (Very important). Hope this helps some.

[MrSaddie123]

ok just checking my feedback is 100 and havent had any probs ever on ebay thanks Fetch!

[thevintagefetcher]

Saddie, I'm pretty sure the holds are standard operation now with paypal..

[thevintagefetcher]

As always, loved it! Way to go, Joe! (see, I told ya it aint over..) wee hoo!! love the intro!

[mypacrat]

@thevintagefetcher I never doubt you, Fetch! I need to catch up on your videos. Saw #5, but need to see them all. You crack me up, bro! Where's your cable show?

[skippbitman]

It might be a "Cold Weather Quickie" but with returns like those you're sure to warm up fast. Congrats on the 14k Sheafer pen!!

[mypacrat]

@skippbitman Hot for now, but the cold comes back in a hurry. Not much doubt that pen will be my find of the winter. Thanks for watching!

[MrSaddie123]

Hey Joe great finds again Sir,have you ben having any problems with paypal? For some reason they put another hold on my transactions and i even back it up with another account any suggestions? Is it just my or is this becoming common for everyone? Just wondering thanks for your time and vids!!!!!!!!!Mr Saddie!

[mypacrat]

@MrSaddie123 Thanks! No problems with Paypal, but it doesn't surprise me. Ebay just can't leave anything alone.