I’m amazed at how unfailingly positive you are. It’s very impressive how you continued to do the right thing with Mary’s old house. You’ve treated her with respect and compassion. It’s clearly not all about the profit with you. I know you’re disappointed with the results of this auction but instead of acting angry or frustrated you put a positive spin on it. I admire your ability to see the upside to everything. You’re definitely one of the good guys. Best wishes to you and your family.
@@lovelylisawarriorqueen7923 Yes. And we ship to US. Im the auction house shipper lol. we dont have much customers from US tho. i do like 1-2 shipment a week for US
you should do a preview video when you have cool lots like that, i knew nothing about the auction until after.. i know nascar and boxing collectors in your area as well as many hockey collectors.... i would have sent a couple emails for you
Took my kids to an auction, daughter was 10yrs old, my son was 8yrs old. I gave them a budget of $15/ea. Once while my daughter & I went to restroom, my son sitting alone, bid on a glass dog figurine and won.......oh I was laughing so hard when I found out. He paid $10 and still had $5 for consessions! (He still has the dog and we still love going to auctions & antiquing together) he's 16 now
That's the thing with "local" auctions--many times you don't make the money you expect, because of the small bidding audience. Next time, give us all a head's up before the auction. I have a friend who would almost have promised his first-born child for the Muhammed Ali gloves! Maybe we could help! Glad, though, that you got your 100k, anyway. Thanks for the video!
Cynthia Swearingen I was thinking an online announcement for an eBay auction for the NASCAR signed mini cars. People who do Google searches would see announcement days before the auction if strategically advertised.
Agree'd. Time to hire someone to update your website to include any and all up coming auctions and to let us know where we can buy the stuff we see on your channel. I think if you had links there to your ebay sites and online auctions you would get a lot more bids. I would have loved that elephant that you found in the hoarder house. I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it in the drawer and I collect NOTHING! Im very picky about what I bring into my home.
@@AnthonyGoodley Absolutely! Ebay is almost always the best way to go to get top dollar. There is no bigger auction audience with potential bidders. It is only common sense.
Hi Alex, I think you should start thinking about marketing to the world and not just your local area. You have some phenomenal finds and near museum pieces that you have come across. I think those Muhamad Ali and other famous boxing photos would have sold for multiple 100's of dollars in a big sports oriented auction. The United States is mostly picked over by now and I don't think you could find some of these things at the prices you are paying. The quality of items you find in your little corner of Canada is astounding. Apparently there have not been that many people around there doing this sort of thing. You should really think about finding the right international auctions for you higher end finds. That said , I am not an expert though my mothers cousin and her husband have done what American Pickers is doing since the late 60's They are a family of auctioneers living on 30 acres of land in a huge house. They still do local auctions but also spend a lot of time on the internet buying and selling. Think BIG. Get a marketing plan. Thanks love your videos
Also Europeans bid online and would certainly have paid at least 10 X of these results. Maybe consider giving such big lots to an international Auctioneer near you. You might have to pay them a higher percentage, but doesn't matter with a result of 300.- instead of 30.-. You work so hard, and also help others, so I wish you a lot of luck.
Im sorry you didn’t sell as well as you needed. Please dont be discouraged, i have a good feeling about you. You deserve to do very well. You are an amazing guy.
I live in Charlotte, NC This is pretty much Ground Zero for NASCAR memorabilia. It not just NASCAR, to bad the public doesn't get to see some of collections of cars behind closed doors in warehouses around where I live(Charlotte Motor Speedway)
It's only worth what people in that place and time will pay for it. Always a gamble. This business is a mixture of intelligence, proximity and luck-but you already know that. Love your videos and the thoughtful and respectful way your treated the Potter Lady. I am going to keep an eye out for her pottery in my travels. You really do sound like Johnny Cash! Multi-talented.
I had stuff in an auction once...what I thought would sell for a lot, didn't and what I thought wouldn't sell for much, did. I hope Mary is doing well....been praying for her....Glad to see you made a good sum to put into her (Your) house!
Two major tips!! :!, In the U.S. we get our "Federal Income Tax Return" around late April, 2, since you are vested in this auction, you should have advertised it two weeks ago. I just thought that these would help you out for your next auction. ;)
Hey, I know this is totally off topic, but since you're the only person from Alberta I know, I will still target you with this :D So, I just found out that yesterday, the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association have voted in favour of two extremely important resolutions, namely 1. requiring vets to report any neglect or abuse of animals that they become aware of, and 2. (and this is one I'm unbelievably happy about) banning medically unnecessary surgical procedures, including declawing in cats and ear cropping and tail docking in dogs. YAY Alberta, way to go!!! 🎉🌟❤
Jessie Michelle . Yes, amazing how fast these auctioneers can talk🤪 ... but their job should be more about selling the product than repeating over and over the same biding offers ! Shouldn’t they have in mind that a well promoted item will optimised their % results too. It’s a business and in Europe , auctioneers take always the time to reveal few things/info, facts,details,figures, ...something, about the item to make it tempting and though more exciting for the audience/buyers. Besides, happy that u reach ur 10k target Alex 👍🏽 even if it was quit disappointing on few unique pieces who haven’t sold well. U should have set a minimum sale price in advance/reserve price on the M. Ali’s glove to secure it 😰
Auctions are a lot of fun. If you have a hobby, going to one aimed at that hobby is even more fun. They are a great indicator of how much "things" are actually worth in a certain area, without relying on Ebay sales or other broad venues for comparison. It's also easy to get caught up in "auction fever" and pay way too much for something. I'm guilty, a few times. LOL. Check one out some time.
I LOVE the auction videos!!! I can't believe the low prices the boxing pictures went for. I wish I would have known about this auction. I am an avid boxing fan. The low prices on the Nascars was surprising too. You are right...auctions are a gamble. Great Video!
Your attitude is so amazing! That's one of the things that makes you a great professional! I was wondering why I didn't know about the auction before, and now am smarter. Guess I need to figure out this new fangled Twitter thing, huh?! LOL
Interesting to see how it actually happens at an Auction...It definitely depends on who is there on the day it seems,just bad luck with the NASCAR lots sadly...But love all your videos and seeing the fantastic progress of the Potters house!Much love 💜
You know, I sit here in So-Cal and watch these auctions and listen to your narration. You seem to be a wise, astute and even a frugal entrepreneur I may add,(your singing ain't half bad either)! but I hear an underlying backstory to wit: "IF I WERE!" You should go to the best place you'd think your finds would afford you the best return. We know you are not afraid of traveling, we believe you have the means . So be thankful for the blessings and the adventure we are all taking. You are always getting blessed as far as we can tell and usually you are "NOT THE FOOL WHOM IS EASILY DEPARTED WITH HIS MONEY"Also we believe you are "PENNY WISE AND DOLLAR FOOLISH". Now I mean no disrespect and I believe you are doing a magnanimous job and as a son you are one to be proud of for sure. Thanx for the videos and hard work and may you continue to be blessed!
thanks! learning where I was always courious (sp?) thank you for showing us. The more I watch , the less fear I have. you make it easier..calmer.. thanks.
CURIOSITY INC.....PLEASE Monetize your you tube Channel. Many people do; it's part and parcel of having a channel. You put so much time and effort into your videos, in which you always give your subscribers a thrill and adventure. My thrill in this particular Auction video was watching and listening to you as your heart waxed and waned as each item of your Sports paraphernalia was being auctioned off. LOL. I don't always see your videos as they are happening, but none the less, I always see them. Will watch for your Monetization. Do it Alex!
I've read a lit of these comments and I agree. You need to widen your horizon so to speak. You have a great resource in you viewers. Avail yourself of their help! You are a great guy! A lot of people would love to help you. People with CONNECTIONS!
Thanks for sharing that video Your career leads to a lot of interesting things and people and then you share it with us and youre so good at it ..how you explain stuff provide info.yeah that jack dempsy should've got more..hope you end up doing well. Thanks
Oh no..Ouch! Wrong sale room, wrong day I guess.. On a positive note, you made some money to go towards your house renovation which is a good thing. Keep up the good work 👍
Dorene Wirth with 25% in exchange rate going USA - has to be taken into consideration - I am sure he knows that for sure $100 USD is about $75 Canadian
@@GDSTX actually it is the other way, US dollars are worth more so 100 US is. 131. CA, and yes, it has hampered Canadians going to the states for vacations.
I just love your attitude. It is inspiring to me. We all wished the best for you but if you met your goal, that's the most important thing. Can't wait to see how you spend your money on the potter's house!
Yes, the Ali and Joe Frazier pieces went for significantly less than what they were worth- Someone got some real deals- I think the Gretzky and Oar pieces were also worth more- I think an exclusive sports auction would have done better-
Heartbreak on Nascar, so sorry. Thanks for your message I got out of hospital today, with my new hip. Enjoyed watching the auction, but wish you had made a mint !
Nice video. First time I have seen an auction on-line LIVE. Pretty cool. Take your newly acquired pottery to New York City auctions to sell. You should get a pretty penny for a few pieces there. I know the fees are high but it may be worth it. Cheers!
That was exciting! I wish I had known about it, u would have bid on that nascar stuff, being in NC NASCAR is big here. Glad you met your goal, wish you could have done better.
Hello, great videos I wait for the new ones every week... One small thing though... In my humble opinion your previous intro sounded better... More natural and it sounded like a real tv show...
Jessie Michelle . Yes, amazing how fast these auctioneers can talk🤪 ... but their job should be more about selling the product than repeating over and over the same biding offers ! Shouldn’t they have in mind that a well promoted item will optimised their % results too. It’s a business and in Europe , auctioneers take always the time to reveal few things/info, facts,details,figures, ...something, about the item to make it tempting and though more exciting for the audience/buyers. Besides, happy that u reach ur 10k target Alex 👍🏽 even if it was quit disappointing on few unique pieces who haven’t sold well. U should have set a minimum sale price in advance/reserve price on the M. Ali’s glove to secure it 😰
My grandmother met the boxers Henry and George Cooper! She was in their dressing room with her friend when she was around 18, and they were drinking champagne. They said about her "that little girl can't be drinking alcohol!", but she just looked super young for her age haha
Love the auction, but in the future give us viewers a heads up and preview of your auction material. Might be cool for us to get a piece we like from your store and you tube channel
Great vid! Thanks for sharing, seems to me that you should of put all of the nascar stuff in a US auction seeing that it is racing season. Y'all take care! 👍🏼🇺🇸🇨🇦👍🏼
Despite the availability of online bidding this auction seems too local for your items. I think you need to move on to a bigger better auction for these types of items. Furniture and items with a function seem to do just fine at this auction though. Also you might think about not over saturating the auction with a certain type of item. There's less of a fight over an item because there are other chances to bid for a similar piece. But if you put less similar items they will be bidding more heavily over that one piece they really desire.
The downside of limiting how many things 'of a kind' you put in an auction, is that some dealers won't bother to travel to an auction for just a few things. If they are there in person they will be more likely to try for something that is a bit slow starting but at least the interest is there. Some of this memorabilia stuff is very specialised so you need to get a target audience to show up in the first place. You need specialists at a speciality auction or it will just not be sold, or go for peanuts.
As someone who works pt at a local auction house, it can be tough with big collections. Especially with the small houses, as I've noticed that you generally have the same bidders coming week in and week out. Some come for jewelry, some come for toys, some come for dolls, some come for tools, etc. So big collections are so specialized that you almost have to go online to broaden the bidding audience, which is what they did here. Those boxing autographs should DEFINITELY have netted you a bigger return, and that is a shame. They may have done better in a US based auction. We recently had a huge collection of sports jerseys (football, mostly), and they did ok. Then we had a huge collection of vintage musical instruments, with some vintage violins from the 1800's going for far less than they should have. It always makes me sad when this happens. I feel bad for the seller, as you always hope for high returns on what you prize the most (or your loved ones did). But, as you said, that's the way it goes with auctions.
Alex can you please do a Live stream before you put items up at the auction. Even just a brief live stream would reach a lot people so we could make arrangements to be present for the online bidding in the US.
I agree with Cynthia Swearingen Alex, Why did you not send the Ali boxing glove to an auction house in Amerika`? You have to put items you wanna sell on auctions, to where there are most buyers who have an interest in it. Look for proof how your ice Hockey things went. So better luck next time! :o)
Why not EBAY with a reserve? You would also be able to charge shipping and handling. Most auctions have reserve capacity. find an art auction house for the pottery.
Unfortunately Jack Dempsey in his later years worked as a Wrestling Ref and signed thousands of Autographs to make extra money, so his Auto isn't near as expensive as you'd think, some guys hated signing and theirs are worth a lot more.
Back in those days Boxers didn't make a lot of money, after he retired he went broke, so started working with prowrestling in Chicago, he signed upto 100 Autographs a night during that time. Created a bit of a glut.
drskull9 He was born near my hometown, the house is a tiny little museum now. It’s insane to think he and all of his siblings lived in that tiny cabin.
I don’t know how I missed this! I would have bid on so many because my son-in-law is a sports writer, specialising in boxing. He lives in London, UK, and travels frequently to the US to cover boxing matches for various newspapers and boxing magazines. He would have loved some of those. So yes, please let your fans know in advance so we can bid.
Consider forging some contacts at regional memorabilia shops in the US and either give them first dibs on the American-oriented items or at least a heads up that they will be at auction online and what they need to do to be able to place bids. If they choose not to bid, they might at least consider posting a flyer about the items on auction in their shop. It's very possible you could have made $20k US on that stuff.
Next time come across the border. All of that would have done so much better in the states. Although you did make a profit, so not too bad of a day for the Reno 🏠😊🤗
I’m from Detroit and I know about 10 guys that would have killed for that Gordie Howe, Ted Lindsey, and Sid Abel autographed photo. Same with the Gordie Howe pucks. Maybe you should have announced this on your Instagram and UA-cam channels, as had I known, I would have bid on those items and re-sold them for twice the auction price and they would have found a good home. I bet the buyers are dealers who are going to re-sell those items at marked up prices.
Please notify us when you go to action again. Boxing 🥊 memorabilia would have been fun to have. The video skipped on the Gene Fullmer action? Did it sell? I met him in Salt Lake City, Utah in the late 70’s. Super nice guy......
OMG watching your auctions is so addicting lol!. Mate... do you think they are doing you a disservice, bunching up all the signed photos and pucks? Just a thought.
I think that you would have made much more money in the USA. Even with the cost of shipping to the USA to an auction house here. Muhammad Ali's gloves would have sold for a minimum of $2,000 here in the USA. In the future, think about sending to an auction house here in USA. You definitely had things sell for much less than what you could have here in the USA. I love your channel and I wish you the very best in all your endeavors.
"Hello from Finland, nice autographs collection, unfortunately prices were not as expected. You will most probably see some of them pretty soon on eBay with better selling price, let's see. You are doing good on eBay why you did not put them here this time ? I know also this is less effort with these local auction as you do not have to create listings...but results are not always there. Nice to watch this auction anyway, thank you for sharing with us and better luck next time. Best regards, Pascal"
I’m amazed at how unfailingly positive you are. It’s very impressive how you continued to do the right thing with Mary’s old house. You’ve treated her with respect and compassion. It’s clearly not all about the profit with you. I know you’re disappointed with the results of this auction but instead of acting angry or frustrated you put a positive spin on it. I admire your ability to see the upside to everything. You’re definitely one of the good guys. Best wishes to you and your family.
What Bill said!🌈💞
Yes, what Bill said!
Yes but never forget goodguys finish last...or dont finish at all
@@rronaldreagan trollers gonna troll
You should have promoted this auction more on your channel because a lot of your USA fans don't follow you on Instagram so they could bid online
barbara knapp love that idea
Mr Alex please try this method please! I'm praying for your business! Announce the auction on all your social media :)
Absolutely a great idea! My husband would have LOVED some of that boxing memorabilia!
I agree, can people from the U.S. bid on these items online?
@@lovelylisawarriorqueen7923 Yes. And we ship to US. Im the auction house shipper lol. we dont have much customers from US tho. i do like 1-2 shipment a week for US
you should do a preview video when you have cool lots like that, i knew nothing about the auction until after.. i know nascar and boxing collectors in your area as well as many hockey collectors.... i would have sent a couple emails for you
Gordie Howe would have gone for so much more around Detroit! Those were a steal!!!
Your hair is amazing!!!! It could have its own channel 👍
Took my kids to an auction, daughter was 10yrs old, my son was 8yrs old. I gave them a budget of $15/ea. Once while my daughter & I went to restroom, my son sitting alone, bid on a glass dog figurine and won.......oh I was laughing so hard when I found out. He paid $10 and still had $5 for consessions! (He still has the dog and we still love going to auctions & antiquing together) he's 16 now
That's the thing with "local" auctions--many times you don't make the money you expect, because of the small bidding audience. Next time, give us all a head's up before the auction. I have a friend who would almost have promised his first-born child for the Muhammed Ali gloves! Maybe we could help! Glad, though, that you got your 100k, anyway. Thanks for the video!
Cynthia Swearingen I was thinking an online announcement for an eBay auction for the NASCAR signed mini cars. People who do Google searches would see announcement days before the auction if strategically advertised.
I think even with ebay and PayPal fees ebay still would have brought much better prices.
Agree'd. Time to hire someone to update your website to include any and all up coming auctions and to let us know where we can buy the stuff we see on your channel. I think if you had links there to your ebay sites and online auctions you would get a lot more bids. I would have loved that elephant that you found in the hoarder house. I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it in the drawer and I collect NOTHING! Im very picky about what I bring into my home.
@@AnthonyGoodley Absolutely! Ebay is almost always the best way to go to get top dollar. There is no bigger auction audience with potential bidders. It is only common sense.
Agreed! He should clue his audience into the auctions!
Hi Alex, I think you should start thinking about marketing to the world and not just your local area. You have some phenomenal finds and near museum pieces that you have come across. I think those Muhamad Ali and other famous boxing photos would have sold for multiple 100's of dollars in a big sports oriented auction. The United States is mostly picked over by now and I don't think you could find some of these things at the prices you are paying. The quality of items you find in your little corner of Canada is astounding. Apparently there have not been that many people around there doing this sort of thing. You should really think about finding the right international auctions for you higher end finds. That said , I am not an expert though my mothers cousin and her husband have done what American Pickers is doing since the late 60's They are a family of auctioneers living on 30 acres of land in a huge house. They still do local auctions but also spend a lot of time on the internet buying and selling.
Think BIG. Get a marketing plan. Thanks love your videos
Kirk Hemmens I totally agree! I assume he already knows this, but hopefully he sees your comment and reconsiders!
Also Europeans bid online and would certainly have paid at least 10 X of these results. Maybe consider giving such big lots to an international Auctioneer near you. You might have to pay them a higher percentage, but doesn't matter with a result of 300.- instead of 30.-. You work so hard, and also help others, so I wish you a lot of luck.
I’m an old Grandmother who doesn’t even watch sports, but I got so excited that I was bidding from my recliner! Thanks so much for sharing.
Im sorry you didn’t sell as well as you needed. Please dont be discouraged, i have a good feeling about you. You deserve to do very well. You are an amazing guy.
Sometimes the sports memorabilia has to go to the right location. The boxing stuff might have sold better in a boxing location.
And the Montréal Canadiens stuff would have sold very well in Quebec!
I live in Charlotte, NC This is pretty much Ground Zero for NASCAR memorabilia. It not just NASCAR, to bad the public doesn't get to see some of collections of cars behind closed doors in warehouses around where I live(Charlotte Motor Speedway)
I love how diverse your channel is! I didn't know that there were so many ways to run an antique store.
It's only worth what people in that place and time will pay for it. Always a gamble. This business is a mixture of intelligence, proximity and luck-but you already know that. Love your videos and the thoughtful and respectful way your treated the Potter Lady. I am going to keep an eye out for her pottery in my travels. You really do sound like Johnny Cash! Multi-talented.
This was fascinating. Thanks for letting us come along and for narrating the experience for us novices!
I find these episodes where we can follow along with the auctions very interesting, Alex. I am a loyal fan and follow your program every day
I had stuff in an auction once...what I thought would sell for a lot, didn't and what I thought wouldn't sell for much, did.
I hope Mary is doing well....been praying for her....Glad to see you made a good sum to put into her (Your) house!
Two major tips!! :!, In the U.S. we get our "Federal Income Tax Return" around late April, 2, since you are vested in this auction, you should have advertised it two weeks ago. I just thought that these would help you out for your next auction. ;)
Enjoyed watching. Congratulations on reaching your goal. Looking forward to the continued renovation of the house.
I love watching your auctions with the play by play commentary.
Hey, I know this is totally off topic, but since you're the only person from Alberta I know, I will still target you with this :D So, I just found out that yesterday, the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association have voted in favour of two extremely important resolutions, namely 1. requiring vets to report any neglect or abuse of animals that they become aware of, and 2. (and this is one I'm unbelievably happy about) banning medically unnecessary surgical procedures, including declawing in cats and ear cropping and tail docking in dogs. YAY Alberta, way to go!!! 🎉🌟❤
Amazing how fast those auctioneers can talk!
yeah I watch my videos o 1.75 lol
Jessie Michelle . Yes, amazing how fast these auctioneers can talk🤪 ... but their job should be more about selling the product than repeating over and over the same biding offers ! Shouldn’t they have in mind that a well promoted item will optimised their % results too. It’s a business and in Europe , auctioneers take always the time to reveal few things/info, facts,details,figures, ...something, about the item to make it tempting and though more exciting for the audience/buyers. Besides, happy that u reach ur 10k target Alex 👍🏽 even if it was quit disappointing on few unique pieces who haven’t sold well. U should have set a minimum sale price in advance/reserve price on the M. Ali’s glove to secure it 😰
Jessie Michelle He goes too fast. One of those auctions went for more but he wiped out the bid by saying sold too quickly. That would irritate me.
I've never been to an auction but I find myself rooting for you that you'll get a good price. Although you already know the outcome when you post.
Auctions are a lot of fun. If you have a hobby, going to one aimed at that hobby is even more fun. They are a great indicator of how much "things" are actually worth in a certain area, without relying on Ebay sales or other broad venues for comparison.
It's also easy to get caught up in "auction fever" and pay way too much for something. I'm guilty, a few times. LOL.
Check one out some time.
I LOVE the auction videos!!! I can't believe the low prices the boxing pictures went for. I wish I would have known about this auction. I am an avid boxing fan. The low prices on the Nascars was surprising too. You are right...auctions are a gamble. Great Video!
Your attitude is so amazing! That's one of the things that makes you a great professional! I was wondering why I didn't know about the auction before, and now am smarter. Guess I need to figure out this new fangled Twitter thing, huh?! LOL
I don't use Twitter. Started to sign on to it, but then Trump scared me away.
thank you for helping totally newbies.. still going to listen and learn a few weeks...
Im in Australia and I still enjoyed the auction!!! Keep up your FANTASTIC videos!!!
Oh my, that auctioneer was amazing! Hope you garnered enough to do what you want with your house! ;)
I like your "every bit helps" attitude. It's nice. Can't wait for the next house video. :)
Glad you at least reached your goal of 10 K... this was very interesting to watch Alex!
I enjoy your videos, and like seeing these auctions vids.
I so enjoyed seeing this live auction, Alex! I am happy that you achieved your goal.
Nice new intro. :)
I miss the old one
Interesting to see how it actually happens at an Auction...It definitely depends on who is there on the day it seems,just bad luck with the NASCAR lots sadly...But love all your videos and seeing the fantastic progress of the Potters house!Much love 💜
You know, I sit here in So-Cal and watch these auctions and listen to your narration. You seem to be a wise, astute and even a frugal entrepreneur I may add,(your singing ain't half bad either)! but I hear an underlying backstory to wit: "IF I WERE!" You should go to the best place you'd think your finds would afford you the best return. We know you are not afraid of traveling, we believe you have the means . So be thankful for the blessings and the adventure we are all taking. You are always getting blessed as far as we can tell and usually you are "NOT THE FOOL WHOM IS EASILY DEPARTED WITH HIS MONEY"Also we believe you are "PENNY WISE AND DOLLAR FOOLISH". Now I mean no disrespect and I believe you are doing a magnanimous job and as a son you are one to be proud of for sure. Thanx for the videos and hard work and may you continue to be blessed!
Being a Detroit native and die hard Red Wings fan this was amazing. Some great items.
Love your new intro. I sold some furniture at a local auction. And lost big on it. Was really disappointed.
thanks! learning where I was always courious (sp?) thank you for showing us. The more I watch , the less fear I have. you make it easier..calmer.. thanks.
CURIOSITY INC.....PLEASE Monetize your you tube Channel. Many people do; it's part and parcel of having a channel. You put so much time and effort into your videos, in which you always give your subscribers a thrill and adventure. My thrill in this particular Auction video was watching and listening to you as your heart waxed and waned as each item of your Sports paraphernalia was being auctioned off. LOL. I don't always see your videos as they are happening, but none the less, I always see them. Will watch for your Monetization. Do it Alex!
I've read a lit of these comments and I agree. You need to widen your horizon so to speak. You have a great resource in you viewers. Avail yourself of their help! You are a great guy! A lot of people would love to help you. People with CONNECTIONS!
Your an upstanding guy and it’s a joy to watch your channel Alex!
Thanks for sharing that video
Your career leads to a lot of interesting things and people and then you share it with us and youre so good at it ..how you explain stuff provide info.yeah that jack dempsy should've got more..hope you end up doing well. Thanks
Oh no..Ouch! Wrong sale room, wrong day I guess.. On a positive note, you made some money to go towards your house renovation which is a good thing. Keep up the good work 👍
I would suggest using a U.S. auction house !!
Dorene Wirth with 25% in exchange rate going USA - has to be taken into consideration - I am sure he knows that for sure $100 USD is about $75 Canadian
@@GDSTX Now I know why the Canadians are not coming south to go shopping,did not look at the rate exchange before I spoke.
@@GDSTX actually it is the other way, US dollars are worth more so 100 US is. 131. CA, and yes, it has hampered Canadians going to the states for vacations.
Wow, that was cool, never been to a auction. Glad you reached your goal that's all that matters.
I just love your attitude. It is inspiring to me. We all wished the best for you but if you met your goal, that's the most important thing. Can't wait to see how you spend your money on the potter's house!
Great show loved seeingvtge auction. Hockey and NASCAR what fun. Thanks
Do you think the boxing autographs would’ve sold for more in the U.S.?
He could have easily gotten about $800-$1,000 for that Gordie Howe puck for sure!
That's what I was thinking!
I would have auctioned the boxing and baseball stuff in the USA with a sports auction house there.
Absolutely
Yes, the Ali and Joe Frazier pieces went for significantly less than what they were worth- Someone got some real deals- I think the Gretzky and Oar pieces were also worth more- I think an exclusive sports auction would have done better-
If you come across more boxing items, I suggest you sell in Las Vegas. It's the heart of the sport. Your return should be much higher.
Never knew that about Vegas, cool
He made it up
But his expenditure to sell them might be higher too. Just a thought.
Malinda Altman Nope, just click your heels 3 times and BOOM you’re in Vegas
It could be, but the profit may exceed your expectations.
Heartbreak on Nascar, so sorry. Thanks for your message I got out of hospital today, with my new hip. Enjoyed watching the auction, but wish you had made a mint !
I LOVE that Jack Dempsey toy boxers. Had I known about it, I probably would have purchased it from you.
Selective bidders for sure. Is it a regional thing with the hockey? Maybe that area hating other areas?
Nice video. First time I have seen an auction on-line LIVE. Pretty cool. Take your newly acquired pottery to New York City auctions to sell. You should get a pretty penny for a few pieces there. I know the fees are high but it may be worth it. Cheers!
That was exciting! I wish I had known about it, u would have bid on that nascar stuff, being in NC NASCAR is big here. Glad you met your goal, wish you could have done better.
Hello, great videos I wait for the new ones every week... One small thing though... In my humble opinion your previous intro sounded better... More natural and it sounded like a real tv show...
I LOVE the new intro! Very nice.
This auction house should allow certain items to be on a reserve. If the reserve isn’t met, no sale.
Deette Kearns that’s a really good point. He was robbed on some of those items.
Why was there no reserve on some items? Some of those prices were crazy good deals with no reserve.
@@lisastoran2519 - This particular auction house may not do that. You would think they all would but guess not.
I think he sells with no reserve
I think he just needed cash fast. like should of gone to the u.s
Jessie Michelle . Yes, amazing how fast these auctioneers can talk🤪 ... but their job should be more about selling the product than repeating over and over the same biding offers ! Shouldn’t they have in mind that a well promoted item will optimised their % results too. It’s a business and in Europe , auctioneers take always the time to reveal few things/info, facts,details,figures, ...something, about the item to make it tempting and though more exciting for the audience/buyers. Besides, happy that u reach ur 10k target Alex 👍🏽 even if it was quit disappointing on few unique pieces who haven’t sold well. U should have set a minimum sale price in advance/reserve price on the M. Ali’s glove to secure it 😰
My grandmother met the boxers Henry and George Cooper! She was in their dressing room with her friend when she was around 18, and they were drinking champagne. They said about her "that little girl can't be drinking alcohol!", but she just looked super young for her age haha
Love that you put your heart into this!!!!!
Love the auction, but in the future give us viewers a heads up and preview of your auction material. Might be cool for us to get a piece we like from your store and you tube channel
Great vid! Thanks for sharing, seems to me that you should of put all of the nascar stuff in a US auction seeing that it is racing season. Y'all take care! 👍🏼🇺🇸🇨🇦👍🏼
Really fun to watch even if it was last years auction.. Thanks
Really like your new intro. Low key and genuine.
Love updates thanks a bunch! Happy Sunday!
we need your autograph on ebay,.. your famous now
Despite the availability of online bidding this auction seems too local for your items. I think you need to move on to a bigger better auction for these types of items. Furniture and items with a function seem to do just fine at this auction though. Also you might think about not over saturating the auction with a certain type of item. There's less of a fight over an item because there are other chances to bid for a similar piece. But if you put less similar items they will be bidding more heavily over that one piece they really desire.
The downside of limiting how many things 'of a kind' you put in an auction, is that some dealers won't bother to travel to an auction for just a few things. If they are there in person they will be more likely to try for something that is a bit slow starting but at least the interest is there. Some of this memorabilia stuff is very specialised so you need to get a target audience to show up in the first place. You need specialists at a speciality auction or it will just not be sold, or go for peanuts.
Like the new opening, Alex!
Ohh I'm heartsick for missing out on all this great stuff, especially the Red Wings irems. Those people got some great deals.
From Boston and you had some great items!!!
As someone who works pt at a local auction house, it can be tough with big collections. Especially with the small houses, as I've noticed that you generally have the same bidders coming week in and week out. Some come for jewelry, some come for toys, some come for dolls, some come for tools, etc. So big collections are so specialized that you almost have to go online to broaden the bidding audience, which is what they did here. Those boxing autographs should DEFINITELY have netted you a bigger return, and that is a shame. They may have done better in a US based auction.
We recently had a huge collection of sports jerseys (football, mostly), and they did ok. Then we had a huge collection of vintage musical instruments, with some vintage violins from the 1800's going for far less than they should have. It always makes me sad when this happens. I feel bad for the seller, as you always hope for high returns on what you prize the most (or your loved ones did). But, as you said, that's the way it goes with auctions.
Alex can you please do a Live stream before you put items up at the auction. Even just a brief live stream would reach a lot people so we could make arrangements to be present for the online bidding in the US.
I wish you all the best in all your endeavors!👍🙋🕊️
I love love love the auction videos!
Nice to visit you there at the store I downloaded the video of the store cheers look forward to the next visit cheers
So positive even though the items did not reach what you wanted or what they should have sold for.
Wonder if the sports stuff would of done better in the states
Thought the same. Everything but the hockey stuff.
oh for sure. he should just sold the hocky suff. and sold everything else in the us
I agree with Cynthia Swearingen Alex, Why did you not send the Ali boxing glove to an auction house in Amerika`? You have to put items you wanna sell on auctions, to where there are most buyers who have an interest in it. Look for proof how your ice Hockey things went. So better luck next time! :o)
Am gutted for you Alex, love your positive outlook though :0)
Why not EBAY with a reserve? You would also be able to charge shipping and handling. Most auctions have reserve capacity. find an art auction house for the pottery.
Unfortunately Jack Dempsey in his later years worked as a Wrestling Ref and signed thousands of Autographs to make extra money, so his Auto isn't near as expensive as you'd think, some guys hated signing and theirs are worth a lot more.
Back in those days Boxers didn't make a lot of money, after he retired he went broke, so started working with prowrestling in Chicago, he signed upto 100 Autographs a night during that time.
Created a bit of a glut.
drskull9 He was born near my hometown, the house is a tiny little museum now. It’s insane to think he and all of his siblings lived in that tiny cabin.
I don’t know how I missed this! I would have bid on so many because my son-in-law is a sports writer, specialising in boxing. He lives in London, UK, and travels frequently to the US to cover boxing matches for various newspapers and boxing magazines. He would have loved some of those.
So yes, please let your fans know in advance so we can bid.
If I had the money I'd have definitely been bidding on Mr Hockey as I'm a Redwings fan plus I live in the U.P where Pro Hockey originated from
Consider forging some contacts at regional memorabilia shops in the US and either give them first dibs on the American-oriented items or at least a heads up that they will be at auction online and what they need to do to be able to place bids. If they choose not to bid, they might at least consider posting a flyer about the items on auction in their shop. It's very possible you could have made $20k US on that stuff.
Next time come across the border. All of that would have done so much better in the states. Although you did make a profit, so not too bad of a day for the Reno 🏠😊🤗
Thanks for the show..cowboy..hello melissa..
I’m from Detroit and I know about 10 guys that would have killed for that Gordie Howe, Ted Lindsey, and Sid Abel autographed photo. Same with the Gordie Howe pucks. Maybe you should have announced this on your Instagram and UA-cam channels, as had I known, I would have bid on those items and re-sold them for twice the auction price and they would have found a good home. I bet the buyers are dealers who are going to re-sell those items at marked up prices.
Mr Roboto Comics Good idea.
Those pots you found may be worth some money.
Not a bad time to be a pot dealer in Canada
@@rustknuckleirongut8107 I would, just to put it on my resume haha
@@rustknuckleirongut8107 LOL. Was there ever a time that was NOT good?
I like the new intro and a buddy of mine was getting on now the Red Wings stuff and you're lost out it is what it is
Please notify us when you go to action again. Boxing 🥊 memorabilia would have been fun to have. The video skipped on the Gene Fullmer action? Did it sell? I met him in Salt Lake City, Utah in the late 70’s. Super nice guy......
A big part of me wish I knew about this auction, another part is happy because Id have spend a LOT of money on hockey memorabilia
New Intro! Love it!
Love the new introduction
In the states, you could definitely get more for the hockey memorabilia
OMG watching your auctions is so addicting lol!. Mate... do you think they are doing you a disservice, bunching up all the signed photos and pucks? Just a thought.
I think that you would have made much more money in the USA. Even with the cost of shipping to the USA to an auction house here. Muhammad Ali's gloves would have sold for a minimum of $2,000 here in the USA. In the future, think about sending to an auction house here in USA. You definitely had things sell for much less than what you could have here in the USA. I love your channel and I wish you the very best in all your endeavors.
I'm digging the new intro.
"Hello from Finland, nice autographs collection, unfortunately prices were not as expected. You will most probably see some of them pretty soon on eBay with better selling price, let's see. You are doing good on eBay why you did not put them here this time ? I know also this is less effort with these local auction as you do not have to create listings...but results are not always there. Nice to watch this auction anyway, thank you for sharing with us and better luck next time. Best regards, Pascal"
Always like to watch these videos you have at auctions. Hope you do well....
Alex, I absolutely love these auctions. Thanks you. Sorry it wasn't great though.
I bet I was on the edge of my seat like you were. I like auctions.