Disclose or not disclose

[Twilkins]

Nope, once you’ve sold it you’re done. Too many variables to watch over previously owned guitars.

[RustyAxe]

Originally Posted by gstring

If you see a guitar offered for sale that you once owned and you know it is a real dog, should you try and warn a potential buyer ?

daniel

You should mind your own business. When in doubt, it's often the best path.

[JC.]

"Oh hello. That guy you are about to marry- well I used to be married to him"

"Oh?"

"Yes. I didn't like him. He's a dog."

"Oh. But I like him."

"I didn't"

"Why not?"

"He's a dog."

"Yes. You said that. But why is he a dog?"

"He doesn't play nice"

"I think he plays nice"

"I didn't"

"So, you called to tell me not to marry him?"

"That's right. I wanted you to know that in my opinion you shouldn't marry him"

"In my opinion, I should"

"My opinion is more valid than yours"

"Why?"

"Because I've lived with him. Got to really know him. You've only spent a few minutes with him. I think you will regret marrying him"

"Like you did?"

"Yes, like I did"

"Thanks for calling"

[JAMKC]

Originally Posted by Paddy1951

Just so you know, there can be other reasons to sell a guitar besides it being a dud.

In my own more recent situation, I have sold two and have a third for sale. I like(d) all of them. But I cannot play them well any longer.
Health issues have changed my abilities to play those guitars. So, I have sold those that didn't work for me and purchased smaller guitars. I miss those I have sold. But if the just sit...

You nailed it Paddy.

[Goodallboy]

OP, you don't owe anyone an opinion on a guitar you no longer own. They take the chance when they buy un-played and after enough disappointment they'll figure things out.

I would never, ever, buy an acoustic guitar un-played. I did that a few times and didn't get duds (Goodall doesn't make any) but they weren't keepers.

Since I won't do that again, I'll never get another "non-keeper".

I'd suggest the same approach if anyone wants to avoid duds.

[docwatsonfan]

Originally Posted by gstring

If you see a guitar offered for sale that you once owned and you know it is a real dog, should you try and warn a potential buyer ?

daniel

depends if it is still a puppy and not housebroken

[AZLiberty]

One man's Dud is another man's treasure.

Last guitar I sold was extremely clear and articulate - a complete dog IMHO.

Guy who bought it loves it, for exactly those properties.

[gitarro]

This post illustrate so well the point that torn is very subjective.

Originally Posted by AZLiberty

One man's Dud is another man's treasure.

Last guitar I sold was extremely clear and articulate - a complete dog IMHO.

Guy who bought it loves it, for exactly those properties.