Author Topic: Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?  (Read 482 times)

Offline kasilofchrisn

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Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?
« on: Jan 31, 2017, 09:41 PM »
So today I stopped by our local hardware and fishing store to pick up something.
Turns out they were having a garage sale with items old and new.
All was cash only make an offer.
Lots of fishing stuff so I had to look. 
Ended up buying 2 boxes of larger spoons datedevils ,super duper,williams,and some others.
But I think my best deal was these three finickys fish factory tip ups. They're used but in fair condition.
They're missing the heat lamps and one needs a new light cover on top.
I offered $10 each.
She countered at $40 for all.
I accepted.
Then I asked about a Pfluger hardwood rod rack. She said $25.
I countered with $60 for the tip ups and the rod rack which she accepted.
I'll need to get lamps for them and put batteries in to verify they work.
I'll post pics later.
They were owned by a well known local fisherman and summer fishing guide.
I see they're $135 or so new.
Did I get a good deal?
Hopefully parts aren't that expensive.
KasilofChrisN
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Offline fishonthebrain

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Re: Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #1 on: Jan 31, 2017, 09:53 PM »
Have fun lugging those things around.

Offline kasilofchrisn

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Re: Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #2 on: Jan 31, 2017, 10:14 PM »
Have fun lugging those things around.
I've got plenty of regular tip ups.
Plus my favorite AKsalmonbear self setting rod holders.
These will be for specific trips where I feel they're especially useful such as my overnight Burbot trips I sometimes do.
I have 2 nice snowmobiles with a sled for each one so it won't be that big of a deal hauling them around.
KasilofChrisN
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Re: Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #3 on: Jan 31, 2017, 10:27 PM »
that's a great deal         I think they were made in WI?    If so I might be able to track down parts

Offline kasilofchrisn

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Re: Finickys fish factory. Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #4 on: Jan 31, 2017, 10:39 PM »
that's a great deal         I think they were made in WI?    If so I might be able to track down parts
They have a website where you can still order them.
They recommend calling for parts.
When I figure out what all my parts needs are I'll call and order them up.
KasilofChrisN
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