trlvn
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In the bad old days of live auctions, there was always a chance you were in a bidding war with a TREE. You know how an auction often comes down to a back and forth between 2 bidders. The auctioneer sings a number--you raise your hand. But so does the other guy. Often those bidders are within eyesight of each other. But sometimes, one of the bidders is 'at the back edge of the crowd'. An unscrupulous auctioneer can be going back an forth between you, a real live human, and some apparition that only he can see!
Or so the story goes.
Still, if you are after a big ticket item, it is prudent to have your eyes wide open. And maybe a buddy that is watching your back.
OTOH, all kinds of stuff can be sold at auction!
Craig
Or so the story goes.
Still, if you are after a big ticket item, it is prudent to have your eyes wide open. And maybe a buddy that is watching your back.
OTOH, all kinds of stuff can be sold at auction!
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