[tom]

Hi,


let me try to answer you directly.


I have been doing business with Bob Simpson for many years and we are friends. I typically deal directly with Bob or his son Brad. I have found them to be exceptionally relaible, completely honest and a pleasure to do business with.


As far as negotiations on price, if the piece you are interested in belongs to Bob, he may have some wiggle room for negotiations; if it is a consignment piece, it goes as marked.


If you see Bob when in Galesburg, please tell him Tom Armstrong sends best wishes for a Happy New Year.


Hope this helps!


Tom