Pass. A knife enthusiast can’t even get rid of them. I’m a risk taker but this is slow moving stuff.

Go for it......I like the idea of dabbling with "$2000" worth of knives first and going back for the rest of it proves to be lucrative. Good Luck!

@Castedlots

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, a smaller trial run. Knives are likely a long tail sale item.

@spoostad

2 жыл бұрын

I agree Rebecca.

Honestly, I'd ask him if he wants to partner with you. You sell the knives on line and get a cut. This way, he sells the knives and you do not put this amount in something you are not too familiar with. Thoughts?

@rachelh5211

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Then he maintains a working relationship with the seller who can hopefully have the expertise to provide details about the knives he will need in order to accurately list them.

Josh, Ive been a knife dealer for years. Custom knives are hard to move. You sit on them for long periods of time. When they sell, they do sell for good money. Most people just dont want to spend $100-$400 on a knife. Me, being in the trade of selling them would not do a deal like what he offered. I could make more money on buying a load of china/ Pakistan knives for $5000 faster than I could buying $15000 worth of custom knives that I will have to sit on for the next 2-5 years. Its all relative to your market, you do have a great online presence but as soon as you move about 100 of them you will have flooded your specific market on your custom knives buy , to where china knives always sell. Everybody always has $5-10 they can let go of and guys like to buy knives and lady's like to buy them too. Be careful. Im not saying you wont make money, you might. I have not seen his stiff and there are some people out there that will buy their knives from Alibaba and put there own stamp on them and pass them off as custom made. Good luck my ginger brother. God Bless.

@HairyTornado

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm A little hesitant on the handmade ones, but he had some really nice branded ones as well (buck, Ontario, etc). I think if he is willing to do a smaller deal on like 50-100 of the branded ones, that would he the most profitable and easy to manage way to go about it.

@wildmanmo37

2 жыл бұрын

@@HairyTornado I think your on the right track.

@johnwayne2103

2 жыл бұрын

@@HairyTornado Pass on the knives. Buy the ones that interest you and sell those, Knives are not fast movers and you are in the business of selling not stocking inventory. leave that to the big box stores.

@jonmccormick8683

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe put a $100 or $200 on it and see if you can sell them. Even show them on your KZread channel for extra publicity. -Make your money back and then buy some more. -Too many Pakistan, India, and China $10 knives out there and Amazon also.

@bobbavet

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, as soon as I herd custom, I was meh. Research top selling brands/prices and time to go cherry pickin Hairy. Be upfront, a partial sale is better than no sale.

Since you’re not solely into selling knives, I would buy at a good wholesale price, sell the best few and sell the remainder in bulk to someone who specifically sells knives. May not make as much, but may move them faster

Proceed with caution. Sometimes the best deal is no deal. If you don't feel comfortable with your knowledge about what you're doing wait for something you are feeling better about. Good example is the golf club deal that you purchased.

I would only do a deal that big if I was an expert on the items.

@davidavila2627

2 жыл бұрын

This 100%

@picklikeapro6952

2 жыл бұрын

Or if it was a deal like what Lonnie and Justin got on all the makeup and jeans. That would be the only situation where I’d drop everything I had and still possibly take out a loan to get as much as I could.

Pass! I think if he has that many knives that he ( extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of knives) hasn’t sold, it would be a nightmare for you two to take on. If it’s a market you have a passion for that’s a different story. Good luck deciding, he was a great talker. Curious to know what Hayley thinks🤔❤️

As a avid knife collector, I think it could be a promising deal. With that being said, you may be able to sell some one knife groups say on Facebook or Reddit. Also, from my experience with the market, it seems like folding knives are the current trend. Fixed blades can be profitable but appeal to a smaller group of folks. There are some great resources to learn about which steels are better than others. Feel free to reach out if you would like to know more. I will be staying tuned to see what you decide.

@XYLEAN594

2 жыл бұрын

Let us know what happens and record when you go to the house if you do

@ivankarol3649

2 жыл бұрын

I'll tune in here, also if need some quick assessments - can identify era, geolocation, can provide quick tips on big NAY and Yay in the knife world (400+ knife collection here). Just to be practical, that was not damascus. 99.9% it is not real damascus as its considered "lost art" and/or maker skill so only historical damascus is real one. There is a huge market and potential in EDC (kits) for folding knifes that can range up to 500-1000$ for a solid blade. But it's as easy to purchase copycat and lose a lot of $. End use also matters of course. On the flip side, dude was not messing with you, it can take even months to make a good knife. P.s. we are on the other side of globe, doing same thing but only source at flea's in med Europe. Would be cool to collab over the globe on - something haha. Cheers.

I love this gentleman. Salt of the earth. Full of wisdom! I’m with the person who said spend 1-2000$ and go from there. A good learning experience.

My husband I just did something similar. We bought a train collection from a lady. They were her late husbands. We paid her a lump sum and took them all. That was the only way I was willing to do it. I didn’t want to get caught up in haggling over prices of individual trains. We took pictures of them all and my husband spent a lot of hours researching them all to figure out what they were worth. (He is an avid train enthusiast). He then took a percentage of that and offered that amount to her. She accepted and now we have a bunch of boxes of trains. We have not listed any yet but hope to very soon to start making back the money we spent. Good luck. I’m sure you will make the right decision for you and your wife.

Sounds like he was a really good salesperson. I learned the hard way always always take the time to look up comps it's called money and if you value your money you need to look up your comps. It's unfortunate we can't always trust the vendors that we work with...

I also think you should only spend between $1000. To $2,000. To see if there is good money for you two in them. Don't go whole hog into them at $15,000. Until you know the true value of them.

@buda3d2007

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, plus things go through trends, they might be hot one year then dead in the water the next.

There's some good advice in the comments. Personally, I would pass because (a) it's a product line I don't know or understand, and, (b) my $15k could make a heckuva lot more in lines I DO know/understand. YMMV

I am about to begin selling on EBay and I really enjoy watching your videos. I feel like I am learning something each time I watch. Oh, and I am so glad to see your sweet wife, Haley has joined you. You guys are great!

With regards to vintage toys like tmnt one thing I have learned... accessories. That's your money maker. Tmnt. Heman etc the accessories a lot of times are worth more then the figure. Today I found the 1990 tmnt technodrome. It's missing the main circular pieces but it has weapons, doors, etc. Bought the whole thing for 3 bucks, one gun is worth 20. Accessories....

Hailey, I love that you support your husband. Just an FYI: one thing you might consider is to investigate brands, names and find out those items related to what you guys sell. You’ll be amazed at the knowledge & learn how much it does help with what you do. I love seeing your excitement & know you desire to be a participant in your business. I love you guys. Keep up the great work:):):)

be careful on what states you allow the sales in. Here in Massachusetts, we have some strict laws concerning knives. I remember trying to buy a small knife online as a gift and Amazon, even though the size was legal, wouldn't sell it to someone in Massachusetts.

'Vintage' Power Ranger--Argh, you slay me!! A day goes by one at a time then suddenly it's 20 years?! :' O ...lol.

@getterblakk

2 жыл бұрын

bandai no longer makes power ranger toys in the U.S.A., hasbro makes them now. plus that power ranger toy was not good even at $5.

Knives have and still are good sellers….The key of course is quality and also name brand,such as case or marbles.Custom made knives are also a very good in most cases,the provenance and condition is key to any knife that you might purchase..There are plenty of online resources that you can check for value and collectibility….A day at a knife show is worth the education and networking possibilities for this highly collected commodity…Remember,knives like anything else are extremely “FAKED” especially the ones from China,do your homework….Keep on pickin you 2 are doing well…God bless

Thank you for involving us in your business and always looking for advise while at the same time teaching

I would say that if you know its guaranteed to give you over 100% profit, it isnt a gamble. However if spending the $15K is going to place you into debt or limit your everyday spending on resale items then you need to think long and hard. If you are still going to be able to maintain a similar spending power then go for it xxx

@bluebelle9572

2 жыл бұрын

Agree with you on the debt part 100%. Nice video Tornadoes.

Love to see all your videos I feel I’m shopping with you guys 😍🙂

1. I think you should be an enthusiast to go so deep in inventory on any particular item. You proved that with the golf club bulk buy which worked for you. 2. I think you would need additional channels to sell such a large quantity. In particular, you would probably need to commit the time to selling in person at a similar flea market or trade shows. Knives sell much better when customers can actually handle them. You would basically need to stop selling other items and focus just on knives.

No on the knifes And you should have picked up the Ronald McDonald doll.... Love watching you and Haley good luck with your decision..

I’m getting bad vibes about the knife deal Josh ,I think that dude was a real wheeler dealer who was blowing smoke ,stick to the shoes where you know your profit margins ,keep sweet talking the shoe lady she might be willing to do a deal soon ,best wishes for whatever you decide .

Wow! I had the turtle van when I was a kid! That put a smile on my face seeing that again. I would keep that for myself.

My 2 cents? You were absolutely right when you said "This man here knows how to sell at the flea market!". I don't believe he made a bunch of knives, I think he's a good salesman, and for that reason I would personally not trust him to do business. 🤷‍♀️

@ksmith46

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@eljokerjce

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same, since the other guy pretty much also lied saying he was “pretty much giving them away” (the toy guns) I feel like they’re all really good salesman but I wouldn’t trust them.

@FlourescentPotato

2 жыл бұрын

if you can't see through BS and let that put you off, you'll miss out on good deals.

If you can truly afford it. Do it. I would. I love that you 2 are a team. Wishing you much love and blessings. ❤🙏

I like the green background. Nice video. Lots of thoughts yo go into such a huge business decision.

Definitely some beautiful knives on that table, can only imagine what treasures he has stored up!! I've sold on eBay off and on, the last 10 years or so and from the items I can think of, knives always sold the best for me. Some nice close up pics and a good description for the collectors out there is a good idea. And as others have mentioned, you could even post them places like Facebook and bladeforums to have a more targeted audience.

I think he's hussling you. He's got 10 tubs of knives... that HE made? Obviously he hasn't sold them. How many were on the table that HE made? That sheath cost him $40?! Obviously he didn't make it. And the people with all the shoes you want to buy ALL of them for what... $20 - 25 a pair?! Bath time. You aren't in the business of breaking even or just making a couple dollars. And you don't need to be in that business. Just pick and choose the best of the best and stay safe. Just my opinion.

@betterdayz6131

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@sebastienbolduc5654

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah those 2 dudes were definitely hustling. I bet the whole, "We need to get rid of everything because we're moving, we're old, etc" is their sales pitch they probably tell everyone. There is also a huge counterfeit market for knives. That's why I wouldn't touch any of this with a ten foot pole. In my opinion don't buy bulk at high prices like that unless you know the product extremely well. The longer the products would have to sit in inventory the higher the profit margin would have to go, 100-500%. Like you said, 10 tubs of knives that he hasn't sold yet. Yup, major red flags!

@TreasuredStorytime

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Dude is trying to hustle you. Never invest so much money in something you don’t know enough about. Not a risk for you to buy that golf club haul (you understand golf), but way too risky with the knives.

@kevohh10

2 жыл бұрын

@@TreasuredStorytime knowledge decreases risk. Agree 100%. This guy seems totally open to him going through his collection and picking the best sellers too. I’d go that route.

@carmenbriseno4621

2 жыл бұрын

He did say he would buy, buy and buy knives.. so not all he made. I had to go back to the conversation.

Good luck with the knives! It sounds like a potential opportunity. I know Pete with Craigslist Hunter had a huge knife purchase a while back, and he may be able to answer some questions for you. Best wishes! -Steven

If he has a bin of Boker knives, you're going to make some money. Even the smaller pocket knives will be 30 bucks a piece while the larger folding knives can bring up to 300. My dad is a knife collector, so I think you will do well. It might take a while to sell but it will be worth it.

you really deserve more followers, love your content man!

Fastly becoming addicted to your Channel. Been benge watching for the past three evenings-late nights.

Finally something I know about lol... I’m a huge toy collector. Wish I was there to give you a heads up on it. You still did fine and made money. I like the vendor, he’s a character lol. I had a different turtle van as a kid. It shot pizzas out of the guns. Great video, glad you shared it :)

This old grandmother thinks that man talks a good game … I wouldn’t do it.. you make good choices with the items you pick now.

$30 / knife($12,000) seems like a more reasonable and rounded off number. If he really is motivated to sell then a counter offer of that amount is not out of the question.

What a great area when you got to the knife section. I can really appreciate that.

watching the video the one thing that caught my eye was on the next vender over, to me it looked like Castle Grayskull from masts of the universe. The castle alone usually goes for 25-30 bucks starting on eBay, if it has all the accessories it goes up big time.

Your videos have definitely helped me I’m a new reseller and hope to eventually do it full time 🙂🙂🙂

Hey that's the same knife collector/maker that was at your yard sale July 6th 2020 video lol Just finished binge watching a bunch!

It sounds like your thought process is right on the money - learn all you can then make a decision. I think it would be a good deal. You could even open up a 2nd store for just the knives and build on that. Have a good weekend.

Hi Josh & Hailey (sp?) i think your approach is spot on - sensible, exciting & creative- just the way you are! GO GOR IT!! 💓🤗🙏🏼

I think your idea of buying 2 bins of knives & seeing how that goes is a great idea. Then if it’s profitable for both of you, you can always go back & know you’re getting a good deal. Good luck!🍀👍

If after researching, you discover that you can flip the knives relatively quickly for a good profit, then do it! Starting with a few sounds like the smart thing to do.

You're real respectful with that knife and gentleman with the knives

I inherited hundreds of knives from my Dad and some of them sold quickly and a year later some are still listed. I think more popular brands like Buck will sell well. Oder ones that are more collectible than for use take a special buyer and that takes time to find.

I would say no unless he allowed you to look at the whole collection. I'm not buying anything blind. People are making good points about homemade knives, without being the person who actually made it you wouldn't be able to answer the important questions. The branded knives on the other hand, if in good condition and sell through rate, I'd make a deal if I had the capitol on hand. You do have time, you could reach out and ask the Facebook groups that are centered around knives, or even survivalist groups and see if anyone there would like to buy a bulk lot of homemade knives, might be able to unload that quickly if you had a buyer lined up before hand!

I think I saw someone set the General Lee car down next to the knives. The actor from The Dukes of Hazzard owns it and lives in the area where the tornado just hit and a bunch of trees smashed into the top of it. Idk if it's totaled or not but I'm sure it's going to cost a fortune to fix! The guy selling the knives looks great for 83!! Great video and finds!

As a Full time reseller in Canada its a bit harder for something like knives to sell. To be honest if he is asking 15K you would have to ensure their are around 50K worth of product for time and the gamble. We do the same with Garage sales and best quick income is picking what you like and know you can flip. Sometimes though you can make good money taking a gamble as I also buy truckloads of Amazon Pallets and they minimum do 40-60% profit. Been watching your videos for what seems years now and every time and you have given great advise. Sometimes I wish I lived in the states seeing your goodwills and scores you find. along with storage lockers and pallet buying product is everywhere.

love the way that u handle yourself and if he is truly motivated he will let u come to the house and since they see u almost every week it would be a good deal

I’d love the turtle van !!!!

so glad i started Ebay. started end of June this year, and already have over 30 items sold. love reselling.

Someone I know had to sell her husband's knife collection. She said they sold fast and for decent money, but it was a royal pain researching comps and trying to figure out the maker, blade style, tang length, handle & blade material, etc. Did you know that there are even different names for the point? i.e. drop point, clip point, trailing point, gut hook, American tanto. And Ebay also wants to know the type (hunting, everyday carry, Bowie, survival, combat, boot, throwing, etc.) Personally, I'd pass on anything homemade and require the seller to label each of the other knives before I'd even consider it.

@cherishedtreasuresthriftin8169

2 жыл бұрын

There is a lot to know about knives, but it’s not beyond learning and learning quickly. Once, you recognize all the important facts as it relates to knives, you can sell them. They sell well and are collectible to so many. Tang, knife point, handle, blade type, are all things that can be learned easily & quickly:)

@kevohh10

2 жыл бұрын

This alone would keep me from it. It’s exciting but THEY will HATE knives by the time they’re sold.

@dwfinds3030

2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering how you sell homemade stuff, and def time saver to get someone else to come up with your title listings :)

So I’ve been an avid hunter my whole life, so very well versed in buying knives. So from a buyers point of view I always look for a edge that can keep for a long time and won’t need a lot of sharpening. I see the fixed blades selling to hunters. The pocket knives would be for more general use and would have many more buyers. But for me and the fixed blade hunting knives, it’s all about quality of the handle and blade. And as a side note I would be more willing to buy the knives if I knew they were made in the US by a small business.

Can’t wait to see episode 2 of the big knife deal 🤘

Once you go and see his knife inventory, your reselling instincts will take over. You will be able to determine if there is a deal to make. On toys as you saw, about every fifth or sixth toy is going to be a winner.

Get the General Lee for me!!! LOL

When you look at knives you really should know that Damascus is really a complicated process. A really strong Damascus steel is a wonderful find. Make sure you watch a few videos on knife making. The forging process is not an easy process. Love watching your videos. Tell Haley her clothing finds are great. Keep going on the hunting. Try Salvation Army Thrift stores.

Going to investigate such deals is a way to learn a new category. Look, talk, then research. Just don’t be afraid to pass it up. Cash tied up isn’t working for you, if the buy in is too steep. When it’s a win, such deals can be a good way to step up your game.

Josh make sure you add ref/orange end caps on barrel of toy guns. I use foam ear plugs and working so far.

@panicfilms

2 жыл бұрын

I was about to post a comment about this. eBay pulled a vintage cap gun listing I had a couple years ago and called me to tell because it needed the orange end cap, which I didn't have. The guy was strict and no BS. No excuses were accepted even when I mentioned the other cap guns on sale without orange end caps. Good tip with the foam ear plugs!

It would be great if you could just grab one tub to see how it goes before taking the big dive.

Big risk, but big reward. Best of luck Mr. tornado!

I had that megazord when I was a kid. Awesome find

As a reseller, myself I feel confident in knowing that, Hailey ha# an eye for re-selling. She might be your diamond in the rough as it relates to finding items that are worthy of re-selling. She could certainly help you branch out beyond what you already do. Depends on what your long term goals are. FYI: knives, especially pocket knives can be a great buy for re-sale.

With the knife deal, there are a few things to consider: 1) Opportunity cost. Do you have a spare 15k or would that limit your ability to do other deals? How much could you make if you used this money on a category you know better (such as a shoe deal, like you've been trying to get). 2) Chances of getting screwed on the deal: he said he made those knifes, which means there is no brand/marks to look up. while custom knives can be expensive, it depends on the quality of the knife and the maker, which leads us to 3) How much work/time will it take to list it all? Plus, can you even make compelling listings since you aren't a knife expert and since they are custom there's no way to look up same models. For a collector/enthusiast, there is probably a huge difference between "Custom knife, steel blade, wooden handle" and a more detailed description that tells the exact type of steel and other materials used, as well as any specific lingo people might be looking for.

@lynnedelacy2841

2 жыл бұрын

Great points

I am addicted to your videos man

Nice meeting you on topgolf. I love the channel!! It’s nice to see how everything works and your transparency.

@HairyTornado

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I'll be back on tonight! Haha

$25 for the top and the fin on the tmnt party wagon. The front window where the gun mounts. $20 and the orange door ramp is $20 as well. Been parting out tmnt accessories Lately.

I'd definitely agree with buying a smaller lot first. Many have suggested it, but ask other knife sellers, and it might be important to understand the return rate on pocket/hunting knives. Someone who is going to buy a custom knife will most likely have high standards for what they're gonna receive. I don't have the data, but my gut tells me that custom knives or just pocket knives in general have a higher return rate like clothing. I could be wrong, but that's where you'll want to do the research to find out. A good knife has to feel good in your hand, be made of great materials, and the blade will hopefully still have enough metal on it to provide for many more years of honing/sharpening (unless you're selling to a pure collector who is just gonna store it). You might even have better luck selling on Facebook Marketplace, or joining hunting groups on FB/Reddit/etc.

So early! Ready for the video...

For me it comes down to 2 things: 1. sell through rate (inventory obsolescence aka dead inventory is a b****) 2. capital. Can't tie up 15k if I only have 1000 left over. Hahaha Hope that helps.

@HairyTornado

2 жыл бұрын

Good points!

Go for it!

As we get older we look at all the things we accumulate and at this point in his life I'm sure he is more than willing to be wanting to down size with the idea of getting a good quality price from specific items. By putting his work/collection out in the world his legacy will move forward with people appreciating the craft of his knifes which seems to be the most important thing for him aside from downsizing and money. Go for it!!!

There’s that Turtle Van I saw in the last video! I’ll be watching the store to see it listed! 🐢

Go for it! I think you will do well.

Buy! If they are for sure good quality!

I say heck ya! Just make sure what he has. 💜

I am not a knife expert by any means. Recently worked a deal with a widow who sold her husbands collection to me for $6,000.00, including 1, 412 pocket knives, 48 fixed blade knives and 31 specialty knives like switchblades.....not allowed to sell on Ebay. Have done a double up on the pocket knives and still have over 300 of them to sell. Drop in a fixed blade every now and then and the specialty knives are going to a local auction house. Was well worth the risk and has been one of my greatest challenges thus far. Good luck!

Speaking from experience. Anything survival or hunting related sells fast and easy. Knives are a good sell. Easy to ship.

Being too nice and only just breaking even is not sound business practice. There’s no thrill in watching you pay eBay prices on a flea market, don’t fall for their sob stories, these guys are professionals and know every trick in the book to hustle.

I agree with you to take it slow. Like you said, buy a few and see how they sell. Also, before you decide to go all in, be sure to check each one to make sure there is not a lot of junk mixed into it. Hope it works out for you. Let us all know how you do on this.

You can’t “put money aside” especially when you’re talking about that much money. I personally would drop that much money something unless I was an expert on the item. You better be able to answer and question about them. Handcrafted knives aren’t going to sell as quickly unless it’s a well know artist.

Red ranger gun- 1941 Wyandotte clicker gun found selling for $49 + post :) The TMNT van is AMAZING!!

I would not put all my eggs in one basket. So go with the small sample size and start with that!

I like the idea of getting the knives in smaller batches at 1st to see how they sell. That is probably the smarter way to go.

Educate yourself as you are doing and get all the knowledge possible, then use wisdom of what you’ve acquired and make the decision. I love you guys and gleaning all I can from you. I’m a small time seller on eBay and love watching your stream.

Thank you for the videos, new subby here. My husband and I have been binge watching all your videos. We really like you and your wife, which is why I say this with kindness. In your latest videos we have started to see a bit of a pattern. You like to buy in bulk, and “gamble” on items that you are not so sure of. I feel that you are not making as much money as you should be. I am also a reseller, and whenever I want to purchase things in a category I am not very familiar, I do my homework and research. Also KZread has other awesome more seasoned pickers that will give you an idea on what to look for. We are here for you, and I am very interested to see how you evolve in your business. P.S maybe investing in renting in an antique booth might also make you money when you purchase in bulk.

Lol.i was like what? When I heard you say "you said $5 a piece, would you do $20 for all 4 of them? Lol.

I like the idea of a small lot first and go from there!

You are the best, you can do it

Just do it 👍🏽 it would be interesting to see on our end.

Heeeeeey man love the channel!!! Is it me or did I see castle greyskull where u got the transformers?? Keep up the great content!!!!

@HairyTornado

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe? I didn't ask about that :(

@mikescales1797

2 жыл бұрын

Lol and on the knives I'm no collector or expert but it it makes so much sense to start with a small sample size to see how it goes and then go from there.

@Mack110cards

2 жыл бұрын

Didn't see any castle grayskull

@mikescales1797

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mack110cards it kinda looked like it on the table beside where he got the transformers and ninja turtles... I could be mistaken but it looks real similar

missed that Voltron on that table with the turtle troll!

For action figures, I think the original He-man figures (with battle cat,skeletor, Man-at-arms etc) from the 1980's,now THAT would be a great find 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

I would say if he helps you with them like naming them and style I would definitely look into them… because a bunch of older knifes don’t have the brands on them and he would know that.

That turtle stuff is awesome. I would have bought it and kept it, lol.

You are a good judge of character