Conditions of Sale
ALL GOODS ARE SOLD AS IS. AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY
BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY On the fall of the hammer or in the customary manner, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer, subject to the conditions set forth herein, and such bidder there upon assumes full risk and responsibility for the article. Our employees will exercise caution in handling the goods but do so at the buyer's risk.
CONTESTED BIDS In the event of any dispute between bidders, or in the event of doubt on the part of us as to the validity of any bid, the auctioneer will have final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or withdraw the lot, or to re-offer and resell the article in dispute.
UNRESERVED AUCTION This is a legal term to show that the items will be sold to the high bidder regardless of price, and that the owner nor auction house has set No reserved or minimum selling price. Note: UNLESS THE ADVERTISED OR TERMS STATE RESERVED THE AUCTION IS WITH UNRESERVED.
OPENING & NOMINAL BIDS Small bids made with the purpose of disparaging an item may be rejected by the auctioneer. The auctioneer reserves the right to reject an opening bid that, in his opinion, is not commensurate with the value of the lot. The lot will be passed.
POOLS are an association of dealers or collectors formed with the purpose of keeping down auction prices for the benefit of its members. They are illegal and under no circumstances will they be permitted. The auctioneer may at his discretion bid on behalf of the seller or elect to with-draw a lot if in his opinion a pool is operating. There will be an additional fee of 5% charged by Auctionzip for a total of 20%
FIREARMS SALES: ALL FIREARMS ARE SOLD IN ACCORDANCE WITH ATF REGULATIONS
Items may be withdrawn at any time prior to the offering of each lot.
Record is kept by the auction clerks will be taken as final in the event of any dispute.
ABSENTEE BIDS will be executed when possible as a convenience to the customer. The auction house will not be held responsible for any errors or failures to execute bids. The bid will be executed competitively. A credit card in the buyers name and valid ID is required. We will notify the bidder if successful. The decision to accept an absentee bid will be left to our discretion. Payment is due upon notification of a successful bid. Absentee bids will be accepted 1 hour until start of sale.
PHONE BIDDING Phone bidding is executed as a convenience to the buyer. A minimum starting bid of $200 applies when a phone line is requested to bid on an item. A backup or insurance bid to be executed on your behalf in the event of phone issues is strongly suggested. We are not responsible for missed calls, dropped calls, busy lines or wrong numbers. You must have a valid credit card. Payment is due upon completion of sale.
STORAGE All lots must be removed and paid for within 14 days. Any lots left longer than 14 days without prior arrangement may be subject to a storage and handling fee at our discretion.
EXCEPTIONS to these terms or conditions of sale will be announced at the start of the auction.
We take pride in our auction business and hope you enjoy our auctions. We look forward to serving you and thank you for your attendance.
Buyer's Premium
15% with an additional 5% charged by Auctionzip
Condition Reports
We provide the most accurate descriptions, including condition reports for every item. Please, feel free to contact us if you are curious about any item. 209-500-8801 or email at [email protected]
ALL GOODS ARE SOLD AS IS. AND ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTY It is the responsibility of prospective bidders to examine items and decide their level of interest. Neither the auctioneer, consignor, or seller are responsible for the accuracy of any printed, written or verbal description. PLEASE ATTEND THE AUCTION PREVIEW AND EXAMINE THE ITEMS. If Internet bidding, please call in advance for condition reports prior to making a committed purchase.
BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY On the fall of the hammer or in the customary manner, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer, subject to the conditions set forth herein, and such bidder thereupon assumes full risk and responsibility for the article. Our employees will exercise caution in handling the goods but do so at the buyer's risk.
Payment
Payments will be made through Hewlett's Auctions. Accepted by way of Visa, Mastercard, wire transfer and all major c.c. All funds will be accepted at our bank's current exchange rate.
Shipping Arrangements
SHIPPING: Winning bidder is responsible to make arrangements for shipping. Please call 209-500-8801
The house is not responsible for wrapping and shipping. It is up to the discretion of the buyer to choose the shipping method of their choice. ie: UPS etc. We recommend purchasing insurance.
Sales Tax/Resale License
Successful buyers that live in California will be charged the 8.25% sales tax unless they can provide proof of a resale license number. Any tax-exempt documentation must be sent to [email protected]. Buyers outside of California are exempt from this tax if the items are purchased online. This does not apply to in house bidding.
