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Old 05-01-2010, 01:43 PM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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Today I find myself in possession of an older accordion which appears to be in good condition. I have no experience with accordions and would like to see if this is of any value, and if so, I would like to sell it.

Does anyone know of a reputable, honest person/store who deals in used, unique musical instruments? Suffolk county locations are preferred, but I am willing to travel.
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Old 05-02-2010, 12:15 PM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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Anyone? Help, please

I am sitting here looking at a huge accordion case and have no idea where to take it.
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Old 05-02-2010, 03:21 PM
 
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I know that Sam Ash and Guitar Center buy used instruments. Did you post it on Craig's List?
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Old 05-02-2010, 04:17 PM
 
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A brand name and a model#, and possibly picture and I might be able to help.
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Old 05-02-2010, 08:10 PM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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V. Galiri Model 5462. Keyboard style accordion, bellows and body all appear to be in very good condition. It is in it's original case, with green velvet lining and a green velvet drape.
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Old 05-03-2010, 01:20 PM
 
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Post your question here: Accordionist.org --- The Online Accordion Community - Forum List - Accordionist.org Do NOT sell it to Sam Ash or GC as they would only give u 1/2 (max) of what they could sell it for.
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Old 05-03-2010, 01:40 PM
 
Location: Huntington
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I'd put it up on Ebay.

To be honest, selling an accordion is going to be tough - hardly anyone plays them (they weigh a ton) and there's really no call for them. I don't think Sam Ash or any other music store would give you a nickel.

Unless you want to turn it into some sort of yard ornament - you know, fill it with geraniums or whatever, or maybe you can use it as a unique garden sculpture (just my sense of humor).
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Old 05-03-2010, 02:30 PM
 
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Anyone? Help, please

I am sitting here looking at a huge accordion case and have no idea where to take it.
Do not take it to Sam Ash or GC. They will give you the absolute lowest price for a used instrument.
Did you check out other accordions buy the maker on eBay? I did a quick search for "V. Galiri" wiht no success but "E. Galiri" did return some results but they were all pretty inexpensive accordions.

Good luck! Post a picture if you can.
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Old 05-03-2010, 02:36 PM
 
Location: Inis Fada
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Thanks for the input. I will have a picture later tonight. I looked on ebay unsuccessfully and didn't find much in the way of Google. There is a company in NJ which handles accordions so I emailed them a note. Waiting to hear back. I will try Boan's link as well.

AndreaII -- I was thinking birdhouse!
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Old 05-03-2010, 02:44 PM
 
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I am a retired professional Triangle player. Sorry I couldn't help you.
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