Author: Steve B
Date: 04:54:27 11/03/04
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Hi John >thanks Steve ! oh man ! german ? :) i'll see what i can do try using a translation program such as World Lingo or Alta Vista you can set them up to translate the entire page in one shot >>for example , if a model is not working but is old - does it count as a >collectible ? this all depends on why you collect collecting the old computers is closely related to ones particular taste and preferences if you are collecting only for the future value of the computer,then having a defective unit ,which in not repairable ,is almost worthless likewise ,if you are collecting to play the computers,or play them against each other then again a defective unit has no value however if you are collecting for historical interest then a cosmetically pristine computer with the original box,manual,pieces,etc..will have some value albeit a non-monetary one on the German web site i sent you there is a "Rare" page this will give you a fairly good idea of what is considered a rare chess computer today you will also see the names of some collector's that own that particular computer unlike PC chess Software where you cam virtually pick up any program (whether it be older or brand new )in an instant ,collecting the old computers will take time and effort if you want a well rounded collection with examples of computers from all of the manufacturers of the day i have been collecting since 1977, the year of the first commercially available chess computer and i am still searching for several models Good Luck! Steve regards steve
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