NOTE: Due to continuous updating, this guide has now exceeded the 20,000 character limit so I have started a Part II guide which you will likely need to continue on to.Buying a Fender Stratocaster - A Guide...
Are you confused by the myriad of hallmarks associated with Gold, Silver and Platinum? Do you know why the most important hallmark that you can look for is the quality mark of the metal? Do you ever wonder...
BEWARE of SELLERS who claim "Tested" or "Unmarked" for Gold OR Silver items! My father and I have owned a pawn shop for many years and I am very familiar - actually, an EXPERT in gold and silver testing. I did...