The Hunt for Hidden Treasures: From Boats to Guns

🚤The 1958 Sea Flight Glass Tron boat is a rare find with a design inspired by the 1957 Chevy.

💰The boat owner's asking price of $10,500 is too high due to the boat's condition and missing original parts.

📜The Hudson Bay Gorget, a 1700s trade piece, is valued at around $1,500 due to its historical significance.

🔫The double barrel rotating cap'n ball guns are a combination of older and newer parts, and are valued at $750 each.

👔Elvis Presley's signed contract from 1955 is a valuable collectible for fans, but its worth depends on authenticity and demand.

What makes the 1958 Sea Flight Glass Tron boat special?

—The boat's unique design resembling the 1957 Chevy and its rarity make it a sought-after vintage item.

Why is the boat owner's asking price too high?

—The boat's condition, missing original parts, and market value contribute to the higher price not being feasible.

What is the historical significance of the Hudson Bay Gorget?

—The Hudson Bay Gorget was a trade piece in the 1700s, reflecting the importance of trade with Native Americans at the time.

Why are the double barrel rotating cap'n ball guns valued at $750 each?

—Although the guns have historical elements, the presence of newer parts and the overall condition lead to a lower appraisal.

What determines the value of Elvis Presley's signed contract?

—Authenticity, condition, and demand among collectors play a significant role in determining the value of the signed contract.

00:00Rick and Chum explore a vintage boat, the 1958 Sea Flight Glass Tron, inspired by the 1957 Chevy.

02:45The boat's owner hopes to sell it for $10,500, but the pawn shop declines due to the boat's condition and missing parts.

05:28A customer brings in a Hudson Bay Gorget, a trade piece from the 1700s, hoping to sell it for $100,000.

07:59The pawn shop appraises the Hudson Bay Gorget at around $1,500 due to its historical significance.

10:55A collector brings in double barrel rotating cap'n ball guns, estimated to be from the 1830s or 1840s.

11:28The guns are valued at $750 each due to the presence of older and newer parts.

12:00A seller presents Elvis Presley's signed contract from 1955, which needs further evaluation to determine its value.