[Brian Casey]

Thanks, Ken. That's exactly the kind of perspective I was hoping to get.

I had been told by pro who has a couple basses I'm looking at to sell the Chrissy as soon as I could - once I got a better bass, of course - because the resale value would drop quickly. I wasn't sure if I agreed, but mostly because these basses get pretty good reviews and this particular instrument has received high praise from other players and musicians.

I think I'll likely keep it as long as it makes sense. I also have the option to trade it in to the dealer I bought it (used) from at what I paid for it, minus any specific wear issues. It's still in fine shape and the last time he saw it, he said it would garner what I paid for it two years ago.

I hope to be posting pic's of my new (older) German.Czech bass pretty soon to hopefully get your feedback on what it might be. I'm looking at several right now and waiting to see more in the next week or two.

Thanks again,

Brian