Even though I focus on records in this disclaimer, it basically applies to everything I am selling:I bought my first record in 1958: The Coasters Charlie Brown. I brought it to show and tell in second grade. I was hooked and throughout the 8-track, cassette and CD years, I never stopped buying records.I ve always taken care of MY records not all the records I have NOW originated with me in the 80s people dumped collections on me - although many have . I didn t bring my records to college because I didn t want beer spilled on them or a drunk carelessly scratching the tonearm across the surface. Instead I recorded them and brought my reel-to-reel.First I worked in radio, then TV and finally as a communication professor for 36 years. After I retired, I began helping a friend in his brick and mortar record store in Rock Island, IL.I still love my records but I am finally beginning to realize I can t take them with me although I d like to . So I am beginning to thin my herd.I understand? Goldmine grading, but it is not an exact science. So in addition to the pictures of the records I put up, I will try to put up a representative sound clip. I am not trying to fool anyone, rip anyone off etc., etc. and I want to maintain solid rating on Ebay. Please ask questions and let me know if you have any concerns.