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PM sent.

I've been thinking about my numbering system. It'll vary some but I am going to say something like, "Number 49 of the first 500 books sold personally by the author to (your name)". Any suggestions on how to improve on this would be greatly appreciated. David

Yeah you can't really be numbering a book #1899 if only 500 were printed. That's been the point I was trying to gently break to you. #1-500 the way I see it.

I've been told I'm simple and clearly don't understand things before.

#499 to saddlering in lou of #1899 check went out on Fri.

FB2, Maybe I should number it number 1899 of 2000 even though it will be in the first 500 then skip that number if I should be so lucky to sell that many books personally. The same thing would apply to 1895 or any other number in excess of 500. I could give it the actual number then add 1895, 1899, etc. but that would defeat the purpose of numbering it 1899. Unfortunately I can't afford to buy 2000 books. I'm hoping to raise enough money for 500 by March.
saddlering, I'll PM you when your check comes.
I've been thinking about the wording in last night's post. I think it would sound better if I said. "Book number 49 (or whatever) of the first 500 sold personally by the author. Number 49 went to (your name)." Then of course followed by my signature. Thanks Fireball2 for your input. Any more input would be greatly appreciated.
David

David, for those of use that were lucky enough to have reserved one of the numbers of calibers produced by Savage could you write something like:

Book number 375 of the first 500 sold personally by the author. Number 375 was personally assigned and shipped to “Name”in honor of the “xxx” caliber produced by Savage.

Outstanding. I'd love #358 and 375 if Keith doesn't want them! but I'm easy.

I'll take whatever is in line next. As Roy said "I'm easy"


Thanks,
Steve

Remember John Hoeck Tendoy. Pre paid a while back # 88 please. Thanks.

The calibers taken are: 308, 219 (I know), 25 for 25-35, 358, 375, 22, 250, 303, 300 and 284. That leaves 32, 38, 243, and 410. 22 and 7 are taken so I can't do anything with 22-250 or 7mm-08. Steve, how about 32 for 32-40 or 243?
FB2, 358 and 375 are taken.
Keith, I'll do what you suggested with the caliber #'s and add at the end after ...produced by Savage "... in the Model 99.
Angus, I got your check and deposited but didn't PM you because I didn't put your real name together with "Angus". You're covered now with #88.
David

PM sent.

Are you saving a copy for your Pinedale neighbor, Larry Root?

David, sounds great to me

thanks Plab

Just whatever for ol Fireball.

How about "Pay to the order of (Purchasers Name), (Book Number) dollars" and then (Authors Name)



Dale

If he's the Larry I'm thinking of I haven't seen him in a while. I never knew his last name. Seems like he told me he'd sold all his Savage 99's.
I'll have to think of something special for you, Fireball.

David, not at all bud, just super happy to have your knowledge in the book! Sure we're buying them, but you earned it and we're all happy you did put it together.

I pre-ordered one on Amazon.

$$$ headed your way for mine David.

dave

Thanks guys. I am planning to do book signings at the following collectors gun shows in 2016:
May 7 and 8. Ohio Gun Collectors Association show, Roberts Center, Wilmington, Oh
May 21 and 22. Colorado Gun Collectors Association show, Denver Mart, Denver
May 28 and 29, Wyoming Weapons Collectors Gun Show, Fremont Center, Lander, Wy
July 29 - 31, Missouri Valley Arms Collectors Association show, KCI Expo Center, Kansas City, Mo.
October 8 and 9, Utah Gun Collectors Association, Weber County Fairgrounds, Ogden, Ut
December 17 and 18, South Carolina Arms Collectors Association, TD Convention Center, Greenville, S.C.
This is a tentative list. I may add others later.
I'll sign books at these shows that people bought elsewhere but they won't be numbered. Quite a few gun show book dealers will be selling my book.
David