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By Drew Pritchard\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Saturday, 09 July 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Salvage Hunters presenter and antiques dealer Drew Pritchard tells the fantastic and fascinating stories of life antiques hunting. To help you on your own hunt for an amazing find, Drew shares his top tips for unearthing exciting antiques<\/a> and creating a fruitful relationship with your local dealer\u2026<\/p>\n

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Tip 1: Everyone should be a winner<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Make sure the antique dealer can walk away with a profit too and don\u2019t try to haggle them into the ground. Ideally you should try to build a longer-term relationship so you can come back again and again.<\/p>\n

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Tip 2: Avoid fakes<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

When you buy, ensure that the dealer writes the full description including the provenance of the item with any known dates. That way you know exactly what you\u2019re buying and if it\u2019s authentic. Plus, you can walk away with a strong degree of confidence about what you\u2019ve bought.<\/p>\n

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Tip 3: Buy complete sets<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Make sure you buy complete items \u2013 avoid buying part of a set thinking you can buy another part or piece at another time, elsewhere. There\u2019s no guarantee you\u2019ll complete the set. Antique parts are very hard to find.<\/p>\n

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Tip 4: Know your salvage dealer<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

If your budget is limited, you\u2019ll often be able to buy unrestored stock cheaply if you\u2019re on the ball and can act fast. Many dealers have quick stock turnover. Give them a call every now and then to see what they have. Be prepared to buy it there and then and take it as it is. You can undertake the restoration under your own steam.<\/p>\n

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Tip 5: Take a big car or 4\u00d74<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Whenever you go to a salvage yard<\/a> or antique shop<\/a>, make sure you arrive with suitable transport to take away any prospective bargains. It\u2019s also a good idea to take a friend along with you \u2013 just in case you find a bulky item that you want to buy straightaway. If you can avoid a delivery cost, you will get the best price.<\/p>\n

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