by markm7600 » Fri Jun 29, 2018 9:19 pm
My experience with the group has been quite different. Several years ago, I reached out to the group in search of a key for a Mills machine that I purchased at a garage sale. The machine had been restored by the late John Josefy (apologize if I've mis-spelled his name), and it had some sentimental value to me as John had been gracious enough to help me restore the first Pace slot that I had purchased from a gentleman in Grand Junction (Bill Huber?). Name dropping aside, two members stopped by my house in CO with a bunch of keys to see if any of them would fit. Unfortunately, they didn't, but I was very grateful for their efforts! Recently (three weeks) I pursued a Mills Bonus machine that was listed for sale on the forum. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed out visit with the member, and got a great deal on the Mills - and have been playing the heck out of it. I casually mentioned that we were looking for $1 Jennings to add to our meager collection - and he's put two in front of me in the last week! No pressure, and fair prices!
I've had great experiences with the members of the forum - I hope yours get better!