I'm really disappointed.

In light of the recently posted screenshots and trailer of the Italian restoration that fail to put to rest this revisionist color controversy, I think it's more important than ever to acquire an IB tech print.

I've been buying and sell online (ranging from a few bucks to a few thousand bucks) for nearly 15 years and one thing I've learned is that, as a seller, you really need to respect the wishes of any prospective buyers and provide them with sufficient info to know what they're buying and ultimately feel comfortable with the transaction. Especially when the purchase price is in the hundreds to thousands. In my experience, if a seller is not forthcoming that's a big red flag and you're likely to be disappointed at the end.

Poita had posted a WTB thread in another forum and I guess the seller responded that he could broker the deal for an IB tech print of the Italian cut. The emphasis, in terms of what Poita was looking for, was on the print having good colors. Based on the pics provided that seems to be the case. Not surprising I guess given its an IB tech print. What would be more reassuring is to have more info on the overall condition but that's where we've been hitting a roadblock. Since the seller is not the owner he hasn't been successful in fulfilling my request. The "old man" owner can't be bothered. Well, if you want someone to shell out $1600 I believe you have to make an effort.

Anyways, if anyone here is willing and able to help facilitate this deal, whether it's an Italian member who can verify it's an IB tech print of good quality or even communicate more effectively with the seller, please let me know. I'm still willing follow through with this transaction. After all, opportunities like this don't come around every day. Let me know!