Since Ralph Cook isn’t making his fine whistles anymore, could they become “collector’s items?”
Sure, if you like. I have a low D/low E set.
Make me an offer! 
On second thought…nevermind. I couldn’t let go of the Low E.
Sorry. I guess I’m going to “collect” them, instead.
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Jeff Gitchel
jeff@trainorphans.org
trainorphans.org
[ This Message was edited by: gitchel on 2001-09-05 13:32 ]
Collecting’s a funny thing; I collect custom knives. You’d think that a maker who, for example, died some time ago after making only a few (even high quality)pieces, would leave a highly collectible legacy. However, that does not appear to be the case. First, collectibility is enhanced by there being enough pieces around to create sort of a stir and wide interest. Second, a maker still being around also seems to often add to collectibility. Go figure. I just collect what I’m interested in and what I like and consider any later accrued worth gravy.
I’ve decided to start a non-profit agency, The Ralph Cook Whistle Disposal Foundation. We are officially declaring the Cook whistles to NOT be a collector’s item and will be accepting all of your whistles for proper disposal. The address is:
The Ralph Cook Whistle Disposal Foundation PO Box RU4REAL Perris, California