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Tom Photiou
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posted March 02, 2019 06:19 AM

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Ebay is fine but ideally you would need decent screenshots otherwise you not likely to get the max. Personally, i no longer buy from anyone on there without screenshots unless its very cheap and worth a gamble. With the amount of items Phil has it would take him forever [Wink]

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Lee Mannering
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posted March 02, 2019 07:39 AM

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My own experiences I will keep private but over the years I have helped that business with boxes of personally checked stock all good at very low cost to help them also delivering some distance free. End.

Back in the day I did a few good turns for Derek and he used to pop me a little something in the post. David over here was also similar when I would make the trip to do his advertising film fair photo God bless them. In fact I would put David and Derek in the category of professional business men.

The scene has changed a great deal now and we cling to the UK Blackpool event which is getting better and better. I urge all to attend this very social event.

I visited Derek Simmonds grave this week and popped some flowers on from this 8mm Forum remembering his enthusiasm for 8mm.

Always remember the good times folks

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David Skillern
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posted March 02, 2019 09:40 AM

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Maybe Phil should shut on Saturdays - have a day of rest. If he wants he could do what Paul Foster used to do and open an online shop, for his older stock items that don't move and sell them at a slightly reduced rate - he might shift some more stock which would free up space for more lucrative items - just a thought. Also - are these posts going to be seen by Phil - or shall we post them at CHC ?

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Lee Mannering
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posted March 02, 2019 10:23 AM

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There was talk of a film fair on the east coast but never happened. I went over to look for venues but concluded most traders we in the north west.

Not sure where we're up to with the business sale since the for sale sign went up some time ago when I was 8mm filming over there. Anyway as always best wishes to anyone endorsing super 8 globally.

Call me old fashioned but when my custumers come over the door they are welcomed with drinks and cake. Dear Dave Guest wad the same it makes for a very healthy scene.

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Joe Caruso
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posted March 02, 2019 11:01 AM

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I would like to see the list with highlighted new entries, as well as the old - Stay well, Phil - Cheers - Shorty

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Osi Osgood
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posted March 02, 2019 11:19 AM

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I have never had any problems with Phil's service! Always top notch!

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Dave Groves
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posted March 02, 2019 12:24 PM

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This is a difficult one to answer because the product being sold is a niche commodity with a limited number of possible customers who, in many cases, are looking for specific items. I’d open the shop one Saturday monthly, first or last for continuity. Everything now is online and brings in a worldwide consumer, so, gradually shift to an online shop while maintaining local sales. Nearer the retirement date have a closing down shop sale but maintain online sales. Then, when desired have a great online sale. Sell what’s left at Blackpool at much reduced or make an offer price. There is one problem here. It will take time and effort to maintain both shop and online sales.

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Leon Norris
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posted March 02, 2019 12:43 PM

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Well I hope to get to see and meet Phil and the shop of goodies! Before he retires! That would be great!

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David Watson
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posted March 02, 2019 12:51 PM

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I have purchased films new and second hand from Phil at CHC for many years and always been pleased with the films and with Phils customer service He's always been friendly and generous to me, but Phil will tell you himself he.s a blunt upfront sort who doesn't suffer fools gladly, who does?! and calls a spade a spade. I also tried to go to his open days when I can they are always enjoyable. I know Phil has put out a lot of money over the years to get new releases out and no he doesn't makes pots of money out of it,He's first a collector like us and a dealer second. I for one will be sorry to see his shop finish and only hope if he does, he keeps going with the internet and mail order. There's seem to be a few who knock him, but I hope he knows there's lot more who appreciate and like him, his efforts and his Classic Home Cinema Business.

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Jose Artiles
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posted March 02, 2019 06:03 PM

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Theres an important thing that is needed and is the option to pay by paypal worldwide and not only to the USA costumers. I know a lot of collectors in europe that are not comfortable giving the card number to a email server with zero security as the chc mail has been hacked a couple of time. The use of paypal will increase the sales from europe for sure.

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Simon McConway
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posted March 04, 2019 06:59 AM

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I have made many purchases from Classic, all without issue. Phil has always answered emails without delay and is always exceptionally polite on the phone. Around 20 years ago, I lived near Phil so would often call in. I was always given a warm welcome.

I would list the new titles as normal and if not sold by a certain date (mentioned on the list) put them on ebay.

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Dominique De Bast
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posted March 04, 2019 07:36 AM

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Tom, on the site, there is a page with a selection of new releases but no details at all : no lenght, no price. Maybe a little more informations could increase the sales ?

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Clive Casey
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posted March 04, 2019 09:02 AM

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I have only known Phil for a couple of years, but I've always found both him and his wife to be a beacon of light for the film buff. It will be a sad day when he retires, but as none of us are getting any younger, I wish him all the best for when he does retire. Maybe a few guys from here should get together and buy the shop and its stock. I have only been to one of his open days, but what a fantastic weekend. You can't blame him for wanting to cut back on his work load, I also think that all Forum members, should get behind him and give him all the support we can. I am going over to his shop next week, and I'm sure a warm welcome and a brew will be waiting. Long live C.H.C.
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Dominique De Bast
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posted March 04, 2019 01:10 PM

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Clive, could you, please, take some pictures and post them here ? [Smile]

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Maurice Leakey
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posted March 14, 2019 10:55 AM

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I find Phil's listing on his website to be a difficult read as all the films are in capitals.

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Brian Fretwell
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posted March 14, 2019 02:34 PM

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The Capitals are off putting to me too and the fact there is no blank line under each title, the titles on the pages seem to run together.

I think he has trouble with the authoring software for the website lists. There are broken lines and titles starting in th emiddle of the line. One page is still showing a line "Double click to insert new title here" at the end of the list.

But thank goodness it isn't also white text on a black background like Independent 8, that with block capitals would be unreadable to me.

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Dominique De Bast
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posted March 20, 2019 11:59 AM

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Clive kindly sent me his pictures for all members to enjoy.

Three more pictures to come.

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Leon Norris
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posted March 20, 2019 12:07 PM

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WOW! Nice pictures a collectors Dream! I could spend all day there!

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Dominique De Bast
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posted March 20, 2019 12:11 PM

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Clive Casey
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posted March 20, 2019 12:19 PM

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Thanks for posting the pics Dom.
Best wishes, Clive

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Dominique De Bast
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posted March 20, 2019 12:26 PM

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Great pictures, Clive. Thanks for sharing them.

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Leon Norris
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posted March 20, 2019 12:37 PM

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And thanks from me nice pictures!

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Brian Fretwell
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posted March 21, 2019 03:13 AM

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Spend all day there!!!! When the August event is on a lot of us spend a day and a half there!

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Osi Osgood
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posted March 22, 2019 11:51 AM

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WOW!!

I have never actually seen CHC's store front and having seen all those photo's, I feel like I had actually been there, (but would still LOVE to see in person!!).

Many thanks for that upload!

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Mark Silvester
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posted March 26, 2019 06:18 AM

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Hi all

Hi all

I dont post very often but feel I would like to show support to Phil Sheard. It seems this hobby has been personally carried forward in its truest sense by Phil.
Actually, his shop is about half a mile down the road from where I am typing this message.

Phil has over the years shown true commitment to this hobby and I know from personally knowing him put all his own resources into furthering it way back and continues to do so. When someone puts their money where their mouth is then it says it all.

Its been my privilege of knowing all the dealers personally and like most I view Phil like i did my friend Derek Simmonds the best in the business.

To be honest I knew all the other dealers - and 16mm people - and apart from Phil, Derann and Paul Foster and Independent 8..and Ian O'Reilly.I do not rate any of the others - as I personally know a lot more than i can post here about others..oh yes.

So I hope he gets support - he gets his critics but has done far more than anyone else [Smile]

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