IMPORTANT REMINDER !!!

[SMASH]

Time to update your list of serial numbers.

You know that paperwork you keep with serial numbers, descriptions and pics of your gear? The one kept in a safe place seperate from said gear?

Yep, you probably have bought and sold a few pieces since the last time you updated it (probably a few weeks after the last time you were ripped off, right? ... human nature eh?), so set aside some time this week to bring it up to date.

 

[HeavyDuty]

Great advice!

 

[Ian Perge]

Good call SMASH! Although I'm not a "buy-sell-buy" type I have all my serial numbers and important info collected in a single place, and backed up on my PC.

Also something I like to do today or tomorrow: change batteries in batches, making sure to mark the date on the case with a Sharpie.

 

[tplyons]

I shall do that. Thanks for the heads up!

 

[cb56]

+1 what else do I have to do while I'm waiting for Bears/vikings

 

[X Wolf]

Thank You so much for the reminder! I was going to do that a while back and I just forgot about it, doing it every New Year is a great way to remember.


George

 

[Kelly Lee]

Thanks for the reminder. I have been meaning to update for awhile now.

 

[Chunk-O-Funk]

One of those things I've always meant to do.

Thanks Smash, I got it started today. I will just have to take all the pic's.

Here is a little tip, besides the list I made that I will keep with my receipts I am going to keep a copy on my computer and a copy of the list and pics on a cd. Ya never know, ya know.

Plus for all those folks that might have a copy of Microsoft Works there are some templates all set up to do different types of list. They are easy to modify and you can add a column where you can place a value. It will automatically total that column.

 

[The Mule]

Great advice! Thanx!

 

[Beav]

Great reminder!

 

[_christian_]

Good call SMASH! Although I'm not a "buy-sell-buy" type I have all my serial numbers and important info collected in a single place, and backed up on my PC.

I've never made this list...

Serial #'s, pics, what else should be included?

 

[tomfouts]

what is this list you guys are talking about? Should every bassist do it? What is its importance?

 

[JoshB]

what is this list you guys are talking about? Should every bassist do it? What is its importance?

it's a list of all your gear including all the serial numbers, physical descriptions and pictures if you can

it comes in handy if, God forbid, your gear gets stolen.

On another note, I have to say thanks too Smash...I needed the reminder

 

[tomfouts]

so just like a list on a paper in your room somewhere? Or is it some internet thing?

yes, i know im a n00b

 

[embellisher]

It's best to have two copies, and keep them in separate places.

I have an electronic copy on my work laptop, and my home PC.

I also have a hard copy in my file drawer at work.

 

[Sippy]

Wow Smash Good call!!! but what if you own an SX and the serial number is just a sticker on the back of the headstock?! lol.. I need to get it burned into the headstock or something..

 

[Johnny Mac]

Where would you find the serial number? I can't seem to find one on my Washburn.

 

[Sippy]

look on the neck plate, back of the headstock or front of the headstock.

 

[Dkerwood]

Where would you find the serial number? I can't seem to find one on my Washburn.

If you're instrument doesn't have a serial number (a number of mine don't), you need to have something that uniquely identifies it. If you have a bolt on neck, consider etching a number or your name in that joint. Etching it on the bottom of the bridge or something is also a good idea. Maybe under a pickguard or a thumbrest or a pickup cover? Just somewhere so that you can point it out and say, "See? That's mine!"

TRUST ME, you don't want to be in a situation where you need a serial # and don't have it. Cuz then you'll find your axe in a pawn shop six years later and be unable to prove that it's yours. Nothing worse than seeing your baby sitting, OVERPRICED, in a pawn shop window and not being able to do anything about it...

 

[FriscoBassAce]

If anyone's interested, I've got an Excel spreadsheet that is really cool for listing all of your gear. It has fields for Description, Manufacturer, Model Number, Serial Number, Date Purchased, Place Purchased, Price Paid, Estimated Value, and a place for Notes.

If you're interested, PM me with your email addy and I'll send a copy to you.


Wayne
FBA