The Valenti Megathread Part IV

[BrandonBass86]

The problem is that you're the only person who knows the bass was stolen. The pawn shop doesn't and neither do the Oklahoma cops. As unfair as it is to you, that's the issue.

Do you have a copy of a police report you filed when the bass was stolen from you, with pix and serial number? That would at least establish your loss.

The pawn shop and police both know it was stolen. The bass is on hold by the police at the pawn shop. The police were notified a month ago when it turned up. I have talked to the police, courts, detectives and the pawn shop themselves. They won't do anything because they can't charge anyone, since the guy who pawned it is clean and not the thief. It has changed hands several times before it was pawned. I need a court order saying it's mine but the court won't issue one without charging someone, which they can't do.

 

[pedroims]

Got Valenti #202 today and all I can say is WOW! Looks and plays better than I could have ever imagined. It's just absolutely exquisite! Took a break from playing to snap a few iPhone pics. I did use a filter to give a better idea of some of the figuring that is hard to capture. Thank you, Nino!!!

Wow, I want a copy of this baby, beatiful bass

 

[pjbassist]

I am curious what the pawn shop is asking? I wouldn't think they even know what a Valenti is? I agree with Chef, buy it back and pursue legal action to get your $$ back. At least then you'd have the bass.

 

[Altitude]

The pawn shop and police both know it was stolen. The bass is on hold by the police at the pawn shop. The police were notified a month ago when it turned up. I have talked to the police, courts, detectives and the pawn shop themselves. They won't do anything because they can't charge anyone, since the guy who pawned it is clean and not the thief. It has changed hands several times before it was pawned. I need a court order saying it's mine but the court won't issue one without charging someone, which they can't do.

I see. Well, at least nobody else is going to end up with it. I bet it works out for you, if maybe not so quickly as you want it to.

There must be an established procedure in situations like this. I imagine stolen merchandise shows up at pawn shops all the time, where the person pawning it is not the person who stole it.

Best luck.

 

[Chef]

If anyone wants info on how to contribute to Brandon buying his bass back, pm me.

 

[John D Harris]

If anyone wants info on how to contribute to Brandon buying his bass back, pm me.

Where's Santa when you need him?
Great idea!
Wish I had some spare $$ I could contribute.
[Chef - Might be a good idea to start a new thread just for this - might catch more traffic.]

 

[BrandonBass86]

If anyone wants info on how to contribute to Brandon buying his bass back, pm me.

I appreciate your help, Chef! Thank you so much!

B

 

[BrandonBass86]

I am curious what the pawn shop is asking? I wouldn't think they even know what a Valenti is? I agree with Chef, buy it back and pursue legal action to get your $$ back. At least then you'd have the bass.

I talked to the pawn shop today and they were asking $1,500 for it before it was put on hold by the police. I asked him to give it to me for whatever he paid for it, which was $1,050. A few people (friends, family, acquaintances) have contributed so once I have the funds I'm going to go buy it back. Thanks y'all for the advice and support!

Brandon

 

[Mr. Majestic]

If anyone wants info on how to contribute to Brandon buying his bass back, pm me.

Sign me up, Chef.

 

[Chef]

bump
anyone else who wants info on how to help Brandon, pm me.

 

[pbass6811]

I talked to the pawn shop today and they were asking $1,500 for it before it was put on hold by the police. I asked him to give it to me for whatever he paid for it, which was $1,050. A few people (friends, family, acquaintances) have contributed so once I have the funds I'm going to go buy it back. Thanks y'all for the advice and support!

Brandon

Hey. Did you get your bass back?

 

[BrandonBass86]

I haven't had a chance to get up to OKC yet to pick it up because of a death of a close friend. However, I am getting it back!! Thanks for asking

 

[Chef]

I saw all that on the FB. I'm really sorry for your loss...

 

[Wayfarer]

I haven't had a chance to get up to OKC yet to pick it up because of a death of a close friend. However, I am getting it back!! Thanks for asking

Glad to hear you will be getting it back, man!

You guys have been through a lot recently. Wishing you and the rest of the BA guys the best of luck.

 

[pbass6811]

#197 back in the wild!!!

 

[noahw1]

Looking good, #197! I own 198 so these basses were in Nino's "nursery" together.

 

[pbass6811]

Well, looks like all my parts are in. Should be pretty soon, now...

 

[BrandonBass86]

After it was stolen almost 2 1/2 years ago, I have gotten my bass back!! Thanks to the Talkbass community for all your support in helping me get it back!

 

[Chef]

Brandon, that's great.
I hope the karma dog finds the thief someday.

 

[Bassworship1]

That has to be one of the most stunning tops I've ever seen on a bass. I bet it plays as good as she looks to?

Got Valenti #202 today and all I can say is WOW! Looks and plays better than I could have ever imagined. It's just absolutely exquisite! Took a break from playing to snap a few iPhone pics. I did use a filter to give a better idea of some of the figuring that is hard to capture. Thank you, Nino!!!