If you want it, you can expect to pay what the board is worth in the global marketplace for such goods, not what you think it is worth to you. Anyone who is selling premium go equipment on eBay, anyone who knows what they are doing, will be completely aware of the true market value of their goods. I do not think you are going to see any bargains in this micro-niche of the already tiny go marketplace. And the marketplace has changed significantly since I bought my last set of bowls or stones from folks who were downsizing. ![]() Myself, I have had excellent results buying used go equipment on eBay over the years but I have not tried to buy something so dear as a genuine kaya floor board. Unless, of course, you have the time and cash to spare. If the seller is not a reputable used go equipment dealer with an absolutely airtight reputation for accurately depicting their wares, there's no reason for you to be the guy (or possible sucker) who tries them out. Thanks.Īs curve says, "buy the seller' is the best advice for eBay. I guess what I am asking is has anyone had a good experience buying a hon-kaya board used online and getting what was advertised? If it seems like too much hassle and risk, I may just end up buying new, but wanted to hear some opinions. I'd be willing to go for one of these provided they are really kaya. For a goban that would cost around $1500k-$3000k, I am seeing similar speced vintage hon-kaya boards selling on ebay for around $700-$1000. In the past I have purchased stones and bowls from kurokgoishi and they are outstanding, but their supply right now is limited and their prices are very high. Does anyone have experience buying a used hon-kaya board or have other places to perhaps purchase one brand new? Other than the word of the seller, there really is no way to tell. I am sure there are instances where there are boards passed off as hon-kaya when they truly aren't. I was wondering if anyone had experience buying vintage hon-kaya gobans on ebay. The prices for hon-kaya go boards with legs varies quite a bit between suppliers. I know there are various other species of wood that look similar like shin-kaya for example. I could be wrong though and YMMV.I a looking to buy a hon (real) kaya goban online. Lastly, while there is not certification (or reputation like kurokigoishi) for this goban, i believe it to be hon kaya based on the photos, date of crafting, and reputation of seller. So if you do your homework, you may be able to find a great deal. ![]() ![]() Word of warning: whule I had a pleasant experience with Buyee, others have not. Also the seller was selling other go equipment that were labeled as non kaya and had over 80 sales and 100% feedback.Īnyways, here are some photos of the board along with my already owned stones and keyaki bowls. Seller claimed the board was crafted 30 years ago and left in storage. What attracted me to the board I got was that it is described as hon kaya, crafted in Japan with tachimori (sword and lacquer drawn lines) and in like new condition. After the cost of 3 day shipping via fedex at $130, and Buyee fees which only amounted to $10, i was able to save a few hundred dollars going through Buyee. One seller located in japan was selling their board in ebay for $1000 (with free shipping from Japan) and the same board in Mercari (via Buyee) for 60,000 yen or about $590 plus s+h. After browsing eBay and Buyee for about a week, i narrowed down my choice to a few gobans on both websites. It did not have to be new but at least in good condition.Īs much as I wanted to buy new from a site like Kuroki (I bought the stones and bowls from there in the photos below over a decade ago) their selection seemed limited and what was available in hon kaya was prohibitively expensive.Īs part of that thread, /u/goperson and /u/Soromon suggested a website called Buyee which is like an ebay exclusive to Japanese citizens that allows foreigners to buy through Buyee as an intermediary. ![]() I created The post below a few weeks back about a way to obtain a hon-kaya (real kaya) goban for a reasonable rate.
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