How did Chum's purchase of the samurai swords impact Rick?

Rick was concerned about the purchase.

What was the outcome of Mike's assessment of the samurai swords?

Mike noted authenticity of one sword.

Chum negotiated the price down to $1,000.

The bones were identified as a complete prehistoric animal hand.

The dress and records turned out to be valuable.

Chum's impulsive purchase of three samurai swords and a Western Express Kitty ride raises concerns among others, leading to a need for expert evaluation to determine their authenticity and potential value.
The presence of forgeries in valuable items like swords highlights the importance of thorough examination and verification, emphasizing the need to be cautious and knowledgeable when dealing with high-value collectibles and antiques.

How did Chum's purchase of the samurai swords impact Rick?
Rick was concerned about the purchase.
What was the outcome of Mike's assessment of the samurai swords?
Mike noted authenticity of one sword.
How did Chum demonstrate his negotiation skills with the purchase of the Western Express Kitty ride?
Chum negotiated the price down to $1,000.
What was the outcome of the examination of the fossilized bones brought into the shop?
The bones were identified as a complete prehistoric animal hand.
How did Chum's gamble on the Vietnam War era stewardess dress and Black Sabbath records pay off?
The dress and records turned out to be valuable.

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Chum bought three samurai swords for under $5,000 without consulting anyone, causing concern from Rick.
Rick calls in an expert, Mike, to assess the swords and determine their value.
Chum's purchase of the swords was a rushed decision, with the seller in a hurry to leave for a barbecue.
Mike inspects the swords, noting that one has a signature and hasn't had its handle removed in a long time, indicating authenticity.
Chum also bought a Western Express Kitty ride for $1,000, aiming to restore it for potential profit.
The seller of the Kitty ride initially wanted $5,000 but agreed to sell it for $1,000 after negotiation.
Chum impresses Rick with his negotiation skills on the Kitty ride purchase, showing potential for profit.
A woman brings in fossilized bones, claiming they are dinosaur bones, and sells them to the shop for $1,000.
Rick and Chum are unsure of the bones' authenticity but take a gamble on them potentially being valuable.
After examination, the bones are identified as a complete hand of a prehistoric animal, potentially worth $5,000.

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Tang of swords should be checked for signatures of famous swordsmiths like Naganobu.
Naganobu is a well-known swordsmith, making the sword valuable.
The blade is in good condition with only a small nick, making it a decent sword.
The sword is considered a dagger due to its short length but still qualifies as a sword.
The sword is held together by a bamboo peg and is signed, dating back to the late 14th to early 15th century.
The sword is signed by Soju Akihiro, a famous Japanese sword maker, but the signature is a forgery.
Forgeries of famous sword makers were common, with the set of three swords being worth around $113,000.
A bronze bust of Michelangelo's Madonna is valued at $80,000 but can be negotiated down to $25,000.
The bronze bust is a reproduction of Michelangelo's original work, with a secondary market value of around $35,000.
Chum gambles on a Vietnam War era stewardess dress and Black Sabbath records, which turn out to be valuable, with the records worth $1,200 and the dress also valuable due to its patches.

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The seller is looking to sell Booker T wrestling boots, a five-time champion, without paperwork from a charity auction, willing to accept $3,000 for them.
Rick and Chum travel to Texas to authenticate the boots with WWE Champion Booker T, confirming their authenticity from the King Booker era in 2006.
Booker T confirms the boots were from a charity auction during Hurricane Harvey, praising the purchase and acknowledging the good outcome of the auction.