On Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:23:45 -0800, "Capt. JG"
wrote:

This assumes a used one is worth the same as a new one. It could have lost
value because it's used, or it could have increased in value because it was
used by the famous Vic of RBC :-) But, until you sell it, it can't be
considered a loss or a gain.

Thought I didn't mention loss or gain, can't argue with that.
You hit the nail squarely.


"Joe" wrote in message
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On Nov 26, 5:30 pm, Vic Smith wrote:
If I buy a good fid for $10, but haven't used it after 3 years, and
the same fid now costs $8, is mine still worth $10?
Think before you answer.
Might be a trick question.
Leave the straw in the hayloft.

--Vic

If it's the same it's worth 8

Joe