It's one thing to correct someone if they truly don't know what they have. Be it they asked too little, or shot way over the top. I know many here aren't out to snake people, but rather lend some education and help. Mo - the guy who said he has over 300 drums, etc etc sounds like the kind of guy that bullies people into lowering a price. Comes off with a " I know and you don't " vibe. Those are who I lovingly refer to as snakes in the grass.

Good case in point. Some time back there was a 1950's Rogers kit. Three drums, all together the price was around $900. The bass drum had numerous extra holes and had cracks that you could see through. The toms were just as bad. I wanted the drums as a project and offered $150 for all, and even went into the details of what work needed to be done. Wasn't rude, just being straight forward. Saw recently that the drums finally sold for about $40 a piece. In the end all they got was what I offered, but not from me ( no worries on my end )

True; I've paid more than the asking price on a kit before because I didn't want to take advantage of the seller. And I don't begrudge anyone trying to get the best deal possible and shooting low-ball offers. My opinion is that anyone in business should be trying to at least double their money in order to stay in business.

Sounds like you handle deals in the right way. Common courtesy goes a long way.

Or the drums are worth asking price and you Pay the piper

I have a Premier kit that was my first pro-level kit. I know it wouldn't sell for more than $300 but it amazes me that people will post the exact same kit for $1k without a clue of the market.