Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction
Presented by Quiksilver Premium
Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction launches this July
Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 10 June, 2009 : - -
Honolulu -- The vault of surf collectibles for the Hawaiian Islands
Vintage Surf Auction, presented by Quiksilver Premium is ready for
auction. A stunning collection has been amassed, and is set to go
under the hammer at the Blaisdell Center, Honolulu, on July 17 &
18, 2009.
Event producer Randy Rarick has been tracking down leads from
as far away as Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; the Gold Coast of Australia; the
shores of Lima, Peru; the coasts of the Americas; and, of course, right
here in his backyard of the Hawaiian Islands.
Beyond wood surfboards from the early 20th century, Rarick has
uncovered hollow Blake paddleboards from the '30s, laminated wood
boards of the '40s, classic balsas from the '50s, North Shore guns of
the '60s, and pro boards from the '70s and '80s. New items continue to
flow in.
"The response to the call for consignment items has been phenomenal", noted Rarick.
One of the best collections has come from none other than James
Arness of 'Marshall Dillon' fame from the "Gunsmoke" TV series of the
'60s. The father of 1970 World Surfing Champion Rolf Arness, James and
his family spent winters on the west side at Makaha for close to a
decade.
The list of items from the Arness collection includes a 1940's
Pete Peterson paddleboard; a 1950 Bob Simmons balsa board; a 13-foot
Surfboards Hawaii Dick Brewer Makaha Point gun from the early '60s; and
a 12-foot version of son Rolf's Bing Maui Foil. There's also a studio
artist rendition of Fred Hemmings' famous ride from the Don James photo
at the Makaha Bowl.
"To say the least, these five items alone could make up the
auction itself, yet they represent only five per cent of the total
items that will be up for bid," said Rarick. Surf decals, posters, art
work, and a variety of printed material dating from the missionary era
right up to the heyday golden '60s will be available.
A fun grouping of silent auction items will also be available
offering low priced deals in addition to the high-end quality items.
Last Call for Consignment Items:
Auction staff are still on the hunt for consignment items.
Ninety per cent of the sale price of items will go back to the owners.
The remaining 10% will be allocated to the auction's beneficiaries that
include: the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation; the Surfrider
Foundation; and the Surfing Heritage Foundation. So, if you have any
old surf treasures in the attic, under your house or stashed away in
the garage, pull them out and see if they're worth consigning to the
auction and a good cause. This is the last call for consignment items.
The
final list of items selected from those submitted will be announced
mid-May. Feature items that have already made the cut are currently
being shown on the popular "Peek of the Week" at
hawaiiansurfauction.com which features a new item each Monday right up
until auction day.
Free Appraisals In Person, or on the Internet:
Even
if you don't want to sell it, if you are in Honolulu bring your surf
collectible along for a free valuation at the Antiques Roadshow-style
appraisal that will take place on day one - July 17th. A panel of six
expert appraisers will be on hand to let you know what your item is
worth. If you can't make it to Hawaii, go online at:
hawaiiansurfauction.com and event staff will give you a free appraisal
over the internet. The auction will also be streamed live on the
internet.
Pre-Registration Opens to Bidders May 1st: Pre-registration
will commence May 1st for those planning to attend in person and those
who want to lodge Absentee Proxy Bids. Please go to:
hawaiiansurfauction.com for complete registration and auction
information.
Over the past four auctions more than $1,500,000 of the finest
vintage surfboards and surf memorabilia have changed hands and over
$75,000 has been donated to various charitable causes and foundations.
DETAILS:
Friday July 17: Viewing from noon to 6pm, including Antiques Roadshow-style appraisals.
Saturday July 18: Doors open for viewing at 10am. Silent auction 2:00-4:30pm. Main Auction 5-9pm.
Free viewing. Bidders must purchase a bidding number.
Pre-registration begins May 1st, 2009.
