Gray Gallery Online Estate Auction

By registering and bidding on any item, the bidder/buyer shows acceptance of the following terms and conditions. Do not register or bid unless you agree to all of the terms and conditions: 

REGISTRATION: All information provided by bidder/buyer during the registration process must be current, complete, and accurate. Bidders must be 18 years of age or older unless bidding on hand gun ammunition which requires the bidder to be 21 years of age or older.  The K and B Auction Company, at its sole discretion, may deny registration to any person or entity. Bidder agrees to not use any device, software or routine to interfere or attempt to interfere with the proper working of or any transaction being conducted on and during the auction sale.

DISCLAIMER: All lots are sold "AS-IS, WHERE-IS", with all faults, imperfections, and errors. The K and B Auction Company and the seller(s) do not give or make any type of guarantee or warranty regarding the lots to be sold, implied or otherwise. The K and B Auction Company encourages all bidders to inspect lots in person before bidding. The K and B Auction Company has put forth every effort in preparing the catalog for every auction to provide accurate descriptions of all items, however, it is the bidder's responsibility to determine the condition and suitability of each lot. Due diligence is the responsibility of the bidder/buyer. Printed statements or descriptions by staff are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. The catalog listings are meant as a descriptive guide only. Buyers are encouraged to use the Live preview to examine the merchandise. Any bidder's failure to inspect, or to be fully informed on the quality or condition will not constitute grounds for any claim, adjustment, refund, termination of the purchase contract, or refusal to close the sale. If you are unsure about any of the Terms and Conditions, pricing, or how to bid; IF YOU ARE IN ANY WAY UNSURE AS TO ANY MATTER HEREIN, THE K AND B AUCTION COMPANY URGES YOU TO NOT BID.

AUCTION CONDUCT: Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and sole discretion of The K and B Auction Company. The K and B Auction Company reserves the right to reject any and all bids for any reason and also reserves the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item, combine or divide any item or lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding. Auctioneer and staff reserve the right to bid on any auction item as allowed by Georgia state law. Consignors are not allowed to bid on their items. All decisions of The K and B Auction Company are final. The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. We reserve the right to reject any bid. The auctioneer shall advance the bid at his/her sole discretion. The auctioneer in his/her sole discretion may determine to re-offer any lot in dispute. In the event of any dispute, our record of the bids shall be accepted as conclusive.  The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer's Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. The absence of a condition report is not in any way an indication of any items condition. The catalog listings are meant as a descriptive guide only. Buyers are encouraged to use the Live preview to examine merchandise. Please call or email for specific lot conditions and we will advise as accurately as possible. All lots are available for Online Preview one week prior to the auction date. Any condition reports provided by The K and B Auction Company are based solely on our opinion. We do not blacklight or UV light any items. We do not guarantee the working condition of any mechanical type items, especially but not limited to clocks. We only release the name of the consignor with permission in writing to do so. 

CHOOSE WISELY: When you bid on the wrong item or decide an item is not suited for your intended use, our clients are not willing to assume the cost of your mistakes. When in doubt about condition, completeness, or suitability for intended use, please bid accordingly. Bidding is a contractual agreement you enter into with The K and B Auction Company and our sellers to purchase any and all items where you are the high bidder at the end of the lot/item/auction hammer. The K and B Auction Company does not offer Buy Backs or returns on any items.

MAXIMUM BID: When you place your maximum bid, the current bid price doesn't automatically jump to your max bid. Your bid goes to the next highest increment and increases as other people bid against your bid. The computer will automatically bid up to your max in the increments specified. By placing any bids you have agreed by legal contract that your bid or maximum bid is what you are willing to pay for that specific lot(s) and may have to pay full bid or maximum bid amount of any bids placed. The buyer agrees and is responsible for every bid amount placed. The K and B Auction Company is a bid at your will auction, meaning you alone are responsible for your bids and actions. 

BUYER'S PREMIUM: Unless a specific auction states otherwise, a 15% buyer's premium will be charged on all items and lots. Every bidder/buyer pays the same buyer's premium and should bid accordingly. For example, if you bid $100 on an item at the auction you will be charged $115 for the item on your auction invoice. Please take this into consideration when bidding. 
SALES TAX: GA sales tax applies and is dependent on the county in which the auction takes place. Any bidder that has a CURRENT AND VALID GEORGIA TAX EXEMPT CERTIFICATE must email us a copy for our files at least 3 (three) business days (Monday-Friday) PRIOR to bidding in an auction so that we may arrange for tax-exemption status.

AUCTION ENDING: Beginning at the stated closing time, the auction software will conclude bidding for one lot every few seconds in catalog order with the following exception: if a bid is placed in the last five (5) minutes remaining for that auction lot, bidding for that lot will automatically extend the auction for additional five (5) minutes. Some lots may be grouped together so that a bid on one lot will extend the time on all lots in that group. An e-mail with an attached invoice will be sent to the winning bidder/buyer of each auction after auction has completely closed. Immediately upon the fall of the hammer/close of the lot auction, title will pass to the highest bidder who thereupon assumes full risk and responsibility for the property, including the obligation to immediately pay the full price, buyer's premium, and taxes as required. All bidders will be requested to give their name, driver's license, and credit card information. We shall have the right to reject any bid from anyone who has not established credit with The K and B Auction Company prior to the auction. 

PAYMENT: All buyers must pay for their purchases in full within the scheduled timeframe after auction ending. Credit cards payments are run at the close of the auction. The K and B Auction Company accepts the following forms of payment for online auctions: Major Credit Cards. Wire transfers for payment may be required for larger purchases at the discretion of K and B Auction.  Merchandise becomes the full responsibility of the bidder/buyer at time of payment and the bidder/buyer assumes all risk of loss and damage to property at that time. No lots will be released for shipping until all payments are made and cleared in full including all fees and shipping/handling. 

REMOVAL: All items must be removed by the end of the designated pickup time. Items left at the auction for longer than a week will be moved to a storage unit and charged a weekly storage fee to the credit card on file. If storage charges are not paid, items become the property of The K and B Auction Company and are subject to be resold. If you need long term storage of your items, please contact Champion Storage at 706-746-5559. They are located behind K and B Auction and will be happy to help you.

STORAGE: Items will be charged a weekly fee based on the amount of space they take up in storage:
2.5 sq ft spot on table - $5 per week. 6.25 sq ft floor spot - $12.50 per week.
An average size piece of furniture will usually take up 2 floor spots, incurring a weekly charge of $25.
Items will be charged weekly on Thursdays, and cover the following week. No refunds will be issued for partial weeks. Items in storage may be picked up anytime during normal business hours Monday thru Saturday.
SHIPPING: Shipping: It is very important to notify us in a timely manner if you wish to have items shipped.  The buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements and charges. All shipping for The K and B is provided by the UPS Store in Franklin NC at 828-524-9800. Feel free to contact them with lot numbers from the auction you are interested in for a shipping quote. All shipping arangements and payment must be made directly with the UPS Store. It is the responsibility of the buyer to make sure that the UPS Store has their payment information and shipping requests.  Buyers should contact them directly if they have not been contacted by the UPS Store.  They are able to ship both UPS and USPS.  
For large items that cannot be shipped through UPS you must arrange your own shipper. We will work with you to help you locate a shipper if you need help but it is the buyer's responsibility for contacting, arranging and paying for any shipping for their purchases.

QUESTIONS: Bidders are encouraged to contact us prior to start of the auction with any questions about any lots. Once the auction begins, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to get back in touch with potential bidders in time for a specific lot so please ask questions BEFORE the start of the auction so you will have the answers you need in time. Bidders can contact us PRIOR TO THE AUCTION VIA TEXT or VOICE at 706-746-5479 or by email: info@kandbauction.com for any questions about items or lots, the process of the online auction etc. 

Firearms:

**REQUIRES FFL TRANSFER - Pickup by appointment ONLY***

STOP! READ FIREARMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING.

FIREARMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

GUNS:

**REQUIRES FFL TRANSFER - Pickup by appointment ONLY***

STOP! READ FIREARMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING.

FIREARMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. All firearms made after 1897 or for which modern commercially made ammunition is readily available must be transferred by a federal firearms licensed dealer (FFL).  Buyers are responsible for knowing all firearms laws pertaining to their state.  No refunds will be given if we are unable to complete a transfer to the buyers state. 

2. Bidder is responsible for knowing firearms laws pertaining to their state of residence.  No refunds will be given if buyer purchases a firearm that is not eligible for transfer to their state of residence.  

3.  K and B will serve as transfer dealer. ALL transfers will be BY APPOINTMENT ONLY and take place at the Mountain City location at 97 Golden Hills Dr., Mountain City, GA 30562.

3. The cost of a transfer is $20 PER GUN. No exceptions.

4. Long guns may be transferred to Georgia and certain out of state residents who are at least 18 yoa. Pick up the firearm must in person by the person who is the registered bidder only.  Transfer will take place only after completion of transfer paperwork and successful  completion of the NICS instant background check. Buyers must have a current driver's license from their state of residence. Georgia residents who possess a Georgia Firearms Permit should bring it in addition to a valid driver's license. Long Guns being shipped out of state must be shipped to an FFL Dealer in the buyer's state for pickup as stated below.

5. Federal law requires that handguns purchased in Georgia may be transferred only to Georgia residents who are at least 21 yoa. Handguns must be transferred under the laws of the buyers state of residence. Out of state buyers must arrange with an FFL dealer in their home state to transfer the handgun under the laws of that state. The out of state dealer must send a signed copy of their FFL to K and B Auction for the handgun to be shipped to that dealer for transfer. Transfers can only be made to buyers with a Georgia Photo ID. Out of state dealers should send a signed copy of their FFL to: K and B Auction, Attn: FFL, PO Box 662 Mountain City, GA 30562 or bryan@kandbauction.com.

6. SHIPPING costs to out of state buyers will be paid by the buyer.  Shipping cost will include packing, shipping and insurance.

7. We do not do international firearms sales.  

8. K and B Auction reserves the right to deny the transfer of a firearm to any person for any reason.  

AMMO:

All items sold as is. All sales are final. If you have any condition questions we are open from 10 - 6 Mon - Fri and 11 - 3 on Sat for you to preview or you can contact us by email or phone. You must be 18 or older to purchase long gun & shotgun ammo and 21 or older to purchase handgun ammo.  Any ammo that can be used for long gun and handgun is considered handgun ammo.  Ammunition requires special shipping arrangements. If you require shipping or delivery contact info@kandbauction.com. 

By appointment only Jan 18-21st.