Murman1984 Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 (edited) Hi all! Im beginner collector, and about to pull the trigger on one meg tooth. Here are some pictures I'm deciding from, please give your thoughts, and help with a decision! If you like a tooth please comment on it, if you see one maybe I should avoid, please do the same. I know it's all a matter of preference, but please give your thoughts. Looking for the best Bang for Buck! If you could, place your top 3,5,10 or just general opinions, so I can narrow it down. Im just trying to have some fun with this thread! These pics are in no particular order. Megalodon Teeth Number 1. 4 & 1/8 in. $95 display included Number 2. 15 people watching serrated 4 & 7/8 in. $99 Number 3. 16 watching 4 & 7/16in. $99 super serrated Number 4. serrated 4 & 7/16in. $119 Number 5. serrated 4 & 1/4 in. $119 Number 6. 5 & 3/8in. $119 Number 7. serrated 5 & 9/16 in $119 Number 8. 4 & 3/8 in. $125 case included Number 9. 4 & 11/16in. $75 Number 10. 4 & 7/8in. $95 Number 11. 4 & 1/2 in. $85 Number 12. Bargain Priced 5 & 1/8 in. $75 Number 13. 4 & 13/16in. $99 Number 14. 4 & 1/2 in. $99 Number 15. Jet Black 5 & 3/16in. $119 Number 16 serrated 4 & 3/8in. $119 Number 17 Huge 5 & 9/16in. $119 Number 18 Super Serrated 4 &1/4 in. $125 Number 19 over 5in $99 ps. Ill be asking about spinosaurus teeth in another thread! Thanks! Grant Edited March 14, 2018 by Murman1984 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 You need to decide which tooth you like. Features I believe are important are good serrations, no chunks missing from crown and root, minimal enamel peel. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murman1984 Posted March 14, 2018 Author Share Posted March 14, 2018 None stand out to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailingAlongToo Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 1 minute ago, Troodon said: You need to decide which tooth you like. Features I believe are important are good serrations, no chunks missing from crown and root, minimal enamel peel. I agree with Troodon. My personal preference is a more complete tooth vs a larger tooth. On the other hand, Mrs.SA2 prefers size and color rather than over all quality. It's personal preference. The prices looked reasonable. 2 Don't know much about history Don't know much biology Don't know much about science books......... Sam Cooke - (What A) Wonderful World Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ludwigia Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 I'd take number 18. Nice color. Very well preserved. But that's my choice. You need to make your own. 2 Greetings from the Lake of Constance. Roger http://www.steinkern.de/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailingAlongToo Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 Mine are 18, 1 & 3, in that order. 1 Don't know much about history Don't know much biology Don't know much about science books......... Sam Cooke - (What A) Wonderful World Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auspex Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 You might want to just follow these for a while; learn what they actually sell for, and which ones appeal to your esthetics most. Don't rush because you're afraid you'll miss out; there are thousands of these available, with more coming to market every day. Honestly, knowing what you like is pretty fundamental to making regret-free decisions. 3 "There has been an alarming increase in the number of things I know nothing about." - Ashleigh Ellwood Brilliant “Try to learn something about everything and everything about something.” - Thomas Henry Huxley >Paleontology is an evolving science. >May your wonders never cease! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Sharks Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 18, 8 & 4 are my choices, assuming no restoration. They all look like N or S Carolina (or nearby states) so no rarity factor. Buy what you like, or take some more time and do your homework. A quality tooth, even a small one, is often better than a damaged specimen, but for some locations, you have to take what you can get. Your choice depends on if you want a top quality tooth, a colorful tooth, a rare location or just the biggest tooth you can afford. 2 There's no limit to what you can accomplish when you're supposed to be doing something else Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 18 minutes ago, Murman1984 said: None stand out to you? Yes but everyone has a different taste and mine might not be yours. I gave you my key features but you need to purchase what turns you on not me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ynot Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 I like 1, 5, 8, 16 and 18. 1 Darwin said: " Man sprang from monkeys." Will Rogers said: " Some of them didn't spring far enough." My Fossil collection - My Mineral collection My favorite thread on TFF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FossilDAWG Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 18 teeth are a bit ridiculous. Who's got time for that? Narrow it down to 2 or 3 and then ask. Don 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpc Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 2 minutes ago, FossilDAWG said: 18 teeth are a bit ridiculous. Who's got time for that? Narrow it down to 2 or 3 and then ask. Don I have to agree. and I like Uncle Siphuncle's advice as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darktooth Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Ludwigia said: I'd take number 18. Nice color. Very well preserved. But that's my choice. You need to make your own. I agree that 18 is the best overall. But I agree that it is you that must pick what appeals to you more. I myself prefer a smaller perfect tooth over a larger imperfect one. 1 I like Trilo-butts and I cannot lie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murman1984 Posted March 14, 2018 Author Share Posted March 14, 2018 Wow, so many responses! Thanks for your replies, and a special thanks to those who gave a number! I know, 18 teeth is ridiculous , but Im a newbie who is very analytical. Thank you all!!! Grant 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizmo Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 18 Lower , 8 Lower , 5 Upper/ Never seen enamel/ root structure like this one. Very unique! 3 Upper ,1 Upper I'd buy 5, it's amazing! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caldigger Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I like 1,8,and 16. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimravis Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I like 18 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Past Hunter Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I like 5 and 18. It all depends on what jaw position you prefer. 2 "If you choose not to decide. You still have made a choice." - Rush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murman1984 Posted March 15, 2018 Author Share Posted March 15, 2018 Ive listened to all y'all have had to say. Ive ran the numbers. Done the calculations. Cross analyzed. and I think Ive came to a decision. Although, I would still like to know which tooth Mr. Troodon was so hesititant to say he preferred. If he may be so kind. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 8 hours ago, Murman1984 said: Ive listened to all y'all have had to say. Ive ran the numbers. Done the calculations. Cross analyzed. and I think Ive came to a decision. Although, I would still like to know which tooth Mr. Troodon was so hesititant to say he preferred. If he may be so kind. 18 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplomado Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I like 18 also. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murman1984 Posted March 15, 2018 Author Share Posted March 15, 2018 Awesome! Well, due to a tight budget and several hours of pondering I chose number 1. This was a really hard choice, between 1,3,5,18. 3 sold as I was looking at it. Thanks guys! Grant 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darktooth Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 #1 is a nice tooth with a little damage but I think you will be pleased once it is in your hand. 1 I like Trilo-butts and I cannot lie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplomado Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Looks like a nice one! Post us some good pics when you get it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murman1984 Posted March 17, 2018 Author Share Posted March 17, 2018 Thanks guys, I'm pretty excited! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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