Has anyone dealt with Harlin J Berk?

ccr

I haven`t dealt with this firm before and asking because I just came across this site recently. I have a few holes to plug in my Whitman Folders and was just wondering what experiences anybody has with them. I`m sure thier fine and I wanted to know anybodys experiences before I make any commitments towards buying anything.

Edit to add: this is the site I`m refering to - http://www.harlanjberk.com/

bohica268

I have bought bulk minor World Coins and World silver from Berk. Good service and a great mix of coins in both batches.

saintguru

They are good people.

FinallyHere

You can buy with confiedence from Harlan. They are all good people there.

Mike Printz
Larry Whitlow, Ltd.

Conder101

I've only dealt with them a couple of times but I was very happy with the transactions. He also has some high powered talent working for him. You should have no problems.

XpipedreamR

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MadMarty

A+ dealer, a bit high on his prices, but being in downtown Chicago I can see why!

coppercoins

I met Harlan at the Pittsburgh ANA and had a chance to talk to one of his main coin people, Tom DeLorey. Very professional group. Tom knows a lot about a lot and has been around the industry for better than 30 years. I imagine Harlan has been around that long if not longer. Very reputable people in my opinion.

davewang202

Ditto. Good people.

ccr

Thanks everyone! I sensed they where fine and when I come across a new site, I usually use caution before commiting.

cladking

Check out the shop if you get the chance. Not only do they have a wide selection
but they have items you won't see outside a museum.

JamminJ

Bad customer service. Never responded to an inquiry I made regarding a coin on his website.

-JamminJ

originalisbest

Try again - did you call them? Never had any such problem here.

ccex

Great people, good selection. As others have mentioned, Tom DeLorey is extremely knowledgeable. The only problem I sense with this company is that a large storefront in the Chicago Loop is a greater overhead than most dealers have to pay. Still, they have managed to meet their expenses for a long time.

tmot99

I've never dealt with them, but have heard many many good things about them and never anything bad. I was aat a trade show just today in Chicago and almost stopped there. It's funny that this thread was here when I got home.

cosmicdebris

I bought a raw $5 Indian from them and sent it to PCGS. It came back body bagged. 3 months after I bought it Harlin J Berk still gave me my money back.

OnlyBuffalos

Harlin J Berk is a first class operation. They do not intentionally inflate grades or overly hype their wares. They stand-by their offerings.

If you are ever in downtown Chicago, it is definitely worth the effort to visit their shop. It is a very diverse operation with many antiques and ancient coins also available. Very helpful and friendly staff. Much more to offer than appears on their internet site.