Online Personal Property Auction

Lots begin closing Monday, November 9, 2026 at 6pm

Preview: Saturday, November 7, 9am to 1pm

Pick Up: Wednesday, November 11, 9am to 5pm, by appointment

A scheduling link will be emailed to winning bidders.

PICKUP & REMOVAL NOTICE:

Pickup is available on the scheduled date and time only. Buyers are responsible for bringing adequate help and all supplies needed to pack, load, and secure purchases for transport. Auction Company staff will assist when possible, but buyers should plan assuming no staff assistance will be available. Buyers purchasing large items must bring sufficient help. Shipping is not available for this auction. All purchases must be picked up in person during the scheduled pickup window. Items not retrieved by the removal deadline will be considered forfeited.

1490 W Chestnut Street, Washington Crown Center, Washington, PA 15301

Estate of Steve Skarupa

This large online estate auction features more than 500 lots from the collection of Steve Skarupa, a professional flintknapper, award-winning trapper and outdoorsman. The catalog includes a low-mileage 1940 Pontiac four-door sedan, several vintage Vespa and other mopeds/scooters, extensive trapping equipment, handmade flintwork and bows, arrowheads and stone points, Native American and Native American-style decorative and ceremonial items, jewelry and beadwork, pottery, tools, shop equipment, outdoor equipment, furniture, glassware and much more.

Washington, PA

>> Auction Highlights <<

·       1940 Pontiac four-door sedan with approximately 8,072 miles showing, mileage unverified

·       Vintage Piaggio Vespa mopeds and scooters, Honda scooter and other small motorized bikes

·       Large collection of traps, stakes, fur stretchers and trapping equipment

·       Handmade flint knives, arrowheads, stone points and flintknapping materials

·       Original/authentic artifacts where specifically identified in the catalog, plus Native American-style decorative items

·       Handmade longbows, recurves, arrows, quivers and bow-making equipment

·       Cheyenne buffalo knife by Ben Knight and other knives with decorated or beaded sheaths

·       Beaded jewelry, craft materials, pottery, pipes, moccasins, regalia and related collectibles

·       Ingersoll Rand air compressor, Lincoln and Marquette welders, kiln, vises and shop tools

·       Cub Cadet chipper/shredder, smokers, tillers, snowblower and lawn/garden equipment

·       Sears fiberglass canoe, furniture, display cabinets, rugs, cookware and glassware

·       Pyrex, CorningWare, Depression glass, art glass and assorted household collectibles

·       Over 500 lots total

Directions:

From Morgantown, follow I-79 North to I-70 West. Continue on I-70 West approximately 6 miles to Exit 15 for Chestnut Street/Route 40. Bear right off the ramp onto Route 40 East, turn into Crown Center just before the traffic light, then turn left at the first intersection and follow auction signs to the loading docks behind the car dealership. From Pittsburgh, follow I-79 South to I-70 West, continue approximately 3 miles to Exit 15 for Chestnut Street/Route 40, bear right onto Route 40 East, turn into Crown Center just before the traffic light, then turn left at the first intersection and follow auction signs to the loading docks behind the car dealership.

For questions, contact Steve Yilit at (412) 977-8241 or asksteveyilit@yahoo.com.

ONLINE PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION TERMS

Bidding Errors: All bids are binding and final once a lot has sold. Bids cannot be deleted or removed after a lot has closed. The Buyer is advised to review all bids on the review page prior to submission. Outbid notifications are provided as a courtesy only; the Auction Company, Seller, licensees, agents, and employees bear no responsibility for errors, omissions, or timing of outbid notices. The Auction Company reserves the right to refuse off-increment bids.

Online Bidding Disclaimer: The Auction Company utilizes third-party bidding platforms to facilitate the collection and recording of online bids. By agreeing to these terms, the Buyer agrees to hold harmless the Auction Company and all bidding platform providers for technical errors and mistakes arising from connectivity issues on the part of the Auction Company or the Buyer.

Closing Lots: Lots will begin closing at the published time on the date specified. Not all lots close at the same time. Any bid placed within the last 60 seconds of a lot's closing will extend that lot's bidding period. A lot will only close after 60 consecutive seconds of no bidding activity. Closing speed and intervals are determined on a case-by-case basis, typically 1 to 3 lots every 1 to 3 minutes, and are calibrated to complete all lots within approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Buyer's Premium: A 15% Buyer's Premium applies to all online personal property purchases.

As-Is, Where-Is: All items are sold on an As-Is, Where-Is, With All Faults basis without exception. No warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is offered as to the fitness or merchantability of any item for any purpose. Items offered may be new or used. Used items exhibit some level of wear, damage, or defect by virtue of prior use. Items represented as new may have been subject to storage, handling, display, or other conditions prior to the auction and are not guaranteed to be free of defect. The Auction Company and Seller expressly disclaim any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. No sale shall be invalidated by reason of any defect, inaccuracy, misdescription, or cataloging error. All marketing materials and descriptions are provided as a guide only and are not guaranteed to be complete or accurate. The Buyer holds the sole obligation and duty to inspect all items during the inspection period prior to bidding. By bidding, the Buyer accepts all items regardless of any defects or conditions, known or unknown, visible or not, and forever releases the Seller, the Auction Company, licensees, employees, and agents from any and all claims. No bids may be withdrawn during or after the auction for any reason.

Inspection: All items are available for inspection prior to the auction closing, either in person during the published preview or virtually through provided photographs and descriptions. By bidding, the Buyer acknowledges having had a full and fair opportunity to inspect the item and agrees to rely solely on the Buyer's own inspection in determining whether and how much to bid.

Removal of Items: Local pickup is available on the designated date and time only. The Buyer must schedule a pickup appointment from available times within the published window and arrive promptly. Buyers must bring adequate help to load items and all necessary packing supplies. Auction Company staff will assist when possible, but buyers should plan assuming no staff assistance will be available. Shipping is not available. All purchases must be picked up in person at the auction location during the scheduled pickup window. The Auction Company does not offer delivery or storage services and cannot transport items to any other location. Items not retrieved during the scheduled pickup window will be considered forfeited.

Forfeiture: Forfeiture is defined as the Buyer's relinquishment of all ownership and claim to items to the Auction Company with no expectation of reimbursement. The Buyer who forfeits items remains fully responsible for the invoice total. No refunds will be issued in the event of forfeiture. Any items not retrieved by the removal deadline are considered forfeited.

Payment: The credit card on file will be charged automatically at the conclusion of the auction. If the card is declined, the Buyer will be contacted within 24 hours to arrange alternate payment. The invoice must be paid in full before the Buyer takes possession of any items. Where a card on file has been declined, payment at pickup may be made by cashier's check or money order. Business or personal checks are accepted only with valid photo identification and Auction Company approval. Business or personal checks of $10,000.00 or more must be accompanied by a Bank Letter of Credit. Cash payments at pickup are discouraged.

Gold Coins: The Auction Company does not accept credit card payment for gold coin purchases. If the Buyer's invoice includes gold coins, payment must be tendered by cash, money order, certified check, or wire transfer.

Titles: Vehicle titles are processed from the Auction Company office after verified payment and will be delivered within 30 days. Some titles may require the full 30 days to process.

Choice of Venue / Jurisdiction: By registering to bid and accepting these terms, the Buyer agrees and consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the Circuit Court of Harrison County, West Virginia for all disputes arising out of or related to the auction process and sale. The Buyer waives all jurisdictional and venue defenses and affirmatively submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of that Court.

JOE R. PYLE COMPLETE AUCTION & REALTY SERVICE, LLC

(304) 592-6000 - (888) 875-1599

5546 Benedum Drive, Shinnston, WV 26431

www.joerpyleauctions.com

info@joerpyleauctions.com

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