rate this jigsaw

This guy is being offered by a local breeder for 500.00. What do you guys think. Would be for pairing with a bee and lesser.

http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/...ps50f8a212.jpg

I'm way to green to this to give you any advice. I've just gotta say wow he looks awesome!

I'm not a fan. Not enough color contrast between the body and the dorsal stripe for me.
It's pretty bland imo. I like to see 3 toned Jigsaws (distinct contrast in color on the body, stripe, and dorsal). Otherwise, it just looks like a busy pinstripe.



This is what I'd like to see in a Jig.
http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/phot...011-4B_mod.jpg

This is Jinx's Jigsaw. It's a really nice example of one:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...7/DSC01917.jpg

Wow! That color contrast is really cool. I love that burgundy color and yellow stripe. Learn something knew every day, on BP net you learn 10 new things every day. :)

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Originally Posted by satomi325

I'm not a fan. Not enough color contrast between the body and the dorsal stripe for me.
It's pretty bland imo. I like to see 3 toned Jigsaws (distinct contrast in color on the body, stripe, and dorsal). Otherwise, it just looks like a busy pinstripe.



This is what I'd like to see in a Jig.
http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/phot...011-4B_mod.jpg

This is Jinx's Jigsaw. It's a really nice example of one:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...7/DSC01917.jpg

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Thanks a lot. That is very helpful. I'm new to morphs and I definitely want to get quality. I knida thought the one I posted was washed out, but wasn't sure if that is normal. Maybe I'll check with Jinx to see if there are any available.

I personally don't like the high contrast. I'd go for OP's picture.

I actualy like it :gj:, if you get it make sure to post pics of the babies you produce with him and those females

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Originally Posted by Flikky

I personally don't like the high contrast. I'd go for OP's picture.

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If you do not like the contrast, then I would not spend the money on a Jigsaw. As was stated before, a nice busy Pin will give you a lack of contrast and a very similar pattern.

Satomi, thanks for posting mine up there, it saves me having to do it :D

The nice thing about her is that she still looks like that at 1500g :O

I got her from Howard Leong at the Pomona show in Jan 2012.

I am of the opinion that most Mojave combos should have that distinction between the dorsal coloring and the sides. It is indicative of a quality Mojo in the ingredients.

To the OP, for $500 for a male, I would continue to look and see what pops up this season. Also maybe ask for another pic, that one could just be washed out a bit. Mine was MUCH brighter and defined than that one at the same size.

Oh, as for offspring from her this year, any Jigsaw's she produces will also be 100% het Desert Ghost and if they hit the market will go for around $3000.

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Originally Posted by Flikky

I personally don't like the high contrast. I'd go for OP's picture.

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Then what's the point in getting a Jigsaw then?
If you want monotone, then a pinstripe will suffice.
If you want it for breeding purposes, the low contrast is a sign of a low quality mojo gene.

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Originally Posted by satomi325

Then what's the point in getting a Jigsaw then?
If you want monotone, then a pinstripe will suffice.
If you want it for breeding purposes, the low contrast is a sign of a low quality mojo gene.

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Completely agree

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Originally Posted by Royal Hijinx

If you do not like the contrast, then I would not spend the money on a Jigsaw. As was stated before, a nice busy Pin will give you a lack of contrast and a very similar pattern.

Satomi, thanks for posting mine up there, it saves me having to do it :D

The nice thing about her is that she still looks like that at 1500g :O

I got her from Howard Leong at the Pomona show in Jan 2012.

I am of the opinion that most Mojave combos should have that distinction between the dorsal coloring and the sides. It is indicative of a quality Mojo in the ingredients.

To the OP, for $500 for a male, I would continue to look and see what pops up this season. Also maybe ask for another pic, that one could just be washed out a bit. Mine was MUCH brighter and defined than that one at the same size.

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I definitely like the contrast. I'll have to pass on the desert ghost that's definitely out of my price range. I've got plenty of time to look. My females are just over 300g, so it will be a while before they are ready. I just want to keep my eyes open for for a high quality animal. Thanks again for all the input.

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Originally Posted by satomi325

I'm not a fan. Not enough color contrast between the body and the dorsal stripe for me.
It's pretty bland imo. I like to see 3 toned Jigsaws (distinct contrast in color on the body, stripe, and dorsal). Otherwise, it just looks like a busy pinstripe.



This is what I'd like to see in a Jig.
http://www.faunaclassifieds.com/phot...011-4B_mod.jpg

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Now THAT's one fine looking Jigsaw, looks familiar...OH WAIT :D