Well that is for sure that most do not buy the higher end chips. I don't know of any hobby where the majority buy the top end items.

The chip I like is the Tropicana $100 at $150. I might go for it but afraid that somehow I would not make the $50 I would stand to make. I really feel I could run this on ebay & get $200 at least. I book it for $225. I have sold one on ebay at (well it was awhile ago & I can't find that file now) I think it was $250 or maybe $265.
Maybe will buy it just to see! It's all fun. A gamble.

I agree that I should buy what I want. I usually do- you should see my closets! I know I will get slammed anyways! A good debate I do enjoy. OF course many acqusations toward me etc. on this board that I swore I would never read again, have been very upsetting. I have something I have to stand behind more than the average collector. My book & reputation. I have to beware of guys like Orme & others. Just part of life & business. We all had bully's in school too.

Look forward to visiting with you Don & many others nice chippers at the next show.