Thoughts, observations and opinions on the National

[lsutigers1973]

I mainly just read the threads on here and rarely post.

Just wanted to mention that I had the chance to meet Leon while a few of us were busting packs and having a few adult beverages in the Hilton bar.

Super nice guy and extremely knowledgeable. Was a pleasure just listening to him.

OK, brown nosing done.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by lsutigers1973

I mainly just read the threads on here and rarely post.

Just wanted to mention that I had the chance to meet Leon while a few of us were busting packs and having a few adult beverages in the Hilton bar.

Super nice guy and extremely knowledgeable. Was a pleasure just listening to him.

OK, brown nosing done.

It was a pleasure meeting you guys too. I do love the hobby. Yeah, there are a few people (even on this board, go figure) who try to antagonize and always be sarcastic, but that is just their nature. They have fun doing it (I guess), so who cares?

You guys look like ya'll were having a lot of fun busting those packs and examining the centering and corners for that elusive 8 or 9. That's what it's all about!! Hope to see ya'll doing the same exact thing next year. I doubt I will remember your names but I might just ask again, pull up a chair and have a cold one with ya'll. Take care now and thanks for the kind words...

[Willstk]

1st ever national, and it was great!

My venue suggestions would be to alternate East, Central, West, Central, East, etc.
Central could alternate between Cleveland and Chicago.
Throw in a Las Vegas every 4-5 years.
Each coast would see one every 3 years.
I know that some of you saw dealers that you have never seen before - the locals who won't travel across the country - point being that the dealer mix will change by location.
Unlike Alan's unlimited resources, I won't travel more than 2 hours for a show.
Andrew - thanks for the pics and enjoyed meeting you and Dad at the Wed. dinner.
Regards all - Will