Hi Al:

You and I haven't met yet. Some people whom I have immense respect for in our hobby have said some nice things about you. I am looking forward to meeting you soon at a Club function.

Yes, after the rule change goes into effect, this will be a moot point. The only reason for my post was to voice my displeasure with a casino being in bed with a non-casino entity in the distribution and availability of chips. It's a sad day for the "everyday collector" when the only way to get a new issue chip is to be on a list or have to contact the casino's "non-employee agent". My bashing was clearly meant for the casino. Rene doesn't need to be bashed, he is his own distructive force. Best regards, Chuck.