the fact that the Hard Rock is only releasing 500 of the two Ozzy dog $5 chips "Lola" and "Minnie"? If it is like past releases they won't even all 500 as they will hold some back.

I watched six collectors leave the hobby after 2000's $25 Cinco de Mayo. I know of two more who left after the $25 Sammy Hagar chip. How many $5 collectors will be gone after they cannot complete their $5 Hard Rock collections?

What in the world is the Hard Rock thinking??? The market can EASILY absorb 3,000 - 4,000 $5 chips. I am completely baffled by this decision that is SURE to irritate many collectors.

I've already spoken to a few chip dealers who are giddy with excitement that they will be able to charge (and probably get) $200-$300 for each of these two chips! Since I am not willing to get in line twelve hours before the release I'll be lucky if I can even get them for our own collection.

Personally, I think the whole situation REALLY STINKS!

Warwick, you seem like a nice enough guy... Why are you doing this to our hobby?

Dave
Cheques in the Mail, Inc.