What have I gotten myself into...decided to open a shop!!

elwood · January 25, 2007 5:30AM

THANKS to:

Rich, Dale, Jim, Dave, Madmarty, Thiggy, John, Barry and all others for the well wishes. I appreciate it!!!!!

Can't wait to get the website online so you can look at some coins.

steve

<< Wish you best of luck with the new endevour, by the attitude I've seen you display here, I'm sure it'll do great. >>

That's the second time someone has mentioned my attitude in this thread. I guess I'll have to work on that

Nic · January 25, 2007 5:34AM

What's with the attitude Steve? I'm now all others?

. K

Musky1011 · January 25, 2007 5:42AM

Where do you scan the UPC code on that cash register

Very nice looking store, congrats

Jim

basestealer · January 25, 2007 5:42AM

Great looking shop! I like the dark atmosphere too, it's good for inspecting coins with a loop & light. I hope it's successful--too many of the shops near me have closed up and eBay seems to be the only way to browse coins.

lathmach · January 25, 2007 5:44AM

I've been in business for 31 years, Elwood.
Not a coin store, a machine shop.
Going into business is a lot like taking a bath.
You find it ain't so hot once you're in.

Ray

bidask · January 25, 2007 5:45AM

You will do well!

bidask · January 25, 2007 5:51AM

<< Steve,

I think you have found the answer to a collector's dream. You can be among all the things you like, every day.

Be sure to keep us up to date on the progress of the endeavor. We would love to hear the stories that will occur-- the little ol lady who comes in with the shoe box, and Lo and Behold--

Early dollars, bust quarters, and a few Gobrecht's.

Good Luck >>

Yep, then comes the hard part ....just how much to pay for that shoebox from the little old lady!

Bear · January 25, 2007 5:56AM

Ah yes, rode part of Paul Revere's Ride. Your ancestor probably

felt like the fellow that invented 6-UP.

Bear · January 25, 2007 5:58AM

Just though of something horrible.

You are gonna have to deal with

people, just like us, on the Forum.

Gosh, that has to be depressing.

BBQnBLUES · January 25, 2007 6:48AM

**Absolutely Beautiful** Reminds one of the 1st class B&M's in Vail, CO.

Add a few comfortable Leather wing-back chairs, a Bear Skin Rug & complimentary Brandy and watch sales soar

Bear · January 25, 2007 6:55AM

Gasp.......A bear skin rug................Gulp!

elwood · January 25, 2007 7:11AM

<< Add a few comfortable Leather wing-back chairs, >>

I have a comfortable leather mission chair for customers, does that count

<< **Absolutely Beautiful** Reminds one of the 1st class B&M's in Vail, CO. >>

Now all I need are Vail type customers...probably won't happen in rural Iowa. lol

jmski52 · January 25, 2007 7:33AM

That's it...way too many Norwegians

And I bet I know most of them.

Russ · January 25, 2007 7:37AM

<< Going into business is a lot like taking a bath.
You find it ain't so hot once you're in. >>

Maybe, but it still beats the hell out of working for somebody else.

Russ, NCNE

jmski52 · January 25, 2007 7:41AM

Decorah is a great place to visit, if you are ever in the area. Lots of great shops, including a new coin shop, and great hospitality. They've got a couple of places to ski, and it's a very scenic area in NE Iowa. Steve is a very fortunate guy to live there.

Steve, how in heck did you decide on Decorah?

mrpaseo · January 25, 2007 7:43AM

Your living the dream, best of luck.

RikiTikiTavi · January 25, 2007 8:29AM

Best of luck to you! Really looks like a neat place--I hope to visit someday!!

JJM · January 25, 2007 8:49AM

looks great , good luck

fcloud · January 25, 2007 8:55AM

I had family in Decora four years ago. I don't get over that way anymore. Best of luck to you!

AZLARRY · January 25, 2007 9:11AM

Good luck on your new venture, looks like the type of store I like to browse through.

TheRegulator · January 25, 2007 9:40AM

Nice place!

Sometimes I go trout fishing in the area- up near Spring Grove and Caledonia. Bluff Country is about as beautiful as it gets. Maybe I'll see you sometime.

Best of Luck!

Casey · January 25, 2007 10:07AM

Great looking shop Steve! Best of luck.

elwood · January 28, 2007 7:47AM

<< Nice ... put your website url in your signature line. It will help you get ranked higher on the search engines. >>

Thanks Fletcher for the recommendation!!

I'll do that when it's ready.

ColonialCoinUnion · January 28, 2007 7:53AM

<< 

<< Going into business is a lot like taking a bath.
You find it ain't so hot once you're in. >>

Maybe, but it still beats the hell out of working for somebody else.

Russ, NCNE >>

Amen.

What have I gotten myself into...decided to open a shop!!

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