Is RYK leaving us? :-(

gecko109 · April 28, 2009 1:39PM

He has a BST thread in which he states his waning interest in coins is causing him to sell off. Big bummer.

Robb · April 28, 2009 1:41PM

gecko109 · April 28, 2009 1:43PM

Robb · April 28, 2009 1:45PM

Yeah, I just put 2 and 2 together on that one. I'll edit my previous post as not to pry.

KlectorKid · April 28, 2009 1:46PM

That would be a shame. I haven't seen any dirty gold for sale; I hope it stays that way. There is nothing wrong with taking a break, it's hard to stay away too long.

STONE · April 28, 2009 1:46PM

JK,

Bear · April 28, 2009 2:05PM

His loss to this Forum and to Numismatics , would be..... profound.

There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced.

GoldenEyeNumismatics · April 28, 2009 2:21PM

Everyone goes through periods of fluctuating interest. If everything was steady, things would be pretty boring.

KentuckyJ · April 28, 2009 8:36PM

> Everyone goes through periods of fluctuating interest.

Very true. I remember seeing RYK go through something similar in years past. A bit of detachment is often good for the spirit.

coinkat · April 28, 2009 8:47PM

It is likely a temporary break

RYK · April 28, 2009 8:59PM

I do not want to be:

1) Mysterious
2) A drama queen
3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales

but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.

As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles?

), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.

RYK

Broadstruck · April 28, 2009 9:32PM

RYK may just be raising funds to win MadMarty's Rubber Chicken in Airplanenut's charity auction

SportsModerator · April 28, 2009 9:40PM

I'm exercising my Mod-Powers and placing a veto on his voluntary departure.

Robert, you're not going to get away so easily!

rgCoinGuy · April 28, 2009 10:05PM

Enjoy your break, we all look forward to your return when you are ready.

(P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too?

)

pmac · April 28, 2009 10:13PM

Unfortunately for Longacre, he's loosing a great foil. Is this another kitchen makeover sabbatical? Anyway, hopefully we'll all be there when the next circle comes around. Best to you and your family.

Broadstruck · April 28, 2009 10:22PM

<< (P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too?

) >>

keets · April 28, 2009 10:24PM

for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode.

curly · April 28, 2009 10:31PM

Enjoy your break, brother.

PerryHall · April 28, 2009 10:42PM

Who is RYK?

pmac · April 28, 2009 10:45PM

<< Who is RYK?

>>

"The king is dead, long live the king."?

PerryHall · April 28, 2009 10:48PM

<< 

<< Who is RYK?

>>

"The king is dead, long live the king."? >>

Don't worry. He left once before. He'll be back.

YaHa · April 28, 2009 10:52PM

<< 

<< 

<< Who is RYK?

>>

"

Roger Yip Kawaltzki..

Don't leave, please.. I will miss the Steelers rememberance in your sigline..

Gemineye · April 28, 2009 10:53PM

Perhaps if RYK could find some more interest in this boring hobby at times it would make a difference....

MisterBungle · April 28, 2009 11:06PM

Geeze, I'm glad nobody gives a rip whether I'm here or not!!

The pressure would be too intense!!

~

MrScience · April 28, 2009 11:18PM

<< Don't worry. He left once before. He'll be back. >>

So his next return will herald the beginning of the Third RYK.

Sorry, RYK, I couldn't resist.

ziggy29 · April 28, 2009 11:44PM

It happens from time to time. I know there have been times when I've had numismatic burnout for one reason or another. But in the end there's always siren song that lures me back. Sometimes you just need to unplug for a while and let the batteries recharge.

gecko109 · April 28, 2009 11:50PM

<< for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>

So because I very much enjoy RYK's threads and commentary here, and will certainly miss the friendly banter, im somehow the instigater of a "pathetic campfire episode"? Its human nature to enjoy people's company Keets, even if it is limited to online exchanges only.

19Lyds · April 28, 2009 11:55PM

<< I do not want to be:

1) Mysterious
2) A drama queen
3) Accused of using the USCF to pump my BST sales

but suffice to say, my interest in coins and related activities, including the forum, has declined suddenly and dramatically over the last couple months. I would prefer to think of this as a temporary break but also recognize that I have been at this full tilt for the last seven years and have had nearly a lifetime worth of collecting experiences in that time.

As others have stated, it's part of the Numismatic Circle of Life™ (what's with me and all of these darn Circles?

), and I will possibly and likely be back in the fold when my interests are fired up again in the future.

RYK >>

To wake yourself up, you need to buy one of ....................... THESE!!!

TwoSides2aCoin · April 29, 2009 12:03AM

He hasn't signed the adoption papers I sent him

FatMan · April 29, 2009 12:10AM

Of course he's lost interest. Once you collect Dahlonega nothing else can measure up.

RYK, enjoy your time away.

Billet7 · April 29, 2009 12:42AM

Now who is Longacre going to talk to? I don't think many people would notice if I left, course I haven't been here nearly as long either (nor contributed nearly as much.)

Longacre · April 29, 2009 12:46AM

<< 

<< (P.S. - are you taking that alt Longacre on a hiatus too?

) >>

>>

Pretty funny. I hope RYK's break is just temporary. Sometimes it is good to get away for a while.

I guess these boards will just have Longacre to kick around for the time being.

Longacre · April 29, 2009 12:48AM

I just realized that RYK and I have 5,000 PMs. Perhaps he was waiting for that milestone before he took his break.

jsf · April 29, 2009 12:54AM

do you really think he could make it past football season without coming back to harass us about those stinkin' Steelers?

notwilight · April 29, 2009 1:00AM

<< do you really think he could make it past football season without coming back to harass us about those stinkin' Steelers?

>>

Best point in this thread so far. --Jerry

PerryHall · April 29, 2009 1:12AM

<< Now who is Longacre going to talk to? >>

Himself?

Mark · April 29, 2009 1:46AM

Longacre:

Does your wife know that you and RYK share 5,000 pms?

TwoSides2aCoin · April 29, 2009 1:52AM

If he'd throw me a going away party I'd never come back.

JRocco · April 29, 2009 1:54AM

<< His loss to this Forum and to Numismatics , would be..... profound.

There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced.

>>

Geez....I hope it doesn't devastate the world markets Bear.....

Some of you guys are really funny.

Good luck RYK.

adamlaneus · April 29, 2009 1:59AM

Life is worth much more than gold.

ElKevvo · April 29, 2009 2:04AM

I am going to miss his posts and his light hearted sparring with Longacre...I have learned a lot from him and hope to see him back in the future!

K

kajdg657 · April 29, 2009 2:08AM

<< 

<< do you really think he could make it past football season without coming back to harass us about those stinkin' Steelers?

>>

Best point in this thread so far. --Jerry >>

If he doesn't make it back, I will be supporting them enough for the both of us!!!!!!!!!

stman · April 29, 2009 2:18AM

<< 

<< His loss to this Forum and to Numismatics , would be..... profound.

There are just some people that can ............... never be replaced.

>>

Geez....I hope it doesn't devastate the world markets Bear.....

Some of you guys are really funny.

Good luck RYK. >>

I think we should go on a hunger strike.

CoinJunkie · April 29, 2009 2:20AM

<< for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>

And I was soooooo looking forward to roasting some marshmallows.....

Seriously, RYK, I will miss everything about you except pictures of the Steelers. Enjoy
your "time off".

BECOKA · April 29, 2009 2:48AM

Hmmm, I think a break every couple of years is good, no need to lose interest or quit.

Based on the hunt for the Half Eagle D set and the break, then the entry into earlier colonials and classics and now another break, I will guess we will so a full tilt again in 2 months.

Next up a complete run of modern coins in high MS.

Longacre · April 29, 2009 3:31AM

I wonder if this press release is coincidental or not…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results

Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.

“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”

Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”

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jmski52 · April 29, 2009 3:37AM

RYK is gonna have alot of free time on his hands now. Maybe it's a whole house renovation coming up?

BECOKA · April 29, 2009 3:39AM

<< I wonder if this press release is coincidental or not…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Doug Winter Announces First Quarter 2009 Results

Portland, OR, April 29, 2009 – Doug Winter Numismatics (NYSE: DWN) today announced a net profit for the first quarter of 2009 of $7.49 million, or $0.079 per share. Net sales were $10.2 million in the first quarter of 2009. Adjusting for the translation effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes, net sales increased 37% from the comparable prior year period. All per share amounts are on a fully diluted basis.

“The turmoil from the global credit crisis and economic slowdown has quickly and deeply impacted sales for the numismatic industry, with certain coin sectors down almost 75% from year ago levels,” commented Douglas Winter, DWN Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “In the case of DWN, however, sales in the first quarter have been robust, mainly from strong purchases from a few key clients.”

Winter continued, “although DWN does not typically issue forward looking guidance, we do believe that the second quarter of 2009 will be full of challenges, particularly with the expected loss of a key client account, RYK, who has informed our company that he is taking a break from numismatics. In response, DWN is aggressively reducing costs and operating at reduced levels, with a primary objective of reducing inventory to make up for expected sales declines. Mr. Winter added, “We remain confident in the long term outlook for our business as we concentrate on managing through these immediate challenges caused by RYK.”

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rgCoinGuy · April 29, 2009 3:55AM

Coinosaurus · April 29, 2009 4:00AM

Conversely, the RYK quarterly report should show decreasing inventory and a rising cash position.

dorkkarl · April 29, 2009 5:48AM

<< for those with short memories or the new arrivals, it was perhaps a little over a year ago when RYK publicly announced that he was done buying coins, but that passed. now we have another phase where his interest has "declined suddenly and dramatically" for whatever reasons. i suggest we just let him live his life as he chooses and try really, really hard not to turn this into some pathetic campfire episode. >>

i agree. great posts in the past by ryk, but i did'nt think he was into the drama thingy

K S

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