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drewlaws

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  1. I went to Austin Covert to shop a Yukon for the wife/kids. They said I couldn’t get a Denali for less than a $10k mark up and then tried to sell me a Yukon SLT for $90k OTD including a “$5k discount”. I built the same spec Yukon SLT online for $75k which means they marked up the SLT $10k after their “discount” despite telling they won’t mark up the SLT. Yeah, F that shadiness. Will try again in a couple months but will give Covert Bastrop or Nyle Maxwell a shot. Kills me to know the cool shit I could get for the same price as a mass produced GM.
  2. I just developed it in my left elbow/forearm this summer. Haven’t played in a month to try to let it heal. Picked up a club in the garage a couple days ago and the pain has gotten worse. Went to the ortho and they said to wear a wrist brace and use arthritis cream. Hope I’m not down for many months because once kid #2 arrives in January it’ll be even harder to find time to play. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  3. Supply chain issues, pent up consumer demand from COVID and increased wages are the co-related issues. IMO, wage inflation driven by labor shortages are an underreported driver of what we are seeing. My recollection is that was one of the early inflationary pressures put on the economy. It increases costs for businesses while increasing consumer demand since people are earning more, yet there was a choked supply chain limiting goods to market.
  4. I have had the same experience as others with my saddleback slim briefcase. High quality stuff but a bit heavy. I use it when I am in a suit or blazer, otherwise use a back pack.
  5. Good info, thanks. I have heard the graders are super backed up. I’m sure it’s a significant hit to value to sell ungraded? I also found a Fleer Ultra Gold David Ortiz (Arias on the card) RC. That was my best “find” when I went through them since I never knew I had the card.
  6. I was huge into baseball cards growing up in the 90s. I would go to the card shop weekly and visit the card shows that came to town or when taking family trips. My parents have been asking me to take them out of their house for 15 years which I did in December. Looking through them was a wonderful experience. I was texting my childhood friend all sorts of great memories. I bought him a box of '89 Upper Deck for a groomsman gift. Alas, no Junior RC. He still dabbles in the hobby, primarily autographs. The most valuable card I have is the one that actually triggered the end of the hobby for me. It is a 1999 Flair Showcase Legacy Collection Griffey. It was 1 of 99, the most rare card I had ever pulled, and it was my all time favorite player. I was 15 or so at the time and figured how could I ever top that. I've seen them on ebay for $1500+ but Beckett online says its $200-$500 depending on condition. It's well preserved but not graded. I also found an EX-2001 ARod signature card, a few refractors (Bernie Williams, Piazza, McGuire), Maddux RC. I have full sets of 1998 Topps Finest, 1998 EX-2001 and 1997 SPX. The Finest set has become discolored even though it was in protective sleeves. I remember loving the die cut SPX set. Of course, I have thousands and thousands of common cards from the early and mid nineties. When I set up my new office/man space, I am going to purchase some bucket list collectibles to display - autographed Griffey jersey and PSA 10 Griffey RC. I also will get a VY signed jersey and Spieth and Scheffler Masters flags - to add to my signed Tiger Woods and signed Crenshaw Masters flags.
  7. The fact that they built a flyover pedestrian bridge there instead of a flyover connection to Mopac tells you all you need to know about the people making decisions in this town.
  8. I’ll play somewhere in Palm Springs at the end of the month (welcome recommendations). In April I’m going to play in Charleston before going Augusta for a Masters practice round (first time). In July I might make it across the pond to the Open. Solid potential for the year.
  9. Thanks. This is what I was wondering about. If I want something contemporary, don’t hire someone who does mostly modern farmhouse, etc. And I assume I want someone who has done several additions, not only new builds. I was unsure how adaptable architects are across different types of projects. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  10. Thanks everyone for your recommendations. What are the most important things to consider when selecting an architect?
  11. I am considering an addition and wondering where to start to determine the feasibility of the project and get a budget estimate. Right now I have a 2000 sqft 3/2 split level with 3 bedrooms on one "wing" of the house and an open concept living/dining/kitchen on the other "wing" over the oversized garage. The interior was gutted and redone about 15 years ago. My thought for the addition is to add 1000 sqft for a large master bedroom suite and office on top of the bedroom "wing" and possibly a rooftop deck. I would reno the kitchen to add storage and increase functionality while we're in construction hell. Is the first step to call a contractor(s) to get a quote? Are they able to tell if the current house can support such an addition or is that an engineer's job? Or do I call an architect first? My biggest fear is that we rip the roof off the home only to be told that the structure cannot support a 2nd floor. I have not ruled out any option, including tearing down and rebuilding ($$$$) or moving within my neighborhood (least amount of stress but $$$ to get what we want).
  12. Why would they use the targa versions of the 997 and 996? Dumb.
  13. I hate the weekends.
  14. I'm back in the watch game. Finally pulled the trigger on a Zenith El Primero Chronomaster Original. I have the LE grey band coming and I am going to order a brown leather strap too.
  15. ALL GAS NO BRAKES!!!
  16. I live in Austin where there is no Zenith AD, so I emailed the AD in Houston (there is only one) about the new Chronomaster Original. The rep that responded was totally clueless. Next time I was in town on business I went by in person to see if they had it. They did, but I had the exact same horrible experience as you did. I am still waiting to try a tri-color on stainless bracelet but I sure as hell won't buy it from the Houston AD. I'm going to give the Dallas AD a shot next. If that doesn't work out, I will consider buying direct online or just move on all together.
  17. Probably my least favorite of the GMTs, but buy what you like. More importantly, where did you find a Rolex for sale? Second hand I assume? I want a Batman but not close to wanting it $20k bad.
  18. BARTON Watch Bands is local in Austin and all of their offerings are quick release. I don't own one though, so I can't speak to their quality.
  19. Stone Creek Straps does custom straps of all varieties. I got a brown leather rally strap with deviated stitching and curved spring bars for my Hamilton Pan Europ. It was arguably higher quality than the watch.
  20. So really, you only like one of the five Porsches (non-SUV) on the market? Seems like you might generally dislike Porsche designs, at least currently...
  21. Correct, that is what they told us would happen from the beginning.
  22. Same for me. They said 2020 people who didn't get 2021 tickets would get them for 2022. Still happy to have a chance to go.
  23. Does anyone have experience with IW Mark in Houston? They are the closest Zenith AD to Austin and I want to go by to see the new Chronomaster Original this week. I emailed them to ask if they had any in stock and they said they have two, one 42mm and one 37mm. There is only one size, a 38mm (which it has been for 50+ years mind you). I don’t know shit about watches relative to you guys, but how could the AD not know their brand’s newest release? I want to see it on the wrist before buying. I can only assume they do not have one since they don’t know WTF I am talking about.
  24. Had my first hole in one today! #7 on TPC Craigs Ranch, I hit a 5 iron to a back pin about 190. I saw it land and release toward the flag then it disappeared, but I assumed it was hidden behind the pin. Walked (ran) up and it was in the hole. What a cool experience! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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