I'm not one to tell you guys how to get your points across, but linking to someone else's opinion piece annoys me. I like to hear what YOU think about stuff (and your opinions are usually easier to refute ). Links to statistical info are better, but you know what Twain(?) said about stats.

bigjohn, I have bids in on some audio equpment, though I've been outbid on every piece so far. However, I have purchased a number of lidded German beer steins. They seem way undervalued to me. They keep your beer cold while imbibing outside and the lids keep the bugs out. Some of them are antiques, as well.