CaptCaveMan

This was more exciting when i had more gold 😂 

Well I timed my visit to @ChardsCoinandBullionDealer to perfection 😁

Well, I had the call. 
I will be sharing much more in due course. To quickly summarise for those following. 
Some good things and some good feedback to share.
But, also a little bit of "everthing is fine" in some areas. 
I don't quite know what/how to think about everthing right now, I am still digesting it all. 

Kudos for taking this 'poison chalice' up @BackyardBullion

I only started buying relatively recently (in the last 2-3 years) like many during lockdown but since going down the rabbit hole....

 I've never bought bullion from RM direct and won't, be it new or historic as the premiums are always much higher than the forum or dealers for that matter but I did start buying proof coins... if I ever got lucky in the queue 🙄
I soon found out that modern, allocated stock is generally slightly cheaper than buying direct which I'll never understand and does feels like overpricing.  Now if there is a coin or series I want, I'll reach out first to place an order and try to guarantee a purchase.  

Specifically on historic coins/sets, we all know we can buy these at a fraction of the cost vs. RM with a little patience.  I do feel the RM by virtue of their name/brand are taking advantage, more so of new collectors and stackers alike or those with a FOMO or can't wait.  The high premiums only puts me off buying direct, it may sound harsh but they're starting to remind me of H&B, will the next step be weekly deals in the post on 'limited' sets at extortionate prices?

I understand they are a business to make profit as well as minting/printing our UK currency but can't help wondering how long before they permanently damage their reputation.

Trump can’t be stopped? 

Holding onto the gains this morning. My Half Sov from two weeks ago is now in profit too! 🥳

£1668... and Gordon is still a moron.
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/why-britain-still-paying-price-185716184.html

I don't have dandruff. 

Well, what if I am? 😏

Hope not... still buying 😆

I live in the Cotswolds. We're far superior to both

If it breaks £1650 and closes there..we should all land to @ChrisSilver's house and demand a party.
You eat your kebab inside a disco?

Where do you need them mate?

Hope not... still buying 😆

Hope not... still buying 😆

Hope not... still buying 😆

Hi James, welcome aboard!

I'd echo what @Petra has said but before jumping in have a browse and get familiar with the forum.  I'm a Silver member and think I can honestly say I've saved the membership fee each year in purchases 👍

Hi James, welcome aboard!

I'd echo what @Petra has said but before jumping in have a browse and get familiar with the forum.  I'm a Silver member and think I can honestly say I've saved the membership fee each year in purchases 👍

Hi all just dropping in to say when moon to gold and hope you lovely folk are well 
Hope you all are stacking.
Best bully

TSF has now reached over 1m forum posts, thank you to everyone who has posted useful and helpful posts for other members  
With special thanks to all Premium Members who help support TSF, and especially to those who choose Platinum and Platinum PLUS. 

I need a 2024 sovereign as a Birthday present if anyone is selling. 
Happy to buy online Chards, Atkinson etc but want to give fellow TSF members an opportunity first. 
Looking to buy this week, by the weekend. 
Message with best price please and I will get back to you as quickly as I can.
thnx

Is that Daniella westbrook’s nose making a sneaky appearance 

Kudos for taking this 'poison chalice' up @BackyardBullion

I only started buying relatively recently (in the last 2-3 years) like many during lockdown but since going down the rabbit hole....

 I've never bought bullion from RM direct and won't, be it new or historic as the premiums are always much higher than the forum or dealers for that matter but I did start buying proof coins... if I ever got lucky in the queue 🙄
I soon found out that modern, allocated stock is generally slightly cheaper than buying direct which I'll never understand and does feels like overpricing.  Now if there is a coin or series I want, I'll reach out first to place an order and try to guarantee a purchase.  

Specifically on historic coins/sets, we all know we can buy these at a fraction of the cost vs. RM with a little patience.  I do feel the RM by virtue of their name/brand are taking advantage, more so of new collectors and stackers alike or those with a FOMO or can't wait.  The high premiums only puts me off buying direct, it may sound harsh but they're starting to remind me of H&B, will the next step be weekly deals in the post on 'limited' sets at extortionate prices?

I understand they are a business to make profit as well as minting/printing our UK currency but can't help wondering how long before they permanently damage their reputation.

Kudos for taking this 'poison chalice' up @BackyardBullion

I only started buying relatively recently (in the last 2-3 years) like many during lockdown but since going down the rabbit hole....

 I've never bought bullion from RM direct and won't, be it new or historic as the premiums are always much higher than the forum or dealers for that matter but I did start buying proof coins... if I ever got lucky in the queue 🙄
I soon found out that modern, allocated stock is generally slightly cheaper than buying direct which I'll never understand and does feels like overpricing.  Now if there is a coin or series I want, I'll reach out first to place an order and try to guarantee a purchase.  

Specifically on historic coins/sets, we all know we can buy these at a fraction of the cost vs. RM with a little patience.  I do feel the RM by virtue of their name/brand are taking advantage, more so of new collectors and stackers alike or those with a FOMO or can't wait.  The high premiums only puts me off buying direct, it may sound harsh but they're starting to remind me of H&B, will the next step be weekly deals in the post on 'limited' sets at extortionate prices?

I understand they are a business to make profit as well as minting/printing our UK currency but can't help wondering how long before they permanently damage their reputation.