Interesting topic folks! You have examined it to death and I found it great reading. I do think that we may have missed one reason for the drop in apreciation for the older LE's. QUALITY! Compare a "Hudson River" with a "Cape Blanco" for instance. Which would you buy if you knew nothing about collectibles. Those of us with Blancos are competing not only with a larger addition size, but also with a more attractive product. I say let Y&A alone. If it were my company, I would have grabbed as much as I could too. They HAVE learned a lesson and are responding. In the meantime, enjoy the new products - or not. - Easy