To bring everybody up to date on the status of the Wacko Pin Project, we’ve finally received all the necessary written permissions. I spoke with the pin manufacturer’s representative yesterday and sent the proposed design and specs today. After he reviews the design, if there are no changes necessary from a manufacturing point of view, he’ll send it on to the manufacturer. The manufacturer will make a prototype which will end up with me. I’ll scan it and post the scan here. The rep says this should happen sometime in late January or early February.

Barbara and Henry Hupp are touring Orlando, Florida. I spoke to them on the telephone yesterday. They don’t have internet access right now. They each asked that I wish all the forum habitués a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I want to take this opportunity to thank Kim Andrews of Harbour Lights and the committee of John Chidester, Paul Brady, Rod Watson, Barbara and Henry Hupp [AND Lamar from LA] and Darlene Cook for all their tireless efforts and hard work. Without you this project would not occur.

Watch this space. I’ll post breaking news as it occurs.

To give credit where credit was due...


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Lamar:

While you're graciously giving credit to all the other folks who have worked hard to make this happen, be sure to pat yourself on the back, too.

I know I will!

(Two gold stars, three "attaboys", and a hearty Navy "Well done" to ye then, lad!

You deserve it!

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Bob Steinbrunn
Nautical Research Guild

Lamar,
I have to agree with Bob Steinburnn!
Repeat!
Lamar:
While you're graciously giving credit to all the folks
who worked hard to make this happen. We should also be acknowledge for your efforts, as well!
Thanks for a job well done!
Karen :-)

Thanks for the hard work of the 'Committee' and the additional update from Lamar!
Looking foward to the anticipated great results!!!

Thanks for the update. And thanks to all for the hard work. Looking forward to seeing the end result. I'm sure it will be well worth the wait.

Wacko Dale

Thank you for your kind words.

To be able to purchase the 1999 WACKO pin, you simply need to have 50 or more posts on these Collector Forums.

As of December 19, 12 days before the end of the year, there are 95 WACKOs and 14 Newbies who will only need to post a message a day, including today to reach WACKOdom before the cutoff.

To check how many posts you have, simply click on the shades next to one of your posts.

Not only will you have a very exclusive WACKO pin, you'll also be helping save Morris Island SC from being toppled into the sea.

Thanks to all of you for your work on this. Can't wait to see the picture of the "Wacko Pin"...
Did the rep say how long it will take from the time that you approve it, till it ships to you, or was that what he was talking about Jan. or Feb.?

Rusty

I also want to say a big THANK YOU to all involved! I'm looking forward to adding this pin to my collection! Morris Island LH needs all the help that we can give it! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!

Thanks Lamar for all the work. Some of my Christmas money will be used to purchase one of these pins.

Have visited Morris Island twice and have donated to the restoration fund in the past. My maiden name was Morris. I haven't done much research on that side of the family. But, i could spin some good tales----

Derith

Another THANK-YOU to all who have given their time to make this wacko project a reality. I'm really looking forward to having this pin and helping Morris Island at the same time.

Barb

No, the January/February estimate is for the prototype or proof pin to get to me. The rep said that if no changes are made by us, he can call the order confirmation to the factorey and they can begin quantity manufacturing very soon thereafter.

Thanks Lamar

Rusty

Thanks Lamar, and everyone involved in making the Wacko pin a reality. Your hard work and dedication are inspitational. Can't wait to be able to purchase one.

KAT

As a new member to Wackodom, I am looking forward to the pin and helping Morris Island in the process.

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I also want to add my thanks for everyone's efforts in this endeavour. I'm waiting inpatiently for my Wacko Pin, and I'm glad the proceeds will do some good. Dennis

Hello all,

My heart is racing, I just registered yesterday and it looks like I have my work cut out for me to graduate from newbie status to wacko to earn the rights to claim a wacko pin. Thanks Lamar for all your hard work.

Thanks to all of you for your great messages on this forum.

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~Dale

Here is a newbie who now has extra incentive to achieve wackodom!My thanks are included. See Ya!

Add me to your WACKO pin list - I just crossoved over!!!!!

Deb

Congratulations DEB !!!!