I started KQ's Minerals about 6 years ago after 2 experiences that changed my attitude about mineral collecting. First, I went to a local show and was dissappointed by the small selection and high prices. I was later to discover that many shows use a small number of dealers year after year which results in a serious lack of selection and service for the customer. I still have a couple of the ugly over-priced specimens that I was desperate enough to buy from that show that provide lots of motivation.
Nothing beats a sledgehammer for releasing the frustrations from one's real job.
And it's really great to come home with a nice specimen as a souvenir. At this point, I decided that it was time to start dealing to pay for my mineral habit. Shows You may run into me at a show in the Midwest area. I do about 6 shows or swaps a year as well as visit Tucson and Denver. See below under My Excuse.