I'm glad you are in the minority regarding this opinion considering how important shows are to me and my overall profits, I can't remember a year where so many folks turned out for the shows as they have so far this year and to them I say a big thank you; the shows are vital IMO for dealers as it gives them a chance to meet collectors in person, shoot the breeze, etc, etc, but more importantly, it gives YOU Frank the collector a chance to see the products up close and in the flesh so to speak.
You've got a show twice a year in your own backyard in Burlington MA; why don't you come on down and join the party, ask Bill, Tim, the Lt, Paul, Nick, or many of the other guys from the forum who come to the show, they seem to enjoy themselves, maybe you would too..................
Sounds good... more likely for me to attend a TS show close to home....When is the Burlington,Mass show held?