Title: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 17, 2017, 07:13:47 AM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 17, 2017, 07:13:47 AM
I had not taken a family photo since August of last year, and so I decided that for my 1000th post, I'd get my act together and take an updated photograph of my humble collection.... and also share a few stats I've kept along the way.
This was my collection back in August and I was, and still very much am, proud of my basic black OTS which was my father's, an 18" WSM, and a JJ:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/51bf271d97cd67bc71441f039fe34237.jpg)
This is [most of] my collection as of yesterday:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/369c0374d06474b075b3c58512bd6f67.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/e273f57d1d490cb030527e7dcd8535cd.jpg)I could talk about EACH of these guys for hours, and I've actually caught myself boring poor strangers by rambling on about the nuances between various vintages. After snapping a few pics and gazing at them as a whole herd, I started to think, "Holy shit, how did this happen?"
Well, being the nerd that I am, I have a spreadsheet for that. It's even stored in the cloud so I can access it anywhere a new acquisition may take me. So here are some confessions:
I've driven about 8,478 total miles to pick up grills. We love road trips.
I've had grills shipped to me from a total of 7,371 miles away.
The average age of my collection is 23 years old. There are a few for which I'm not exactly sure of the age, so approximated.
I was only able to refrain for an average of 7.61 days between acquisitions. This number kind of shocked me.
The average amount I paid per grill was $35.33. I keep my eye on this number the most because I can always honestly respond to my wife when she sees a new one, "... about $30-ish."
This number does not include shipping amounts, and I won't even post the total amount I've spent 
, although I do track it.
Looking at each one in my herd and thinking back to each story of how I attained it was really fun yesterday, and of course I thought about all the members that have helped me out along the way. I am so appreciative of this club's membership. Big thank you.
One last little thing I wanted to share, which is kind of fun and gives me a little chuckle every time I use it; the legs off the go-anywhere make perfect paper towel holders lol. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/3e04215f5debae2861f7c7810da3850f.jpg)
Alrighty, thanks for looking and have a safe St. Patrick's day.
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This was my collection back in August and I was, and still very much am, proud of my basic black OTS which was my father's, an 18" WSM, and a JJ:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/51bf271d97cd67bc71441f039fe34237.jpg)
This is [most of] my collection as of yesterday:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/369c0374d06474b075b3c58512bd6f67.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/e273f57d1d490cb030527e7dcd8535cd.jpg)I could talk about EACH of these guys for hours, and I've actually caught myself boring poor strangers by rambling on about the nuances between various vintages. After snapping a few pics and gazing at them as a whole herd, I started to think, "Holy shit, how did this happen?"
Well, being the nerd that I am, I have a spreadsheet for that. It's even stored in the cloud so I can access it anywhere a new acquisition may take me. So here are some confessions:
I've driven about 8,478 total miles to pick up grills. We love road trips.
I've had grills shipped to me from a total of 7,371 miles away.
The average age of my collection is 23 years old. There are a few for which I'm not exactly sure of the age, so approximated.
I was only able to refrain for an average of 7.61 days between acquisitions. This number kind of shocked me.
The average amount I paid per grill was $35.33. I keep my eye on this number the most because I can always honestly respond to my wife when she sees a new one, "... about $30-ish."
This number does not include shipping amounts, and I won't even post the total amount I've spent , although I do track it. Looking at each one in my herd and thinking back to each story of how I attained it was really fun yesterday, and of course I thought about all the members that have helped me out along the way. I am so appreciative of this club's membership. Big thank you.
One last little thing I wanted to share, which is kind of fun and gives me a little chuckle every time I use it; the legs off the go-anywhere make perfect paper towel holders lol. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170317/3e04215f5debae2861f7c7810da3850f.jpg)
Alrighty, thanks for looking and have a safe St. Patrick's day.
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: kettlebb on March 17, 2017, 07:19:09 AM
Post by: kettlebb on March 17, 2017, 07:19:09 AM
What an awesome post! Thanks for sharing and congrats on 1k.
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: charred on March 17, 2017, 07:24:51 AM
Post by: charred on March 17, 2017, 07:24:51 AM
Very nice collection. The details of the finds are fun to track.
That timer brings me back to the late 70s when I was a sports reporter/photographer for the local paper and spent lots of time in the dark room.
That timer brings me back to the late 70s when I was a sports reporter/photographer for the local paper and spent lots of time in the dark room.
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Travis on March 17, 2017, 07:31:38 AM
Post by: Travis on March 17, 2017, 07:31:38 AM
Great pic and congrats on the 1k! You've been a great contributor to the WKC!!
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on March 17, 2017, 07:37:11 AM
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on March 17, 2017, 07:37:11 AM
That's awesome!!! Way better 1000th post than mine. Didn't realize I hit that number, so it mighta been laden with innuendo.
The spreadsheet idea is good. I just have a hand-written inventory that I keep in a fire safe.
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: pbe gummi bear on March 17, 2017, 07:54:29 AM
Post by: pbe gummi bear on March 17, 2017, 07:54:29 AM
What a great post. Thanks for sharing and congrats on your 1000th post. You're doing pretty good for only having weberitis for only 6 months.
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: JEBIV on March 17, 2017, 07:55:56 AM
Post by: JEBIV on March 17, 2017, 07:55:56 AM
Awesome story,great pics and congrats on 1K
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: HoosierKettle on March 17, 2017, 08:16:45 AM
Post by: HoosierKettle on March 17, 2017, 08:16:45 AM
Love the lodge hanging from the ssp
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Darko on March 17, 2017, 08:19:18 AM
Post by: Darko on March 17, 2017, 08:19:18 AM
Congrats on 1000 Charlie. You have a beautiful collection. Not bad for a NOOB :)
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: james1787 on March 17, 2017, 08:19:42 AM
Post by: james1787 on March 17, 2017, 08:19:42 AM
Wow.. you went from that to that in 7 months? You have a great collection there!! (I helped get one of those to you.. 8)) I only have 2 (for now) but I'm looking around for a vintage avacado to add... the hunt is a thrill. Congrats on the 1000th post!
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: greenweb on March 17, 2017, 08:43:09 AM
Post by: greenweb on March 17, 2017, 08:43:09 AM
Wow! that is pretty awesome. Great looking family and the story to go with it.
I thought I was the only crazy one. In less than a year for me, I am pushing past 30 Weber kettles. I have driven over 3000 miles/5000 km to pick up my Yellow from Denver Co. driving almost non stop. Countless miles/km driving to pick up. The average being 2 to 3 hrs to some taking 10 hrs to pick up. I won't be doing that anymore. Had few kettles shipped across the boarder and from west coast Canada. I also love Zav's wood handles so much... I kind of collect them too. One of my other project is to turn few of my SJ to SJP so I can put Zav handles with metal inserts.
Anyway, looking forward to seeing more of your cooks and projects.
I thought I was the only crazy one. In less than a year for me, I am pushing past 30 Weber kettles. I have driven over 3000 miles/5000 km to pick up my Yellow from Denver Co. driving almost non stop. Countless miles/km driving to pick up. The average being 2 to 3 hrs to some taking 10 hrs to pick up. I won't be doing that anymore. Had few kettles shipped across the boarder and from west coast Canada. I also love Zav's wood handles so much... I kind of collect them too. One of my other project is to turn few of my SJ to SJP so I can put Zav handles with metal inserts.
Anyway, looking forward to seeing more of your cooks and projects.
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Jeff on March 17, 2017, 09:12:13 AM
Post by: Jeff on March 17, 2017, 09:12:13 AM
Wow...those are some impressive numbers.
Interesting how you kept track of all of that since the first grill. I'd be scared to see where my numbers come out over the last 10 years...
Interesting how you kept track of all of that since the first grill. I'd be scared to see where my numbers come out over the last 10 years...
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: WNC on March 17, 2017, 10:38:00 AM
Post by: WNC on March 17, 2017, 10:38:00 AM
That's great!
Congratulations on the 1000
And for the record I'd say shipping counts in the overall cost of a kettle
Seriously nice collection there, I'm kinda jealous !
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Congratulations on the 1000
And for the record I'd say shipping counts in the overall cost of a kettle
Seriously nice collection there, I'm kinda jealous !
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: RottiGuy on March 17, 2017, 10:45:41 AM
Post by: RottiGuy on March 17, 2017, 10:45:41 AM
Great story,great collection!!.......Thanx for sharing!!
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: RSHU on March 17, 2017, 11:50:49 AM
Post by: RSHU on March 17, 2017, 11:50:49 AM
Awesome family photo! and Congrats on the 1000th...
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Filibuster on March 17, 2017, 12:41:30 PM
Post by: Filibuster on March 17, 2017, 12:41:30 PM
You sir are not a noob, that is a wonderful family photo shoot. I have refrained from any family shots because of my nosey row house neighbors.
Looks like you have a thing for the 18's. All the 18's that hit CL are black so I'd show no interest, but two weeks ago a blue otg showed up and I lucked up on that one. It's a perfect match for my 22 blue otg, so for me my collection is slow going. As always its about enjoying what you've got.
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Looks like you have a thing for the 18's. All the 18's that hit CL are black so I'd show no interest, but two weeks ago a blue otg showed up and I lucked up on that one. It's a perfect match for my 22 blue otg, so for me my collection is slow going. As always its about enjoying what you've got.
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Geezer on March 17, 2017, 12:44:17 PM
Post by: Geezer on March 17, 2017, 12:44:17 PM
Wow, what a collection! You've got it bad, don't you? LOL
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: captjoe06 on March 18, 2017, 02:29:50 AM
Post by: captjoe06 on March 18, 2017, 02:29:50 AM
One of my favorite members. Great to have you here Charlie.
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: haeffb on March 18, 2017, 04:43:20 AM
Post by: haeffb on March 18, 2017, 04:43:20 AM
Quote from: WNC on March 17, 2017, 10:38:00 AM
And for the record I'd say shipping counts in the overall cost of a kettle
Shipping, maybe.
But definitely not the gas/mileage of road trips.
Right, guys? Right?
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on March 18, 2017, 05:42:47 AM
Post by: brewtownbeatdown on March 18, 2017, 05:42:47 AM
Quote from: haeffb on March 18, 2017, 04:43:20 AMI count shipping costs into mine. I don't add fuel, or the cost of my road warrior's (my daughters) Starbucks & snacks/lunch into the total cost. I usually don't add my resto costs (donor kettles, Zavod handles/tabs, Weber part orders, etc.) into the total either, since I don't seem to ever trade/sell any of my kettle babies.Quote from: WNC on March 17, 2017, 10:38:00 AM
And for the record I'd say shipping counts in the overall cost of a kettle
Shipping, maybe.
But definitely not the gas/mileage of road trips.
Right, guys? Right?
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Skinsfan1311 on March 18, 2017, 05:48:23 AM
Post by: Skinsfan1311 on March 18, 2017, 05:48:23 AM
Pure Awesomeness!
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 18, 2017, 06:11:15 AM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 18, 2017, 06:11:15 AM
Thanks for the kind words, everyone. It really has been a lot of fun so far.
Regarding my decision to omit shipping costs in the average price of a kettle. I asked myself; if I were to sell any kettle, would I include the cost of shipping in the price? My answer would be no, and I may be in the minority here, but my rationale is just like I wouldn't include the cost of gas, lunch, coffee, etc into the cost of a kettle, I would not include the cost of the means by which I attained any kettle, including shipping and packing materials. To include the cost of shipping and on the other hand not include the cost of gas seems arbitrary. We're sorta dancing around the age old question of what's this kettle worth, so I'll stop there.
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Regarding my decision to omit shipping costs in the average price of a kettle. I asked myself; if I were to sell any kettle, would I include the cost of shipping in the price? My answer would be no, and I may be in the minority here, but my rationale is just like I wouldn't include the cost of gas, lunch, coffee, etc into the cost of a kettle, I would not include the cost of the means by which I attained any kettle, including shipping and packing materials. To include the cost of shipping and on the other hand not include the cost of gas seems arbitrary. We're sorta dancing around the age old question of what's this kettle worth, so I'll stop there.
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: steviesandwich on March 18, 2017, 07:09:08 AM
Post by: steviesandwich on March 18, 2017, 07:09:08 AM
Ha! My wife says 'don't even think about it!'
6 appears to be the limit here!
Best from UK!
6 appears to be the limit here!
Best from UK!
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Scott Zee on March 18, 2017, 07:25:26 AM
Post by: Scott Zee on March 18, 2017, 07:25:26 AM
Congrats on 1000 Charlie. I'm glad I could help you in the growth of your family. Besides the great collection you've done some pretty cool mods. Thanks for sharing and next time I'm down in FLA I'd love to see them in person. PEACE 8)
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: order66 on March 18, 2017, 10:47:35 AM
Post by: order66 on March 18, 2017, 10:47:35 AM
Sweet family pic!
Congrats on the milestone.
Congrats on the milestone.
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Jet300 on March 19, 2017, 02:00:49 PM
Post by: Jet300 on March 19, 2017, 02:00:49 PM
Sweet collection!!! I'm trying to figure out that dark green in the cart with the screen and white kettle logo. What is that?
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Lemans on March 19, 2017, 02:30:18 PM
Post by: Lemans on March 19, 2017, 02:30:18 PM
Ok can I say as a photographer that's a Gralab 200 timer from the 80's
Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 19, 2017, 02:39:09 PM
Post by: Mr.CPHo on March 19, 2017, 02:39:09 PM
Quote from: Jet300 on March 19, 2017, 02:00:49 PM(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170319/20e549df3be38ef40276617be57f022c.jpg)
Sweet collection!!! I'm trying to figure out that dark green in the cart with the screen and white kettle logo. What is that?
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Title: Re: Confessions of a NOOB
Post by: Brain_STL on March 19, 2017, 03:55:48 PM
Post by: Brain_STL on March 19, 2017, 03:55:48 PM
I picked up on hat timer too! Brought back memories of all those hours in the darkroom developing film and making prints back in the '80's.
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