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No question about it.
Won't help LQMT.
The imbedded silver apple logo scratches very easily on my 6s.
My 6s scratches very easily with a gentle scratch from a sharp knife point.
Wow. Interesting choice of words.
I'm used to seeing "add to cart".
They know that the people buying will likely be shareholders. Feels a bit like a slap to those funding the company.
Oooh... stings...
I'll go back to my binocular observation from a safe distance.
VUZI has exactly the long term risk/ reward that I like. AR is going to take off as much as people in general might resist the reality.
The large companies in this space are working very hard on this and very quietly. For the big boys to show the world what is being developed at this early stage invites competitors to leap frog those efforts.
I like how Paul T is handling VUZI!
Being this small and pushing ahead in an aggressive, but, reasonable fashion, building IP, focusing on the enterprise with AR, building infrastructure, diligently communicating with business partners and expanding that, taking calculated risks with VR, proceeding with production of finished products nicely packaged, I don't see any procrastination in implementing the vision.
Paul has the vision and diligence to bring amazing things to reality. This is a very long road for him, however, he knows what is coming and has been working toward that end for a very long time.
VUZI seems to be in a winning situation. If we proceed on our own with Paul in the captain's seat, that's great. If the big boys acquire the company for their own purposes, that's great.
We are in the infancy of something very big with a lot at stake for a lot of competing companies. VUZI has IP that is desirable and time sensitive. I'm excited.
Go, Paul!
You know that I am optimistic in the long run, with my optimism based on fanciful hope as is the case with so many others over time.
There are enough signs to the positive to keep me hooked. I fought on the line for a while, and now I'm just being towed along behind the boat.
... nice strong hook.
"Now you can!"
It's "in the can" that worries me. "Just do it!", ...already.
How's that?
Watching for some excited new posters to the LQMT board.
...Haven't we been here before?
We still need a strong track record to sustain what ever is coming, however, I have to admit that I'm a little excited right now.
My expectations are certainly not high for ground shaking news at the CC. I expect something that sounds pretty good, however, I am just a bit cynical these days.
What will make a lasting difference is a positive track record.
That will take time. Until LQMT is on solid ground with earnings and a working business model the PPS will be all over the place. Excitement in the positive and in the negative will continue.
Counting on LQMT to bring financial prosperity, as some seem to be doing is painful to watch. Not wise.
I'll ride my lotto ticket from here with little expectation (I still have a hefty amount of hope).
Being worn down as I am, I still look at the chart though my bleary eyes and say to myself, "gee, ... this chart sure looks familiar...".
Really just waiting for information offered at the CC.
Interesting timing to be completely out of LQMT. I am sorry about the stress so many are going through.
I would not advise anyone to invest in something like this who can not afford to lose it, no matter how excited I get personally.
When one buys a lottery ticket one should consider it a donation and expect nothing in return.
When one buys stock there is generally the expectation that management will do their best to bring value to the owners of the company. Management has to take risks for the growth of a company in a reasonable fashion.
At LQMT risk are being taken for the survival of the company. There also seem to be some reckless uses of OUR money along with reasonable risks toward profitability. These are things to be concerned about.
This is a gamble that I am willing to take, however, it will not change anything in my life it fails. The chance of success in the long run is questionable. The use of BMG will be a big deal, success of LQMT? ...
Be wise. We should keep our day jobs, right?
Weyler and Kinetics, this seems very promising.
Agreed.
We are rather a swarm, aren't we?
Must... move... toward..... the light
I agree that LQMT management must be scrambling to put something together for "morale". Who knows?, it might even be good.
Remember the beginning of July 2013 as we arrived at $0.05. I had just bought at $0.09 and felt like an idiot for doing so. They managed to significantly boost confidence with information to us. I was incredibly excited.
My doubt this time comes from the conviction that a reverse stock split is coming at some point destroying what we have invested so far. When management spends a significant amount of their own money buying LQMT stock following the split ... I will too.
I'm not selling what I have now (too much). Someone said it, "anything can happen". -waiting for insider buying, revenues, a clear vision forward and concrete steps in that direction. I might regret not buying on the crash like I did in the beginning of July 2013.
It feels very similar. It is a struggle to stick to a plan and avoid falling for the whims of emotion.
I think it is about time for production to begin on a relatively small scale that will accelerate to something profitable for somebody.
Here's my conjecture.
When Paul came onboard, I believe that he was excited to see the dream coming together in LQMT. As he settled into the company the administrative shortcomings would have become apparent.
It would be very frustrating to see the potential and have problems in management holding up the show!
Does it not seem that a disillusioned Paul would indicate to Tom that he "would love to see LQMT successful, and would love to be a part of that success, however, If some things are not rectified within management I will have to move on".
I would think that Paul would already (confidentially) have interviewed with MTRN to explore the potential there before making an ultimatum like that.
It seems from the history of LQMT management that something like that is the only way that the structure would change.
If Paul goes...
I'm planning to pull back some cash before that level. I have profited by holding some, selling some and buying back at lower levels. Without the "selling some" part of the equation I would be in the hole. This is the reason that I have not responded to Watts' request for BE.
Overall I have done much better that BE with LQMT, however, on my current holdings I am not at break even, and I have more shares than ever.
This really is a gamble. I won't deny the potential, however, one must realize that this has to be considered "play money".
One's real investments need to be elsewhere.
The posts that bring the reality of where we are may not be much fun. When measurable growth occurs and a positive TRACK RECORD develops, that is when this becomes less of a gamble and more of an investment.
Interesting to be at a point where some of the more levelheaded posters are considering entry targets for LQMT. That is something to watch. But, it is still a gamble!
The only reason I am here is that it is so much blasted fun.
Right. I'm listening to what is going on.
I am not on a campaign to sway public opinion. I think that I have done some of that in my excitement and in my despair. I'm not sure how healthy that is.
I have been swayed more by the facts camp over the long run. I have given my opinion many times and will offer something that I think is new when it strikes me.
It's fun to be part of a board community. I don't want to stir things up just to be exciting, I guess. I am convinced of certain things, and it is taking more to convince me otherwise these days.
I still have a good dose of hope that resides in fantasy land. Convincing others of the possibilities is dangerous for them. There are many things that I am excited about regarding LQMT.
Those excitements can vanish with the prick of a pin.
Hey, I'm interested in what ever experience people are having with products related to LQMT. The experience of those working with LQMT is much more interesting to me though.
I think that we have a good idea of characteristics of the material.
The character of the company and production methods are where I am much more interested.
I understand. It sounds like he has put the knife through a lot more than most of us have. That is a good thing.
Didn't mean to be nit picky. I cut deeper into drywall when I score it and the hybrid would not work well for my method.
A very dull and (thin) utility knife blade will cut drywall much better than a sharp (thick) axe.
The hybrid knife is sharp and too thick for sheet rock.
I agree. Perhaps a fun storm to watch, though, ...from indoors.
I think that many of us on this board are thinking the same thing.
And that is, "I wonder if Watts could drop in for emergencies like this".
This could get exciting...
I like to take profits and ride the rest when possible. I'm not losing sleep over MTRN.
There are other things much more worthy of concern, right?
I'm long. I not going to worry about the fluctuations on this except to add if we get a serious pull back from these levels.
Something nice about a penny stock is that it does not have to follow the trends of the market.
When cash is pulled out of the general market it is tempting to plug some of it into something that lives in potential land.
Interestingly, I believe that if confidence in the broader market begins to wane, that can be good for us in the long run.
We are in for an interesting ride one way or the other.
PCP acquisition by BH brings a little glamour to the metal parts fabrication industry.
Having something that gives an edge, even in a niche market (that will certainly expand, by the way), is important to where we stand with the developments in LQMT, MTRN, Engel, AAPL, VPC, etc...
The IP continues to be of the the greatest value.
Bringing attention to our 'potential' value is nice. If the metal parts fabrication industry is suddenly perceived as sexy that is very good for us.
A lot of what sets the PPS is simple perception.
Hopefully you are not serious about moving on, however, I am confidant with your integrity.
Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge with us, and perhaps more than anything else, the entertainment value that you have provided!
Why do you think so many tune in here?
My request is that you bring some occasional input at the least.
Great post, Watts.
Hits me where I sit.
Number 45 received 7/17/15
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Congrats, Watts!
Nice!
Just received #045.
Great for hands free utility.
I expect a RS will not have the intended result unless self sustaining activities and revenue are solidifying, at which point I suspect the SP will be up quite a bit from here. Otherwise the SP is irrelevant.
I recall LQMT using the poison pill scenario as part of the justification for increasing the number of shares. Does anyone recall when that occurred? Seems like about 2 years ago.
Right on all points
I'm very pleased with the many interesting things going on.
Disturbing is the nebulous revenue generating activities and direction.
I would like to know to what extent LQMT is committed to manufacturing in house. This makes a huge difference in overhead and cash commitments, employees, training, management, real estate, etc...
It may be a very good thing, however, it is very different than having a Center of Excellence and building a large base of manufacturing partners.
I hope to hear more about this in the next CC. This is a very big deal.
The word "harvest" I would rather have applied to the green stuff this garden will ultimately produce to become self-sustaining. It is hard to see into the green house and we are not allowed to go in very far.
It seems that we may be headed toward becoming a manufacturing entity in priority. If so, Watts is right about the need for capital, and soon, and a lot of it.
Worrisome, ...and exciting.
My concern is that as owners of the company, I'm not so sure that things are being dealt with in a fashion that is in our best interest. In the interest and survival of the company, yes, the survival of management, yes, not so sure about us.
We will see where the money comes from for the expansion. LOC please. "Hopefully" we will have many happy customers!
An unacceptable result is an in acceptable result. Perfection in reproducing a product on a large scale is necessary. I agree. Utilizing the optimal resources for the project is necessary as well. This is our opportunity to build our credibility.
This is why I'm still holding my breath regarding MA's experience with LM, and do they expect to continue with them into the future.
What I see is a learning curve and a ballsy commitment on a time line with limited experience. I believe that LQMT will find that the reality is just as you say. The QC needs to be very high and LQMT needs to find its way to profitability.
This is a start.
We don't want to blow it at these cross roads. I am both excited and apprehensive, as I'm sure many here are.
The capabilities of the Engel method are tremendously promising and exciting. I look forward to seeing how this plays out.
Producing a piece of art is difficult for the artist. Having the production artist match the standards of the master can be challenging.
I'm not surprised that there are issues. Completing the job on time impressed me in a good way.
Refinement of the process is in swing.
We will find out soon enough. I'll post a photo when it arrives.
I'm pretty excited about it.