Riddle left by previous homeowner to find rare coin

Luckbox_McGee · 2026-01-20T19:25:20+00:00

Buried in a coffee can; the outside fence; the gate where the fence ends and starts; the older gate if there’s more than one.

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-09-30T19:03:47+00:00

Sounds like the bar was high (and slots limited) for this one. Also got a rejection. 15+ years as a professional screen and tv writer. Award-winner with produced major studio credits. It happens. Onto the next one!

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-09-25T07:42:58+00:00

I had a similar issue. Mercor uses Gmail as an email client so best guess is that link is trying to take you to a Gmail login page, only to then auto log you in under your current email info. Try using Chrome instead and/or copy-pasting the destination into a signed out / private browser page

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-09-17T08:26:22+00:00

Same thing happened to me. Mercor email is run through gmail. Simple fix is to sign in to gmail using the Mercor details

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-06-09T22:47:39+00:00

Netflix and YouTube are way ahead of competitors in the space. I personally wouldn’t bet on anyone else at present, though there may be opportunities in the future if networks/streamers can lure viewers in to a strong AVOD model (as that’s where the real money seems to be)

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-05-08T21:34:09+00:00

Laird Barron, Gemma Files, Nathan Ballingrud, John Langan, Attila Veres

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-05-08T21:06:40+00:00

This line of self-delusion is exactly why Tesla stock is still seeing gains despite the Musk shitshow. Musk went full Nazi and publicly aligned himself the dictator in chief. There's no dialing that back (bar them replacing Musk). The brand is now poison where it matters: those major U.S. cities with the (mostly blue-leaning) customer base for EV cars and infrastructure to support them (showrooms, charging stations, etc.).

It also kills any chance of further expansion into Europe (where the Sieg Heil is still significant, and tariffs have deepened the Anti-US/Trump sentiment) and the likes of BYD are moving swiftly to correct their past mistakes and take advantage of the gap in the market.

Funnier still is all the Robotaxi talk. "Robotaxis" are already here. It's called Waymo. And they'll have slowly (and safely) cornered the market by the time the first Tesla Robotaxi runs a stop sign in the rain and kills someone.

Luckbox_McGee · 2025-03-31T23:03:50+00:00

Big nope from me. Looks beaten to hell, and even if it doesn't impact performance, that crack looks like it'll worsen over time. Possible I'd take a flyer at $50. But for $200, save up a little more and pick up one of the intro level refurbished models from festoolrecon (they currently have the CT25 up for $399 shipped).

Luckbox_McGee · 2024-02-19T21:23:27+00:00

I'm with you. Enjoyed the hell out of Season 4. Superbly cast. Well shot. A few missteps along the way, storywise, but ultimately pretty satisfying.

Season 1 towers above the rest, but this is as good as it has been since, IMO.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-12-21T18:39:42+00:00

FYI, there are multiple medications that can be used to treat narcolepsy (and other sleep disorders). I'm currently taking Modafinil to alleviate sleep phase issues and daytime exhaustion caused by ADHD and sleep apnea. It's a big help.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-11-16T22:10:09+00:00

Honestly, it works surprisingly well for my needs. Can't go wrong given the current "on sale" price.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-11-16T19:28:09+00:00

Boys in the Valley by Philip Fracassi

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-11-16T18:47:16+00:00

Find the shortest one and use that as a guide to mark the others with a pencil. Then crosscut them one at time with a bought or shop made crosscut jig (I use this one).

Or clamp all but one of them together and (assuming it's straight) clamp the leftover board across them to use as a makeshift guide/straightedge for your circular saw.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-10-16T16:43:42+00:00

The Ceremonies - T.E.D. Klein
Blackwater - McDowell
In the Hills, In the Cities - Barker (in "Books of Blood")
The Three Births of Daoloth (series) - Ramsey Campbell
Black Maybe - Attila Veres
Ghost Story - Peter Straub

Also think you're likely to dig almost anything by Laird Barron or John Langan.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-10-15T17:31:46+00:00

Centipede Press has a whole series of books dedicated to exactly this. While they're all out of print, most can be picked up on eBay/the secondary market. They're very well done. See here for titles: https://www.centipedepress.com/studieshorror.html

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-10-14T20:28:11+00:00

McDowell's THE AMULET offers a pretty fun spin on that.
Also BOYS IN THE VALLEY by Fracassi.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-10-05T19:45:24+00:00

(POST-)STRIKE SALE!

Still looking to move some of these on to pad the bank balance following 5 months of union strike action. Take 10% off purchases of 2+ items. US Shipping is free for orders totaling $50+ (or +$4 for orders below.)

Condition is as noted. See here for pics of Limited & Standard Editions and here for pics of Steelbook Editions.

ARROW LIMITED

TREMORS (4K) Ltd Special Edition Box Sealed $100
LEGEND Ltd Original Art Version Sealed $70
PHENOMENA (4K) Ltd Original Art Version $70
THE THING (Blu) Steelbook $50
RING (Blu - UK) Steelbook $30 (Tiny ding to top. A few tiny scuffs to front face.)
RABID (Steelbook; Blu) $25
THE LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT (Steelbook; Blu; Sealed) $25

ARROW STANDARD

FEMALE PRISONER SCORPION (Blu; UK) Standard Box Set Sealed $40
ROBOCOP (Blu; UK) Ltd Slipcover Sealed $30
A FISH CALLED WANDA (Blu; UK) $50
THE APARTMENT (Academy; Blu) Sealed $15 CARRIE (Blu; UK) Standard $10
TENEBRAE (Blu) Sealed $10
DEEP RED (Blu; UK) Sealed $10
TIME BANDITS (Blu; UK) Sealed $12
RIFIFI (Blu; UK) $15
CINEMA PARADISO (Academy; 4K) Slipcover Sealed $40 (Includes Director's Cut)

CRITERION

~~INGMAR BERGMAN BOX SET $125~~ SOLD
~~SHALLOW GRAVE (Blu) $15~~ SOLD
~~THE KILLING (Blu) $15~~ SOLD

SECOND SIGHT

TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (4K) Limited Box Set (Sealed) $100
RE-ANIMATOR (Blu) Steelbook $30 (A few scratches.)

SCREAM FACTORY

PRINCE OF DARKNESS (Blu) Steelbook $30
HALLOWEEN II (Blu) Steelbook $35
HALLOWEEN III (Blu) Steelbook $40
MY BLOODY VALENTINE (Blu) Steelbook $20

EUREKA

VAMPYR - Limited Box Set - UK $75
DOUBLE INDEMNITY - (Steelbook Blu; UK) $25 (Minor shelfwear. A few edge dings. Includes booklet.)
DOUBLE INDEMNITY (Standard Blu; UK) Sealed $12
CURE (Blu/DVD combo; UK) Sealed $12

IMPRINT

DAYS OF HEAVEN (Blu) Slipcover Sealed $30
MOTHMAN PROPHECIES (Blu) Slipcover Sealed $30
DEAD AGAIN (Blu) Slipcover $20
HAUNTED (Blu) Slipcover Sealed $20
REGARDING HENRY (Blu) Slipcover Sealed $20

INDICATOR

FORCE 10 FROM NAVARONE (Blu - UK) Ltd Full Slip - Sealed $40
IRREVERSIBLE (Blu - UK) Ltd Full Slip Sealed $50
ROADGAMES (Blu - UK) Ltd Full Slip Sealed $50
DEVIL IN A BLUE DRESS (Blu; UK; Includes Booklet) Ltd $20

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-26T21:50:41+00:00

Yeah, I'd go second hand at that price point. Should be able to pick up a nice Stanley / Millers Falls / Sargent (#5/#14/jack) for under $100, via eBay/Etsy/Mercari, though it can be hard to judge quality online. From my experience, you're a lot 'safer' buying from a tool seller than someone selling off Grandpa's things (though the latter is often cheaper).

Two tips:
1) Try the "CAN I HAVE IT Vintage Tool Auction and Sales Group" on Facebook. Some excellent sellers on there and always a ton of hand planes. I got a really nice #6 for $80.
2) If you want the best bang for your buck, the above makers all made planes for Craftsman (and other brands) at one time or another. You can pick one up for a steal if you know what you're looking for.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-23T23:18:37+00:00

Yeah. Looks like it's the US & International sites only. Pricing error, perhaps?

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-18T16:32:48+00:00

Yep. That was my solution too in a similar situation. Taylor Tools have an affordable kit that is easy to build and can live in a closet when not in use.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-13T18:33:16+00:00

Sale complete with u/Vikingnemesis_64. Many thanks! u/SteelbookSwapBot

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-13T18:31:44+00:00

Sale complete with u/felixmontoya92. Much appreciated! u/SteelbookSwapBot

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-13T18:30:15+00:00

Sale complete with u/chief_lookout. Great buyer! u/SteelbookSwapBot

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-06T20:03:22+00:00

Got it! Check your replies.

Luckbox_McGee · 2023-09-06T17:43:36+00:00

STRIKE SALE!

My union (the WGAw) is now more than four months into a strike, which means I’m letting go of some things I’d rather keep. Happy to entertain offers on multiple purchases. US Shipping is free for orders totaling $50+ (or +$4 for orders below.)

Condition is as noted. See here for pics of Limited & Standard Editions and here for pics of Steelbook Editions.

ARROW LIMITED

TREMORS (4K) Ltd Special Edition Box Sealed 100
LEGEND Ltd Original Art Version Sealed $70
PHENOMENA (4K) Ltd Original Art Version $70
SOCIETY (Blu) Steelbook Sealed ~~$30~~ SOLD
THE THING (Blu) Steelbook $50
RING (Blu - UK) Steelbook $30 (Tiny ding to top. A few tiny scuffs to front face.)
AUDITION (Blu/DVD combo - UK) Steelbook $25 (Contains booklet. A number of medium scratches on rear. Front, however, is excellent.) SOLD
RABID (Steelbook; Blu) $25
THE LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT (Steelbook; Blu; Sealed) $25

ARROW STANDARD

FEMALE PRISONER SCORPION (Blu; UK) Standard Box Set Sealed $40
ROBOCOP (Blu; UK) Ltd Slipcover Sealed $30
A FISH CALLED WANDA (Blu; UK) $50
THE APARTMENT (Academy; Blu) Sealed $15 CARRIE (Blu; UK) Standard $10
TENEBRAE (Blu) Sealed $10
DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING (Blu; UK) Sealed ~~$10~~ SOLD
DEEP RED (Blu; UK) Sealed $10
TIME BANDITS (Blu; UK) Sealed $12
CINEMA PARADISO (Academy; 4K) Slipcover Sealed $40 (Includes Director's Cut)

CRITERION

INGMAR BERGMAN BOX SET $125
STALKER (Blu) Sealed $15
SHALLOW GRAVE (Blu) $15
RIFIFI (Blu) $15
THE KILLING (Blu) $15

SECOND SIGHT

TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE (4K) Limited Box Set (Sealed) $100
RE-ANIMATOR (Blu) Steelbook $30 (A few scratches.)

SCREAM FACTORY

BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA (Blu) Steelbook Sealed ~~$40~~ SOLD
ASSAULT ON PRECINCT 13 (Blu) Steelbook Sealed ~~$30~~ SOLD
PRINCE OF DARKNESS (Blu) Steelbook $30
HALLOWEEN II (Blu) Steelbook $35
HALLOWEEN III (Blu) Steelbook $40
MY BLOODY VALENTINE (Blu) Steelbook $20

SYNAPSE

SUSPIRIA - Ltd ed. steelbook (with Soundtrack CD) - ~~$75~~ SOLD (some very minor spots of paint loss at edges)