Cat- I've 'followed' Avino Mines for decades. They have always 'managed' their shares well. David Wolfin (and his past-Dad, LOU is a Legend) had a few other stock as well, that my Portfolio frequented. [Balmoral ? is the only one I can think of right now] They do fly in hot metal markets, no doubt, as was proven last week, but don't you think there are easier ways to 'double' your money? I always felt ASM was too stingy. Didn't they use to pay a 'dividend'? Then they dropped payments during a metal downturn and never resumed. I think its a 'safe' bet. You'll do fine. I hope you are more 'patient' with this one. It's difficult to be 'stable' when you're chasing your tail. Good Investing Brother. GaL