I think you guys don't understand opportunity cost and portfolio theory.  The question isn't whether Silver is a solid investment or not, but whether XC has more potential over a certain time horizon. Using some of your silver to purchase an investment you think will perform better over time isn't crazy, you should just make sure you do the necessary research to feel confident in your investment decision.  Nobody here knows what % of your portfolio is in silver, so they can't answer the question. As it stands, he has the option to purchase silver with his btc, or any alt coin.  Blindly saying he is crazy is a bad response.  Why don't you guys just sell all your btc now and buy silver with it.  According to your posts, you would be crazy not to.