1978Matt,
Thanks for that link, I've been searching for results for someone with similar hair and I think you've found the perfect one. Appreciate the info.
Gillenator,
Regarding my family history it's hit or miss: my dad is 66 and has one of the thickest heads of hair I've ever seen and I curse him everyday for not giving me his hair genes. And my Dad's bother is probably Norwood 6-7 at this point. So its pretty polarized.
In reality, I'm ok with the hairline receding. I've convinced myself that just means I'm more interesting and full of wisdom. I do have a problem with losing it in the front center and the thinning on the crown.
Thanks for taking the time to give me some advice. And yes, I grew up on Dirty Harry movies and Clint Eastwood westerns. Got to love that sneer of his before ices the bad guy.