Tom,
I think you might've missed what I was saying. I was making a HUGE hypothetical argument that IF those two courses were built today exactly as they sit, that Brack would cost much less. I based that conclusion on a few factors; namely the number of bunkers, size of irrigated area, and earthmoving in general.
As it is though, Bandit is about 10 years old and Brack is about 80 years old (albeit with a brand new renovation). Sorry if what I wrote came out as confusing, but I was just trying to illustrate to the reader that good courses and compelling bunkering are aren't necessarily cost or size driven.
Apples to oranges is indeed the correct statement my friend. I'll try and keep that in mind when comparing the bunker positioning and esthetics where comparing courses. I'll be doing the same in three weeks when I play Ballyneal and Common Ground on consecutive days.