Help with 1986 Topps Reds Set

[BigRedMachine]

I have found about half the addresses I need to get started TTM. The other half I need help either with addresses or advice on how to acquire. Here is the list:

Ron Robinson - P
Jay Tibbs - P
Dave Van Gorder - C
Andy McGaffigan - P
Joe Price - P
Tom Hume - P
Mario Soto - P
Gary Redus - OF
Tom Browning - P
Dann Bilardello - C
Buddy Bell - 3B

Then I saw somewhere that John Franco and Dave Concepcion (who are also on the list) are tough to get, anyone know? Also I saw where Dave Parker charges, anyone know how much? I know Pete Rose charges but does Tony Perez? I have Pete, Dave and Tony's addresses from the TTMM but just curious on how much they charge. Bo Diaz is also on this roster which I think will be my toughest sig since he has been dead for 20 yrs and there was only about a 4 year window for him to sign this card.

Everyone else on the roster I have found and have out right now or am getting ready to send out. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

BTW: I only started this 2 weeks ago but Eddie Milner has been my only success so far.

[wmhc28413]

parker wants $20 for a card, $25 for a ball or photo and $35 for bat or jersey...

good luck..

[BigRedMachine]

Answered one of my own questions:

JUNE 14 2010

DAVE CONCEPCION, former Cincinnati Reds player, will be signing at Cardboard Heroes at the Kenwood Mall from 6:00-8:00 pm. Tickets will be $30 for smaller items like baseballs and 8x10 photos and $50 for premium items like bats, jerseys, and equipment. Please call 513 791 1651 for more information.


parker wants $20 for a card, $25 for a ball or photo and $35 for bat or jersey...

good luck..

Thanks for the info!

[puffster31]

here you go:

Ron Robinson - 3128 E. Race Ave. Visalia, CA 93292
Jay Tibbs - 905 Smith Road Oneonta, AL 35121
Dave Van Gorder - 212 Callaway Road Gay, GA 30218
Andy McGaffigan - 6243 Forrestwood Dr. E Lakeland, FL 33811
Joe Price - 57152 Willow Way Washington, MI 48094
Tom Hume - 3810 Redfish Ct. Palmetto, FL 34221
Mario Soto - Cincinnati Reds 100 Main StreetAttn: Director, Dominican Operations Cincinnati, OH 45202 (99% sure he won't sign)
Gary Redus - 2202 Mallard Ln. SE Decatur, AL 35601
Tom Browning - 3094 Friars Ln. Edgewood, KY 41017
Dann Bilardello - 560 Alexandria Ave. SW Vero Beach, FL 32968
Buddy Bell - 9710 E. La Posada Cir. Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Franco and Concepcion are tough to get. I know Concepcion will be inducted into the Reds Hall of Fame this year - I'm sure there will be times he will sign during that weekend. Parker and Rose charge for their autographs. I see successes TTM on Rose but I have a hard time believing they are real (autopenned). I got Perez TTM a few years back through the Florida Marlins - I'm not certain if he's still affiliated with them or not.

It might be easier to obtain a certified auto of Franco, Concepcion, and Parker. They range in prices from $4-$20. A certified Rose auto will set you back some but if you're ever in Las Vegas, he signs at Field of Dreams in Caesars Palace - $85 per auto. You do get your picture taken with him and can speak with him for a little while.

Good luck!

[BigRedMachine]

Thanks puffster31, this a big help. That sucks about Mario Soto he was one I was really hoping to get, oh well won't hurt to try.

Sounds like some of these guys I will need some luck in order to get signatures. I've had this 86 Topps Reds set since high school and I figured it would be nice to get every card signed, wish me luck!!

[puffster31]

you might catch soto on a good day. i'm fairly certain he has publicity criteria he has to meet for his job.


Thanks puffster31, this a big help. That sucks about Mario Soto he was one I was really hoping to get, oh well won't hurt to try.

Sounds like some of these guys I will need some luck in order to get signatures. I've had this 86 Topps Reds set since high school and I figured it would be nice to get every card signed, wish me luck!!