Sports Card Forum - A Sports Card Community - Blogs - Cardshow Reviews and Hockey Thoughts. by doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/blogs/8991-Cardshow-Reviews-and-Hockey-Thoughts SportsCardForum is your source for everything related to sports cards for collectors and non-collectors alike! en Sat, 06 Jun 2026 21:37:01 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.sportscardforum.com/images/misc/rss.jpg Sports Card Forum - A Sports Card Community - Blogs - Cardshow Reviews and Hockey Thoughts. by doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/blogs/8991-Cardshow-Reviews-and-Hockey-Thoughts Collectors to do list on protecting their cards and letting their family know how to best move it. https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2608-Collectors-to-do-list-on-protecting-their-cards-and-letting-their-family-know-how-to-best-move-it Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:08:46 GMT Another to-do list for collectors. If you have been collecting for many...]]>
Another to-do list for collectors.

If you have been collecting for many years, you have probably amassed a nice collection of cards as the hobby has exploded. I personally have been peddling away at the pile, of course; it never makes the wife happy that the hoard is still so large. We've probably all heard the kids, or possibly the wives, tell us they want nothing to do with sports cards when we passed. Granted, they might be sitting on a nice goose egg if they truly were to get a good return on them. If you plan on keeping them for a while, you might want to look at some insurance, so you never have to deal with what some collectors have dealt with in the past, be it water, fire, or other issues that ruin their whole collection in the blink of an eye.

1) INSURE YOUR CARDS:

Have you insured your cards? I have never insured the entire collection, but I did add a small rider that costs little. There are plenty of insurance specialists out there who will insure your whole collection, or, if you want to go the cheaper route and skip all the work, get a rider. If you are looking, you can easily get a rider through your current insurance company. Otherwise, there are specialized insurance entities that will insure your card collection for whatever your needs might be. It would always be catastrophic to not have your cards insured, and if something were to happen. If you want specific companies that have been in business, a quick Google search will list the most reputable ones.

1. Collectibles Insurance Services (Collect Insure)
2. American Collectors Insurance
3. Chubb

2)PRICE YOUR CARDS:

Do you have a system to ease the burden of what your collection might be worth? If you’re doing a show, you already have prices on the cards, which will speed things up. It will give you a general idea of what the cards might be worth. Some collectors use a detailed Excel sheet, while others use Beckett OPG, SCF Inventory Manager, or other programs that give you a ballpark figure for your inventory. This will help your family or whoever inherits your collection, and avoid having to use one of the many apps to sort your cards.

3) CONTACT PERSON:

Even if you have all your cards priced, because we all know there are certain cards that will move better via various avenues in the selling market. Iconic cards might fare better at an auction house. While other high-end to mid-range cards might fare better with a seller on eBay who focuses on selling cards for clients such as Probsteins123, Greg Morris Cards, DCSports87, Burbank Sportcards, etc. Many of the above consignment sellers will travel to pick up the collection; whoever ends up with it does not have to deal with much of the work. I am sure we all have heard or experienced stories of collections that were just taken to the local card shop or, for some, just given away to avoid the mess of dealing with the collection. Having a game plan will help the people in your life get the best return on your collection. So, talk to your significant other, kids, or others who might inherit the collection so they have an easy time moving the collection as you wish.

4) PROTECT YOUR CARDS:

Everybody who has been in the hobby for any length of time usually puts their cards in penny sleeves and top loaders to maintain top condition. If you do not insure your collection, you should take it one step further by buying a fire-rated safe. This will help your cards from being taken during a burglary or by anyone who knows you have valuable cards in your house. Having it locked up and bolted to the floor will definitely provide a strong deterrent to anyone trying to get away with your sizeable collection of 100- or 1000-dollar cards. Another step one should take in case of a fire is investing in a fire-rated safe. You can get budget-friendly models, but remember: they will not protect your slabs from melting or your cards from damage, as they only keep the temperature below 350. If you do go that route, invest in a fireproof document bag. This will give you another barrier and protect against smoke and steam, especially if you go with a cheaper safe. Another issue when a fire occurs is water, so if you want to think that far ahead, you might want to make sure the safe is ETL verified for water. It might be out of your budget, but if you're not going to get insurance, having a safe is just another layer of protection. We all know the best defense is the best offense, which is why you need a UL Class 125 Rating, in addition to ETL verification, to adequately protect all those slabs from melting.

Phoenix DataCare Fireproof Media Safe

Honeywell 2101 Fire Resistant SafeAnother to-do list for collectors.

If you have been collecting for many years, you have probably amassed a nice collection of cards as the hobby has exploded. I personally have been peddling away at the pile, of course; it never makes the wife happy that the hoard is still so large. We've probably all heard the kids, or possibly the wives, tell us they want nothing to do with sports cards when we passed. Granted, they might be sitting on a nice goose egg if they truly were to get a good return on them. If you plan on keeping them for a while, you might want to look at some insurance, so you never have to deal with what some collectors have dealt with in the past, be it water, fire, or other issues that ruin their whole collection in the blink of an eye.

1) INSURE YOUR CARDS:

Have you insured your cards? I have never insured the entire collection, but I did add a small rider that costs little. There are plenty of insurance specialists out there who will insure your whole collection, or, if you want to go the cheaper route and skip all the work, get a rider. If you are looking, you can easily get a rider through your current insurance company. Otherwise, there are specialized insurance entities that will insure your card collection for whatever your needs might be. It would always be catastrophic to not have your cards insured, and if something were to happen. If you want specific companies that have been in business, a quick Google search will list the most reputable ones.

1. Collectibles Insurance Services (Collect Insure)
2. American Collectors Insurance
3. Chubb

2)PRICE YOUR CARDS:

Do you have a system to ease the burden of what your collection might be worth? If you’re doing a show, you already have prices on the cards, which will speed things up. It will give you a general idea of what the cards might be worth. Some collectors use a detailed Excel sheet, while others use Beckett OPG, SCF Inventory Manager, or other programs that give you a ballpark figure for your inventory. This will help your family or whoever inherits your collection, and avoid having to use one of the many apps to sort your cards.

3) CONTACT PERSON:

Even if you have all your cards priced, because we all know there are certain cards that will move better via various avenues in the selling market. Iconic cards might fare better at an auction house. While other high-end to mid-range cards might fare better with a seller on eBay who focuses on selling cards for clients such as Probsteins123, Greg Morris Cards, DCSports87, Burbank Sportcards, etc. Many of the above consignment sellers will travel to pick up the collection; whoever ends up with it does not have to deal with much of the work. I am sure we all have heard or experienced stories of collections that were just taken to the local card shop or, for some, just given away to avoid the mess of dealing with the collection. Having a game plan will help the people in your life get the best return on your collection. So, talk to your significant other, kids, or others who might inherit the collection so they have an easy time moving the collection as you wish.

4) PROTECT YOUR CARDS:

Everybody who has been in the hobby for any length of time usually puts their cards in penny sleeves and top loaders to maintain top condition. If you do not insure your collection, you should take it one step further by buying a fire-rated safe. This will help your cards from being taken during a burglary or by anyone who knows you have valuable cards in your house. Having it locked up and bolted to the floor will definitely provide a strong deterrent to anyone trying to get away with your sizeable collection of 100- or 1000-dollar cards. Another step one should take in case of a fire is investing in a fire-rated safe. You can get budget-friendly models, but remember: they will not protect your slabs from melting or your cards from damage, as they only keep the temperature below 350. If you do go that route, invest in a fireproof document bag. This will give you another barrier and protect against smoke and steam, especially if you go with a cheaper safe. Another issue when a fire occurs is water, so if you want to think that far ahead, you might want to make sure the safe is ETL verified for water. It might be out of your budget, but if you're not going to get insurance, having a safe is just another layer of protection. We all know the best defense is the best offense, which is why you need a UL Class 125 Rating, in addition to ETL verification, to adequately protect all those slabs from melting.

Phoenix DataCare Fireproof Media Safe

Honeywell 2101 Fire Resistant Safe


 ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2608-Collectors-to-do-list-on-protecting-their-cards-and-letting-their-family-know-how-to-best-move-it <![CDATA[A few jerseys, auto's, refractors, and vintage for SCF rewards.]]> https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2577-A-few-jerseys-auto-s-refractors-and-vintage-for-SCF-rewards Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:55:20 GMT ---Quote (Originally by patriotsguy)--- ---Quote (Originally by doniceage)--- Nope it the only one I picked up at the show from a guy I was set up with. If you want it in a pwe hand sort I can...
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Nope it the only one I picked up at the show from a guy I was set up with.

If you want it in a pwe hand sort I can do that. I looked a ton of sales and the card sells from 5.20 to like 18 dollars with most in the middle.Just lmk as time permits.
@patriotsguy


DON

@doniceage pee hand sort is cool

@patriotsguy

What is a PEE HAND SORT?

I pulled it for you.
LOL

DON ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2577-A-few-jerseys-auto-s-refractors-and-vintage-for-SCF-rewards What can a $100 get you at a cardshow (Richmond, Kentucky Cardshow) April 3rd, 2021 https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2563-What-can-a-100-get-you-at-a-cardshow-(Richmond-Kentucky-Cardshow)-April-3rd-2021 Sat, 03 Apr 2021 20:43:45 GMT So I got up early and hit the roadshow for the cardshow in Richmond, Kentucky. Made a few stops at various Wal-Marts on the way and found a few boxes of Heritage and Donruss. Tried calling a few... So I got up early and hit the roadshow for the cardshow in Richmond, Kentucky.

Made a few stops at various Wal-Marts on the way and found a few boxes of Heritage and Donruss. Tried calling a few buddies as they had more than a few so was going to sell them at cost if they wanted them. One told me to get him two of each the other guy never answered his phone. Well, it definitely not cool when you calling early California time LOL.


The show information can be found on this page:
https://www.facebook.com/richmondcardshow/

So upon entering I hit the boxes which were not priced. The guy just said the more you buy the better deal so I started with a few Topps Archives and then kept adding to the pile. So I pulled all theses and the damage was $60.












Then I was looking at another table and the guy had some hockey (small stack about 10 cards). Asked him how much he was like how about $2 a card. I was like no. So then he proceeds to take out another stack and I ask how much for all of them and he was like $30. I was all over it as there was about 35 cards in the stack so we went from two dollars down to under a $1 per card. I can live with that any day when their is a assortment of card in the pile. So here is what was in that pile.















So I waited with a former moderator of the board (htz_wheelz) and chatted for a bit. The same dealer who sold me the hockey came up with another small lot about 10 cards and said how about $5. Again .50 cents a card with some autos, game used, inserts, etc. how can you pass it up. So here what was in that pile.
I ended up getting 22 game used, 11 autographs, 9 inserts or rookie cards. All the cards can be seen here. As I can only add 10 photo's:

https://www.sportscardforum.com/thre...3#post15008893


Then, I was killing some time waiting walking around and went back to the guy who sold me all the hockey. He mentioned that the soft sleeve cards I was looking at was a dime. So picked out 25 and ended paying $2 for that stack picture below.


I truly think you cannot go wrong with all those cards for $97 versus trying your hands at a few retail boxes but that is just me. All, I know the is the card market is going crazy. So I headed to Jimmy's Kentucky Roadshow Shop I was going to try to sell some older retail from basketball to make a few bucks. I walked into that shop and dropped off two boxes on the counter of 19/20 Optic Basketball and they offered to take one box as the other one had a little damage on the box. Took the offer of $225 and then a young boy named Patrick asked me how much I wanted for the box. I said make me a offer as I was content to take it home and open it as the other box paid for that and some. So he proceeded to offer me $200 for the box and I hope he does good. During that time less than 15 minutes they moved the Optic box for $350. So, I can say there are definitely some folks out there who are willing to drop hundreds on boxes of retail.

So was happy with a quick day at the show chatting with a few friends, picking up some neat cards, picking up some retails for a friend, and making a few bucks on a few boxes of retail.


p.s. Sorry it would only let me add 10 photo's.
DON ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2563-What-can-a-100-get-you-at-a-cardshow-(Richmond-Kentucky-Cardshow)-April-3rd-2021 Lexington, Kentucky sports cards show September 26th 2020. https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2558-Lexington-Kentucky-sports-cards-show-September-26th-2020 Sat, 26 Sep 2020 17:33:38 GMT The old location was the Armory and that show had been going on since the 80's. As it made it probably the longest running sport cards show in the same location that I have ever known about. Recently, the show promoter changed the venue to the Clarion hotel on Newton Pike. The reviews were in favor of this location so it looks like it might be happening there in the future. So with all the Covid-19 stuff still lingering it nice to see the shows circuit getting back into business even though there is a limit on the number of folks inside. For those of you from Kentucky you will not find a better selection of Kentucky cards as almost all the vendors will be carrying the local favorites with U.K. Players (basketball predominately being featured), with a mix of local teams from Cincinnati Reds and the Ohio State Buckeyes rounding out the the top 3. The best thing about the show is the price cannot be beat as I think it $25 to set up. Which makes it very attractive to even the small guys or gals in the hobby as just a collector to move some cards compared to the pay sites out there. So if you ever in the area feel free to contact the show promoter at the information below. '

Larry Watt
Phone:859-619-0380

Here is a quick scan of the show venue in two shots.





As you can see quite a crown with most of the folks gathers on the one side of the show as the other side did not set up until later. Some sweet deals to be had as always. Here is a few of the things I picked up in now particular order with the Graham being the highest dollar purchase at $15 with the other cards from mostly in the .25 and .10 cent boxes.
Definitely think the Otto graham is the first star followed by the Paul Hornung being the 2nd star.


















]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/2558-Lexington-Kentucky-sports-cards-show-September-26th-2020 2012/13 In The Game ITG Forever Rivals Hockey 10 Box Case Groupbreak https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/1573-2012-13-In-The-Game-ITG-Forever-Rivals-Hockey-10-Box-Case-Groupbreak Mon, 22 Oct 2012 08:02:32 GMT A groupbreak of a great product from ITG with two of the greatest Franchises to ever hit the ice. The possiblities of hitting some major mojo is there: Look at the product information: ... A groupbreak of a great product from ITG with two of the greatest Franchises to ever hit the ice. The possiblities of hitting some major mojo is there:

Look at the product information:


http://www.itgtradingcards.com/produ...forever-rivals

If you want to join a hockey groupbreak here your chance.

http://www.sportscardforum.com/threa...ase+Groupbreak

Any quesitons feel free to ask.

DON ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/1573-2012-13-In-The-Game-ITG-Forever-Rivals-Hockey-10-Box-Case-Groupbreak Abbotsford Heat line up to sign autos (how often does this happen). https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/861-Abbotsford-Heat-line-up-to-sign-autos-(how-often-does-this-happen) Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:53:14 GMT BY: Babying (Wayne) The bus comes and the players are coming out very very very fast. I think my son is only going to get 4-5 autos at best. He got 16 (missed 4 guys). Can you believe the guys... BY: Babying (Wayne)

The bus comes and the players are coming out very very very fast. I think my son is only going to get 4-5 autos at best. He got 16 (missed 4 guys). Can you believe the guys lined up and waited their turn to sign for him. I honestly can't believe what I saw. We had to hockey cards of Leland Irving and the guys told my son where he was. He signed both cards and I had a puck but did not know who Irving was. So unfortunately did not get Irving on a puck. I did see 2 guys just walk into the Ricoh while the others (10-12 waited their turn to sign). Still can't believe what I saw. ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/861-Abbotsford-Heat-line-up-to-sign-autos-(how-often-does-this-happen) Dulles Expo Center-Chantilly, Virginia (Dulles Expo Center N BLDG) March 2010 https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/854-Dulles-Expo-Center-Chantilly-Virginia-(Dulles-Expo-Center-N-BLDG)-March-2010 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:23:24 GMT BY the member Rabs: Hey everyone I know a few other members here went to the Chantilly show the last weekend in March. I was unable to meet any of them sadly and it was my first time at the CSA... BY the member Rabs:

Hey everyone I know a few other members here went to the Chantilly show the last weekend in March. I was unable to meet any of them sadly and it was my first time at the CSA show (they have three a year) and my largest show ever. I wasn't expecting to see so much memorabilia there as I did, including helmets and jerseys but it was pretty neat. There was also a lot of unique artwork as well, such as 3D athlete portraits. You can see some of the guy’s work here: http://playactionportraits.com/index.html

I was there all three days and here are the pics I took of the event:

http://s58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...0March%202010/

The athletes that were signing autographs were impressive. I saw Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, Paul Hournung, Jerome Bettis, Herschel Walker, Mike Ditka, Doug Flutie, and more (most of which you can view from the link above to the pictures I took of the event)!!! The only one I got to meet and sign something for me was Brian Orakpo who I love since my favorite college is team is Texas and my favorite pro team is the Skins (he played for one and now plays for the other). Here are the pics of me and him, I especially like the second one since we did the hook em horns sign!!!





As far as what I picked up at the show, here are the goods:


# /25


# /50


# /99


# /50

Overall I was very glad I was able to attend the show. I plan on going back and had a really good time. I honestly have spent more money on cards at other shows, but the atmosphere was different than a normal card show. There were tables everywhere and being so close to so many famous athletes was amazing! I would recommend anyone in the Virginia/Maryland area to try to make it out to the show at some point, it’s a good time! ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/854-Dulles-Expo-Center-Chantilly-Virginia-(Dulles-Expo-Center-N-BLDG)-March-2010 Gonzaga Hall- Milwaukee, WI 1/25/10 Show Review https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/853-Gonzaga-Hall-Milwaukee-WI-1-25-10-Show-Review Sun, 11 Apr 2010 03:18:18 GMT By member xexus

Selection of cards: I thought there was a good selection. I saw years ranging for the at least the 50's (maybe older) to 2008.
The show doesn't emphasize one sport over another.

Selection of Wax Boxes: I know there was a decent selection for football and baseball but for others I don't know since I only collect football and baseball.

Pricing: Some I believe are a little pricey buy I don't really know since I've never bought wax (that is if you include a box of 2007 Score football, lol, and a box of 2005 Donruss Team Heroes baseball, retail box of 24packs at Wal-Mart)

Prices on cards: Me and my friend got cards below BV and I even got like 2-3 Greg Olsen base rookies for only 10cents each. Also I bought Serial #'ed cards, no name people for 10cents, Jersey and Autos varied.

Signers: No.

Admission Price: $1 as stated above

Raffles or Prizes: There are raffles, only raffle I heard was for $20! Plus they have auctions for cards, shirts, photos, and more. It's one thing at a time, NOT a silent auction.

Friendliness of Dealers: I found most all the people I dealt with to be nice. I got a discount from one guy. Instead of paying like $48.50 for the cards,which included 4 LT jerseys, he let me have the cards for $40. Hey around $8.50 isn't bad, more money to buy cards with!

Pictures: None, didn't bring a camera.

Video: Nope.

Overall Experience: I still loved the card show, even though it's only my 2-3 time going. I think it's a nice card show to go. Plus others must agree because it was crowded! (even though it wasn't really that big of ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/853-Gonzaga-Hall-Milwaukee-WI-1-25-10-Show-Review Shriners Auditorium Show – Wilmington Mass November 7, 2009 (BY Schwood) https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/663-Shriners-Auditorium-Show-–-Wilmington-Mass-November-7-2009-(BY-Schwood) Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:21:27 GMT Shriners Auditorium Show – Wilmington Mass November 7, 2009 by Jeff Woodward (aka schwood) So, I was asked to do a short write up on the Shriners Show in Wimington. This show is run by the... Shriners Auditorium Show – Wilmington Mass November 7, 2009
by Jeff Woodward (aka schwood)

So, I was asked to do a short write up on the Shriners Show in Wimington. This show is run by the GBSSC (Greater Boston Sports Collectors Club). What a great show! There are close to 250 tables, and this show certainly does not disappoint. And starting last year, it is held twice a year now. Once in November and once sometime in the summer. Unfortunately I missed the one in the summer.

A typical day (at this show in particular), I start out by showing up early on Saturday. Walk through the convention center and get a feel for what there is to offer. Usually I will head out to the restaurant and get some autographs. In the past I have gotten Dwight Evans, Jim Rice and Clay Buchholz (can you tell this show is in the Boston area). Then head back out and spend some money on my PC. And mixed in there will be getting trade bait for some of my favorite traders. Then my buddy and I will get a box to split and I might get another one, and then we go bust our stuff, and the day is complete.

This year was a little bit different. I get to the show late, arriving around noon. So, right off the bat, I am behind by three hours, and so not so much time to get situated at the show. So, I decide, I am going right to the spending. I have decided to skip the autographs this year. Good guests this year, I just didn’t have the time to spare. The lineup included Robin Yount, Pete Rose, Mike Schmidt, Robert Parish, and many others.

As I walk into the convention center, it is set up the same as always. A split in the aisles across the whole center in front of me as I walk in, with four or five aisles of on each side, with tables on both sides of the aisle. If you have never been to a show, this one is really overwhelming. The first time I came to this show, I had no idea what to do, and spent most of money in the first half hour and didn’t even get to see everything before I was out of cash.

Anyway, my plan this year, was to walk the whole show and buy when I see something I really like. I have too much money with me this year. Or so I thought. Anyway, the first area off to the left as I walk in, is a lot of vintage stuff and also a lot of memorabilia. I am not a huge memorabilia collector and I have a lot of vintage stuff to keep me satisfied, and so I can bypass a lot of these areas. So, I do just that. When I say memorabilia, I mean pictures, bats, balls, pennants, and you pretty much name it, they have it here.

So, I move through the first aisle pretty quickly. I get to the second aisle. Now, let me preempt the rest of this by saying I collect Boston area stuff, and mostly cards. GU and Autos and whatever else I can get my hands on. So, I see a guy with some Boston stuff up on those display racks. I take a quick look at it. He has some nice Bruins Autos for 5 bucks a piece. Which to me is a steal. I go and buy these online, and I pay 3 bucks shipping alone. So, I pick up a nice Adam Oates Auto, Pete Peeters Auto, Wayne Cashman Auto, and Ken Hodge Auto for 20 bucks. To me, an absolute steal. I then continue on.



I get to the next aisle, and see a guy with a huge amount of lower end Autos for like 2 bucks a piece. Here comes some trade bait! I usually find great deals spread across the show. This guy has a ton. I think I bought 50 dollars worth of trade bait from this guy. Some really really great stuff. So, knock the trade bait off the list. Also found a couple of cool ex-Patriots and ex-Red Sox Autos in there as well. Could not believe these were only 2 bucks a piece.





I move down two tables and see a couple of things I could really use. He has some Sweet Spot Autos. Papelbon and Lester to be precise. I don't have these. I also see a couple of others that I could use for another trader whom I owe something. So, I pick up a Vlad and a Brooks Robinson which I know he has neither. So, knock that off the list as well. I also got a very nice Jerod Mayo Auto and a Jon Lester Just Auto (which unfortunately I didn't realize I already had). Oh well. I can trade it. This is sweet. I have been here a half hour. Knocked two things off my list, and haven't spent a ton of cash just yet.



I don't find too much else I am interested in over the next half hour. So, I continue on. I finish up with one half of the show. I meet up with my buddy, and he has gotten a couple of very nice cards. Again, a Red Sox only collector. So, he doesn't always find as much as I do.

I then continue on to the other half of the convention center. This place is really in the middle of an auditorium with all of the bleachers pulled back, so it just seems huge. So, I continue on. I find a few more things that I could use. A couple of lower end Red Sox autos, a great Jerod Mayo Auto and a one of my favorite pick ups of the day, my first Jason Bay auto in the Sox uni.



Then I find a guy selling some nice vintage. Well, I am looking for a nice Willie Mays for a very good friend of mine. I have to buy the one this guy has. It is sweet. And I just hope my buddy Ed does not have it. Anyway, I pick it up. I had found a couple of other things I could use for trade bait as well, but the prices the guys wanted for them was unreal, so I pass.

Last year, there was a table that all the guy had was Letter Patch Autos. I am working on a complete alphabet of Boston sports Letter Autos, and I am looking for two in particular. I figure this guy must have them. Unfortunately after searching the whole place, the guy is not there.

But, overall a good day so far. Now, the last thing my buddy and I do is always go and grab some boxes. Well, I have done well already, and don't need any boxes, but the kid in me needs to break some wax. So, I way overbuy some stuff. Boy was I not disappointed. I buy a box each of TTT, Ticket to Stardom, SPA 08, SPA 09, 09 Sweet Spot and 08 Heroes. Don't want to get overly verbose here, so I just tell you, I pulled some awesome stuff out of these. Felix Hernandez Bat Barrel Auto, Griffey GU Auto, Pence BTL, Uehara BTL, tons of other GU and Autos. Just a ton of cool stuff. My pull of the day was a sweet Gehrig GU /9 from TTT. I am planning on selling it online though. I also pulled a couple of decent Sox GU out of these boxes as well.


But, I have to say the pull of the day did not come out of one of my boxes. My buddy pulled a Tiexiera GU/Auto 1 of 1 out of TTT. Unfortunately for both of us, he plays for the Yankees, and we are Sox fans. But that card was sweet. He immediately put it online and it just sold the other day. And it pretty much paid for his whole day at the show.

Anyway, had a great time at the show. This is really a great show, and if you are ever in the area definitely hit up this show. Tons of great stuff there. Always good trade bait, great Boston stuff, and good prices on boxes. And this year was the best year for good hits from the boxes I bought. Got a ton of PC stuff, some great stuff for some of my favorite traders, and pulled a few very nice things out of the boxes I bought. So, I really can't complain.
[/FONT][/COLOR][/QUOTE] ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/663-Shriners-Auditorium-Show-–-Wilmington-Mass-November-7-2009-(BY-Schwood) Taylor Michigan Gibraltar Trade Center Cardshow review by redwingfn7 https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/659-Taylor-Michigan-Gibraltar-Trade-Center-Cardshow-review-by-redwingfn7 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:35:44 GMT Kelin (redwingfn7) went to the Gibraltar Trade Center (http://www.gibraltartrade.com/) for a cardshow which I think is one of the best in the Nation. Even with the economic downturn it still a good... Kelin (redwingfn7) went to the Gibraltar Trade Center for a cardshow which I think is one of the best in the Nation. Even with the economic downturn it still a good show to hit if your in the area.

Here what he had to say.

The gibraltar show to me is still pretty good. I haven't met up with anyone from the site to trade, but I have found some great deals. It is definately the best place to get a box of cards, lots of great guys. I have had a chance to get to know several of the dealers of boxes and htey will give some good deals.

As for single hockey cards, there weren't that many dealers. Also there weren't too many people there looking to buy. It was really tough since I am looking to start selling a little more of the collection to focus my PC and get money to buy Sawchuk cards.

Kelin

So thanks to Kelin for taking the time to let us know how the show is currently.

Don ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/659-Taylor-Michigan-Gibraltar-Trade-Center-Cardshow-review-by-redwingfn7 Lexington National Guard Armory Cardshow pickups 11/27/09 https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/658-Lexington-National-Guard-Armory-Cardshow-pickups-11-27-09 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:21:10 GMT I headed out as usual to the show knowing a few things. It was the Holiday and UK was playing. So the show would be busy early then die down later due to UK being at home. Also, with the Holidays... I headed out as usual to the show knowing a few things. It was the Holiday and UK was playing. So the show would be busy early then die down later due to UK being at home. Also, with the Holidays you never know how a show will be as some dealers will not be there due to family commitments etc. So with that I headed out and waited to see what awaited me upon my arrival.

It was packed with dealers and deals were abound. As many dealers from TN had driven up as I know of six that were in attendance. Jeremy from Columbus, another guy from WV, and the rest from KY.

I bought some football at my first stop after saying hi to a few guys that always show up.

Bought these game used for a $1 each.

baseball:



Football:





Then I went to a dealer and sold the left overs from this thread about 70 of them for $6.

http://www.sportscardforum.com/showthread.php?t=937536

Found a hockey lot which is almost impossible as KY has no hockey team within 3 hours plus but found these:


The big hits of the show hockey wise:



All in all it was a great show as I mentioned SCF to one or two guys that had not heard about it and just talked the hobby with a few others.

Don ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/658-Lexington-National-Guard-Armory-Cardshow-pickups-11-27-09 Neshaminy Mall show in PA (Oct 23-25th) review by jpietrzak7862 https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/622-Neshaminy-Mall-show-in-PA-(Oct-23-25th)-review-by-jpietrzak7862 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:32:17 GMT Well I was set up the past 3 days for the show at Neshaminy mall and wanted to share with everyone what happened. Friday started out slow but did pick up eventually, but my best days were Saturday... Well I was set up the past 3 days for the show at Neshaminy mall and wanted to share with everyone what happened. Friday started out slow but did pick up eventually, but my best days were Saturday and Sunday. While sitting at my table I got a little bored and decided to bust a box of 2009 Triple Threads and was very pleased with my results. I pulled a Bob Gibson 8 piece relic foldout. I would love to get scans up for everyone but I sold the card later that day. I also did very well the the Flyers and Phillies cards. With the Phillies being back in the World Series they were selling like hot cakes. The Flyers are always great sellers here in Philadelphia so I was able to sell many of them. My best day overall was Sunday where I was able to sell a 58 Mantle Flyers Quad auto and a kevin Kolb Exquisite patch, just to name a few. Overall the show was a great success and look forward to my next show at Montgomery Mall in PA in January. Thanks evryone for reading. I also made some nice pick ups through purchases and trades and I will post them up later. ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/622-Neshaminy-Mall-show-in-PA-(Oct-23-25th)-review-by-jpietrzak7862 A few pictures from the 30th National Sport Collector Convention. https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/493-A-few-pictures-from-the-30th-National-Sport-Collector-Convention Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:20:57 GMT I love getting in touch with members and just people I meet and talk to year after year. So if you stopped by and just talked, traded, etc. thanks.

Here are some pic's.

As a pens fan you have to love this as what better than a actual game used Stanley Cup jersey of your favorite player (Letang).



Just to share it authenticity I share you this.



I love talking to this young man year after year even though he never come to the site no matter how much I say about it LOL. He and his buddy have some sweet cards hopefully one day he joins.

Here another thing I love about the National meeting members and sharing their pickups. Asd you seen I added some videos of legend33 on the SCF Youtube channel.

http://www.youtube.com/user/Sportscardforum

Here a member that drove all the way from Nova Scotia how that for some hobby love I have more breaks to add from CMCCDONALD1.

But here is his quick break of some Ultimate.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFKtYYG98as

Will add some more of his as time allows. Might need to holler at the PINCHO below as he a Mess collector. He stopped by the table and introduce himself and shared his show pickup as well Here him with the card and a close of his newest addition for the PC.





Then I had a guy drop me a line to take a picture of a associate of Press Pass. So went and found out who she was and had her partner take this picture. Hopefully, my boss doesn't mind me running around on the clock to get some pictures per a member request.

]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/493-A-few-pictures-from-the-30th-National-Sport-Collector-Convention What is in a VIP Bag (30th Nationals Sport Collector Convention). https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/492-What-is-in-a-VIP-Bag-(30th-Nationals-Sport-Collector-Convention) Sun, 09 Aug 2009 23:00:28 GMT Every year people ask what do you get when you go to the Nationals as a regular joe or the VIP packages. Well many wonder what in a VIP bag which you get: VIP BAG: Image:... Every year people ask what do you get when you go to the Nationals as a regular joe or the VIP packages. Well many wonder what in a VIP bag which you get:

VIP BAG:


Once you take time to open it up the cards that come out are usually pretty cool especially if your a diehard for a certain sport.

Sportkings set From ITG Dr. Price:



Card from FCB (freedom cardboard):



Unopened packs from UD, Press Pass, and Topps:



The sets when opened:

UD:


Press Pass:


SMR magazine, your ticket voucher for free autograph usually about 15 or so, and other goodies:



If you have any questions feel free to ask.

Don ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/492-What-is-in-a-VIP-Bag-(30th-Nationals-Sport-Collector-Convention) What in a VIP Bag (30th Nationals Sport Collector Convention). https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/491-What-in-a-VIP-Bag-(30th-Nationals-Sport-Collector-Convention) Sun, 09 Aug 2009 22:59:56 GMT Every year people ask what do you get when you go to the Nationals as a regular joe or the VIP packages. Well many wonder what in a VIP bag which you get: VIP BAG: Image:... Every year people ask what do you get when you go to the Nationals as a regular joe or the VIP packages. Well many wonder what in a VIP bag which you get:

VIP BAG:


Once you take time to open it up the cards that come out are usually pretty cool especially if your a diehard for a certain sport.

Sportkings set From ITG Dr. Price:



Card from FCB (freedom cardboard):



Unopened packs from UD, Press Pass, and Topps:



The sets when opened:

UD:


Press Pass:


SMR magazine, your ticket voucher for free autograph usually about 15 or so, and other goodies:



If you havr any qyestions feel free to ask.

Don ]]> doniceage https://www.sportscardforum.com/entries/491-What-in-a-VIP-Bag-(30th-Nationals-Sport-Collector-Convention)