Cardshow Reviews and Hockey Thoughts.

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: ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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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 ...