It's even more amazing that in 1969 (the year he retired) Kramer was named to the NFL's All-Time Team for the 50th Anniversary of the league, yet has yet to be enshrined to the Pro Football Hall of Fame even though a number of linemen from before 1969 that were NOT selected ARE in the Hall. Go figure.
Interesting article on Bullet Bill Dudley. Said he scored in 9 of the 10 possible ways of scoring in football. Try to give it a guess before reading the article...extra credit if you identify the 10th way of scoring, the only score that Dudley did not accomplish.
I only came up with 9 ways of scoring...HOF Article
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Hey Ryan! I see no problem with you liguidating your 60's & 70's cards, your a BigDaddyBOWMAN collector mainly- and Chicle collector as well
I have been absent from this thread for awhile now, I still love Football & Football cards but it really took alot out of me when I dismantled my 52 set ( or attempt at the set I should say ) I did the right thing in my mind and believe it or not I regret it a little bit, I think after I sold those it was much easier to part with my other high grade cards and now I have a bunch of beautiful 5-6 grade stuff that I do cherish. The money isnt an issue its just that Im thinking long and hard before I continue to pursue stuff- I dont want to resell them down the road because I changed my mind AGAIN
I think that Im going to finish plucking away at some more of my favorite Bowmans and a few Chicles- not sure when though.
<< <i>Interesting article on Bullet Bill Dudley. Said he scored in 9 of the 10 possible ways of scoring in football. Try to give it a guess before reading the article...extra credit if you identify the 10th way of scoring, the only score that Dudley did not accomplish.
I only came up with 9 ways of scoring...HOF Article >>
Couldn't you add to that list 1) scoring on a blocked punt and 2) scoring on a blocked field goal attempt?
Well i would try to talk you out of selling off your collection , but you dont know me from a hole in the ground . That being said , there are certain times when we have to make tough decisions . Although alot of us collect for the love of it , its nice when we can turn cardboard into cash when there are no other logical solutions .
I do hope you dont have to liquidate the entire collection because you do have an outstanding collection . Good Luck
A collector of all things Braves Always looking for Chipper Jones cards. Im a very focused collector of cards from 1909 - 2012...LOL
<< <i>Well i would try to talk you out of selling off your collection , but you dont know me from a hole in the ground . That being said , there are certain times when we have to make tough decisions . Although alot of us collect for the love of it , its nice when we can turn cardboard into cash when there are no other logical solutions .
I do hope you dont have to liquidate the entire collection because you do have an outstanding collection . Good Luck >>
________________________________________- I won't be parting with my beloved Bowman....It really is a sickness but oh so much fun...Im still up about 1500 so I don't feel to bad!
I can't stop!!...... here is todays new arrival...
I picked up a 1906 postcard with a picture of the Carlisle Indian School football team - there were no names but after a little research I've done some identification - certain players I'm quite sure of, but others are more tentative - I'd be interested in anyone's suggestions.
Right now its a birdhouse...might be able to upsize to a doghouse soon!
I have sold over $2,500 recently, and I gave my wife half of it and told her "no matter what I say...keep it for the house." So thats what we did..I spent half in new Bowmans and other half went to the house renovation fund.
yes...I am a cardboard junkie...and Bowman is my drug of choice!
There is a group of autographed Bowmans in the Legendary Auction catalog that arrived in the mail today - also a lot of Goal Line Art cards, quite a few signed.
Sometimes you get a card in the mail and it just takes your breath away! This one did it for me. Its always special holding a Baugh in your hand for us football collectors (I wish it was a '48). Picked it up for $115.00...surprised I got it for that PWCC often gets well above VCP on their auctions. It proves that patience can get you a great card for a good price.
Tony
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I am thinking about doing the '51 set now..............................Almost ready to make a decision, once I do I will be doing my part to keep thisd thread going again
Good luck with the Van Brocklin...tough to get centered and ones that are seem to go for a premium. The Landry demands high $, but the rest are reasonable...losts of great second year cards of Graham, Fears, Tittle, Hirsch, Groza, Canadeo, etc.
Tony
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I am thinking about doing the '51 set now..............................Almost ready to make a decision, once I do I will be doing my part to keep thisd thread going again >>
------------------------------------------------------------------ Very Nice Baugh...
Perk no offense but Ill kill ya if you start the 51 set. Let me finish it first! I can't afford anymore competition on it!
Good luck with the Van Brocklin...tough to get centered and ones that are seem to go for a premium. The Landry demands high $, but the rest are reasonable...losts of great second year cards of Graham, Fears, Tittle, Hirsch, Groza, Canadeo, etc.
Tony >>
Yea other than the Van Brocklin & Landry the other big ones in the set are affordable- funny thing is I like the Layne, Fears, Hirsch, Groza, much better than in the 52 set although the Van Brocklin & Tittle are not as nice IMO.
A number of questions I have for myself need to be answered before I embark such as condition, and if Im SERIOUSLY going to finish it and not bail like I did on my 52 set....
I will keep you guys informed!
Ryan- I been keeping a very low profile in the card world, no need to worry about competition from me I will go after the ones you already have ( pinky swear )
Im looking into a condo to purchase as well as a new car so I have alot on my plate right now, so if I do decide to do this it will be very slow and done on a budget.
I haven't had much to contribute to the forum in the way of vintage cards, but I wanted to share this 1943 program cover - it just jumps off the page, IMO - the paper on these wartime progams was not of the greatest quality, so they are not that easy to find in good shape. Below that are some college autographs recently acquired.
Paul, how about we both start the 1951 Bowman Football Set right now? We can track each other's progress, help each other, etc. (Kind of like you did with my '52 Bowman Large Football Set). We'll probably just end up in bidding wars. I have a few cards to start with and can add slowly but steadily, starting with HOFers.
I plan to keep doing the '52 Large, and like the '51s for their fantastic design and that I believe there are few or no players with college uniforms on. The '51 Bowman also has perhaps all in one the most beautiful football card (and my favorite football card) ever produced in my opinion, appearing below.
BTW, I also added two cards to my '52 Bowman Large Registry in the last week. 7s & 7.5s are nice; still waiting for 8s! -Keith
Bumping this thread up as my interest is nearing me to do a splurge very soon!
Keith I will certainly let you know if and when I decide on the 51 set- Im about 75% ready to make a decision on what my collecting focus is going to be.
<< <i>Im about 75% ready to make a decision on what my collecting focus is going to be. >>
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
If I had a dollar for everytime I said something like that...
So basically my kid won't be able to go to college, but at least I'll have a set where the three most expensive cards are of a player I despise ~ CDsNuts
Im not sure If I posted these or not, nothing "Special" as far as grades go but I dont care- I love the look of these 51's! The Hirsch card is is best by far IMO.
One thing I wanted to mention in this thread ( without being accused of blasphemy ) is the 2009 Topps Magic cards I know I know its modern but they have a really nice "vintage feel" to them like the Heritage issues for the baseball guys, the cards depict all the guys in their college unis which Im a big fan of, Im hoping that they start a run of the 1950's Bowman retro look like they are doing with baseball. Kinda fun to put together a set in a binder if you need a break from scouring ebay for vintage..
I got my recent submission back from SGC today using their $5 football special. (back in 12 days if anyone is curious)
very mixed results...here are the highlights..
The ONLY bump...from PSA 7 to a SGC 8
an even cross PSA 8 to SGC 8
another even cross...
now the lowlights.. a full grade drop PSA 7 to SGC 6
and finally the kick in the balls... a 2 grade drop. PSA 6 to SGC 4
I submitted a bunch more 51 commons for crossover with same results all straight or drops.
I also submitted a bunch of raw exhibits that SGC totally annihilated. I will post those later.
I am usually a big proponant of SGC, but this submission worries me...I hope that SGC isnt resorting to the tactics of a certain other grading company hoping that I will resub some of these again.
a half grade drop..PSA 8 to SGC 7.5..this one hurts too!
Man Bigdaddy those drops from SGC suck especially the conerly!
Perkdog that card of Fears always cracks me up...
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Geez Ryan that sucks about the poor results with your crossover. Sorry it worked out like that, still VERY nice cards. The canadeo is a favorite of mine which Im searching for as we speak however I am not finding a decent centered copy
Tough one Ryan. I hope you have better luck next time.
50 & 51 Bowman with their small size seem to present well even if they aren't centered very well. I've placed some bids on some high grade OC rookies lately, underbidder each time, ugh!, that present well when OC top to bottom. 53 & 54 Bowman don't show well OC, the boards are too big and crisp. The 55's with light background I will pick up OC because its so hard to distinguish where the picture ends and the boarder begins. Lots of OC 55 bargains to be had. Will scan some this weekend. Tony
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It's amazing that Kramer had a 1959 "rookie" card and then nothing for years.
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Doug
<< <i>Nice Turk, Ryan!
Doug >>
Ditto that Ryan. Very nice for a PSA 5, well centered. Great pickup man
Doug's to shy to ask, but he would like a scan of the back pleae
Great article in Gridiron Great Doug, you got top billing over that dumb 84 topps article
P.S. I am a little dissapointed that my "Love the Vintage Football" friends have not tried to step in and stop me from my lunacy.
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I only came up with 9 ways of scoring...HOF Article
I have been absent from this thread for awhile now, I still love Football & Football cards but it really took alot out of me when I dismantled my 52 set ( or attempt at the set I should say ) I did the right thing in my mind and believe it or not I regret it a little bit, I think after I sold those it was much easier to part with my other high grade cards and now I have a bunch of beautiful 5-6 grade stuff that I do cherish. The money isnt an issue its just that Im thinking long and hard before I continue to pursue stuff- I dont want to resell them down the road because I changed my mind AGAIN
I think that Im going to finish plucking away at some more of my favorite Bowmans and a few Chicles- not sure when though.
Great looking cards everyone!
<< <i>Interesting article on Bullet Bill Dudley. Said he scored in 9 of the 10 possible ways of scoring in football. Try to give it a guess before reading the article...extra credit if you identify the 10th way of scoring, the only score that Dudley did not accomplish.
I only came up with 9 ways of scoring...HOF Article >>
Couldn't you add to that list 1) scoring on a blocked punt and 2) scoring on a blocked field goal attempt?
times when we have to make tough decisions . Although alot of us collect for the love of it , its nice when we can turn cardboard into cash when
there are no other logical solutions .
I do hope you dont have to liquidate the entire collection because you do have an outstanding collection . Good Luck
Always looking for Chipper Jones cards.
Im a very focused collector of cards from 1909 - 2012...LOL
<< <i>Well i would try to talk you out of selling off your collection , but you dont know me from a hole in the ground . That being said , there are certain
times when we have to make tough decisions . Although alot of us collect for the love of it , its nice when we can turn cardboard into cash when
there are no other logical solutions .
I do hope you dont have to liquidate the entire collection because you do have an outstanding collection . Good Luck >>
________________________________________-
I won't be parting with my beloved Bowman....It really is a sickness
I can't stop!!...... here is todays new arrival...
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<< <i>That's a nice Joe Perry! Congrats
Hey Frank.
I thought you were "selling off" your collection to buy a house Ryan. Hows that coming along my friend?
Like mosquitos to the bug zapper was BDB at the national
I have sold over $2,500 recently, and I gave my wife half of it and told her "no matter what I say...keep it for the house." So thats what we did..I spent half in new Bowmans and other half went to the house renovation fund.
yes...I am a cardboard junkie...and Bowman is my drug of choice!
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Today's mail...the last of my recent splurge...
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Sometimes you get a card in the mail and it just takes your breath away! This one did it for me. Its always special holding a Baugh in your hand for us football collectors (I wish it was a '48
Tony
I am thinking about doing the '51 set now..............................Almost ready to make a decision, once I do I will be doing my part to keep thisd thread going again
Good luck with the Van Brocklin...tough to get centered and ones that are seem to go for a premium. The Landry demands high $, but the rest are reasonable...losts of great second year cards of Graham, Fears, Tittle, Hirsch, Groza, Canadeo, etc.
Tony
<< <i>Gorgeous Baugh!!! Congrats!
I am thinking about doing the '51 set now..............................Almost ready to make a decision, once I do I will be doing my part to keep thisd thread going again
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Very Nice Baugh...
Perk no offense but Ill kill ya if you start the 51 set. Let me finish it first! I can't afford anymore competition on it!
P.S.... by the way...how you been Paul??
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<< <i>Thanks!
Good luck with the Van Brocklin...tough to get centered and ones that are seem to go for a premium. The Landry demands high $, but the rest are reasonable...losts of great second year cards of Graham, Fears, Tittle, Hirsch, Groza, Canadeo, etc.
Tony >>
Yea other than the Van Brocklin & Landry the other big ones in the set are affordable- funny thing is I like the Layne, Fears, Hirsch, Groza, much better than in the 52 set although the Van Brocklin & Tittle are not as nice IMO.
A number of questions I have for myself need to be answered before I embark such as condition, and if Im SERIOUSLY going to finish it and not bail like I did on my 52 set....
I will keep you guys informed!
Ryan- I been keeping a very low profile in the card world, no need to worry about competition from me
Im looking into a condo to purchase as well as a new car so I have alot on my plate right now, so if I do decide to do this it will be very slow and done on a budget.
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Mike
<< <i>Some of those old logos on the vintage footballs are outstanding. What the heck is that thing on the Otto Graham card? A leprechaun?
Mike >>
its an ELF dude..an ELF..get it Right!!
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<< <i>Some of those old logos on the vintage footballs are outstanding. What the heck is that thing on the Otto Graham card? A leprechaun?
Mike >>
its an ELF dude..an ELF..get it Right!!
Whenever I see a little small guy like that, my Notre Dame bias makes me go straight to a leprechaun
Was that the official team logo or just a musing from Bowman?
Mike
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I plan to keep doing the '52 Large, and like the '51s for their fantastic design and that I believe there are few or no players with college uniforms on. The '51 Bowman also has perhaps all in one the most beautiful football card (and my favorite football card) ever produced in my opinion, appearing below.
BTW, I also added two cards to my '52 Bowman Large Registry in the last week. 7s & 7.5s are nice; still waiting for 8s! -Keith
Keith I will certainly let you know if and when I decide on the 51 set- Im about 75% ready to make a decision on what my collecting focus is going to be.
I havn't been around too much either..between work and coaching my son's football team...been alot of fun though..
here's my son giving me his best "bowman" pose
Here's my son #72 paving the way on a nice gain...
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I look forward to heating this thread back up and talking more with you guys.
<< <i>Im about 75% ready to make a decision on what my collecting focus is going to be. >>
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
If I had a dollar for everytime I said something like that...
I finally found some time to put together another 1955-style custom card.
I'll post an entry on my blo in the next couple or three days with the card back and a little background.
Here is what they look like-
I got my recent submission back from SGC today using their $5 football special. (back in 12 days if anyone is curious)
very mixed results...here are the highlights..
The ONLY bump...from PSA 7 to a SGC 8
an even cross PSA 8 to SGC 8
another even cross...
now the lowlights..
a full grade drop PSA 7 to SGC 6
and finally the kick in the balls...
a 2 grade drop. PSA 6 to SGC 4
I submitted a bunch more 51 commons for crossover with same results all straight or drops.
I also submitted a bunch of raw exhibits that SGC totally annihilated. I will post those later.
I am usually a big proponant of SGC, but this submission worries me...I hope that SGC isnt resorting to the tactics of a certain other grading company hoping that I will resub some of these again.
a half grade drop..PSA 8 to SGC 7.5..this one hurts too!
The best new arrival today...
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Perkdog that card of Fears always cracks me up...
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Nice to see Jonathan Stewert in a Ducks uniform again. Boy, we could sure use him right about now...
As usual, some great cards BDB, thanks for the scans!
joe
50 & 51 Bowman with their small size seem to present well even if they aren't centered very well. I've placed some bids on some high grade OC rookies lately, underbidder each time, ugh!, that present well when OC top to bottom. 53 & 54 Bowman don't show well OC, the boards are too big and crisp. The 55's with light background I will pick up OC because its so hard to distinguish where the picture ends and the boarder begins. Lots of OC 55 bargains to be had. Will scan some this weekend. Tony