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Hey all. I have been reading the boards for a little while and wanted to introduce myself and make my first post. My name is Jeff, and I live in the Indianapolis area. I am a huge sports fan (Cincinnati Reds, Indianapolis Colts, and IU Hoosier basketball), but I really only collect baseball cards. My special interest is post war graded stars. I have been collecting since I was a kid (I'm now 39), but lost most of my collection and had to restart a few years ago. My dad shares my love of cards, and he and I have enjoyed the time spent together working with cards. We resurrected our old family business (Card Country) a couple years ago, and started doing some nearby shows (mostly Chicago, as I have 4 kids-3 of which are under 4- and travel is difficult). I know I have had the pleasure of meeting some of you at the shows, as sometimes I see pictures on the board here of some of the cards we have sold. Some of you I know I have dealt with on eBay as well. Anyway, I love seeing the pack rips, reading the witty comments (Itzagoner- hilarious!!) and love seeing scans of the cards you have. I can only imagine what it's like to own the Clemente roookie psa 10!! Anyway, thanks for all of your posts, and keep them coming. I have really enjoyed learning things that are outside my main areas of interest. I appreciate reading about the apparent friendships that have been formed through this common interest, as well as the acts of generosity that have been shown to one another (giveaways, pay it forward, Christmas exchange, donations, etc). It seems like a great group. I really hope to meet more of you in the future- please come by if we are ever at the same show!
Jeff Foy/Dave Foy
Card Country
Graded stars 1950's-1980

Comments

  • MBMiller25MBMiller25 Posts: 6,057 ✭✭
    Jeff, Welcome to the boards. You have always had fantastic selection of Post War HOFers everytime I have bumped into you at shows. I have been trying to talk (our mututal friend Craig) into the two of you doing the National this year. He tells me neither of you are planning on making it. I wish you would reconsider. I am sure I could find some cards to take off your hands.

  • cincyredlegscincyredlegs Posts: 2,032 ✭✭✭
    Welcome Jeff. Glad to see we have added another Reds collector in the jungle here. We are starting to outnumber the Yankees and Mets fans.

    Mark
    Project:

    T206 Set - 300/524
  • cardcountrycardcountry Posts: 571 ✭✭✭
    I didn't know you and Craig were friends! I would really love to do the national, but unfortunately I just can't swing it this year. I have already sent in my application for 2013 though!
    Jeff Foy/Dave Foy
    Card Country
    Graded stars 1950's-1980
  • cpamikecpamike Posts: 5,566 ✭✭✭
    Welcome Jeff in spite of what Mark said. image

    You also should know by now it is not a good idea to encourage itzagoner anymore than necessary.

    Would love to see you at the National as I don't make my way out to Chicago since my Purdue days. I'd also like to apologize in advance for any IU jokes I've said in the past and/or future (well, except for the Bobby Knight jokes as you guys don't seem to mind that much anymore).

    Looking forward to your posts and possibly doing business with you in the future especially if you have unopened packs. image

    Mike
    "The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
    But I have promises to keep,
    And miles to go before I sleep,
    And miles to go before I sleep."

    "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."

    Collecting:
    Any unopened Baseball cello and rack packs and boxes from the 1970's and early 1980s.
  • YogiBerraFanYogiBerraFan Posts: 2,390 ✭✭
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  • cardcountrycardcountry Posts: 571 ✭✭✭
    Thanks Mike! I love a good joke- and to give one back! It makes the IU-Purdue rivalry much more fun. I'm hoping for a good season this year from my Hoosiers!
    I wish I had some of the types of packs that you collect. I don't think 1988 Donruss cases are on too many wish lists!
    Jeff Foy/Dave Foy
    Card Country
    Graded stars 1950's-1980
  • cpamikecpamike Posts: 5,566 ✭✭✭
    That's o.k. Jeff, I'm sitting on 3 1991 Fleer rack boxes. I'm sure once everyone is done throwing their's out, I'll be sitting pretty. image

    BTW, who doesn't know Craig? Another great guy like Matt.

    If I ever get back to West Layfayette for a Purdue-Notre Dame football game, I'll look you up if I go through Indy.
    "The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
    But I have promises to keep,
    And miles to go before I sleep,
    And miles to go before I sleep."

    "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."

    Collecting:
    Any unopened Baseball cello and rack packs and boxes from the 1970's and early 1980s.
  • itzagoneritzagoner Posts: 8,753 ✭✭
    hey Jeff, welcome & good to see you here. you've found a good place to associate and learn from some of the best in the hobby. aside from the zaniness we all share, there's plenty of good.

    enjoy. image
  • WinPitcherWinPitcher Posts: 27,726 ✭✭✭
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    Good for you.
  • miconelegacymiconelegacy Posts: 3,052 ✭
    Great intro and welcome!

    Love hearing the stories of people and how they got back into the hobby.

    Look forward to posts from you. image
    Miconelegacy Auctions
    "Live everyday, don't throw it away"
  • Bosox1976Bosox1976 Posts: 8,563 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Welcome aboard!
    Mike
    Bosox1976
  • Stone193Stone193 Posts: 24,438 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hi Jeff

    Welcome and thanx for the comprehensive intro!

    I've been collecting for about 30 yrs but my son's interest was instrumental in giving me a life-long hobby.

    Though I have a few cards, I'm more of an "other" collector - e.g. baseball board games.

    Don't be a stranger - looking forward to your posts.
    Mike
  • BrickBrick Posts: 4,999 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Hi, hello, how are ya? image
    Collecting 1960 Topps Baseball in PSA 8
    http://www.unisquare.com/store/brick/

    Ralph

  • DboneesqDboneesq Posts: 18,219 ✭✭
    Welcome Jeff ... enjoy the boards. You will meet a lot of nice people here.
    STAY HEALTHY!

    Doug

    Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
  • MantleFan23MantleFan23 Posts: 702 ✭✭✭✭
    Hey Jeff,

    Welcome to the boards! I've dealt with you in the past at the sun-times show...I've been working on the 1956 topps set and have purchased a few cards from you. I've really learned a lot from everyone here, and look forward to seeing you at future shows.

    Jeremy
  • jeffcbayjeffcbay Posts: 8,950 ✭✭✭✭
    Welcome Jeff!
  • bigreddogbigreddog Posts: 1,156
    Welcome Jeff

    Always good to have new folks coming in. "4 kids - 3 of which are under 4" Is that even possible? Whew! Im exhausted just thinking about that LOL

    Ive got 2 under 10 and thats enough to keep me running.


    John
    My Unisquare Online Auction Store
  • grote15grote15 Posts: 29,748 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Welcome, Jeff! image


    Collecting 1970s Topps baseball wax, rack and cello packs, as well as PCGS graded Half Cents, Large Cents, Two Cent pieces and Three Cent Silver pieces.
  • mlbfan2mlbfan2 Posts: 3,115 ✭✭✭
    image, and thanks for the giveaway.
  • cardcountrycardcountry Posts: 571 ✭✭✭
    Hi Jeremy- glad to see you joined too. How's the set coming? I don't think I have picked up any new Psa 7's since the march sun times show (except a mantle, but you already got my other one). I've been trying to focus on re-stocking our rookies, since we always sell so many at the show. I'll keep my eyes open though and will let you know if I find some.

    Ps- dad still feels bad about selling the 65 mantle!!

    Jeff
    Jeff Foy/Dave Foy
    Card Country
    Graded stars 1950's-1980
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