My Trip To The National.......Two Weeks Late
cincyredlegs
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I am just getting around to posting about my trip to the National. Mainly because I was waiting on my box from Steve which arrived today. I arrived on Thursday and left on Sunday morning. I think my two favorite things were meeting Barry Larkin and all the guys from the board. It was pleasure meeting some many guys that I had only communicated with here on the boards. I hung out with Mike (miconlegacy), Mike (CpaMike), Matt (Mbmiller), Bobby (Bporter), Eric (thoseback pages), Nathan (1980scollector), Dan (thunderdan), Mike, (mkenz), Tyler (DTY), Dustin (doublestriker), Doug (dcanfield) and Kirk (mrmint). Just an absolute great time and was happy to put a face with a name. Made some really good friends. Everyone was even nicer than expected. Also thanks to Bobby for the Reds/Pirates scorecard and CpaMike for the Reds cellos. I really do appreciate it. Mike (miconlegacy) thanks for all the patron.
Went to a Nationals/Phillies game in DC with Mike (miconlegacy) and Mike (CpaMike) & his wife Pam. Awesome seats, 21 rows up in front of the first base bag. Cole Hamels pitched for the Phillies. Adam LaRoche hit a dinger and saw Bryce Harper nail someone at home on a throw. He is a stud. The stadium was beautiful. The only bad thing about the game was it was 90 degrees, 100% humidity and no breeze. Sweated like long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs. Thanks Mike (CpaMike) for getting the tickets.
The show was overwhelming. So many cards, such a selection and an awesome cross-section of stuff. It was also tough because you would find something you were thinking about buying, walk around and forget where it was. Hung out a ton at the BBCE booth. Was great watching Mike and Nathan tearing into 86 fleer basketball. Nathan started getting the cold sweats and shakes. Matt, Bobby, Dustin, Dan and Nathan busted 89 UD, 83 Topps BB, 81 Topps FB. Pulled a bunch of Montana, Griffey, Gwynn, Boggs and Sandberg rookies. Steve took time out to talk with all of us. Great guy. Steve had a ton of great stuff. He sold a 1954 Bowman wax box for $40K. That was awesome (wish I had that kind of pocket change).
Loved meeting Barry Larkin. I loved watching him over his career. He was a great guy and took time to take a picture with me. Also met Dwight Gooden. He was very humble and talked with everyone that came up to him. Mike and I met Goose Gossage in the elevator in the hotel. He was awesome to talk too and couldn't have been any nicer. You could tell though that he has a mean streak and wouldn't want to piss him off.
Here are some pictures of my National Stash:
Me and Barry Larkin
Cool defect on back and also Mr. Bench
Two Ardolis Chapman autographed jerseys. One is my brothers X-Mas present
Also got about (20) NM raw 1959 topps for my set. Also got a case of 2008 Score Select FB for my girls and I to open. Lasted about two days. LOL.
I had an absolute blast and can't wait to see everyone again next year in Chicago. I may back off of the Patron next year.
Mark
Went to a Nationals/Phillies game in DC with Mike (miconlegacy) and Mike (CpaMike) & his wife Pam. Awesome seats, 21 rows up in front of the first base bag. Cole Hamels pitched for the Phillies. Adam LaRoche hit a dinger and saw Bryce Harper nail someone at home on a throw. He is a stud. The stadium was beautiful. The only bad thing about the game was it was 90 degrees, 100% humidity and no breeze. Sweated like long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs. Thanks Mike (CpaMike) for getting the tickets.
The show was overwhelming. So many cards, such a selection and an awesome cross-section of stuff. It was also tough because you would find something you were thinking about buying, walk around and forget where it was. Hung out a ton at the BBCE booth. Was great watching Mike and Nathan tearing into 86 fleer basketball. Nathan started getting the cold sweats and shakes. Matt, Bobby, Dustin, Dan and Nathan busted 89 UD, 83 Topps BB, 81 Topps FB. Pulled a bunch of Montana, Griffey, Gwynn, Boggs and Sandberg rookies. Steve took time out to talk with all of us. Great guy. Steve had a ton of great stuff. He sold a 1954 Bowman wax box for $40K. That was awesome (wish I had that kind of pocket change).
Loved meeting Barry Larkin. I loved watching him over his career. He was a great guy and took time to take a picture with me. Also met Dwight Gooden. He was very humble and talked with everyone that came up to him. Mike and I met Goose Gossage in the elevator in the hotel. He was awesome to talk too and couldn't have been any nicer. You could tell though that he has a mean streak and wouldn't want to piss him off.
Here are some pictures of my National Stash:
Me and Barry Larkin
Cool defect on back and also Mr. Bench
Two Ardolis Chapman autographed jerseys. One is my brothers X-Mas present
Also got about (20) NM raw 1959 topps for my set. Also got a case of 2008 Score Select FB for my girls and I to open. Lasted about two days. LOL.
I had an absolute blast and can't wait to see everyone again next year in Chicago. I may back off of the Patron next year.
Mark
Project:
T206 Set - 300/524
T206 Set - 300/524
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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.
Doug
<< <i>Mark, It was overwhelming! It was a pleasure to meet you and the other CU members there. You all made a stranger feel like family. By the way, other than the football box, did you buy anything without a Reds logo?
Doug >>
You see a pattern there eh? I thought I might slip that by you guys
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
That 1977 rack with Rose on back is a beauty and I'm glad you decided to pick up that 1978 wax box. Awesome stuff!!!
I need to get my butt in gear and post about the National too.
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.
<< <i>Great write up Mark. You and Barry look very cute together.
That 1977 rack with Rose on back is a beauty and I'm glad you decided to pick up that 1978 wax box. Awesome stuff!!!
I need to get my butt in gear and post about the National too. >>
I still have that video with undeniable rippage evidience I need to get up as well....no doctoring either
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
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<< <i>Great write up Mark. You and Barry look very cute together.
That 1977 rack with Rose on back is a beauty and I'm glad you decided to pick up that 1978 wax box. Awesome stuff!!!
I need to get my butt in gear and post about the National too. >>
I still have that video with undeniable rippage evidience I need to get up as well....no doctoring either
Mark >>
No one believes you Mark.
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.
WTB: PSA 1 - PSA 3 Centered, High Eye Appeal 1950's Mantle
well then it is settled -- Johnny Black for everyone next year !!!!!!!
thanks for posting Mark
Jeff
Card Country
Graded stars 1950's-1980
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.
John D'Aquisto-Candlestick
Ken Rudolph-Candlestick
Wayne Twitchell-Candlestick
Those plus dozens of others. What is the deal with all the Candlestick Park photos?
Tommy - You, Mike and I with Patron may not be a good idea
Cpamike - I really do have evidience.....I really do.
My brother doesn't collect cards anymore so he won't be checking the site
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
<< <i>Sweet racks...love the variety store price stickers on them, adds an authentic touch! >>
Yeah, but don't try getting a cello graded with one on. Highest grade will be a "4" or "5". And be careful if you try to take the sticker off! Tim, remember I tried doing that on a '65 cello last year? Put a damn hole right in the cello and had to open up the pack instead!
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.