The Official Collectors Universe Members Hall Of Fame
Foo3112
Posts: 1,961
I thought it might be a good idea to recognize board members amongst us who have, and still continue to do good deeds or that have helped us in any way along with our personal collections. People who have a passion for the hobby and maybe have influenced us in some way or another and because of them, have possibly even influenced and helped shape us to the point were we have even had our own collecting goals shifted for the better. Board members who have taught us a thing or two about the hobby and who commit unselfish acts, whether its getting a VCP price for someone in that time of need or maybe sending a PM to someone because they had something that that other collector may enjoy. Maybe someone let you participate in there sub? They didn't do it to get recognized, but to help a fellow board member, simply from one card collector to another.
I would like this to get updated as often. Anytime you feel like giving a public thanks for any particular reason, just come here and share that good experience that you had on this board. Lets rephrase the famous old saying and switch it with something more appropriate such as no good need should be left unnoticed.
Who knows, maybe by the end of the year, I will create some categories and let YOU guys decide who fits the bill simply to recognize those who deserve recognition. Lets turn this place into a positive and fun atmosphere. I'm not looking for long stories (unless you want to share) but more along the lines of a simple thank you can really goes a long way and may even make the person feel good knowing that you helped that in some fashion. You don't have to thank everyone for every little thing because I could even be here for a long time but who doesn't enjoy a little recognition from time to time. I will come back here and show more recognition toward other members as time goes on as well. Who do you think is worthy. Remember, this isn't a popularity contest. Just more along the lines of personal recognition.
I'll start:
I would personally like to tip my hat to bobbyw8469. He has given me an open invitation anytime he does his subs - even when he doesn't make it a public offering for all to partake in. I have got to know him quite well since I have joined and he got me into this whole PSA grading thing because before him, I only collected raw cards but I decided to try this whole PSA thing out and I became hooked. I know he may not be the most popular with some of you but the guy is a stand up person in my book and so with that said, Thanks again buddy.
I would like this to get updated as often. Anytime you feel like giving a public thanks for any particular reason, just come here and share that good experience that you had on this board. Lets rephrase the famous old saying and switch it with something more appropriate such as no good need should be left unnoticed.
Who knows, maybe by the end of the year, I will create some categories and let YOU guys decide who fits the bill simply to recognize those who deserve recognition. Lets turn this place into a positive and fun atmosphere. I'm not looking for long stories (unless you want to share) but more along the lines of a simple thank you can really goes a long way and may even make the person feel good knowing that you helped that in some fashion. You don't have to thank everyone for every little thing because I could even be here for a long time but who doesn't enjoy a little recognition from time to time. I will come back here and show more recognition toward other members as time goes on as well. Who do you think is worthy. Remember, this isn't a popularity contest. Just more along the lines of personal recognition.
I'll start:
I would personally like to tip my hat to bobbyw8469. He has given me an open invitation anytime he does his subs - even when he doesn't make it a public offering for all to partake in. I have got to know him quite well since I have joined and he got me into this whole PSA grading thing because before him, I only collected raw cards but I decided to try this whole PSA thing out and I became hooked. I know he may not be the most popular with some of you but the guy is a stand up person in my book and so with that said, Thanks again buddy.
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CpaMike and Grote. When it comes to un-opened, these two guys know there stuff. Both have done a fabulous job helping newbies understand the un-opened market as well as helping to educate all of us especially on how to spot re-sealed product. Both have personally helped educate me which I will be forever grateful. Not only that, I have made two life long friends.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
wrestlingcardking
Dpeck
kingbeeswax
Thanks guys!
But I have observed some guys who have always remained kind and level headed over the years, even though some may not be here anymore.
Classic nice members, in no particular order:
artimus
lawnmowerman
CopperJJ
duncangal
pandrews
Stone193
and there are a bunch more classic nice people, but instead of listing all of them now, these are the ones that stand out most in my memory, and would be my initial nominees for a CU HOF. I could throw out another 20 or more if more nominees are needed.
2. thenavarro - Always pleasant and willing to share his pursuits; I'm glad to have one of Mike's cards in my collection.
3. Dpeck100 - I vaguely remember that era of wrestling, but you can't deny the man is passionate about his cards and is knowledgeable.
I'd start with the following as well in no particular order:
Stone
Grote
Lawnmowerman
Pandrews
BarksuD
sixdart
shouldacouldabeena introduced me to these boards.
Thanks,
David (LD_Ferg)
1985 Topps Football (starting in psa 8) - #9 - started 05/21/06
to Cincyredlegs. Mark heads up the group rips around here and I want to say thanks
for that. A ton of work for no personal gain! Heres to ya
I'd like to add: Dboneesq (Doug)
and Bosox1976 (Mike)
Jeff
Off the top of my head...
Cincyredlegs
CPAmike
Bporter
Mbmiller
Mcadams
Stone123
Handyman
Bobby
Fergie
1980scollector
70toppsfanatic
Dboneesq
Marc the Foo
Macrosb
Echo canyon
Mrvintage
Dcanfield
Republicaninmass
Thunderdan
Dpeck100
Bubblebathgirl... Oh wait nevermind. Need gum?
Just name a few, sorry for leaving anyone out.
"Live everyday, don't throw it away"
Nick (nam812)
Steve (winpitcher)
Geordie (TNP777)
Chris (cwazzy)
Tom (detroitfan)
Paul ( perkdog)
Many, many more but I'm typing from my phone so I would be here too long.
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Dboneesq (good friend that I enjoy)
Stone (classic poster and good guy)
Rube (the man, the myth, the legend)
OTWcards (entertaining AND intelligent, keeps me amused)
Others added when I have more time to type)
Nick (nam812)
Steve (winpitcher)
Geordie (TNP777)
Chris (cwazzy)
Tom (detroitfan)
Paul ( perkdog)
Many, many more but I'm typing from my phone so I would be here too long.
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Good effort though.
Cdsnuts (has the best one liners and the best sense of humor of anyone on the boards, one of the few posters that can make me spit a bit from instant laughter)
Wrestlingcardking (great niche collector and good friend)
DPeck (absolute collecting passion and a great eye for the market, drives a SWEET ride too
JSwieton (signed card guru and has given back to the boards tremendously with his group subs. I know how much work that is cause I used to do them. It's a thankless job and John goes above and beyond)
gregm and Reese (spectacular signed card collections and great overall resources for signed football cards. Greg also likes a pretty sweet Midwestern college)
Of course, we all make mistakes or have a difference of opinion at times.
Two members that have tried to grow the hobby are MBmiller and Miconlegacy.
They both have sent cards to my little boys trying to get them involved into cards and that means a lot to me.
Thosebackpages(Eric) has really taught me a lot about cards through reading his posts. He is always encouraging and seems just like an all around good guy.
For all I know he is creep, but in my book he's good people.
Cincyredlegs for doing all the group breaks and CPAMIKE and Grote for teaching me a lot about unopened vintage. They really taught me many things I use when I get the chance.
Dutymon/Jswelton for doing group submissions I have been a part of in the past.
Good to see you and hope you are well.
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they should build a statue of him in the CU parking lot.
1) Summerof68 - As many of you know, Summer is the best at exposing resealers that I've ever meet. He is meticulous and thorough in his analysis and has saved numerous collectors on this board from unscupulous pack resealers. He has been instrumental in my growth as an unopened collector. He was also the one that introduced me to these boards and I'd like to thank him again even if he is no longer active on these boards.
2) Stone193 - Mike is truely one of the rocks of this board and I always appreciate his posts on such a wide range of collecting interests. He was the first person to welcome me when I first posted on these boards and help guide me as a newbie. Mike is always the voice of reason and I only hope to have a tenth of his passion for the hobby. I will however go on the record and say that I don't ask Mike for any organizational advice.
3) Grote15 - Tim is the king of unopened in my book and I enjoy talking to him about every aspect of unopened very much. He is always helping fellow collectors here with his insightful and throughtful posts. Even though he occasionally strays and rips stuff open, I don't hold that against him. This is one place where I think Grote is HOF worthy!!!
And since she was nominated, I felt it was only fitting to have her grace us with her presence.
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.
zep and otwcards are on my list.
Stone193
Zep
Storm188
Rube
My Sandberg topps basic set
My Sandberg Topps Master set
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I have to break my nominations into two groups. The first are my first ballot HOFers; people who are in many ways the "heart and soul" of this forum. This is the group who many of us admire for their leadership, contributions and for the good example (usually) they set for the rest of us:
Bosox1976
cincyredlegs
cpamike
Dboneesq
Dpeck100
grote15
itzagoner
MacrosB
miconelegacy
MBMiller25
MattyC
Stone193
Plus the "veterans" committee nominees who we don't see as much of any more:
fiveniner
Golfcollector
RonBurgundy
My second ballot nominations are probably not far behind group #1, but everyone cant be one the first ballot.
08HALA20
aconte
BPorter26
BaltimoreYankees
cardcountry
gemint
handyman
jeffcbay
leadoff4
ldferg
mcadams
MiniDuff
MintMoonDog
Nikklos
OAKESY25
prthd
Stooge
thunderdan
thedutymon
Toro
TheDudeAbides
thenavarro
ThoseBackPages
And then there are many additional people who I have met through the forum who certainly are All Stars in their own right.
Dave
Brick - Byng Trophy for Sportsmanship and Gentlemanly play
WalterSobchak - Calder Trophy for Funniest signature lines
<< <i>Off the top of my head, these guys are HOFers in my book.
Nick (nam812)....... >>
You're top shelf yourself Bob.
Oh, and if you nominate Lee, you're dead to me. Just sayin.
Collection I would most like to see - Griffins
Mr. Positive - Brick
Passion - Dpeck
Humor - itzagoner
if they post..I read - Maurice/mcadams
informative - grote
Two genuine guys who are true assets to the forum.
you'll never be able to outrun a bad diet
cincyredlegs--Mark has devoted a lot of time and effort for the benefit of the board by coordinating group rips, and I am happy to consider him a friend, as well.
cpamike--fellow unopened zealot, I have had the pleasure of knowing Mike on and off these boards and he is a quality individual.
miniduff and mintmoondog, aconte, Indy78--avid mini collectors with a great amount of knowledge about this very popular Topps set
summerof68--although he no longer posts here, his contribution to the unopened hobby was as significant as anyone's
JustinsShoebox--he did a fantastic job coordinating his own "group rips" consisting of case fresh 1979 Topps wax trays and 1980 Topps wax racks, and when it was all over and I casually mentioned that I'd love to have the case the 1980 wax racks came in, he sent me, free of charge, and on his own dime, a mint empty 1980 Topps baseball wax rack box.
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.
<< <i>Both micronlegacy and jmhockey23 sent packages of cards to my son... and for that generosity alone they should be in the HOF. >>
+1 for miconelegacy. I think Mike has given more cards away on these boards than anyone else.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
I second that. Back in early 2012 he gave away pretty awesome cards. i think I even remember a Tom Brady Rookie BGS 9.5. Mike has done a lot for these boards and its members.
I think its pretty neat reading some of the great gestures that other board members have done for others.
Dpeck once sent me some Canseco Rookie cards knowing that there was a possible 10 in there and sure enough, the 86 Donruss and 86 Fleer BOTH came back as 10's. That shows what kind of people we have here on these boards. I even offered to send him back the Donruss PSA 10 since I already owned one in a 10 and that I was simply happy just having the Fleer alone in a 10 and he still refused to accept it. What did Dpeck say about it when I told him the grades? He told me that he was happy for me and that he would rather have those cards go to someone who would appreciate them more than himself. Selfless. I still own those cards today and they just wont ever leave my collection. Thanks David.
<< <i> i think I even remember a Tom Brady Rookie BGS 9.5 >>
This one:
A true hall of fame performance.
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