2015 Natty Recap / Pictures
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Another National in the books....WOW! The hobby seems very healthy to me.
Before I move forward, I guess I should take a step back first. I missed last year's National. It was the first time I had missed a National since I began going in 2008. I was really looking forward to seeing a lot of the boards members that have been a tremendous amount of support to me through some serious life changes that I have undergone over the last 18 months. I am not going to post names, but most of you guys reading this know who you are, as we tend to communicate via text message. Let me publicly acknowledge how special and how important your support to me over this period of time has been. Sometimes a light moment, sharing a story of similar experience and feelings or a quick laugh was exactly what I was needing through the course of some difficult days. In addition to seeing board members/friends it was the first National in three years that I got to go with my partner in crime and best friend BPorter26 (Bobby). It's really cool when you get to be a kid again for a week with someone you grew up collecting cards with. Before I post pictures, I want to mention Jeff Foy (Card Country), as I wouldn't have come home with the cards that I did without A LOT of give on his part in negotiations. There has been a lot said about Jeff on these boards about how great his cards are, but what really stands out to me is that you will not meet a nicer person in this hobby or on the planet. Its for this reason that I do almost 100% of my business with Jeff.
Thanks to all for letting me have my sentimental moment. It was such a pleasure seeing / meeting so many board members, sharing a quick hello and talking about the hobby, even if it was for a quick 30 seconds.
On to the new additions.....
Before I move forward, I guess I should take a step back first. I missed last year's National. It was the first time I had missed a National since I began going in 2008. I was really looking forward to seeing a lot of the boards members that have been a tremendous amount of support to me through some serious life changes that I have undergone over the last 18 months. I am not going to post names, but most of you guys reading this know who you are, as we tend to communicate via text message. Let me publicly acknowledge how special and how important your support to me over this period of time has been. Sometimes a light moment, sharing a story of similar experience and feelings or a quick laugh was exactly what I was needing through the course of some difficult days. In addition to seeing board members/friends it was the first National in three years that I got to go with my partner in crime and best friend BPorter26 (Bobby). It's really cool when you get to be a kid again for a week with someone you grew up collecting cards with. Before I post pictures, I want to mention Jeff Foy (Card Country), as I wouldn't have come home with the cards that I did without A LOT of give on his part in negotiations. There has been a lot said about Jeff on these boards about how great his cards are, but what really stands out to me is that you will not meet a nicer person in this hobby or on the planet. Its for this reason that I do almost 100% of my business with Jeff.
Thanks to all for letting me have my sentimental moment. It was such a pleasure seeing / meeting so many board members, sharing a quick hello and talking about the hobby, even if it was for a quick 30 seconds.
On to the new additions.....
Matt
I collect: 80’s Rookies and 86 Fleer Basketball
I collect: 80’s Rookies and 86 Fleer Basketball
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On your pick ups, they are sick! That Mays is insanely beautiful. 1952 centered beauty in high grade. More people will be turning to that card as the Mantle even in low grade is begining to be out of reach for many. Congrats on all 3 actually. Im sure many will echo the same comments - and that Jackie - insane centering.
Baseball, it is said, is only a game. True. And the Grand Canyon is only a hole in Arizona.
-George F. Will
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.
T222's PSA 1 or better
Great cards buddy. The Mays is outstanding.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
How do I find Card Country?
Be Safe
WTB: PSA 1 - PSA 3 Centered, High Eye Appeal 1950's Mantle
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.
Nice job all around.
Jim
Congrats and thanks for the great write up!
Jeremy
So different than going alone. You're both good guys--hope you make it to AC
Oh yeah--WOWZA on the cards!!!
But nothing came up. Would love to see his inventory
George Brett, Roger Clemens and Tommy Brady.
Jmaciu's Collection
Beautiful pick ups. I love the Robinson the most. I'm glad you madde it out this year, I hope to see you again at one of the Nationals in the future.
And I've purchased cards from Jeff (Card Country) and I agree 100% that he is great to work with on purchasing high end centered cards.
PDub
https://www.psacard.com/psasetregistry/pdub1819/othersets/6204
I totally agree that Jeff is one of the best people there is regardless if it's dealing with baseball cards or not.
Was that intentional Bobby because that's actually pretty funny LOL
<< <i>Thanks to all for letting me have my sentimental moment. It was such a pleasure seeing / meeting so many board members, sharing a quick hello and talking about the hobby, >>
Hiya Matt
It was great meeting you and geez those pickups are awesome!!!!
That Robinson card is incredible!!
I just wanted to whole heartedly agree about the relationships we garner here and how important they are to truly enjoying our hobby.
When I attended the National in 1992 - tho big - was just another flea market with nicer stuff.
Meeting you and others and sharing our experiences - on the board e.g. - takes the experience (of the national) to a whole new and importantly far better level!!!
Thanx for sharing buddy.
<< <i>I know I told you over and over again this past weekend how nice your Willie is, it's absolutely beautiful Was that intentional Bobby because that's actually pretty funny LOL >>
Yes it was Marc
Thanks again for getting us together for dinner at Gibson's - wonderful food and camaraderie, great to see you, Bobby and Mike again.
Next year in AC!
I really appreciate your nice words. We've been friends for quite some time now (boy how time flies!), and I'm so glad we got to hang out at the show this year. I'm also glad you got the Mays, Jackie, and Rose. All 3 are awesome and are definitely your kind of cards!
I'm already looking forward to next year!
Jeff
Card Country
Graded stars 1950's-1980