Any more group rips in our future?

tombo · July 22, 2007 2:52AM

I know this whole subject seems to be taboo on here now, but is it possible with direct shipping and all that someone might arrange another group rip of some vintage wax boxes? I first became a member of this board back in January specifically to join the group rip on the 1977 - 1984? baseball and then subsequently the infamous 1976 - 1989 football rip. I was slightly disappointed with not getting any of the big rookies in either rip, but it was still a lot of fun to open up several packs of mint cards from 30 years ago. I know I probably would have lost a little money on the investment if I didn't get refunds, but it was still worth the excitement and anticipation. Aren't there any others who have a rapport with Steve Hart who could get a deal for us. I can't be the only one who would like to open a few old packs but can't really afford to spend the $400 on their own box. THIS IS A CRY FOR HELP.

nam812 · July 22, 2007 3:00AM

I'm in, and I nominate Lee (CDsNuts) to handle everything.

CDsNuts · July 22, 2007 3:36AM

Yeah, good idea nam. That's all I need. Do I seem like the kind of person that wants to or is capable of being responsible for thousands of dollars of other people's money?

Sure- everybody send your hard-earned money to an alcoholic poker player. How could that backfire?

Lee

Elemenopeo · July 22, 2007 3:44AM

<< Yeah, good idea nam. That's all I need. Do I seem like the kind of person that wants to or is capable of being responsible for thousands of dollars of other people's money?

Sure- everybody send your hard-earned money to an alcoholic poker player. How could that backfire?

Lee >>

nam812 · July 22, 2007 3:45AM

Downgrade yourself any way you like, but any rip you handle I'm in for $16.52's worth. That is my solemn promise.

softparade · July 22, 2007 3:47AM

once upon a time Lee and I hit the jackpot with a 78 rack case

CDsNuts · July 22, 2007 3:56AM

Ah the good old days opening 78s by the case with softparade. That stuff Steve had was unbelievably clean and the cards were coming out razor sharp. That was when you could get $80-$150 for just about any PSA 10 from the set.

nam, just send me the $16.52 and I'll send you something from my personal collection. You will not be disappointed....... unless you don't like 1992 Leaf baseball. Then you'll be disappointed.

Lee

nam812 · July 22, 2007 4:06AM

1992 Leaf? Now Im SO in. That $16.52 gives you full book for the set, and $1.52 left over to ship.

Jeff Kent RC baby.....YES!!!

lickablebean · July 22, 2007 4:08AM

I plan to rip a 59 Topps Football cello pack this week.

CDsNuts · July 22, 2007 4:36AM

I saw those on BBCE. They seem very reasonably priced compared to the 58s.

nam812 · July 22, 2007 4:37AM

Do you think Steve's prices at the National will be comparable, higher, or lower than his current website prices?

lostdart58 · July 22, 2007 4:58AM

I think metalmike is your man!!.

lostdart58 · July 22, 2007 5:01AM

<< Do you think Steve's prices at the National will be comparable, higher, or lower than his current website prices? >>

Know his prices before you get there and negociate thusly.............Steve is easy enough to work with.

ldferg · July 22, 2007 5:02AM

i think lee only rips OPC nowadays...besides he still owes me $5 for knowing the VS channel...

i'm in with lostdart "metalmike is the man"...

nam812 · July 22, 2007 5:07AM

<< Know his prices before you get there and negociate thusly.............Steve is easy enough to work with. >>

Worked with him many times, and I know his current website prices very well. That being said, do you guys think Steve's prices at the National will be comparable, higher, or lower than his current website prices?

ArnyVee · July 22, 2007 5:11AM

I love the rips....if someone organizes one, I'd more than likely be in on it.

tombo · July 22, 2007 6:15AM

Okay, so where are we? Is someone seriously going to start a poll to determine interest/cost? I don't really know anyone on here, plus I am very naive to boot, so I'll trust anyone that is viewed as solid by this board.

lostdart58 · July 22, 2007 6:20AM

<< 

<< Know his prices before you get there and negociate thusly.............Steve is easy enough to work with. >>

Worked with him many times, and I know his current website prices very well. That being said, do you guys think Steve's prices at the National will be comparable, higher, or lower than his current website prices? >>

Obviously making an effort to answer someones question is not good enough again.......... or was this another pessimistic, bummer, "didn't read the thread" response by me?

If you know Steve so well, why don't you call him up and ask him about his pricing at the National.

Geez......

bigwilli · July 22, 2007 6:30AM

I would get in on a rip if someone well respected on the boards be in charge. By the way , being an alcoholic poker player doesnt mean we couldnt trust you CDsNuts. I ripped some 79 OPC baseball and would love to rip something else older .

PasadenaMudSlide · July 22, 2007 6:33AM

Only if Gary spearheads the group rip campaign.

Reputable enough fella.

PasadenaMudSlide · July 22, 2007 6:35AM

My wife found my credit card statements.

No memorabilia-related action for this cat.

Charlie9 · July 22, 2007 10:10AM

I tried this last month with a 1980 Hockey Case rip but got no interest. I loved watching the rips but I think it'll take longer for the bitterness to wear off. I had organized a discount with Steve, had an arrangement where Steve would collect all the money and send out cards directly from him to the purchasers, so basically all I was doing was providing him a list (never having any contact with the money or the cards) and people were still pessimistic and mistrusting. Granted ripping Hockey is a bit of a niche item but I was still disappointed to have zero interest from the group. It's a shame as I'd love to see another group rip as long as it's done safely. I wish you good luck and I'll be looking for the sign-up post depending on the product you go for.

dizzle · July 22, 2007 10:46AM

i would be interested as well depending on the product being ripped.

Bigstep · July 22, 2007 11:00AM

I'm in as long as it's not something like "CB Talk", "The Gong Show", or hockey.

Estil · July 22, 2007 11:08AM

I wouldn't mind seeing a case of regular (NOT mini) 1975 Topps being busted; that'd really be fun to watch.

lostdart58 · July 22, 2007 11:42AM

<< I tried this last month with a 1980 Hockey Case rip but got no interest. I loved watching the rips but I think it'll take longer for the bitterness to wear off. I had organized a discount with Steve, had an arrangement where Steve would collect all the money and send out cards directly from him to the purchasers, so basically all I was doing was providing him a list (never having any contact with the money or the cards) and people were still pessimistic and mistrusting. Granted ripping Hockey is a bit of a niche item but I was still disappointed to have zero interest from the group. It's a shame as I'd love to see another group rip as long as it's done safely. I wish you good luck and I'll be looking for the sign-up post depending on the product you go for. >>

I am sure that you having such a low-post count didn't help either.......

jerrywest45 · July 22, 2007 11:48AM

I'm sure that Steve Hart would help organize this. It would be a good sale for him.

I or we can contact him if you guys want to decide on what to rip. I'm sure he'd collect money, package and send out to us from his shop.

We don't need a middle man, that's were the problems can occur.

Let's ask, I'm sure it'd be good for business.

JW

metalmike · July 22, 2007 11:53AM

Would Steve be agreeable to a group rip? I think that would be a good idea since the money would be going to him anyway. P.S. I don't play poker LOL

brianwintersfan · July 22, 2007 12:32PM

<< I plan to rip a 59 Topps Football cello pack this week.

>>

Brag much!

gemint · July 22, 2007 3:20PM

I bought a few packs from Steve at last year's national. He priced the stuff right around his website prices if I remember correctly. I bought a 1969 and 1968 baseball wax pack and he discounted them both slightly. As was stated earlier, write down his website prices for the packs you're interested in. When you get to the show, compare. If the prices are higher, negotiate down. Even if you match the web price, you'll save the cost of shipping and worries of the item getting lost/damaged in transit.

nam812 · July 22, 2007 9:58PM

Thanks Gemint, that's the kind of helpful "comparison" info I was looking for.

tombo · July 23, 2007 12:01AM

I know that it is probably a lot of work to come up with different packages/costs and coordinate payments, but is someone up to doing this and starting a poll? It seems like baseball and to a slightly lesser degree football would be the most popular packages. Maybe we could combine both sports (mid 70's to mid 80's) and keep the cost around $150 or so?

FavreFan1971 · July 23, 2007 12:10AM

I would be in for a football rip for the 70's and 80's eras.

bigwilli · July 23, 2007 12:50AM

I would be in for a rip of baseball or football . Some various years would also work .

rube26105 · July 24, 2007 5:29PM

lets just rip a fart lol-anybody got anything going on this?
randy

jmbkb4 · July 24, 2007 7:27PM

<< lets just rip a fart lol-anybody got anything going on this?
randy >>

how bizarre, I literally farted as I was reading your post.

thedutymon · July 24, 2007 10:07PM

Good day,
I (and my Son) would be interested in a 70's Football Rip.
Thanks
Neil

Bigstep · July 25, 2007 1:21AM

I'm in for a 70's 80's FB rip.

rube26105 · July 25, 2007 1:38AM

lol jmbk, at 3:30 am that was the wittiest thing i could think of to get this page back on the front so people would see it, im in for a anything rip, not picky

shouldabeena10 · July 25, 2007 2:07AM

I'd be up for a 70's football rip. Just PM /e-mail me if anyone gets it going.

Mike

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