philly show

[baker85]

anyone attending the philly show this weekend? I will be there Saturday with the hopes of adding to my t206 collection. I will be on the look out for a red portrait ty cobb, preferably a psa 2. think I should be able to find one there?

[t206hound]

looks like Sunday for me... a few things to get graded with SGC and a few items to consign. Struck out from a buying perspective last time, so not too optimistic on that front.

[baker85]

were you at the last show? is there a decent about of tables with vintage cards, mostly looking for t206.

[t206hound]

were you at the last show? is there a decent about of tables with vintage cards, mostly looking for t206.

I was at the last show. Plenty of T206, but I'm cheap. I was primarily there as a consignor and submitter.

[AddieJoss]

I'll be there Sat. as well. I'm sure you will beagle to find a red Cobb.

[Sean1125]

I will be there all days.

[Al C.risafulli]

I'll be there as usual, set up in booth #308, displaying items from the next LOTG auction and accepting consignments.

Drop by, say hi, bring the kids for free packs of cards.

-Al

[baker85]

thanks to everyone for the info. I'm looking forward to adding to my collection.

I don't know if this is an inappropriate question but what is your guess a dealer sells a red cobb graded a 2 for. no rare backs, just sweet cap or piedmont.

[t206hound]

thanks to everyone for the info. I'm looking forward to adding to my collection.

I don't know if this is an inappropriate question but what is your guess a dealer sells a red cobb graded a 2 for. no rare backs, just sweet cap or piedmont.

guessing min $800

[baker85]

that was what I was thinking.

[Howe’s Hunter]

Drop by, say hi, bring the kids for free packs of cards.

Al, I might have dropped by had the offer been "Drop by for a free pack of smokes with a T206 in it." Still waiting to hear that offer from a dealer.

Take care, friend.

[lancemountain]

I'll be there Saturday or Sunday.

You guys that have been to the show in the last few years, what time do the dealers start packing up Sunday?

[x2drich2000]

I should be there Friday, the last couple of shows have been quite good for me.

DJ

[Eric72]

I'll be there Saturday or Sunday.

You guys that have been to the show in the last few years, what time do the dealers start packing up Sunday?

Unfortunately, a bit too early for my taste. I have been to the show two or three times in the past two years. Typically, I only have free time on Sundays and attend then. About two hours before the show "ends," I notice that dealers whose tables I am revisiting after my initial slow crawl through the show are already busily packing up.

I am not a bargain box hunter, either. I recently spent ten minutes at the Philly show "waiting" with the hope that the dealer would give his dutiful assistant the asking price for a SGC 40 T206 Keeler (with bat) that had no price sticker on it. Eventually, I became so frustrated that I told her to let him know that I would take my business elsewhere...and did...I happily spent $200 at someone else's table.

I may be old school in saying this; however, when I set up at a show, I stay set up until the show is over. As for your question, I offer the following advice:

If you're only going on Sunday, get there early and go with a list. When you see something you want at a price you're comfortable with, ask the dealer for a 10% discount. Don't say 10%, though. If it's a $100 card, ask. "wouldya take ninety fer dat?" (Inserting Philly area lingo, which I am sure Terry will understand.)

Hope this helps...and I should be at the show on Sunday. If I am, you will be able to spot me easily. I will be sporting a bald head and clean shaven face (think, Mr. Clean, without the earring,) blue jeans, and the old grey Net54 T-shirt with Ty Cobb.

Best regards and happy collecting.

Eric

[wonkaticket]

I'm going but only to meet chicks.

[Republicaninmass]

I'm going but only to meet chicks.

They should be at the casino bar drinking tea

[Eric72]

I'm going but only to meet chicks.

John,

Sorry to hear that you're not looking to fill any wish lists. :D

The Philly Show is likely going to be a sausage flavored cardboard fest, my friend. Best of luck looking for anything nicer than you already have.

Best regards,

Eric

[e107collector]

I'll be there on Saturday. Always a great time!!

Tony

[lancemountain]

Thanks for the info Eric

Last show I attended the dealers were packing up hours before the "end" of the show

I'll push my wife to attend Saturday (drop her off at the KOP mall, yikes!)

[bcbgcbrcb]

I'll be there on Friday to take care of some auction house and grading business.

[judsonhamlin]

Friday evening for me also

[glynparson]

But I will try for Friday night or Saturday morning.

[Republicaninmass]

Friday and Saturday, let's hope I find some stuff and stay out of the "casino"

[Cobra Kai]

How did everyone make out at the show?

[Rich Klein]

for shows like this. We have almost nothing in the DFW area.

[Republicaninmass]

Bought 265 cards...for the 12 or so I needed. I saw a lot of familiar faces and met some new friends. NO CELL SERVICE in the showroom was horrible, other than that worth the 2 hr drive for me. Good amount of vintage dealers, seemed like prices were moderate to high

[bcbgcbrcb]

Worked out deals with two top notch sellers, Dave from Bagger's Sports Cards and Bryan Dec.

[lancemountain]

Bought 265 cards...for the 12 or so I needed. I saw a lot of familiar faces and met some new friends. NO CELL SERVICE in the showroom was horrible, other than that worth the 2 hr drive for me. Good amount of vintage dealers, seemed like prices were moderate to high


hmm my iphone worked great the whole time inside (many-a-price checks)

sold $510 purchased $300 and had a nice time. Was pleased by the balance

[t206hound]

looks like today's pending storm will keep me from the 2.5 hour trek. Next time...

[Republicaninmass]

Maybe it was my provider, I have t-mobile and only had sporadic service near the PSA table.

[baker85]

I was unable to pick up a Cobb red portrait. Mission failed. However, side mission of picking up a t206 lajoie was a success. However again, for a psa 2, i am pretty sure I over payed. No cell service either.

[bbsports]

I picked up this 33 Goudey Ruth #181 in a cash/trade deal. It made my trip to Phila. a happy one.

[lancemountain]

Wow nice!

[Al C.risafulli]

So great to see so many Net54 guys at the show. Took in some fantastic consignments, talked baseball with a lot of kids (and dads), and generally had a nice time.

Friday was pretty slow, as usual, and since Saturday is a day for autographs, the show was populated mostly by kids and adults looking to get stuff signed. In hindsight, I would have liked to have gotten Pete Rose to sign something for my son, along with a message about hustle, but I just didn't think of it until it was too late.

Today, despite being pretty slow, was a strong day for LOTG. The ride home was pretty miserable today, though, a slushy slog through PA and NJ. Nice to see everyone; looking forward to the next show.

-Al