Originally Posted by the 'stache (Post 1087415)

It's great that SGC is into authenticating autos now, but I have concerns over who is doing it. It's not enough to say "hey, we're doing this now" if the people behind the scenes have somewhat questionable skills.

Mike Root was Director of Authentication at James Spence, and I've read several horror stories as to the accuracy of JSA's "opinions". Authenticating signatures that were later deemed forgeries, autographs obtained in person being opined as a fake. It doesn't matter how many autographs this person has purchased over the years. What matters is the accuracy with which each individual autograph is considered. I don't want to pay somebody $50 bucks for an auto on a $1,000 card if they're just going to look at it and say "ya, that looks right". For the authentication to be accurate, the signature in question should be compared to known, authenticated examples. They need to be looking at the signature under magnification, and I just don't know if this service is spending the time necessary.

The important thing to remember is that when you pay for this service, you are purchasing an opinion. I know that people on Ebay think that having a PSA/DNA, or a JSA authentication is a gold mine. All I'm saying is exercise caution. Never has the phrase "caveat emptor" been more appropriate.

Originally Posted by savedfrommyspokes (Post 1088204)

I came across this 80 T Fred Stanley card with the yellow print variation...any ideas on if this is a tough card or not? The next card is a 1967 Topps FB card of Ben Davidson (I know this is the BB forum), BUT, it is mis cut and has the edge of a 68 Topps baseball card on it's bottom edge. Does anyone have any ideas how a 67 FB card would be cut next to a 68 BB card?? Were the 68 BB and 67 FB cards on the same sheets, or were the sheets themselves from the same group of card stock?

Originally Posted by Bestdj777 (Post 1088244)

I just picked this one up off of ebay. I was so excited to come across the Tab variation of this that I didn't examine the picture all that well before bidding. Anyone have any idea what the gray foam material is around the inside? Given the wear on the inside and out, I would say this is legit. Just not sure if it came with this or not. Never seen another with that rubbery material on it.

http://i.ebayimg.com/t/1960s-TAB-MIC...N6w~~60_12.JPG

Originally Posted by savedfrommyspokes (Post 1088204)

I came across this 80 T Fred Stanley card with the yellow print variation...any ideas on if this is a tough card or not? The next card is a 1967 Topps FB card of Ben Davidson (I know this is the BB forum), BUT, it is mis cut and has the edge of a 68 Topps baseball card on it's bottom edge. Does anyone have any ideas how a 67 FB card would be cut next to a 68 BB card?? Were the 68 BB and 67 FB cards on the same sheets, or were the sheets themselves from the same group of card stock?

Originally Posted by Cliff Bowman (Post 1088350)

I have noticed that the Yankees and Mets are the only two teams with 1967 Coca Cola caps made that way, apparently the bottling plant in the New York area had a unique way of manufacturing the caps. Each teams caps were made by the local bottling plant.

Originally Posted by Harliduck (Post 1089194)

Nothing like realizing a childhood dream...

http://i.ebayimg.com/t/1954-TOPPS-12...JSQ~~60_57.JPG



Got the Kaline and Aaron in the same week, time to relax and enjoy. My midgrade 54 set is looking pretty good...only Banks and Mays left for the big boys. I'll be staring at the Aaron for hours...can't believe I FINALLY own one.

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop (Post 1088808)

Great card Adam.

Cliff---I have all the 1980 yellow oddities you mention ( although in several the name is not affected), except Cox. Do you have it and if so can you pm me a scan or describe it. Also, I have a Scarberry which seems to be similar to the ones you list


Al

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop (Post 1089887)

Mantle is Mantle. How about that Curt Raydon

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop (Post 1089990)

Jason---it really is one of my favorite 59 cards, and 59 was the first set I finished as a kid. Look up his bio sometime

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop (Post 1089990)

Jason---it really is one of my favorite 59 cards, and 59 was the first set I finished as a kid. Look up his bio sometime

Originally Posted by the 'stache (Post 1090630)

Nice Kiner, but I'll never get used to seeing him in anything but a Pirates uni.

I picked up my first Kiner about a month and a half ago, a nice 1953 Bowman. I've always liked him, and have felt he's a little underrated for somebody that won 7 straight home run titles.

Originally Posted by Harliduck (Post 1090722)

Wow, nice Billy Williams and others Jason...

Originally Posted by Harliduck (Post 1090721)

Couldn't agree more...I remember as a kid holding him in high value due to his two 50 HR years as well, anyone doing that was a God to me. Until Brady Anderson hit 50...:D


Another new card...down to one more for the set...Bench makes 719...

http://i.ebayimg.com/t/1970-TOPPS-66...lQrw~~60_3.JPG

Originally Posted by Robextend (Post 1090840)

I just picked up the final card I needed for my 1970 complete set the other day. It was #702....the Bench was the 2nd to last card I picked up!

Congrats,

Rob

Originally Posted by Harliduck (Post 1091075)

Wow Rob, that is crazy! What are the odds...congrats on finishing!

Unfortunately for me my last card is #712...:D Ive been picky and want a good price. I normally get stars first and build around them, but I just haven't found the right deal/card. I am on the hunt!

No joke on my 702....I bought my 700 Frank Robinson, and the seller inserted that card in as a "thank you" pretty early on in my quest on this set. I was VERY surprised and pleased...they got good feedback! lol...

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop (Post 1091308)

... are infrequent and light weight in San Antonio....sigh