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Posted By: Chris Counts

It's really a tough call since there are so many I like. I'll have to go with the standard 1953 Bowman response. Aside from the fact that the text on the backs isn't nearly as interesting or as well written as that on comparable Topps cards, the photographs are truly works of art. I have noticed that virtually every player in the set not only has a great pose, but they seem to genuinely be having a good time during the photo shoot. I've always imagined that the Bowman photographer was accompanied by a beautiful, charming woman who flirted with the players while he (or she?) worked. Regardless, he (or she?) was truly an outstanding photographer ... I have always been curious, not only the photographer, but the artist (s?) who created the wonderful 1950-52 Bowman sets. If anybody has any info on this, I'd love to hear about it ...

As for honorable mention, I'll go with 1948 Signal Oil, 1950-52 Bowman, 1952-53 Mothers Cookies, 1959 Morrell Meats and 1961-62 Bell Brand ...