Posted By:
Frank WakefieldWhen I first encountered strip cards I disliked them for the reasons Bobby stated, plus they are of an odd, usually smaller size.
Then, as my collecting progressed to trying to get cards of various players (a collection strategy based upon the players and the history of the game; not on sets, value, or set registries and the like), it seemed that my best shot at getting cards of some players was by considering strip cards. My first one was a W551, I think. Then a W514. Then more W514s, some W511s, and W515s. These were cards collected by kids. These were neat little bits of the history of the game. I developed an appreciation for them. They fill a bit of a gap there between the tobacco cards of pre WWI and the depression era gum cards.
Anyone who currently dislikes their strip cards for the reasons Bobby set out should please email me... if the price is affordable I'll adopt and care for your little strip cards.... provide them with a good, stable home.