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Old 12-03-2018, 03:48 PM
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Default 85% or higher on bidders constantly raises a flag with me.

Every 2 or 3 under bidders 85% or more bidding with just that seller on items that are plentiful on ebay

I just don't get it!


I have bought from Greg Morris cards in the past but this seems like a strange coincidence.

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Old 12-03-2018, 03:51 PM
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Old 12-03-2018, 04:01 PM
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Old 12-03-2018, 04:19 PM
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They do a lot of set breaks, stands to reason people would be bidding on multiple items at once with them.
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They do a lot of set breaks, stands to reason people would be bidding on multiple items at once with them.
Exactly.
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Many retractions, are the cards paid for then relisted? I watched a few buyers on the 52 topps, not ONE bid on mine. I had ex-mt crack outs that didnt get close to the prices some of the cards get


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Old 12-03-2018, 05:36 PM
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For what it’s worth, I love Greg Morris Cards, and I use to them more than any other seller. Their set breaks are a great way to pick up commons in bunches. Basically, during an interesting set break, I just set my price limit and bid on lots of cards. Sometimes I win a few, sometimes I win a lot, and sometimes I’m shut out. But it’s always fun, and you can get some great deals.
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I have bought a lot of cards from Greg Morris especially if he has a 1952 Topps set break.
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Old 12-03-2018, 06:06 PM
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I'm betting that my recent bidding % is probably that high or higher with GMC recently. Focusing on 61 Topps baseball and 50's Bowman football....and 55 Topps All-Americans.
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Old 12-03-2018, 06:52 PM
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Every 2 or 3 under bidders 85% or more bidding with just that seller on items that are plentiful on ebay

I just don't get it!

Dan Mckee
That's quite the claim, Dan. In my opinion, GM cards are nothing like PWCC at all. The majority of my 52 Topps purchases are/have been from GM cards. Great selection and real decent shipping fees too. The few times I have had shipping problems, which isn't their fault but rather Canada Customs, they have always had my back. Definitely my #1 seller.

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I have bought a lot of cards from Greg Morris especially if he has a 1952 Topps set break.
We have likely competed against one another as I also enjoy and try to purchase from his set breaks as well.
The majority of my cards, minus the 148 my Father gave me, are in my FlickR link below.

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Interesting....

Well I am done with them

Doesn't look legit to me

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is there anyone left that you will by from?
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I don't know if it is nefarious or not, but there has been a huge change (anecdotally, at least) with Greg Morris. I used to buy a ton of cards from them - commons, semi-stars and what not, nothing of huge value - to take advantage of their all inclusive shipping. But in the last year or two, they suddenly started getting a huge amount of activity from bidders, with virtually all of their listings receiving bids almost immediately from the get-go. (I know, I know, there are many reasons why that could happen.) And their cards always seem to sell for a big premium now over the same exact cards from other sellers. When I'm looking for something these days, if I see a GM auction, I am very liable to just pass it by. Again, not claiming anything unsavory is happening, but in the end I know I'm going to have to pay a heckuva lot more for their stuff than I 'should.' Make of it what you will.
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I don't know if it is nefarious or not, but there has been a huge change (anecdotally, at least) with Greg Morris. I used to buy a ton of cards from them - commons, semi-stars and what not, nothing of huge value - to take advantage of their all inclusive shipping. But in the last year or two, they suddenly started getting a huge amount of activity from bidders, with virtually all of their listings receiving bids almost immediately from the get-go. (I know, I know, there are many reasons why that could happen.) And their cards always seem to sell for a big premium now over the same exact cards from other sellers. When I'm looking for something these days, if I see a GM auction, I am very liable to just pass it by. Again, not claiming anything unsavory is happening, but in the end I know I'm going to have to pay a heckuva lot more for their stuff than I 'should.' Make of it what you will.
I noticed that as well when I sell raw. They have inferior copies of the same card sell for more. Like PWCC, I just chalked it up as maybe they had a bigger following than me. Now, after reading these, I am not so sure....
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Old 12-03-2018, 09:23 PM
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Nothing but positives from me. I have a huge bid percentage with them with zero retractions. When I was working on my 63 set I bought a ton from him. Why pay $3 plus $3.50 shipping one at a time from 10 different sellers when can buy for $4 even $5 for 10 cards with $3 total shipping. This is a huge factor with them and I’m sure many set builders agree. Also they are very accurate with their grades (IMO). One time my buddy bought a card that was misgrsded due to a pencil trace they missed. They simply refunded the purchase and told him to keep the card. If I buy from 10 different sellers I’m usually disappointed in a couple cards that have an issue that I wasn’t aware of. Usually I just eat it as it’s a hassle to return items under $20.
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Interesting....

Well I am done with them

Doesn't look legit to me

Good Luck all

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I know Greg personally and have dealt with him dozens and dozens of times. One of the genuinely nicest and most honest people I've met in the hobby. And I've met plenty of terrible people, some of whom even congregate at popular vintage forums we all love.

He's a fantastic guy, grades strictly, and runs a great business.
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Well it wouldn't be greg personally, it would be some if the consignors.
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I think they sell items they own. Not aware of them doing consignments, but maybe that has changed. I have had nothing but good experiences with them, but I haven't bought from them in a while.
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I think they sell items they own. Not aware of them doing consignments, but maybe that has changed. I have had nothing but good experiences with them, but I haven't bought from them in a while.
One of, if not the biggest consignors of raw cards on Ebay. Getting ready to send a lot of 500+ cards right now. Never used them before so we'll see how it goes. Josh called me and talked me thru the process, fees, etc. Very pleasant and helpful.
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