Baseball Rarities Co.

[TipTopBread]

Does any of the members have any experience dealings with "Baseball Rarities Co", (appears to be a store, does not appear to be an auction). Your comments would be appreciated! The website indicates the founder's name is Kevin Struss! They give a P.O. Box, in Laguna Beach Calif.


http://www.baseballrarities.com/default.aspx

[Leon]

It's a good friend, Kevin Struss. He has been in the hobby for a long time, is well respected and extremely knowledgable, and he and I talk on the phone often. Before I became a card junkie (and many times still) I call(ed) Kevin to bounce card and hobby stuff off of him. He started advertising on Net54baseball.com recently as he has been buying and selling some cards. He is also a collector and a valued board member. I put Kevin in the upper echelon of knowledge in the hobby and would give him my "gold stamp" of approval. best regards

[barrysloate]

Kevin Struss is as good as it gets in this hobby. He is honest, extremely knowledgeable, a hard worker, and a good friend. That's all you need to know.

[Anthony S.]

Yes, I've done a few deals with Kevin. Top notch. He put up a large group on Old Judges (100+) for sale individually on the BST about two months ago.

[bcbgcbrcb]

Agree with what everyone else has said thus far. One of the most knowledgable people in the hobby.

[3-2-count]

I have dealt with Kevin numerous times. He's a quality collector/seller.

[oldjudge]

Kevin is an asset to the hobby!

[Michael Peich]

Kevin is not only knowledgeable about baseball history/cards, he is an extremely polite, considerate, and fair dealer. He (and a few others) represent the gold standard by which all dealers in this hobby should be measured. I concur completely with Leon and everyone else--Kevin's a great guy.

Cheers, Mike

[thekingofclout]

I concur with every single post. Kevin is an extremely honest man and a quality human being. He always went above and beyond for me.

Sincerely, Jimmy

[terjung]

Piling on...

I have completed multiple transactions with Kevin and have found him to be very reliable and a straight shooter. I recommend him and believe that you can order from him with confidence.

[TipTopBread]

Thank You all very much for the quick response. For us less knowlegable collectors, Net 54 and all you members its a great relief to know you are willing and able to help. TYVM

[autograf]

Ditto to what everyone said above about Kevin +100

[E93]

Originally Posted by barrysloate

Kevin Struss is as good as it gets in this hobby. He is honest, extremely knowledgeable, a hard worker, and a good friend. That's all you need to know.

I second all of this. I have known and been doing deals with Kevin for probably close to twenty years. He is as good as it gets in this hobby.
JimB

[jb217676]

I purchased a couple of cards form Kevin about a week ago. Got them to me quick and couldn't be happier! Thanks for the great cards Kevin!
Jeff

[kkkkandp]

Kevin has helped me significantly with my Old Judge collection. All of our deals have been easy, fair and flawless. I still need to sit down with him over a couple of beers next time I'm in Laguna Beach!

[g_vezina_c55]

verry nice eddie plank t206 . thanks for the link.

[benjulmag]

I have known Kevin for close to twenty years and I give him my highest marks for honesty and integrity. He is a real gentleman and a pleasure to deal with.

[brianp-beme]

I had a dispute that involved Kevin concerning an auction lot that I won from SportsCardsPlus over a dozen years ago (man, do I hold a grudge) back when he worked for them. Although I was not completely satisfied with the end result and all the hassle I was given about my desire to return some of the lot, I always felt he handled himself in a professional and courteous manner (and I believe he was just following the 'Dave Kohler' model of no returns policy). Good to see that he is still active in the business and out from the SCP yoke.

Brian

[uffda51]

Kevin is top notch. Ditto to all of the above.

[Bobsbats]

Kevin purchased a bunch of cards from me and is a solid pay and a stand up guy.

[Wite3]

Kevin has been a great person to deal with for many years. He knows his stuff too! Highest rating.

[wolf2039]

I bought three Old Judges from him earlier this year and can't say enough about the quality of the transaction: packaged beautifully and shipped quickly with responsive, professional customer service the whole time.