Has anybody done this to guard against buying forgeries?

[Sean]

Yes, any AH like REA would not be sell a fake card, but they may not catch one that has been trimmed, though REA would certainly attempt to do so.

I'm curious: while that is a great want list that you posted, why aren't you looking for a Babe Ruth?

[the 'stache]

Originally Posted by Sean

Yes, any AH like REA would not be sell a fake card, but they may not catch one that has been trimmed, though REA would certainly attempt to do so.

I'm curious: while that is a great want list that you posted, why aren't you looking for a Babe Ruth?

I will. There are a lot of Hall of Famers I want. That short list I posted was just a beginning. Ruth, Christy Matthewson, Jackie Robinson, Cy Young, Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Sandy Koufax, Eddie Mathews and Warren Spahn...I could go on and on. Those were just a few of the ones I'd look to start off with.

I'd like a Goudey Babe Ruth, too. I just know some of these cards will be very expensive, and will take a few months to save up for.