If I were a set collector, I'd go with the T205 as it is more attainable and I love the backs. But I am mostly after Hall of Famers' cards that I think are aesthetically pleasing, with a strong preference for action shots over portraits. I think some of the most beautiful cards ever made are T206s with my favorites displayed in the picture (I picked up the Lajoie with bat from a board member).
Having 38 Hall of Famers represented by 74 cards in the T206 set compared with the 27 Hall of Famers for the T205 helps a lot too.
There are really only a few cases in which I think the T205 version of a Hall of Famer is better looking, with Home Run Baker, Bender, and Tris Speaker coming to mind.
So because I am only after a few exceptional action shot cards, my strong preference is T206, but I totally understand the allure of the T205.
Last edited by cgjackson222; 12-22-2021 at 01:49 PM.
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