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BobI try and avoid cards I know friends are bidding on and many times my friends have done the same for me. The problem is when you both have snipe bids and neither knows the other is sniping on it. I have also sent an email asking a bidder/friend how serious about the card he might be and I have received these also. I think friendships are more important than a single card but maybe I am in the minority as I recently got stung from out of the blue by someone I thought I had a good relationship with. The "all's fair in cards and war" attitude can sometimes be hard to swallow, but I understand some collectors feel that way.
I also think when you think about all the many collectors, especially here on the 54 Board who have been very considerate and make inquiries about cards, it shows that this is still, after all, a hobby. I would mention to anyone here that if there is a particular card you need and I have a bid on it to be sure and email me and let me know.