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Posted By: scott brockelman

Thought I might add a bit to this thread as I have known Brooks for many years and sold him a lot of nice cards.

Brooks is legally blind, his vision has worsened the last few years and he can barely see cards with out a monster size loupe, yet he still collects, due to his love for the hobby. In all probability he probably bought the card as real and never knew the difference. He used to sell quite a few cards on ebay to support his hobby and his income as he is on disability. That being said, I am sure when he was confronted about the issue he may have become defensive as people have tried to take advantage of his poor vision before and could have thought this was another incident like that. I am not condoning his actions just trying to provide a little additional info. Brooks can be very stubborn at times, especially if he believes he's right.

On plan B about going to his door, I would nix that idea. Brooks is a very large individual. When Brooks was in the service he was the B.A.R. man. For those that are familiar with weapons you know the type of individual chosen for that assignment.

Scott