I always frequent flea markets and antique sales. I have stayed away from the main stream dealers, basically because I am cheap. Some really good Midwest flea markets have turned to basically new stuff, namely what cheer IA and Kane County. I have found great things at both in years past. Now I go primarily to 3rd Sunday Market in Bloomington, IL. I didn't find a quantity of good things this year but did pick up a Cy Young glove for $15. I usually set up there and always have some decent sports stuff. The promoter of the show Don Raycraft is an avid autograph collector and has an amazing memory for baseball facts.
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