Absolutely right HRBaker. I don't understand the hoarder mentality myself half the time, LOL. People ask me why I collect stuff and I just say it's what we (collectors) do...we amass stuff. But yeah, not only do players not understand the hoarding and trading aspects, they also have no clue what their signature is really worth, which in most cases is nothing. A lot of players see a certified, #'d to 100 insert auto on eBay for big bucks and think that's what ALL their signed cards go for, when that's very far from the truth.
The "50/50" and trading aspect...most players are amazed that there are forums like this one where collectors can meet all over the world and help each other. 95% of the players upon hearing this are immediately cool and sign whatever you have. I've been able to help a lot of folks by explaining this side of collecting to the players.
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