1967 bb

[mintacular]

Hi everyone, just decided to start a '67 BB...will I finish? Who's to say, my goal is to do just that but who knows what the future holds. Until then, I'm pretty excited about this set. I guess this thread has a few possible areas to discuss (I hope).

1. Have you ever built this set and was it rewarding for you, etc.? Was this one that you were glad you got involved with or should I back out now?

2. Do you think this is one of the top 2 or 3 of the 60s set? I hope so. I also like the '60 one but would be willing to hear arguments that I am chasing the wrong 60s set.

3. High Numbers. How tough are they and will this bankrupt me? I saw a Donn Clendenon go for $50 one night and no bids another week at 9.95. Go figure. BTW-I'm going for EXMT or Better.

4. What are some favorite cards in this set? Also, any good ones that are underrated?

Ok, that's all for now, if you feel like b.s.-ing about this set would be glad to hear it...

[HRBAKER]

This is by far my favorite set of the 60's. These were the first cards that I bought in bulk. I used to buy the 6 pack wax trays at the A&P with about every dime I could scrape together.

You should be able to buy groups of low numbers in EX+ with regularity and get a good start. The high numbers are moderately expensive but very plentiful if you are not a centering freak.

I just recently bought a couple of empty '67 wax boxes and the two style of wrappers to go with my set.

[Rob D.]

I love the clean look of the '67s. Even though the 1960 set is a favorite of mine for personal reasons, I'm not sure I'd rank it in the top third of the 1960s sets based on aesthetics. I've debated about putting together a 1962 set, but you can't beat 1967 as a choice.

[toppcat]

Best 60's set there is IMHO. High numbers will require some dedication but it is fun to put this one together. I plan to upgrade my weaker cards fairly soon so will get to relive it a little.

[Beatles Guy]

This is right up there as a top set in the 60's. Probably '67, '65, and '60 for me. The fronts are clean which is why I think I'm attracted to it (same with '57 Topps). My favorite card in this set is Cards Clubbers Brock/Flood. Such a beautiful photo with nice color.

[HRBAKER]

Jason,
It was my favorite card as a kid growing up in SE MO and remains my favorite post war card. I have multiple copies and for some reason still buy nice ones when I come across them. Here's a scan of a wrapper as well.

[mintacular]

Funny you should mention that card as that is one that stuck out for me as a great combo card. Here is another card I picked up recently that inspired me to start this set, think I put it on the post-war pickups but oh well, worth posting again...