Trying to decide a Set Build! Help :)

[jboosted92]

Folks,


I actually typically collect GU vintage items, but i always get the itch to slowly build a nice fully graded set. Ive narrowed it down to a few, and would love your guys input!

I based these choices on the following criteria:

1. I loved the look
2. I liked the content, Players, era...etc
3. I believe the value will increase or at minimum retain. No matter what set i choose i dont expect to finish in a year..would be multiyears


Here we go:

1. 1933 Goudey PSA graded set ( Mostly graded between PSA2-6..would go after low grade LAJOIE as well)

2. 1911 T3 PSA GRADED SET. Low Grade. (PSA1-3..unless good deals on 4-5)

3. 1965 TOPPS PSA 9+ Fully Graded Set. Some GM 10s perhaps depending on price


Appreciate it!!!

- Justin

[sycks22]

Make a run at the T3's, beautiful design and can be found on the cheap outside of the big dogs.

[3-2-count]

Second vote on the T3's. You can't go wrong here on the prettiest set ever made.

[Jobu]

I like the t3 idea as well. However, due to their large size many of the 1s are pretty rough. If you can go psa 2-3 I think you will be a lot happier. Another benefit to this set is that I think prices are down compared to what has happened to many other issues, so now would be a good time to start.

[Econteachert205]

T3. Personally I'd just do a hof set but either way it's a great set

[ksabet]

I am going to hop on the T3 bandwagon as its aesthetically my personal favorite.

Second choice is 1988 Donruss.

[frankbmd]

I guess T9 doesn't stand a fighting chance on this thread.

[Sean]

The T3 set is a great choice. I have a 1965 Topps set of all PSA 9s, and it was a lot of fun to put together. It took four years, but it cost a lot. I think the '65 is the best looking set of the decade, but you might want to settle for some lower grades if you go with it.

PS- I finished it in 2012, and I'm planning to put it up for auction soon.
I hope I didn't break a rule with that last statement.

[drmondobueno]

I have both graded and ungraded sets in my collection, high end T 201 and Clementes. After selling my T206 (mostly graded), I found myself disenchanted with the Graded Card game. My 1965 set is ungraded, mid grade, and I find it is awful nice to be tactile with the cards I grew up with.

On the other hand, protecting older cards is important to me, and if I am going to spend a couple grand on a card I would like reasonable assurances I am getting what I am paying for.

Whatever you find youself doing, have fun!

[The Nasty Nati]

I'm curious, roughly how much would it cost to put together a 1933 Goudey set in a PSA 3-4 condition?...not including the Lajoie.

[jboosted92]

Originally Posted by The Nasty Nati

I'm curious, roughly how much would it cost to put together a 1933 Goudey set in a PSA 3-4 condition?...not including the Lajoie.

im not sure, but ironically, all this effort on your guys part and i changed my mind!! (shocking)

My biggest issue is since i still dedicate money to vintage GU, im not sure i can stay committed to completing such costly sets. Ive lowered my expectations

1909 E95 low grade Graded
1932 US Caramel Low graded
1941 Play Ball low to mid grade

i will likely start numnerically, build the 1909, then move on... either way keep you posted!!!!!!!!!!

[Leon]

Of the choices, to me, it would be hands down T3. Good luck the quest is a lot, if not most, of the fun.