T206 focus

[Mountaineer1999]

Originally Posted by freakhappy

One thing that has really helped me is taking on other sets and continuing to collect other individual cards that I like as well. I only collect when I feel like it too, I don't force anything. When I first started collecting T206's, I went at it like I was going to finish the set within a few years...but in reality I knew it would take a lot longer because I'm not one that has unlimited funds. I've set a modest goal every year that doesn't push myself or my pockets too much. If I don't hit it, it's no big deal, but it gives me something to strive for. I figure I'll finish the set (518) within fifteen years from my starting point...which is fine with me.

What is hard for a lot of people when starting the Monster is the fact that it will be a marathon to finish the set and it's easy to get bored or complacent...and that's where my other collections have helped me out. I don't know where I'd be if I only collected T206's...probably in a mental institute!

I do think the smart way to go is to collect a small subset and if you want to extend your focus from there, test it out. This set, even in low condition will cost you thousands of dollars to complete.

You make many valid points here Mike. Slow and steady is a key because once your done then what is there? I agree the best way to approach this is through subsets and I may back up and try that approach.