Net54 Hall of Fame

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Saw this on a different forum (got a great thread going and saw some truly amazing collections) and thought it would be fun and great to see some other impressive collections! As well as for me to look at more threads non-autographed .



Vote for 5 members on this forum that you believe best represents the top collections of our hobby. You cannot vote for yourself (and I wouldn't have anyway).



Mine, not in order, but it is mainly auto guys lol:



1. JasonxMay - (signed hof rookies)



2. Navarro - (signed hof rookies and hof signed cards)



3. Paul - T206 Collector - single greatest signed T206 collection in existence



4. TheSchleps - (see Navarro)



5. RGold - (insanely high grade '33 Goudeys)



Leon - (big type collector with some monstrous rarities)



Honorable mentions:



1. Leon - (big type collector with some monstrous rarities)



2. MattyC - (check out most valuable cards you own)



3. Dave - (highest quality signed hof collection you can imagine)



4. Richard and Jim - (seriously have every autograph of every player imaginable, and many obscure guys who passed early and had a few games played)



5. So many others to be considered, please don't be offended!





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[pokerplyr80]

I'm not too familiar with other peoples collections, other than a few that I've seen. I have seen yours Brent and it's hard to imagine someone with a better collection of signed HOFers but if there is one I'd love to see it.

I'm sure most of us have seen the collection Leon has up for sale right now and that one is amazing.

MattyC's collection of high-end centered cards with great eye appeal would get a vote from me. If you ever want to see why you should buy the card and not the holder check out what he's posted.

Perhaps we should see if members feel like posting links to show off their collection. Even if we don't have an official vote I'm sure we'd all like to admire the cards.

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by pokerplyr80

I have seen yours Brent and it's hard to imagine someone with a better collection of signed HOFers but if there is one I'd love to see it.

Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm not close lol.

Scary thing is, I personally believe to view myself for Hall of Fame Autographed "Rookie" Cards on the outside 15 looking in.


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[7nohitter]

I hate to brag, but I am the proud owner of a COMPLETE 1988 Fleer set.

COMPLETE.

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

I hate to brag, but I am the proud owner of a COMPLETE 1988 Fleer set.



COMPLETE.

Ok, but what about '88 Score Traded Tiffany? Got that as well, you're in!


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[ALR-bishop]

Andrew-- no one is going to believe that without scans

[pokerplyr80]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm not close lol.

Scary thing is, I personally believe to view myself for Hall of Fame Autographed "Rookie" Cards on the outside 15 looking in.


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I didn't realize there were that many autographed vintage cards in existence to have 15 collections better than yours. I guess that's why I don't see them up for sale very often. Or perhaps I'm not looking in the right places.

[baztacula]

Right now I'd say it's a tie among all the guys you mentioned. A fair tie breaker would be the gentleman who has the absolute best Toad Ramsey of the group. Obviously, a signed Ramsey card would seal the deal.

Show us your Toads, fellas.

[pawpawdiv9]

FYI, you know you can click on the 'Community' link and then click 'Pictures/Albums and see whats been posted by our members
http://www.net54baseball.com/album.php

[7nohitter]

Originally Posted by ALR-bishop

Andrew-- no one is going to believe that without scans

Al,
This will require going to my safe deposit box. I might make the trip tomorrow.

[Stonepony]

I'm sure there are hundreds of fantastic collections amongst board members. I'm also sure many are held quite close to the vest.

[7nohitter]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

Ok, but what about '88 Score Traded Tiffany? Got that as well, you're in!


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Brent,

This is my White Whale. Someday.

In all honesty, I am always amazed by your collection.

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by 7nohitter

Brent,



This is my White Whale. Someday.



In all honesty, I am always amazed by your collection.

Damn! Was about to add a 6th spot!

You're the best! Thank you so much, been very humbled by with what I've have accumulated.

Cheers,

Brent


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[Eric72]

Bruce. Polarizing, yes. However, the man had a tremendous collection, from what I gleaned during the relatively brief overlap between his time here and mine.

[familytoad]

RIP Bruce, the only collector who could get around the rule of not voting for yourself...while simultaneously voting for himself

[clydepepper]

Originally Posted by Stonepony

I'm sure there are hundreds of fantastic collections amongst board members. I'm also sure many are held quite close to the vest.

+1

Though I show off on the board, no one in town know what I have...at least no one who knows where I live.

The good thing about having money tied up in this hobby rather than jewelry, electronics, or cars...you are not normally a target.
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[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

5. RobD - (insanely high grade '33 Goudeys)

Nope, not me. Don't own a single 1933 Goudey.

And No. 3 is factually incorrect, too, in regard to "single greatest signed T206 collection in existence."

Contrary to what many here think (and what often is implied), there are a ton of collectors out there with fantastic collections who either have never heard of Net54 or would never even think of posting here.

[glchen]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Nope, not me. Don't own a single 1933 Goudey.

Probably referring to rgold.

[Rich Klein]

I think a Net54 HOF would be better. it would be a great way to note great posters past and present such as the Bruces and those who constantly help the hobby such as Wonka and Calvin Dog.

Or we could remember Peter Chao and jrawlsian among others


Regards
Rich

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by glchen

Probably referring to rgold.

Yes, I'm sorry. Figured to get a few wrong! Lol


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[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by Rich Klein

I think a Net54 HOF would be better. it would be a great way to note great posters past and present such as the Bruces and those who constantly help the hobby such as Wonka and Calvin Dog.

Or we could remember Peter Chao and jrawlsian among others


Regards
Rich

Deal! And will change lol


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[HOF Auto Rookies]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Nope, not me. Don't own a single 1933 Goudey.



And No. 3 is factually incorrect, too, in regard to "single greatest signed T206 collection in existence."



Contrary to what many here think (and what often is implied), there are a ton of collectors out there with fantastic collections who either have never heard of Net54 or would never even think of posting here.

First off, sorry!

Secondly, who is better for signed T206? Just learnin

Lastly, I know there are plenty of amazing other collections we don't know about, but that's not the point. That's why I narrowed it down to only Net54, hence the title.


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[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by HOF Auto Rookies

First off, sorry!

Secondly, who is better for signed T206? Just learnin

Lastly, I know there are plenty of amazing other collections we don't know about, but that's not the point. That's why I narrowed it down to only Net54, hence the title.


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No apology necessary.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Rich Klein

I think a Net54 HOF would be better. it would be a great way to note great posters past and present such as the Bruces and those who constantly help the hobby such as Wonka and Calvin Dog.

Or we could remember Peter Chao and jrawlsian among others


Regards
Rich

[calvindog]

Originally Posted by Rich Klein

I think a Net54 HOF would be better. it would be a great way to note great posters past and present such as the Bruces and those who constantly help the hobby such as Wonka and Calvin Dog.

Or we could remember Peter Chao and jrawlsian among others


Regards
Rich

Wonka and I will both be wearing our Net 54 Hall of Fame t-shirts at the National.

[CMIZ5290]

Originally Posted by calvindog

Wonka and I will both be wearing our Net 54 Hall of Fame t-shirts at the National.

delete..

[HOF Auto Rookies]

As other's said, Wonka and Calvin unreal collections.


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[wonkaticket]

Originally Posted by calvindog

Wonka and I will both be wearing our Net 54 Hall of Fame t-shirts at the National.

I'll be wearing mine two sizes two small to get better deals.

All joking aside neat topic. I can't say that the following people have the best or aren't the best in their collecting. However with that said I've either admired their passion, collecting, collections, or they have inspired my collecting or influenced me in some shape or form. In no particular order and to name just a few..they are.

Richard Masson
Jay Miller
James Blumenthal (RIP)
Tony Andrea
Jeff Lichtman
Ron Gold
Chad & Doug Dreier
Dan McKee and Pops (RIP Mr. McKee)
Mike Peich
John Vanderbeck
Monty Barrie
Chris Browne
Sean Costello
Bruce Dorskind (RIP)
Jay Wolt
Barry Halper (RIP)
Scott Mosley
Julie Vognar
Keith O'leary
Tom Boblitt
Keith Olbermann
Rob Lifson
Joann Kline
Brian Weisner
Henry Moses
Scott Hassel
Tom Burton
Barry Sloate

Not to mention the fathers and early collectors of our hobby Egan, Burdick, Carter, Wharton-Tigar, Bray, Barker, Pollard, Nagy, Conlon, Copeland and on and on...

In the end there are so many amazing collectors it would be tough to make a list because so many have impacted the hobby beyond just what they have obtained in collectibles. In the end I'm flattered any one would mention me or my collection so thanks.

Cheers,

John

[mrvster]

Just read your list....I AM HONORED to be there.....you have influenced my collecting BIG TIME , and would vote you as a sure fire candidate for HOFER SUPER COLLECTOR! TOP 5 DEFINITELY!.............your collection is EPIC! a true piece of history....museum quality

you and your collection will go down in history......your passion alone influences MARKETS!

there are a lot of guys on your list that influenced my focus...

but wonka is top o' the list

[HOF Auto Rookies]

Some amazing collections I'm starting to see I didn't know existed!

Thanks for the kinds words and in helping make this a fun hobby!

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[Jobu]

I have only been on Net54 for about a year, but I am surprised that this thread made it to post #31 without a mention of TedZ. I would think that David Hall deserves a mention as well.

[Econteachert205]

Originally Posted by Jobu

I have only been on Net54 for about a year, but I am surprised that this thread made it to post #31 without a mention of TedZ. I would think that David Hall deserves a mention as well.

Just about to nominate Ted Z.

[tedzan]

I really appreciate your kind words.

However, I am more surprised that Mark Macrae and Art Martineau and Scot Reader have not been mentioned by now.

Furthermore, although he has not posted on Net54 in quite a while, Bill Heitman certainly deserves to be mentioned in this "HOF" thread.

Anyhow, having just noted these four very worthy candidates....they are indeed my selections.


TED Z
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[frankbmd]

If we have a vote, somebody is going to get hurt.

[RCMcKenzie]

Agree with the nominations thusfar and in addition I nominate--
tBob
Leon L
Rich K
I.Own.It!
CanOfPrimo
PeteCld
Pro9
BowlingShoeGiverOuterGuy
His brother
The McKees
Joe G.
Frank the monster # guy
The Howe McCormick collector
Bruce (the other Bruce)
Gary
The SABR guy who is the photo ID expert
RunScott

[chaddurbin]

Originally Posted by RCMcKenzie

Agree with the nominations thusfar and in addition I nominate--
tBob
Leon L
Rich K
I.Own.It!
CanOfPrimo
PeteCld
Pro9
BowlingShoeGiverOuterGuy
His brother
The McKees
Joe G.
Frank the monster # guy
The Howe McCormick collector
Bruce (the other Bruce)
Gary
The SABR guy who is the photo ID expert
RunScott

ha might as well add john spencer of the original fullcount board to this list. hope you're still doing well somewhere (england?) john and mike...

http://web.archive.org/web/200106131.../disc1_toc.htm

[BeanTown]

Jay Miller

[Rich Klein]

The Howe McCormick guy is "Stuck in Omaha"

Rich

Most of you know their real names, but I prefer to use their usernames. Since I enjoy regional sports collections from the West Coast/PNW; in no particular order:

oaks1912
bbpostcards
seattlerainiers

[Hot Springs Bathers]

I would add the late John England near the very top of the list.

[Peter_Spaeth]

"Frank the monster # guy"

The Hall is only one day old and it's already going the way of Cooperstown, extreme dilution.

[frankbmd]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

"Frank the monster # guy"

The Hall is only one day old and it's already going the way of Cooperstown, extreme dilution.

At least you haven't been nominated Peter. Then we would really have a problem.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by frankbmd

At least you haven't been nominated Peter. Then we would really have a problem.

I made Ron Gold's list of 30 top lawyers, that's enough ego gratification for me.

[MacDice]

Until we can rule out illegal drug use by all members not sure I can cast a vote for the Net54 HOF

[joeadcock]

The Yeakley's

[Exhibitman]

This is like voting for the toughest Muppet.

[vintagewhitesox]

Originally Posted by Exhibitman

This is like voting for the toughest Muppet.

I nominate you, Fozzy Bear!

[ksabet]

This might be the single dumbest thread ever

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by ksabet

This might be the single dumbest thread ever

I would omit the "might."

[ksabet]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

I would omit the "might."

I like to give the benefit of the doubt but you "might" be right