July Pickups

[1880nonsports]

but I never get to show this anywhere so I'm taking advantage on the heels of Carlton's advertising piece. Of special note is 1) the picture sucks - 2) salesman carrying an OM satchel, every person is smoking, cases on the wagon, and a spirited game of horseshoes.......... My only regret is the framing which is the way it was when I bought the piece. Over the years I've wanted to upgrade the visual appeal but just can't figure out what to do with the two different sized/themed somewhat clunky elements and have enjoyed it as it is. Not cheap to do these things right and the money for now better spent on finishing my N184 Kimball master set.

[CarltonHendricks]

Originally Posted by 1880nonsports

but I never get to show this anywhere so I'm taking advantage on the heels of Carlton's advertising piece. Of special note is 1) the picture sucks - 2) salesman carrying an OM satchel, every person is smoking, cases on the wagon, and a spirited game of horseshoes.......... My only regret is the framing which is the way it was when I bought the piece. Over the years I've wanted to upgrade the visual appeal but just can't figure out what to do with the two different sized/themed somewhat clunky elements and have enjoyed it as it is. Not cheap to do these things right and the money for now better spent on finishing my N184 Kimball master set.

1880, Nice die cuts...what are the dimensions...Thanks for the kind words...glad you like my travels and the Hires sign...Yeah advertising signs are cool...one of my favorite areas.

[sayhey24]

Mark that catcher scorer is terrific!

I also love the Old Mill post office -- great piece!


Greg

[aelefson]

Thanks Henry, Carlton, and Mark! I really appreciate your comments and information. I will definitely post more scans of the face over the weekend.

Carlton, I found it at the Grafton MA flea market. It is not one I normally frequent, as my usual flea market is in NH. However, this one is fairly close to my house. I also bought it fairly late in the day (around 11am) which is unusual for me (I am usually done by 7:30-8ish). I bought it from an ephemera dealer who finds things in scrapbooks and box lots of paper. I paid 30.00 for it. Also, amazing sign!

Mark, the ones you show are incredible! I really like the detail on the catcher.

Henry, I too would love to have the 4 strikes one. In fact, I check every scorer I run across while antiquing to ensure it is not that version. Thank you again for your information (and that is an incredible die cut!).

Alan

[Exhibitman]

[perezfan]

Yes..... the Catcher Scorer is the coolest of the bunch (IMHO). I personally think it's rarer than the Rambler Car.... but close. This is only the third one I've seen in 20 years or so... one was in Halper, and one on ebay 4-5 years ago. I think I have seen at least 5-6 of the Rambler over the years.

The Rambler is also pretty cool on the reverse side, as it has very early mascot images of the Cubs and White Sox. The lousy pic does not do these justice, as it is blurry and low-def. They are really colorful, detailed and gorgeous in person.

Can't wait to see some more faces on the Hires Guy!

[1880nonsports]

I sold a catcher on eBay 5/6 years ago but it might have been a few years earlier than that :-) . I'd say they are close in scarcity but it's a minor point as there're aren't many to be found. The Hires quite tough as well. I think I remember there might be a Zeno Gum one? CRS can be deadly to a completist = fortunately I've moved on so not as much of a problem - I'll have to do a little sleuthing..........

[matty39]

A recent pick-up. Connolly

[Runscott]

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