How Many No Longer Collect or Sold Collections?

[johnmh71]

Originally Posted by Cardboard Junkie

I have thinned out my collection a lot. Now I am trying to stick with graded cards and only my most favorite ones, as I anticipate a huge economic downturn soon.

What makes you say that? Not that I disagree, because I certainly don't, but I am curious how you came the conclusion that things will get worse.

[MattyC]

For those fleeing the imminent economic apocalypse, feel free to sell me your great cards forthwith

[Cardboard Junkie]

Originally Posted by johnmh71

What makes you say that? Not that I disagree, because I certainly don't, but I am curious how you came the conclusion that things will get worse.

tea leaves

[goudey1933]

I'm riding the fence as a lurker...sold my collection 3 years ago.This summer instead of prewar baseball,I started a 1954 Topps hockey set (PSA 5 or better).Its cheaper and I enjoy it...plus a completable set on a tight budget.Very few prewar sets can say that.Next spring I plan on starting a T210 series to completion..not sure which one yet.So for now I just lurk here.

[Theo_450]

In about 2 weeks, I will have sold it all off, except for some shiny stuff that I am not sure why I am keeping. A few mid 80's complete sets that are virtually worthless. I guess that's why I am keeping them.

I am lurking now, and will probably continue to do so. I enjoy the knowledge and nostalgia. Funny thing about it is, I played little league, I was pretty decent, but I am not really even a baseball fan. I went to a Braves game last year. It was fun to see the crowd, and drink some beers, but the game was, well boring. I can't remember the last time I watched a game on TV. Of course, I haven't had TV for three years.

[bbcard1]

Originally Posted by goudey1933

.Next spring I plan on starting a T210 series to completion..not sure which one yet.So for now I just lurk here.

I would offer that collecting a team set is a nice option. Inexpensive, allows focus, can always choose another if you finish one you like...unless you choose New Orleans.

i did a Roanoke because it's where I live.

[billyb]

Stopped collecting because of the vast variety of cards coming out in the early 90s. Finally, gave all my card collection to my son. Modern cards anyways.
But started helping a cousin with Ruth photo collection and doing the research, fell in love with photos, and the vintage cards are drawing my attention.
I am getting that old feeling again, and already have purchased my first piece of memorbilia last week off this site. Just a 23 year pause.

Boy,.......is my wife happy.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by billyb

Boy,.......is my wife happy.

Probably as happy as the rest of our wives.

[JasonL]

Originally Posted by Leon

Probably as happy as the rest of our wives.

to help the family out of a financial strait, they can remain "happy"

[Runscott]

Originally Posted by billyb

Boy,.......is my wife happy.

You may have discovered a secret formula.

All men should start collecting cards, whether they want to or not, wait until their wife is angry, then stop.

[ullmandds]

Thinned my collection by 50% or so...still some more thinning to do...narrowed my focus dramatically...couldn't imagine ever stopping collecting totally! But then again there is no wife...probably never will be!!!!

[thehoodedcoder]

Originally Posted by johnmh71

What makes you say that? Not that I disagree, because I certainly don't, but I am curious how you came the conclusion that things will get worse.

if you anticipate a huge economic down turn, the last thing you want to be invested in is US currency. lol. I hope you bought silver or gold.

kevin

[Hankphenom]

If you suffer from our brand of insanity, hunting for stuff is fun, having stuff is fun, and even selling stuff can be fun. I know collectors that have churned all their lives, constantly turning over fabulous collections for new fabulous stuff. It's all good, and IMHO a healthier kind of insanity than those for whom the sky is always about to fall.

[johnmh71]

Originally Posted by thehoodedcoder

if you anticipate a huge economic down turn, the last thing you want to be invested in is US currency. lol. I hope you bought silver or gold.

kevin

I am a big fan of silver.

[conor912]

Originally Posted by johnmh71

I am a big fan of silver.

You and the Hunt brothers.