1960 Leaf Question

[CamaroDMD]

I have no knowledge of the tolerances of this set's size...but it almost sounds like the cards might be trimmed. Again, I could be COMPLETELY wrong as I don't collect this set. But, that was the first thought I had.

[Gr8Beldini]

Originally Posted by CamaroDMD

I have no knowledge of the tolerances of this set's size...but it almost sounds like the cards might be trimmed. Again, I could be COMPLETELY wrong as I don't collect this set. But, that was the first thought I had.

My initial thought as well however, I see quite a few of these at different shows, as well as the ones I own. They are all cut the same size (slightly smaller). My reason for posting is to find out if anyone has cards from this set that measure 2 1/2 x 3 1/2. Until I find somebody with properly cut cards from this set, I am inclined to think the standard for the set is slightly smaller than the standard Topps card. Anyone?

[savedfrommyspokes]

I have about 50 of the first series of these Leaf cards in VG-EX to EX shape. The 25 or so I checked all measured up short both l/r and t/b. The variances varied slightly from card to card. Not likely someone would have trimmed cards in the condition of my cards, or would cards in so many others collection also be trimmed. The size of these cards is likely due to whatever cutting procedure was used for this set. The cutting of this set reminds me of the cuts that are typically found with 60-61 Fleer baseball and football cards. The most noticeable difference between the cuts of these Leaf cards and 60-61 Fleer cards is that some of the Fleer cards are found larger(possibly due to handcutting), smaller, as well as the correct size.

[Gr8Beldini]

Thank you to those that responded. I was really hoping to hear from somebody thay has some graded cards from this set. Are these cards shy of the standard 2 1/2 x 3 1/2? If so, that would tell me that the lot I have the opportunity to purchase is legitimate, and not miscut. From what I've seen and gathered from this post, '60 Leaf cards are cut uniformly, but shy of the standard Topps issues. Thank you in advance... JB

[pclpads]

I have three graded, one PSA #25; and two SGC #58 and 125. All are approx. 1/16" shy each way. None were given the mc qualifier.

[Gr8Beldini]

Originally Posted by pclpads

I have three graded, one PSA #25; and two SGC #58 and 125. All are approx. 1/16" shy each way. None were given the mc qualifier.

That was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.