What 1960's Set To Build?

[JollyElm]

1965 looks fantastic and the high numbers aren't problematic. As others have said, '61 and '67 are a nightmare due to the 'regular' high numbers and the high number HOF'ers. How about 1962? A very cool looking set that's attainable, too.

[CxG Voodoo Doll]

1965!!

[Tennken]

I agree with Nate's suggestions in the exact same order.

[NateMack]

Originally Posted by Tennken

I agree with Nate's suggestions in the exact same order.

Ahhh, very wise!!

[goheels]

Great list for 3 tough ones and then 3 achievable/easy ones. I would start with the 64 set.

As an oddball collector how about these three smaller sets:

Post 61-63 and Jello 62-3: condition is not a factor; endless variations; you can find them in a lot of places; it will take you 3-5 years to finish.

1968 Topps Milton Bradley: only 77 cards, condition is impossible, will take you 2-3 years to finish the set.

Fleer 63: 67 cards total, much more fun to collect card by card especially putting together a midgrade set, avoid the temptation to "cheat" and buy a large lot, this will take a few years also.

Always fun to piece things together bit by bit....

[Lgarza99]

Hi all, thanks for the feedback and guidance. The 67 set just pleases my eye so I'm taking the plunge. I got my first one today.

[NateMack]

Those 67T high numbers are going to be a real challenge in high grade!!! And I love a good challenge!!! Best of luck

[Chicosbailbonds]

I recommend the 1960 set.

[jasonc]

1967 Topps is a good choice IMO. Really nice looking cards, and as you stated, you wanted a challenge, with the high numbers etc.

[PowderedH2O]

67's are fantastic. It is my second favorite set of the 60's (after 1963). I'm working on an ex-mt raw set, and I'm about 75% done. I think you'll have a lot of fun, but those high numbers are going to be pricey in PSA 7-8.

[jb67]

Now that is a great start! Awesome card of Gibson.

[RayBShotz]

Really sweet Gibby!
Good Luck w the set.

[the 'stache]

The '68 set is a good selection, and that's a killer Gibson.

These guys went the route of analysing scarcity and condition issues, as well as high set expense. I was going to go another direction. For me, set collecting is partially driven by those factors, but visual appeal, and ultimately the players included have a bigger influence on my decision making.

For instance, if I were a big Cubs fan, the '61 set would be a no brainer with rookie cards of Billy Williams and Ron Santo, while having both a standard issue and an MVP card of Ernie Banks. Giants fans would like the set, too, with Juan Marichal's rookie card, and the second Willie McCovey card.

There are a lot of ways to look at it, and again, this isn't the only set from the 60s you may ever build. So you can't go wrong. Work on the '68 set, and when you want a break, maybe buy a card or two from whatever the next set you build might be.

Ultimately, you're going to have fun no matter how you go about it, right? And that's why we're all here.

Good luck, Luis! I look forward to seeing your set grow.

[quitcrab]

I like 1968. Good mix of new players. Bench Caree Seaver Ryan .... And old ....Mantle Banks Mathews Maris