Collecting and completing sets

[1952boyntoncollector]

I been working on a high grade PSA 8 average 1954 set for fun...and keep adding cards but always willing to sell all for one or two waterfront property cards..

I got about 60 more to go plus some upgrades..to be 'finished'

[Econteachert205]

Im a set collector by nature. My first sets collected as a kid was 1975 and 1968 topps which are still two of my favorites. I only finished the 68 set in the last few years. As an adult I focused on T205 and I'm 3-4 cards short of a master set, with no intentions of finishing. I'm pretty much done collecting/buying unless something smacks me in the face at an amazing price but it was great to relive the emotions I had as a kid of finding the perfect card to fill a set

[darkhorse9]

I am most certainly a set collector.

I started off collecting the sets I knew as a child (1969-1977)

then expanded to sets since I was born (1962- 1968)
I then finished the 1960's and started on the 1950's

I then decided to get a set from every year 1940 - today.

Right now I have every Topps set (save for the 1952 high numbers) and I am working on a 1952 Bowman set to fill that hole.

The 1940's are on my radar now.

here's how my collection looks now.

[SMPEP]

107 is very impressive Ken! Those last 14 are going to be tough. I can't even find pictures of 4 of them!

Cheers,
Patrick

[bnorth]

To me set collecting was much more fun before eBay. Now if you have the $ most sets/cards are just a click away.

I am about 90% through the 55 Bowman set in near poor condition and just starting the 54 Topps set in the same condition. Figured the 2 Ted Williams cards in the 54 would make up for the lack of one in the 55. To make it more fun I am only buying cards from fellow members to build these 2 sets.

I still find it fun to look for cheap cards for my set needs but know it would be way cheaper to just buy them completed. Good thing for me is it is just a hobby and the resale value really means nothing to me.

[vintagebaseballcardguy]

I completed a '53 Topps set and then had trouble deciding what was next. I stopped and started a few sets. I then swore off set building several times and decided I would be happier focusing on singles and player collecting or team collecting. However, I have realized how much I enjoy set building. Though nowhere near as accomplished as many on this board, I still have the '53 Topps set and am about half way through with '56 and '65 Topps. I also have gotten interested in vintage football and have purchased a '69 set, which I am upgrading.

What I enjoy most about set building is going through lots, partials, and sets and just shuffling through lots of cards. It is enjoyable for me watching them come together and filling holes and seeing it fill in. The thought of spending money on commons and nobodys used to drive me nuts. However, the best stories and poses and backgrounds in some sets are found among the commons. They often help to tell the story of that particular year. I am absolutely hooked!

[Bruinsfan94]

Originally Posted by darkhorse9

I am most certainly a set collector.

I started off collecting the sets I knew as a child (1969-1977)

then expanded to sets since I was born (1962- 1968)
I then finished the 1960's and started on the 1950's

I then decided to get a set from every year 1940 - today.

Right now I have every Topps set (save for the 1952 high numbers) and I am working on a 1952 Bowman set to fill that hole.

The 1940's are on my radar now.

here's how my collection looks now.

Awesome photo! I'm still in college right now so I haven't been as active but thats the way I want to collect. Must be a lot of fun to go through all the different years!

[jfkheat]

I am working on the 1954 Red Heart Dog Food set in PSA 8 or better. I have a thread on the CU forum with pictures of the cards that I have now, see link below. As of now I need 7 cards to complete the set and need to upgrade the Musial. I am trying to be pretty picky about centering. I'm trying to keep all cards 60/40 or better.
James

https://forums.collectors.com/messag...hreadid=949248

[iowadoc77]

I am a set collector as well.
Finished the 1935 National Chicle football set in SGC holders
25 cards away from T205 gold borders
5 away from E98
Started and fizzled on the 1933 Goudey.
Need to stay focused and finish the E98 and T205, but I get distracted

[ALR-bishop]

I am a set junkie. Topps set and pack run, 1948 and 1951 to 2015. Bowman set run 1948 to 1955. Fleer run 1923 ( only pre war and not finished), and 1959 to 2007. Have also done all Topps insert and issued test sets through 1994. Working on unissued Topps Test sets. Also any SCD, Beckett or PSA variations listed for the above sets.

Been at it since 1957 with one break from 1971 to 1980. Running out of space.

[mechanicalman]

I only got back in the hobby a few years ago, so my focus has been largely on Hall of Fame subsets of T206, '33, '34, and '38 Goudey, Delong, and '41 Play Ball. I've probably spread myself too thinly with too many sets, but I'm having a hard time prioritizing. I love them all. I have respect for the guys that build complete sets; I'm not sure I have the budget or patience to go this route as it might drive my crazy trying to procure a rare common. It's hard enough finding reasonably priced Cobbs, Mattys, WaJos, Ruths, etc.