First Time Going to National Convention (Prices better or Worse than eBay)?

[that T206 Guy]

Sorry for all the Questions.

I just don't want to go if it is a waste of time for me.

[icollectDCsports]

Originally Posted by that T206 Guy

Sorry for all the Questions.

I just don't want to go if it is a waste of time for me.

I've been to a few Nationals, and wish I could arrange to attend more frequently, but the biggest reason to go -- for me -- is just to see all the stuff and connect with folks. If you'll be disappointed if you don't put a big dent in your want list at prices you like, there's a chance it may not work out for you, but I recommend it as a worthwhile experience overall.

[that T206 Guy]

Originally Posted by icollectDCsports

I've been to a few Nationals, and wish I could arrange to attend more frequently, but the biggest reason to go -- for me -- is just to see all the stuff and connect with folks. If you'll be disappointed if you don't put a big dent in your want list at prices you like, there's a chance it may not work out for you, but I recommend it as a worthwhile experience overall.

I am willing to pay more than eBay as I get to see the cards in person and the Dealers have alot of expenses.

For Instance

I just got a 1950 Bowman PSA 8 Common for $40 on eBay Auction (not buy it now).

I wouldn't mind paying say $60 for the same card at the Show since I can Cherry Pick but lets say the same card I paid $40 for on eBay Auction was $200 at the Show Forget it.

That's what I am wondering?

Since many of you have been to the National Convention before what do you think Dealers would Price a 1950 Bowman PSA 8 Common for?

I don't need an exact quote of a card you actually saw.

Just off the top of your head what do you think something like that would be priced at the show?

[jfkheat]

You probably won't find a lot of the old PSA slabs at the show

[that T206 Guy]

Originally Posted by jfkheat

You probably won't find a lot of the old PSA slabs at the show

Would you say it is about the same Ratio (Old vs. New) as eBay?

Better or Worse than eBay or the Same?

[Bkrum]

The collection of sports card knowledge is one location is the greatest part of attending a show. I always ask lots of questions and most dealers will freely impart their wisdom as long as the table isn’t too busy. The good ones also know who specializes in certain areas (raw cards, unopened, T cards, autographs, etc) and point you their direction.