1987 Topps

[mrmopar]

I am one that doesn't understand the above average love for that set. I did buy a ton of it as a kid, more than past years for some reason for which I don't recall now. It was almost my last hurrah, as I left for the Navy at the end of 87 and would slowly run down my collecting while I was serving until I revived the interest in 1993 right before returning to civilian life.

Of all the 80s sets as I look back now, I would say that 80, 81, 83 were tops for me from a strict design perspective and 86 was my favorite from the massive production era.

[BearBailey]

I Loved and still love the1987 cards. I opened more of this year than any other year. At 13 dollars a box, I am not even sure how much I opened, but I know I put together 10 hand collated sets the only product I have ever opened close to as much of is the 1987 donruss? Between the stars and the rookies it is hard not to like unless you think well if I have this many how much is really out there?

[VintageVinnie]

I'm glad I am not the only one in love with the 87's! One item I forgot, that I think is worth mentioning, is the picture quality and awesome action shots on these cards. I think Topps really got it right this year. Check out #520, Jack Clark. Looks like he just got the stop sign at the last moment from the 3rd base coach. Great shot! ..Or how about #500, Donnie Baseball. I love this picture. Mattingly just LOOKS like a baseball player at the plate. Iconic picture.