Probstein123 Experiences

[clydepepper]

As I've said many times on this forum:

probstein is STILL dead to me.

I wouldn't waste a lump of coal on that sumbitch!


Merry Christmas to everyone else.

[mferronibc]

So about 8 months ago when my son was born I decided to start a vintage card collection for him and bought a pretty nicely graded 1960 Mantle to kick things off. Knew nothing about the current landscape of the industry, trimming, grading controversy, etc. like I do now and naively dove right in. Bought the card from this seller, fine transaction and nice looking card, but since have read nothing but really shady stuff about him and his business. Makes me really regret my rookie mistake cause every time I look at that card I wonder if it’s been altered instead of enjoying it. Guess I’ll never know for sure but lesson learned that in this hobby it’s all about feeling good about what you buy (and who you buy from) not just the end product in your hands!

[Snapolit1]

He has 14500 positive eBay feedbacks in the last month and 6 negative ones. Yet in this board he is the second coming of Satan. Kind of an odd disconnect, no?

He has 668,000 documented transactions and a 99.9% eBay positive feedback. What exactly should eBay do with him?
I’ve never had an issue with him.

[T205 GB]

Originally Posted by mferronibc

cause every time I look at that card I wonder if it’s been altered instead of enjoying it. Guess I’ll never know for sure but lesson learned that in this hobby it’s all about feeling good about what you buy (and who you buy from) not just the end product in your hands!

You can always post it here and get our opinion on the card. Just a thought.

[Phil68]

Originally Posted by T205 GB

You can always post it here and get our opinion on the card. Just a thought.

That's exactly what I will do when I get a questionable card. This is the place for the best in the business. It takes a true card geek to know what's what.

[Phil68]

Originally Posted by clydepepper

As I've said many times on this forum:

probstein is STILL dead to me.

I wouldn't waste a lump of coal on that sumbitch!


Merry Christmas to everyone else.

Ok....just so we're clear, Mr. Culpepper, you do not acknowledge Mr. Probsteins existence and, thus, do NOT participate in his auctions. I can respect this stance and thoroughly enjoyed your delivery

Reading everything, it sounds like he's merely a funnel of material with no filter. His theory is "I do volume. My value is that your item will be seen.
Take it or leave it. I'm too busy to hold your hand and follow up when a buyer isn't happy. PSA grades 'em--not my issue. I have more items to list. Move on."

I get it.

[bnorth]

If you are interested in a card he is selling you need ask a few questions about the item and be sure to let him know you are very interested in the item. It makes a big difference if you do this.

[MULLINS5]

Originally Posted by Phil68

His theory is "I do volume. My value is that your item will be seen.
Take it or leave it."

That's eBay's value. Probstein's value is for those who don't have time to list, are too lazy, and/or are laundering bad product.

[Exhibitman]

Not much to add other than I've won several items and always received them timely and well packed.

[aconte]

He can also help sell your card over and over again.

For example, this Acuna Heritage red auto numbered to 15 sold on:

Nov 28th

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

Nov 20th

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

Oct 21st

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

So as you can see, his auctions are a good option if you don't get paid or if
you decide you just want to resell what you just bought. Keep on listing!

[CMIZ5290]

Biggest prick in the industry.....

[Phil68]

Originally Posted by CMIZ5290

Biggest prick in the industry.....

This is TOO easy, Lol

[Phil68]

Originally Posted by aconte

He can also help sell your card over and over again.

For example, this Acuna Heritage red auto numbered to 15 sold on:

Nov 28th

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

Nov 20th

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

Oct 21st

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2018-Topps-...p2047675.l2557

So as you can see, his auctions are a good option if you don't get paid or if
you decide you just want to resell what you just bought. Keep on listing!

Your point is well taken. On another issue; I totally get and can appreciate that people collect what they like and it's none of my business--I really do, but 3k for a brand new card of THAT guy surprises me.
Remarkable.

[Phil68]

Holy smokes!! I just realized it's Tony Aconte!
It's been like 15-20 years! Always one of the good and sane guys with a great eye!

[BigBeerGut]

Originally Posted by clydepepper

As I've said many times on this forum:

probstein is STILL dead to me.

I wouldn't waste a lump of coal on that sumbitch!


Merry Christmas to everyone else.

Why ?
What is the reason ?

And WHO are YOU anyway? Some guy on a couch at best!

Items come up for auction. If you do not like the item or the auction house do not bid otherwise shushup.

MJD

[Phil68]

[QUOTE=BigBeerGut;1944635]Why ?
What is the reason ?

And WHO are YOU anyway? Some guy on a couch at best!

Items come up for auction. If you do not like the item or the auction house do not bid otherwise shushup.

He's probably just messing around.
"Dead to me" is just a dramatic, sometimes tongue-in-cheek thing to say.
I started this thread to gather some background on business dealings folks have had. I had ONE odd experience at a show and a handful of folks randomly say they didn't care for Rick. I didn't want to dismiss Rick and his services due to his momentary rudeness and a couple of bitter buyers. He was very rude but, heck, he could've been HUNGRY, for all I know.
I gathered great information here and am happy to do business with Rick based on that. He is exactly what he appears to be. He lists terrific items and seems responsive to me as well.
Let's all just get along. None of this is terribly important anyway, Lol.