48 Bowman Set [Probstein]

[packs]

I agree with the original sentiment. I find it hard to get excited about this set. Something about it is really underwhelming. I like the 39 Play Ball set just fine so it's not that it's black and white.

[Misunderestimated]

I think that this was a good buy given the market direction The graded Hall of Fame Rookie Card premium makes it a set with considerable upside. Also, it's not like there are a lot of nice 48 Bowmans out there that will tilt the supply once they get graded.... This could/will impact the newer rookies that are selling at higher prices everyday especially those from the "wax junk era" -- many many more of them are getting graded as we speak.< Check out prices on 1988 Fleer John Smoltz >

Okay that's my "investor" schtick... As a collector these cards are not very appealing although they have a certain minimalist appeal. Bowman was just starting out and didn't include very many subjects and not every team is represented. Moreover, they did not include the two biggest names available at the time: Ted WIilliams and Joe Dimaggio. Nor does it include the most important newcomer: Jackie Robinson.

[rjackson44]

Originally Posted by Misunderestimated

I think that this was a good buy given the market direction The graded Hall of Fame Rookie Card premium makes it a set with considerable upside. Also, it's not like there are a lot of nice 48 Bowmans out there that will tilt the supply once they get graded.... This could/will impact the newer rookies that are selling at higher prices everyday especially those from the "wax junk era" -- many many more of them are getting graded as we speak.< Check out prices on 1988 Fleer John Smoltz >

Okay that's my "investor" schtick... As a collector these cards are not very appealing although they have a certain minimalist appeal. Bowman was just starting out and didn't include very many subjects and not every team is represented. Moreover, they did not include the two biggest names available at the time: Ted WIilliams and Joe Dimaggio. Nor does it include the most important newcomer: Jackie Robinson.

Agree with brian and leon ,,but still a steal

[AGuinness]

It does seem like the buyer got a good deal. And the seller did no favors by not listing the grades of the HOF rookies, which could have easily been done as the sub-heading instead of "SUPER HIGH END," but at least in the description.
People have posted about B&W cards being less desirable in a few places, but I really enjoy B&W photography and cards, and I think some individual B&W cards can be more appealing than individual colorized cards (whether based off a B&W photo or an artist's rendition). The 48 Bowman Musial is striking to me, and continues to be a good deal even in this market.
And on another note, nice disclaimer at the end of the first post to keep things on topic for the conversation!

[Ricky]

Amazing. I bought this set in VG-EX condition back around 1990 - before TPGs - and still have it and spent under $200 on it. Not the most appealing set, agreed, but historically important.

[CobbSpikedMe]

Probstein sucks. (sorry, I couldn't resist Steve).

[Snapolit1]

Originally Posted by CobbSpikedMe

Probstein sucks. (sorry, I couldn't resist Steve).

Ha. Knew someone couldn’t resist.