The National

[BillyCoxDodgers3B]

The last 4-5 Nationals I attended were nothing but a waste of time and money. Nothing to buy, and anything that was sold could have been done from the comfort of home. Barring any excited phone calls from people saying that I should get there ASAP, I'm done with this show.

[rjackson44]

I have the national here everyday thx leon

[Johnny630]

Will LE Be There This Year??

[Aquarian Sports Cards]

This just in, We will be there set up, will post booth number shortly! If you haven't caught me on the East Coast some time, please stop by and say "hi!" We'll have some of our fall Pre War there on preview.

[ajjohnsonsoxfan]

I love the Natty! Great fun to browse the vast sea of tables and all the spectacular items for sale. And of course meet up with some buds to talk all things cards. This year I'll be set up at a table selling some of my collection. If you haven't been, I highly recommend.

[Jewish-collector]

I used to attend the National every year, but the novelty is over. The only reason to go nowadays to meetup with guys from these message boards and/or friends who are going. Leon's net54 dinner was the best experience of attending the National.

[Wildfireschulte]

I'll be set up at booth 966 - my first National since 2015. I'm pulling my Cobb cards and Cobb autographs out of the safety deposit box, quadrupling the price and going fishing!

[Kzoo]

Originally Posted by BillyCox3

The last 4-5 Nationals I attended were nothing but a waste of time and money. Nothing to buy, and anything that was sold could have been done from the comfort of home. Barring any excited phone calls from people saying that I should get there ASAP, I'm done with this show.

I disagree. I don't find much to buy, but I still enjoy the hunt IN PERSON and I have always found quality pieces, cards and memorabilia, to add to my collection. There's something to be said about holding an item in hand before purchasing instead of looking at a screen. Just my opinion, but I bet there are many collectors that feel the same way.

[Yoda]

Could someone kindly refresh my memory as to the dates of the "Gathering."

[Shoeless Moe]

If there is a T206 in a urinal at the National are you pulling it out?

Oh wait a minute.....that can be taken 2 ways.

[Steve_NY]

Its always fun to read the comments regarding the National.

If its rare, It will sell on Tuesday set up day, Weds or Thursday: if its rare and it lasts to Friday than its probably way overpriced.

While I know that there are those who will not be attending, guess what, there will be hundreds maybe thousands to take their place for each person who chooses not to attend. I suspect that the attendance will set records. Anyone really disagree?

I will be at Booth 1114 just 8 booths in the front door facing the food concessions. Stop by and chat if you can push through the crowds. Wishful thinking?

Steve

[Snapolit1]

I think what may affect attendance is what someone alluded to above. . . . most people haven't gone anywhere in 16 months. . . . for those with families far away or small kids, there may be other trips more pressing and immediate that have to come first.

Balancing some people's concerns re: COVID and the tremendous pent up demand to get out and live our lives again, I could see the attendance being anywhere from disappointing to record breaking. I traveled cross country last weekend to see some ballgames and the airports and plane were real crowded.

[Exhibitman]

I would not be surprised to see crowds like 1991 Anaheim. Surging modern market and crazy prices on vintage, plus 15 months of lockdown. I had a big case that was supposed to start trial on 7/19, so I had basically written off the show regardless. Of course, we just settled it but I gave in to the family pressure for a real family vacation instead of my trekking off to CHI for a week and them doing whatever while I did.

[Aquarian Sports Cards]

Of course the 1991 Anaheim was followed almost immediately by an industry crippling crash...