If only one affordable T204 HOFer… which would you suggest?

[Belfast1933]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

I don't think you can micromanage the investment angle to the point of asking which Ramly HOFer is going to better hold value. I would buy what you like the most, within what you can afford. And if you haven't done so, and this is not meant at all to sound patronizing, think about overall objectives.

Not taken as patronizing at all.. this is why I ask for opinions!

My objectives are simple - I collect for the joy of it, to stay reasonably within my own budget and hope that someday, my kids can sell easily and at least get back what I paid for it.

Nothing wrong with buying to invest - but that’s not my jam! Thx Peter

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Belfast1933

Not taken as patronizing at all.. this is why I ask for opinions!

My objectives are simple - I collect for the joy of it, to stay reasonably within my own budget and hope that someday, my kids can sell easily and at least get back what I paid for it.

Nothing wrong with buying to invest - but that’s not my jam! Thx Peter

Then if you're set on a Ramly I would just buy what you like, I can't imagine anyone can tell you one is more likely to retain value than the other of the one's you've listed. Personally I have found over time I do better with concrete objectives but there of course is no right or wrong way to collect.

[Belfast1933]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

Then if you're set on a Ramly I would just buy what you like, I can't imagine anyone can tell you one is more likely to retain value than the other of the one's you've listed. Personally I have found over time I do better with concrete objectives but there of course is no right or wrong way to collect.

Ok, I’ve decided… please sell me your Brown, Pete!

[CW]

In terms of player choice, I'd go with Keeler or Brown. Bresnahan should also be considered, as his card also has a nice portrait.

Whatever your choice, I'd suggest that you focus on getting a card with an image that has nice contrast, and, if possible, one without any stains or spots. This would not only help with resale value down the road, but finding a lower grade example with these qualities would also present a nice challenge to a collector (it that appeals to you).

Good luck, whatever you decide.

And, nice cards, Alywa!

[Belfast1933]

Originally Posted by CW

In terms of player choice, I'd go with Keeler or Brown. Bresnahan should also be considered, as his card also has a nice portrait.

Whatever your choice, I'd suggest that you focus on getting a card with an image that has nice contrast, and, if possible, one without any stains or spots. This would not only help with resale value down the road, but finding a lower grade example with these qualities would also present a nice challenge to a collector (it that appeals to you).

Good luck, whatever you decide.

And, nice cards, Alywa!

Solid advice - I’m thinking the same way… Keeler, Brown or maybe Bres (love the Burkett logic but his price is from a budget galaxy far, far away from mine!

[BillyCoxDodgers3B]

Man, those hairstyles were atrocious! Bresnahan bucks the trend, as does Johnson to an extent.

Collins has a bit of a Hershiser vibe in his portrait; Evers is going with a Kevin Bacon look!

[Belfast1933]

To put a bow tie finish on this thread as the OP, I wanted to report back that I was lucky enough to find/buy this beauty from a great Net54 board member.

Thx again to all for your advice above!

Jeff