Topps (SP) and (SSP ) Cards

[vintagebaseballcardguy]

I think you're right, Isiahfan, about the SPs and SSPs, and I have arrived at the same conclusion as you: it's not worth it to me. I've made an honest attempt the last few years to get into Flagship and some Heritage, but for me it's just throwing good money after bad. I see people throwing away tons of base. I even had a guy on another platform send me a box of full of S1 for free after he announced he would trash them unless someone wanted them. That's just messed up. It's pretty much as though if it's not some kind of manufactured rarity like a low #d card, an auto, or some relic, the cards are simply junk to people. OP, if you want SSPs, prepare to pay through the nose. I've never stopped my vintage pursuits. That's what I'm going back to concentrating my collecting funds on. Everyone should collect what they like, and I respect that.

[insidethewrapper]

Why even collect Team Sets anymore with all the SP and SSP cards etc ? I will not pay for these types of cards to complete my sets ? Very frustrating ! I have complete Topps Detroit Tigers Basic Team Sets since 1951 but the last couple of years has ruined even collecting Team Sets. It was great when all cards ( or most of them) were printed in equal numbers.

[G1911]

Originally Posted by insidethewrapper

Why even collect Team Sets anymore with all the SP and SSP cards etc ? I will not pay for these types of cards to complete my sets ? Very frustrating ! I have complete Topps Detroit Tigers Basic Team Sets since 1951 but the last couple of years has ruined even collecting Team Sets. It was great when all cards ( or most of them) were printed in equal numbers.

You don’t need them for a basic team set. Every card number is available in a non SP. You don’t need the SP and SSP image variations and legends to complete a basic team set. Basic team sets are available for about the cost of shipping.

[vansaad]

I really enjoy the Stadium Club SP's, especially the 2018 set. Includes two of the best looking and hard to find rookies for Acuna and Ohtani, as well as these gems for Judge and Trout. Beautiful cards IMO.

[nwobhm]

Originally Posted by insidethewrapper

Why even collect Team Sets anymore with all the SP and SSP cards etc ? I will not pay for these types of cards to complete my sets ? Very frustrating ! I have complete Topps Detroit Tigers Basic Team Sets since 1951 but the last couple of years has ruined even collecting Team Sets. It was great when all cards ( or most of them) were printed in equal numbers.

Had a conversation about this recently. SP & SSP cards make it impossible for set collectors to complete a full set. 1/1 cards means only 1 person can theoretically complete it.