3rd Annual Vintage Trade Show and Get Together

[JollyElm]

A random take:

I'm thinking that it's like we Topps-era guys going to a supposedly 'vintage' show and being annoyed at seeing all of the shiny stuff taking up space there.

To the pre-war guys, post-war IS the shiny stuff.

[ValKehl]

Originally Posted by JollyElm

A random take:

I'm thinking that it's like we Topps-era guys going to a supposedly 'vintage' show and being annoyed at seeing all of the shiny stuff taking up space there.

To the pre-war guys, post-war IS the shiny stuff.

Darren, you got that right!!

[Casey2296]

This is the only gathering of pre-war specific collectors, 60 guys having a good time, keep it that way, if it grows to 250 guys having a good time so much the better.
There are plenty of venues for post war on up so folks that are into that can have a good time too.

[Vintagedeputy]

I can’t believe that number three is upon us. The first two were a blast and I hope to be able to make this next one.

[raineybt]

This is such a cool show, and amazing to see Hank and his book (and amazing collection!). Haven’t been this excited for a show since the old Senators reunions - can’t wait to see a lot of these cool collections.

[Leon]

Hopefully, this doesn't turn into a show with collectors/dealers bringing cases of stuff they have on ebay, and in their for-sale piles, to only sell. I want to come to see collections and meet folks. And if there are sales, trades etc...that is awesome. But a few responses make me think this could get to be a "show"...There are plenty of shows already, I want to go to a get-together. ...

But again, not my monkey, not my circus....

[brunswickreeves]

Perhaps a fitting card for above post…

[tjisonline]

I don't think people will. Andrew and Ryan set expectations plus continue to let people know what type of event this is. i'm looking at this event as more of a "get together" and "display show" than a "transactional show".

My prewar display inventory is limited compared to many folks here ( newer to this area of the hobby) but enjoyed tremendously nevertheless. plus, I have a 3-4 postwar vintage interesting items that are seldom seen in the wild that might be brought along. additionally, I can always quickly put those items out of sight if the overall room's theme is disrupted.

If anyone sets up displays cases like this is the Nat or The Philly Show, they should quickly feel out of place.

Originally Posted by Leon

Hopefully, this doesn't turn into a show with collectors/dealers bringing cases of stuff they have on ebay, and in their for-sale piles, to only sell. I want to come to see collections and meet folks. And if there are sales, trades etc...that is awesome. But a few responses make me think this could get to be a "show"...There are plenty of shows already, I want to go to a get-together. ...

But again, not my monkey, not my circus....

[sammythunder]

Originally Posted by tjisonline

I don't think people will. Andrew and Ryan set expectations plus continue to let people know what type of event this is. i'm looking at this event as more of a "get together" and "display show" than a "transactional show".

I am glad to hear this. I would love to see the collections of others at this get together. It's one thing to see photos here and other platforms. It's another to actually see collections in person.

[LEHR]

Originally Posted by tjisonline

If anyone sets up displays cases like this is the Nat or The Philly Show, they should quickly feel out of place.

How would you display the items you bring if not in a display case? Personally I wouldn't just put $50k of material out on an open table and walk away. With the display cases at least you can keep your items under lock and key and you're free to roam.

[kcohen]

Is it that time of year already? You had me at “food”. Thanks again Ryan and Andrew for putting this on again.

Hey Leon. It’s been a long time. Unless it changes from the first two years, it will be nothing like you described. It’s, for me at least, the best of
both worlds, the ability to admire collections and maybe buy or trade something, but without the somewhat oppressive vibe of a card show.

I hope you can come. I’m sure you’ll know many of the folks there.

Ken

[Lunker21]

The event was amazing! Please keep us posted annually! Should be the weekend before superbowl every year! Getting me through the winter to the horizon of start of spring training!... and Val was there... with shirt upgrade and a special add on...