Advice requested for a collector at a crossroad

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Posted By: Al Crisafulli

Jeff, I totally understand.

A few years ago, to give my collecting a little focus, I decided to build a run of sets from each year the Yankees won the World Series. I figured that would give me 26 sets to work on, spanning virtually every era, and encompasses some great sets and some big cards.

After five sets, I got bored and frustrated, and started thinking about "re-purposing" my collection. But at the same time, the 26-set challenge seemed like a great long-term project.

After learning a little from some collector friends (many of whom participate on 54), I decided to start a HOF type card set as well. I've found it to be the most fun I've ever had in the hobby. I still work on my "Yankee run" (working on 1928, 1939 and 1962 right now), but I do it more sparingly, and find myself devoting a lot more time to the HOF players. I've learned a lot about obscure card types, and have picked up some cards that are now among my favorites in my collection.

Good luck, whatever you choose.

-Al