Some National Thoughts

[Jewish-collector]

Daniel,

The National is not really for the financially challenged. My guess is that most of the "average" collectors who go to this show take between $2K and $5K looking for specific cards/memorabilia. It's all relative as I probably have the least amount to spend, so the $26 per day is a sizable chunk for me. But that's OK, because as Ronnie Milsap says, "I wouldn't miss it for the world".

We find EJM's comments about the East Coast and the plethora of advanced collectors to be an inane. Another “lower class commentary” from the same crowd that elected the government whose economic programs are sure to bankrupt America.

Wealthy, successful people have rights too. The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Although we have not been able to attend the National for the past few years, we enjoyed 16 shows where we had the chance to see Four Base Hits, Texas Tommy's and an Old Judge advertising poster, and countless other rare items.

As for poor, pathetic EJM, when the National is New York City, we will provide him with a job cleaning bathrooms. Perhaps he will get lucky, and clean up after an advanced collector. That may be as close as he ever comes to tasting the joy of owning an ultra rare, high grade baseball card.

[Ejm1]

Originally Posted by Yankeefan51

We find EJM's comments about the East Coast and the plethora of advanced collectors to be an inane. Another “lower class commentary” from the same crowd that elected the government whose economic programs are sure to bankrupt America.

Wealthy, successful people have rights too. The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Although we have not been able to attend the National for the past few years, we enjoyed 16 shows where we had the chance to see Four Base Hits, Texas Tommy's and an Old Judge advertising poster, and countless other rare items.

As for poor, pathetic EJM, when the National is New York City, we will provide him with a job cleaning bathrooms. Perhaps he will get lucky, and clean up after an advanced collector. That may be as close as he ever comes to tasting the joy of owning an ultra rare, high grade baseball card.

Thanks for the kind words. Maybe I'll get lucky and meet you someday.

[David W]

Originally Posted by Yankeefan51

We find EJM's comments about the East Coast and the plethora of advanced collectors to be an inane. Another “lower class commentary” from the same crowd that elected the government whose economic programs are sure to bankrupt America.

Wealthy, successful people have rights too. The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Although we have not been able to attend the National for the past few years, we enjoyed 16 shows where we had the chance to see Four Base Hits, Texas Tommy's and an Old Judge advertising poster, and countless other rare items.

As for poor, pathetic EJM, when the National is New York City, we will provide him with a job cleaning bathrooms. Perhaps he will get lucky, and clean up after an advanced collector. That may be as close as he ever comes to tasting the joy of owning an ultra rare, high grade baseball card.

The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Maybe for you, but not for me. And unfortunately for you, you're outnumbered, plus you don't even attend it anymore, so your opinion really doesn't matter anymore, does it?

[2dueces]

Originally Posted by Yankeefan51

We find EJM's comments about the East Coast and the plethora of advanced collectors to be an inane. Another “lower class commentary” from the same crowd that elected the government whose economic programs are sure to bankrupt America.

Wealthy, successful people have rights too. The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Although we have not been able to attend the National for the past few years, we enjoyed 16 shows where we had the chance to see Four Base Hits, Texas Tommy's and an Old Judge advertising poster, and countless other rare items.

As for poor, pathetic EJM, when the National is New York City, we will provide him with a job cleaning bathrooms. Perhaps he will get lucky, and clean up after an advanced collector. That may be as close as he ever comes to tasting the joy of owning an ultra rare, high grade baseball card.

Please!!! Your last great President left a $1.3 trillion deficit and you say this administrations economic programs are sure to bankrupt America. If you have another thought on politics, do us all a favor and let it go. Just let it go.

[Ejm1]

Originally Posted by 2dueces

Please!!! Your last great President left a $1.3 trillion deficit and you say this administrations economic programs are sure to bankrupt America. If you have another thought on politics, do us all a favor and let it go. Just let it go.

Agreed.



Originally Posted by Yankeefan51
We find EJM's comments about the East Coast and the plethora of advanced collectors to be an inane. Another “lower class commentary” from the same crowd that elected the government whose economic programs are sure to bankrupt America.

Wealthy, successful people have rights too. The joy of the National is having the opportunity to acquire truly unique items, and exchange collecting experiences with world class collectors.

Although we have not been able to attend the National for the past few years, we enjoyed 16 shows where we had the chance to see Four Base Hits, Texas Tommy's and an Old Judge advertising poster, and countless other rare items.

As for poor, pathetic EJM, when the National is New York City, we will provide him with a job cleaning bathrooms. Perhaps he will get lucky, and clean up after an advanced collector. That may be as close as he ever comes to tasting the joy of owning an ultra rare, high grade baseball card.


I found out who this is so maybe if I can get off welfare and my probation officer lets me, I will ask for this job in person. In the mean time keep selling your sheet music Bruce.

[Wite3]

San Diego is a fantastic idea. Comic Con is there every year. The size of the convention center is huge. They have two halls that could hold the national if I recall. It is right next to Petco Park, hotels, food, etc. From Comic Con, I was able to walk to my hotel, the Gas Lamp, Petco, the harbor, and Horton Plaza (large shopping mall). Great local transportation and a slew of family places like the world famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Mission Bay, Gaslamp, etc. It is an amazing location.

If we cannot have it in Anaheim or Vegas, I definitely vote for San Diego.

Joshua

[zork1974]

For those of us in Canada, our National is the Sportcard and Memorabilia Expo at the International Centre in Toronto. It happens twice a year with a focus on mainly hockey collectables.

My friend and I attend every show with money to spend, usually thousands of dollars. We scour the floor looking for any vintage baseball that we can get our hands on. If we're lucky, we might find 5 tables out of the 900+ where there might be something to purchase.

My point is this. How many of us will pony up $50 for a meal with the family? How many of us will spend $40+ to go to the movies with our kids? I spend $50+ to attend each of these card shows and I know there is a good chance I'll be leaving with nothing. To me, it's an experience that I can only have twice a year. For those of you who get to attend the National every year, I'm jealous. I would pay $26 in an instant just to see all that eye candy in one room.