Had many of us known to buy cases and to keep them back in ‘78 for future sales we would have done it!! I was nine then. However, I do remember the ink issues. My rookie Molitor was a beauty except for the printing ink stains that appeared. The 79’ set had less problems. It was more crisp and clear.
I am binging on these storytime episodes today. I esp appreciate how the presentation is hi-info, low-spazz. Such a refreshing difference in today's YT world.
One of my favorite things about your channel is the simple but clear spreadsheets. I love doing these deals where you can make a little money but also have some cards or wax to put into the investment / PC side. Awesome story!
Chris, I find it very admirable that you are willing to openly share this kind of information. Great stuff as always and bro, your channel is on fire! New subscribers like crazy! Speaks Volumes. Thanks again..
I am shocked at the sell prices for late 70s wax.......I collected as a kid in the late 60s-early 70s, came back to the hobby from 1988-1990 , liquidated, and came back to stay from 2014-present. Watching this , I thought about going to a wedding in Newport, RI in 1989 and visiting a card shop. I remember buying two wax boxes of 1981 Topps Football for $5 each, bringing them home, and later throwing them away as "worthless".....
Enjoy your sharing your story. Given the attention to vintage (pre '81) you wonder what hasn't been opened by now. Still have the cards I collected when I bought packs & racks in high school back in '78 &'79 & so I know what to expect. You deserved better. Racks are the way to go. (if you can find a bona fide case) You're the voice for the collector.
1978 Topps! Being from Canada, my first pack opening experiences were opening 1978 O-Pee-Chee baseball cards. I fondly remember the cards being in very rough shape coming out of the packages. The cutters must have NEVER been replaced at the OPC factory! But man, this hobby has saved me from a lot of bad experiences and negative influences as a kid. I feel like I owe part of myself to the hobby, and I am glad and also fortunate to continue to enjoy the hobby to this day. GREAT video, CHRIS!
What a candid explanation of the process from start to finish. Wish more collectors/investors shared their stories. It is really a testament to the industry and how challenging it is. There are sooooo many things to consider with EVERY purchase. Keep it up, sir
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing. '78 and '79 were some of the first cards I bought as a kid. My first box was 1979 topps cello. Still have the cards. My best friend's mom had connections with a candy wholesaler and we'd go in and buy boxes from their cases. Bought a couple cases in 1985. Long ago opened. Still have the pics. :)
Chris, I appreciate your candor. It isn’t just about the success but also the less successful times, whether it be a purchase or life experience. Keep making videos.
I have learned so much just from watching your videos the past few weeks. Thank you for educating us and taking the time to share your stories. I look forward to the new content!
1978 has a special place in my heart. It was the year I started buying BB cards in mass. As a kid growing up in Boston, this was supposed to be "our year". Alas, thanks to Bucky "effin" Dent, it didn't turn out that way. The love for BB cards stuck though. Played the hell out of the card game that was on the back of the cards, thus condition was very well used. My favorite player at the time was Fred Lynn, who was worth a "single" in the card game.
78 was my first year also and growing up in New England the Sox was my team too, Rice and Burleson were my guys. I also played the game on the card backs many times and used the cards to play a computer baseball game which actually was like a pinball game. I ran to a friends house after school to watch game 163, then got a spanking for coming home late. That was a tough day.....lol.
I just found your channel and idk why but I enjoy hearing your stories. Keep making videos, you're proving you don't need to be flashy to be successful on UA-cam.
Great depth and conciseness to your story telling. Love how you broke everything down in the expenses! Exactly what I was hoping to understand in the end!! Keep these stories up!!
Chris, I saw your video with Dustin today and decided to take a look at your channel. I've been in and out of the hobby since 1987. As a new subscriber to your videos, I look forward to seeing more of your purchases. I myself collect sealed product and buy individual cards. Wish I could afford vintage boxes like those. Thank you for your sharing your experiences and have a Happy New Year.
This was a really enjoyable video to watch. Appreciate how much information you shared and the whole story behind the transaction. This is the 1st video I have watched of yours, but I am looking forward to the next one.
Just found your channel. Love that not only there's another baseball collector/investor channel but also that it's not just focused on ultra modern. We're about the same age, and have similar collecting focus, so these stories have been great to hear. Can't wait for more. Thanks for sharing!
I enjoyed your personally journey video but this just takes it to another level! Love the breakdown of the story and look forward to more content like this in the future! I feel that in my personal experience the stories and deals you make are more satisfying then the money itself
Chris, this is definitely next level boots on the ground work. Using Baseball Card Exchange as the case authentication service appears to have been key to the deal. Thank you so much for your videos! -Sal Pasadena
Great point, old unopened material is all about trust and BBCE has sold most people on that they're the most reliable and trustworthy on unopened material.
I'm glad that you mentioned that it took about six months to sell all of the various items to recoup costs. It is very easy to spend money, but it takes patience and a lot of work to make money!
Hey Chris, I've been enjoying the heck out of your new channel. Its an excellent combination between informative and entertaining. Keep it up! I can't consume your content fast enough.
Love your videos and would love to hear your commentary on baseball movies like The Natural as you clearly have a contagious affinity and perspective on baseball.
Awesome video. This story is hilarious and like a lot of others have said, I think it’s really cool that you are willing to show the financial side of the story as well.
Keep em coming! Personally like 1978. My birth year. I’ve opened a box of 78 wax years ago. Regret doing so. Didn’t yield high grade stars either. Still have the commons from the box.
Nice video I am just a collector and enjoy it can not wait for shows to open back up. I really do not follow value of cards because its my hobby but my friends just freak out when they see every Topps set complete from 1971 to today. I am working on completing my 1966 and 1967 sets now
Great story Chris, love hearing your buying explanations, there very well explained, so please keep them coming! I would love to hear a story about something wax dealing with hockey cards! Anyhow, be well, thank you again for your amazing stories!
Had many of us known to buy cases and to keep them back in ‘78 for future sales we would have done it!! I was nine then. However, I do remember the ink issues. My rookie Molitor was a beauty except for the printing ink stains that appeared. The 79’ set had less problems. It was more crisp and clear.
New to this gentleman - I love his intelligent, common sense approach. He is soft spoken but speaks hard truths. Subscribed!
Appreciate that and welcome to the channel!
I am binging on these storytime episodes today. I esp appreciate how the presentation is hi-info, low-spazz. Such a refreshing difference in today's YT world.
From where this story was going, I thought you were going to take a loss, glad it came out on the plus side!
same lol
Hear his name is Clemenza. 😂
One of my favorite things about your channel is the simple but clear spreadsheets. I love doing these deals where you can make a little money but also have some cards or wax to put into the investment / PC side. Awesome story!
Chris, I find it very admirable that you are willing to openly share this kind of information. Great stuff as always and bro, your channel is on fire! New subscribers like crazy! Speaks Volumes. Thanks again..
Thank you as always Todd!
I love that you don’t overproduce the videos. Keep up the good work!
I am shocked at the sell prices for late 70s wax.......I collected as a kid in the late 60s-early 70s, came back to the hobby from 1988-1990 , liquidated, and came back to stay from 2014-present. Watching this , I thought about going to a wedding in Newport, RI in 1989 and visiting a card shop. I remember buying two wax boxes of 1981 Topps Football for $5 each, bringing them home, and later throwing them away as "worthless".....
Enjoy your sharing your story. Given the attention to vintage (pre '81) you wonder what hasn't been opened by now. Still have the cards I collected when I bought packs & racks in high school back in '78 &'79 & so I know what to expect. You deserved better. Racks are the way to go. (if you can find a bona fide case) You're the voice for the collector.
The personal stories you have are the best videos, keep them coming Chris!
Thanks for all the transparency. Something you don't often get to see. Glad you all made a profit for the work you put in!
Absolutely love the money details here. KEEP THEM COMING!!
It's always a pleasure watching your all videos, Chris. You are a true pioneer and would be a great mentor for everybody!
Thank you for saying that, I appreciate it
1978 Topps! Being from Canada, my first pack opening experiences were opening 1978 O-Pee-Chee baseball cards. I fondly remember the cards being in very rough shape coming out of the packages. The cutters must have NEVER been replaced at the OPC factory! But man, this hobby has saved me from a lot of bad experiences and negative influences as a kid. I feel like I owe part of myself to the hobby, and I am glad and also fortunate to continue to enjoy the hobby to this day. GREAT video, CHRIS!
Really cool story, thank you for sharing. The hobby has done a lot of good for a lot of people, always nice to hear about it.
Fascinating stories and excellent detail.
Smart, very smart. And you both still had 2 boxes each. I'd say that was a good purchase.
What a candid explanation of the process from start to finish. Wish more collectors/investors shared their stories. It is really a testament to the industry and how challenging it is. There are sooooo many things to consider with EVERY purchase. Keep it up, sir
Very true... its way more than just buy low, sell high. Lots of issues to navigate through.
Great story. You made a great profit because you did everything right, including the fun of ripping some boxes.
Thank you for that!
Excellent video! Thanks for sharing. '78 and '79 were some of the first cards I bought as a kid. My first box was 1979 topps cello. Still have the cards. My best friend's mom had connections with a candy wholesaler and we'd go in and buy boxes from their cases. Bought a couple cases in 1985. Long ago opened. Still have the pics. :)
Ah very cool! Just curious how much did a case cost in 1985 if you remember?
@@collectorinvestordealer About $10 per box, so whatever that would work out to. 36 count boxes were $8 wholesale in 1979.
Different times!
This was great! The general public has no idea what goes into these deals. Thank you for sharing!
You two need to do a video together!
Always look forward to your new video's!!! Thanks for taking the time for the rest of us!!!
Thanks for posting that interesting deal. I’m glad you were able to turn a profit.
Love hearing stories like this and seeing the actual financial breakdowns!
Great breakdown, this was incredibly fun to watch!! Thank you!!!! Very wide to keep 2 boxes each for yourselves. Wow!
Yeah we figured you dont run across those much, might be the only chance to keep them.
Chris,
I appreciate your candor. It isn’t just about the success but also the less successful times, whether it be a purchase or life experience. Keep making videos.
best video yet, no one ever talks about the actual figures!
Wow.. what an interesting story.. thanks for sharing!
I have learned so much just from watching your videos the past few weeks. Thank you for educating us and taking the time to share your stories. I look forward to the new content!
Super glad to hear that, thank you for watching
Great video! .. look forward to each of your video’s. Thank you .
1978 has a special place in my heart. It was the year I started buying BB cards in mass. As a kid growing up in Boston, this was supposed to be "our year". Alas, thanks to Bucky "effin" Dent, it didn't turn out that way. The love for BB cards stuck though. Played the hell out of the card game that was on the back of the cards, thus condition was very well used. My favorite player at the time was Fred Lynn, who was worth a "single" in the card game.
78 was my first year also and growing up in New England the Sox was my team too, Rice and Burleson were my guys. I also played the game on the card backs many times and used the cards to play a computer baseball game which actually was like a pinball game. I ran to a friends house after school to watch game 163, then got a spanking for coming home late. That was a tough day.....lol.
Very cool to hear those types of stories. Back when cards were still basically toys for kids.
Awesome video. Great story...thank you for sharing. Cant wait to see the next one.
More to come!
Gem Mint 10!!! On the deal, the story, the records, just EVERYTHING! Have a wonderful new year
Thank you and Happy New Year to you as well!
Love how detailed you are with your record keeping. Thanks for sharing the story
Great story. I also would like more stories about favorite purchases of card collections etc.
Very informative. Great to know you made a humble profit despite the failure of the boxes you opened
Appreciate it
Absolutely LOVE this!! Please continue to provide this type of video and as always your insight and knowledge are invaluable.
Thank you! I plan to make a bunch of these...
This is quality content for anyone who enjoys small chunks of inked cardboard!
Awesome video. Please do more like this!
Story Time Videos are great. Always fun to hear about what you've done in the hobby
I just found your channel and idk why but I enjoy hearing your stories. Keep making videos, you're proving you don't need to be flashy to be successful on UA-cam.
Appreciate that and welcome to the channel!
very cool...love stories like this, especially when the financials are included. Thanks for sharing all of the details..
Appreciate that
This was great! Thank you so much for using real numbers and for being so precise with costs. I look forward to more videos like this.
More to come!
Love to hear your stories. It’s so smart to keep all your records from years and years ago. Thanks for sharing!
Appreciate you tuning in!
so imma say it we need more story time im lovin this stuff
You're Information is awesome,you are very easy to understand ,and I get so much information , great job man
Thank you for the kind words
I enjoy your stories!
Awesome story, I really enjoyed it. That is a big purchase. Great numbers from those PSA packs.
Please keep the stories coming!
Happy Holidays!!
Great story...thanks for sharing....
Great depth and conciseness to your story telling. Love how you broke everything down in the expenses! Exactly what I was hoping to understand in the end!! Keep these stories up!!
Glad you enjoyed, more to come
Chris, I saw your video with Dustin today and decided to take a look at your channel. I've been in and out of the hobby since 1987. As a new subscriber to your videos, I look forward to seeing more of your purchases. I myself collect sealed product and buy individual cards. Wish I could afford vintage boxes like those. Thank you for your sharing your experiences and have a Happy New Year.
Appreciate that and very cool to hear. Dustin is a fantastic dude. Welcome to the channel!
Great video. The 1978 was a fun set.
Such a cool story. I really like the pictures and spreadsheet info mixed in. Thanks Chris
Great story. Well played.
Amazing story and thank you for showing financials. This is invaluable for anyone looking to learn to make direct/bigger buys.
Appreciate that
Thanks for sharing your personal experience. Great story and outcome.
Awesome! I love your adventures!
Thanks for ur content! My mom and I love ur channel.
Appreciate that!
This was a really enjoyable video to watch. Appreciate how much information you shared and the whole story behind the transaction. This is the 1st video I have watched of yours, but I am looking forward to the next one.
Appreciate that and welcome to the channel!
Great story!!! I appreciate you sharing!!!
Great video Chris. Nice to hear other peoples ventures in the card collecting world. Love this type of video, keep it up.
Thank you! More to come
All's well that ends well. Glad you ended up making more than you put in when it seemed at one point that things weren't gong too well. Cheers !
Great show I want more stories they’re very good
Wow, awesome deal, thanks for the story.
Chris these real stories are really amazing thank you for sharing great record keeper thanks again!!
But i bet it was exciting opening a box of cards 40+ years old. Thanks for sharing your journey!!
I like the way you explain things . For a beginner looking to get some cards I’ve have for 30 years graded
Just found your channel. Love that not only there's another baseball collector/investor channel but also that it's not just focused on ultra modern. We're about the same age, and have similar collecting focus, so these stories have been great to hear. Can't wait for more. Thanks for sharing!
Super cool to hear that. Welcome to the channel!
Man nice flip and u get something for urself too....better than the streets
I really enjoy the details. Extremely illuminating on the behind the scenes of card collecting and business.
Great story and thanks for sharing! Would leave to see more of these and maybe some of the biggest losses (not to rub it it or anything!).
More to come, including some losses stories
Excellent story! Love this type of content. We all have stories of buying, trading and selling. Good job maximizing profits!
Very cool to get the details on a large deal like that. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome video Chris, looking forward to the next instalment
Cool story! The $19 Fisk was a steal! 😂
Great story, Chris thanks for sharing.
Awesome vid as always, me brudda! Great job!
I enjoyed your personally journey video but this just takes it to another level! Love the breakdown of the story and look forward to more content like this in the future! I feel that in my personal experience the stories and deals you make are more satisfying then the money itself
Totally agree... the experience outweighs the money in the end of the day
awesome story and a great lesson! keep up the amazing work!
Awesome story 😊👍risk taken 😎
Insane deal and thanks for the financial break down
Awesome. Thanks Chris!
Chris, this is definitely next level boots on the ground work. Using Baseball Card Exchange as the case authentication service appears to have been key to the deal. Thank you so much for your videos!
-Sal
Pasadena
Yeah we calculated beforehand in order for the deal to work, we had to go with BBCE.
Great point, old unopened material is all about trust and BBCE has sold most people on that they're the most reliable and trustworthy on unopened material.
Great story, thank you for sharing it.
I'm glad that you mentioned that it took about six months to sell all of the various items to recoup costs. It is very easy to spend money, but it takes patience and a lot of work to make money!
Yes, good point, very much so. Very important thing to get a grasp on.
Im glad you cleared a profit in the end.
Hey Chris, I've been enjoying the heck out of your new channel. Its an excellent combination between informative and entertaining. Keep it up! I can't consume your content fast enough.
Thank you, super glad to hear that!
Love your videos and would love to hear your commentary on baseball movies like The Natural as you clearly have a contagious affinity and perspective on baseball.
Great video, wish to see more like this.
I'm from the schererville, IN area and never knew this was over there.
Awesome video. This story is hilarious and like a lot of others have said, I think it’s really cool that you are willing to show the financial side of the story as well.
Appreciate that
Keep em coming! Personally like 1978. My birth year. I’ve opened a box of 78 wax years ago. Regret doing so. Didn’t yield high grade stars either. Still have the commons from the box.
Im born 1979 so we are from the same era!
@@collectorinvestordealer I’m sure we attended the same shows as kids.
Awesome breakdown and story Chris! Thanks for sharing this with us.
Nice video I am just a collector and enjoy it can not wait for shows to open back up. I really do not follow value of cards because its my hobby but my friends just freak out when they see every Topps set complete from 1971 to today. I am working on completing my 1966 and 1967 sets now
Very cool, always admire meeting a "true collector". The 66 and 67 Topps sets are tough because of the high numbers!
Good story. Interesting to see what goes on in a high level deal
I wouldn't trust BBCE to authenticate a unopened can of soda at this point.
Your channel is awsome! thanks for all your insight and knowledge.
Great video man! Love all the details you still have!
Wow so interesting. Really enjoy your videos and they keep getting better. Looking forward to watching you with PFD. Good stuff thanks 🙏
Thank you for saying that, appreciate it.
Great story Chris, love hearing your buying explanations, there very well explained, so please keep them coming! I would love to hear a story about something wax dealing with hockey cards! Anyhow, be well, thank you again for your amazing stories!