My Largest Purchase Ever: Buying Out a Dealer At the National

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  • Опубліковано 23 лип 2021
  • BASEBALL CARD COLLECTOR INVESTOR DEALER (in that order)
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    From the Files of Adventures in Card Dealer: The largest purchase I was ever involved in dollar wise.
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  • @indyshaq2345
    @indyshaq2345 3 роки тому +97

    Ask Jeremy to bring a snow globe during the live stream, so we’re able to recognize him 🤣🤣🤣

    • @danroot84
      @danroot84 3 роки тому +1

      That's hilarious!

  • @Setashi
    @Setashi 3 роки тому +123

    I never get tired of these stories.

    • @Evolvewiththeshot
      @Evolvewiththeshot 3 роки тому +1

      me too

    • @thegoldentroll
      @thegoldentroll 3 роки тому +2

      Yes, I am also tired of these stories.

    • @DrRolexPhD
      @DrRolexPhD 3 роки тому +1

      Same, and I don't even collect cards

    • @alexhill2495
      @alexhill2495 3 роки тому +2

      Same, and I don't even collect sports cards, just Pokemon

  • @tiffanyrichards3592
    @tiffanyrichards3592 3 роки тому +21

    One of the best men in the hobby hands down! Appreciate every tidbit of knowledge you share Chris, your insight on the hobby and how to orchestrate deals is priceless! Most honest card dealer on UA-cam!

  • @raywallace5360
    @raywallace5360 3 роки тому +25

    Great story Chris, the collector personality was in control on that deal. I would have caved as well looking at the card's in that deal ... Love the vintage !!

    • @Swoop187OG187
      @Swoop187OG187 3 роки тому +4

      lol, that's my problem too.. Sometimes a deal just isn't worth it from a financial perspective, but then I look at the cards as a collector and I'm like "ok, I'm in"... I have a difficult time separating the business aspect of the hobby from the pleasure, and it's gotten me into quite a bit of trouble throughout the years.

  • @JustGiver99
    @JustGiver99 2 роки тому +5

    Zero frills, zero bullshit zero antics. This guy is the truth. Subscribed

  • @spacecatboy2962
    @spacecatboy2962 3 роки тому +11

    i have a feeling a lot of your deals involve the use of a body bag

  • @bigedr8123
    @bigedr8123 3 роки тому +33

    Anthony’s wife after you all said goodbye: “Umm yea, l’ll hold onto that”
    Great story! Listening in the car with my son. He asked when we could ever do stuff like that. Ha

  • @JohnJohn-gs8md
    @JohnJohn-gs8md 3 роки тому +21

    The dealer had to of been a cool dude, I know I would of been extremely worried towards the end. Good that you did come out ahead, but as we all know life is full of lessons.

  • @wagnerrr23
    @wagnerrr23 3 роки тому +4

    Chris Suul, investor, collector, dealer and "total BALLER!"

  • @commonsense1193
    @commonsense1193 3 роки тому +10

    I could watch the story time videos like this every single day

  • @donaldashbaugh5003
    @donaldashbaugh5003 3 роки тому +18

    Since you were going anyway, i wouldnt count travel expenses as part of the deal.

  • @CC-eh3rb
    @CC-eh3rb 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome story. Amazing how much trust you and Jeremy were able to generate with the selling dealer. I love seeing and hearing about hand shake deals where trust and honestly comes front and center. Another amazing video. Thank you for sharing. Would love to see you and jeremy on a live stream!

  • @longlostsonicsfan
    @longlostsonicsfan 3 роки тому +14

    Great story…sometimes it’s not about the return, but rather the experience. That’s invaluable and I’m sure you grew as a dealer through it. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @richardlaino3031
    @richardlaino3031 3 роки тому +12

    Good job Chris...the breakdown of selling is what makes you different!

  • @Snydej10
    @Snydej10 3 роки тому +2

    I enjoyed the story here! Very good example of documenting the card selling experience. The way you simplify everything is refreshing and easy to digest. Keep it up my man!

  • @shawndanlovich2277
    @shawndanlovich2277 3 роки тому +11

    I like the truth, and it doesn't always work out. You will get more out of this being truthful, people respect that, it is hard to find that in this business.

  • @robertanderson8218
    @robertanderson8218 3 роки тому +1

    I love how honest you are as far as EVERYTHING!! THANKYOU

  • @petes2feet
    @petes2feet 3 роки тому +6

    Great story, Card deals are wonderful art, I enjoy the videos you do and the knowledge you add to the hobby.

  • @MrStanbruckheim
    @MrStanbruckheim 3 роки тому +2

    I remember this deal well, Chris. Felt I lived it through you at the time, at the National. Great story. Thanks for helping me relive the '17 National!

  • @tommayrant2279
    @tommayrant2279 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for sharing! Hope you get some great deals at The National.

  • @SuperBrewdog
    @SuperBrewdog 3 роки тому +13

    appreciate sharing this story, love hearing lessons learned, that's where the best stories are. Thanks Chris

  • @jwwj30
    @jwwj30 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you Chris for starting my Saturday morning off with another interesting card buying experience, as I drink my first cup of coffee. Good luck next week at the National & please give us a review as soon as possible.

  • @DevotedDisciple-x
    @DevotedDisciple-x 3 роки тому +1

    I just love listening to your adventures amongst the hobby while going through cards. Thank you for sharing these experiences and memories with us!

  • @dondecker1966
    @dondecker1966 3 роки тому +12

    I love listening to these stories. Another great video!

  • @samhill93
    @samhill93 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for sharing, Chris! Very cool story. Looking forward to seeing Jeremy after hearing so much about him.

  • @blenz25
    @blenz25 3 роки тому +3

    Great story Chris. Would love to hear you and Jeremy talk. Can’t wait for that one.

  • @ZiggyNo
    @ZiggyNo 3 роки тому +4

    Love your stories. Looking forward to the conversation with Jeremy.

  • @danksmoker420
    @danksmoker420 3 роки тому +4

    Love your stories. I was 12/13 and opened my own booth at a flea market. This was in the early 90's.

  • @donderdag1918
    @donderdag1918 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you Chris!
    Good story, and glad everything worked out even though your hourly earnings weren't the best.
    And as you say, you also got a really good story to tell for year to come

  • @jamesmackey1229
    @jamesmackey1229 3 роки тому +2

    Like all the comments - just want to applaud your entertaining and honest story telling. You bring a great deal to the card hobby. Thanks Chris.

  • @PushnButtons62
    @PushnButtons62 3 роки тому +2

    Really appreciate you sharing this. Some really nice looking cards. Thanks and best of luck to you these next couple of weeks.

  • @richnelson8508
    @richnelson8508 3 роки тому +5

    Love this type of content. Thanks for sharing.

  • @bfgolf
    @bfgolf 3 роки тому +1

    Love these stories man! Didn't think there was anything left to do for card content but you've actually found something and it's great! Cant wait to here some stuff about the national

  • @yellowbelly04
    @yellowbelly04 Рік тому

    i`m a brit and a huge baseball fan but i deal in old postcards and photographs and this video was absolutely spot on in showing the hazards of buying out a dealer which i have done on numerous occasions , not always with the desired results. thanks for the upload. have subscribed.

  • @willisthedon4761
    @willisthedon4761 3 роки тому +3

    I love these stories and the number break down because I send a screenshot of the numbers to my buddies when they hit me up saying stuff like, "Yo what if we buy this collection for this $$$ and then flip it etc etc" Most people truly underestimate how much money and time it takes to make these deals pan out in your favor.
    Would love to to ask Jeremy some questions if you two decide to do a video Q&A!

  • @joemac84
    @joemac84 3 роки тому +4

    Great story Chris, thanks for taking the time to share your experiences, look forward to watching any/all your vids

  • @TheBoozer1975
    @TheBoozer1975 3 роки тому +1

    Bro, I absolutely love your videos and enjoy the stories! I would give anything to just hang out with you for a day soak in the knowledge. I've collected for over 35 years and like you, I remember almost every story. You're great for the hobby this whole Community is your biggest fans!

  • @cacsports
    @cacsports 3 роки тому +1

    Great story, always love the transparency.

  • @jeffreylanier222
    @jeffreylanier222 3 роки тому +2

    Very nice story and good idea to have Jeremy on the show one day.

  • @radbradke
    @radbradke 3 роки тому +1

    Love the story Chris. Nice to see the behind the scenes on baller deals. I would love to actually enjoy the work I do to survive.

  • @boombayah4549
    @boombayah4549 2 роки тому +1

    If you pulled the plug on the deal, he would have missed out on a lot of potential sales when he shut his booth down. Even though your profit margin was small, you guys are righteous dudes for buying his booth.

  • @17guzy
    @17guzy 3 роки тому +1

    Great story!!!!! Good luck and be safe at the national!

  • @stevenwashington917
    @stevenwashington917 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome story bro! ALways enjoy your content and straight-foward, no nonsense style of communication.

  • @Krysdavar
    @Krysdavar 3 роки тому +1

    Another great story, really enjoy them, thanks.

  • @jaysmix6175
    @jaysmix6175 3 роки тому +1

    That was an interesting negotiation Chris! Great story about the Nationals.
    I haven't been to the Nationals. It looks like an interesting show to be at.
    I hope you are doing well and hope to see you on live stream some day?
    Have a great week.

  • @sdhsfbrules
    @sdhsfbrules 3 роки тому +2

    I love the accounting part of these videos!

  • @davidkelly1651
    @davidkelly1651 3 роки тому +1

    Love the insight. Thank you. Not always a win and really appreciate that you show the skeletons in your card closet. Graduate level trading card course.

  • @NYC-SA-Mike
    @NYC-SA-Mike 3 роки тому

    Wow! Do I ever appreciate the honesty! I would have absolutely no patience for that kind of a deal or work. It's a hobby for me. The amount of hours @ 6 wks work may be a bit low if you figure how much time was also spent at the National plus travel time - wear and tear - mental energy.... But, as said, a great experience to share and something like that is priceless.

  • @nicholasb8799
    @nicholasb8799 3 роки тому +2

    You have some pretty cool baseball card stories brother! I have been maintaining my personal collection since I was literally 9!

  • @nickbnash
    @nickbnash 3 роки тому +1

    I love these stories. Thank you for the excellent video!

  • @ThreeLions82
    @ThreeLions82 3 роки тому +1

    The bit about the metal wire made me chuckle a little lol!

  • @punkmofo
    @punkmofo 3 роки тому +1

    You are the most professional dealer/investor I have watched.

  • @dogshxtgames3257
    @dogshxtgames3257 3 роки тому +7

    LMAOOO wifey was like YALL SELL CARDS LIKE DOPEMEN??? 🤣🤣🤣

  • @Robsay01
    @Robsay01 3 роки тому +5

    Traffic on Friday in and around Rosmont gets very busy and congested around rush hour.

  • @kamb8s
    @kamb8s 3 роки тому +2

    Love these videos. Thanks for sharing Chris.

  • @alnewyorkcity6752
    @alnewyorkcity6752 3 роки тому +1

    The exciting aspect is priceless ! You did great 👍

  • @71inatho
    @71inatho 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your stories Chris! Felt like I was there.

  • @runedek
    @runedek 3 роки тому +1

    Great story. I think it’s a great deal you have with your partner. Also you guys nailed the estimated value at 90k.

  • @sewaseem
    @sewaseem 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome story, listening to it after the nhl draft over dinner was just an utter delight

  • @dennisneto6334
    @dennisneto6334 3 роки тому +1

    Hey Chris, loved this story, I wished it would have worked out better for yas, but the memory and experience is priceless!!!

  • @terrytitus6945
    @terrytitus6945 2 роки тому +1

    Anthony was cool,he had to feel great,so you became a dealer at the National!

  • @philsphan9495
    @philsphan9495 3 роки тому +1

    great video. I enjoy these! Please post more wherever possible.

  • @brentwalker5726
    @brentwalker5726 3 роки тому +4

    Your stories are the best. Wow...counting out 60K in cash in a car...in Chicago of all places! If you hadn't been right outside the national people probably would have thought it was a big drug deal, lol. Its too bad you overpaid, but it still sounds like a good learning experience and at least you didn't lose money.

  • @coreydubz8871
    @coreydubz8871 3 роки тому +2

    Great story man! Can’t wait till the next one! Wish I could go to the national & open a mega box of prizim with you.

  • @carlhammill5774
    @carlhammill5774 3 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed this video because it walks you thru any investment work flow. Great detail.

  • @Mat-tg4fk
    @Mat-tg4fk Рік тому +1

    This seems like a worthy investment in maintaining your presence as a dealer. I don't collect sports cards but i play magic the gathering. Even as a player collector, you can build up a reputation as one to easily B/S/T with, and it can be quite useful to keep your name floating around.

  • @larrykramer2761
    @larrykramer2761 3 роки тому +1

    Sounds like Anthony got the better end of the deal for sure. I love hearing these stories and seeing the numbers at the end!

  • @dspencer9429
    @dspencer9429 3 роки тому +1

    Love how you show these deals

  • @knicksyankees
    @knicksyankees 3 роки тому +1

    Love story time! Appreciate this video and your knowledge

  • @inaka99
    @inaka99 3 роки тому +2

    I absolutely love hearing these stories. Wow, you live in Europe now? I just assumed you lived in the states.
    Thanks for making these videos. So interesting to hear both the hits and misses.

  • @jeremystark3350
    @jeremystark3350 Рік тому +1

    Same thing happened to me kinda, I set up at a show & had a dealer offer me for my whole table & I couldn't pass. I feel a bit crappy after but I guess that's just a part of the game. I guess it's time to start over & build again. Lol 🥴🙏

  • @jeffreypeace2696
    @jeffreypeace2696 3 роки тому +16

    My day is complete already.

  • @lisazdankiewicz8846
    @lisazdankiewicz8846 3 роки тому +1

    I love hearing your stories like this. Sorry the deal sucked though. I look at all the epic cards and just wish I could get cards like that. Loved all the old rookies for sure. thanks for sharing and have fun at the National and hope you make some great deals there.

  • @DfromDANDE
    @DfromDANDE 3 роки тому +1

    Absolutely love these kind of stories Chris. Please keep sharing, you have such a wealth of experience and honestly I could listen to these stories all day... BCCID Podcast perhaps?? :) I think the best thing about these kinds of videos are it really highlights that yeah, dealing means making money is a priority, but being a collector and sports card FAN, means sometimes it's just gotta be about the excitement and fun that we all experienced as youngins. Keep up the great content mate, absolutely love it.

  • @rodakjones7574
    @rodakjones7574 3 роки тому +1

    Have a great time at the National. Be safe and make us some videos.

  • @larrygitlin6017
    @larrygitlin6017 3 роки тому +2

    Great story . Always look forward to your broadcasts. As crowded as this year's National is going to be , no way could you put a deal through like you did. Remember the show well as I remember passing up a t206 green Cobb for $1100 that I still regret. Glad you got your money back plus. Have agreat timme

    • @larrygitlin6017
      @larrygitlin6017 3 роки тому +1

      Didn't finish but have a great time at the National , first one I am missing I ten years.

  • @8xMissOctober
    @8xMissOctober 3 роки тому +2

    That was very informative. Thanks !

  • @tonyhamilton9764
    @tonyhamilton9764 2 роки тому +1

    Love your experience stories. Thanks for sharing!

  • @brucetaber3933
    @brucetaber3933 3 роки тому +1

    Great story. Keep ‘em coming!

  • @oskargil817
    @oskargil817 2 роки тому +1

    Great story. Thank you for sharing.

  • @bobcrane2720
    @bobcrane2720 3 роки тому +1

    You deal very fair, the guy who bought 75 mint Mantle rookies in "the find" paid pawn stars prices; 50-60 cents on the dollar.

  • @bernieudo9072
    @bernieudo9072 3 роки тому +1

    Great story. Lessons to be learned. A gem.

  • @ghostface3655
    @ghostface3655 3 роки тому +1

    Channel is growing fast man! I'm glad I subbed! I think I was here when you were still around 1,000 subs, and it wasn't that long ago! Great content, definitely a different angle from the rest. I always learn something! Preciate ya sir!

    • @collectorinvestordealer
      @collectorinvestordealer  3 роки тому +1

      Really appreciate that, thank you

    • @ghostface3655
      @ghostface3655 3 роки тому +1

      @@collectorinvestordealer Thank you! I just got back back from my LCS, and got you another sub from the owner Paul. He watched this video while I was there, and loved it! He can really appreciate it from a "buyer's" side of the ball. He agreed that it's rare to find such foresight into the card buying, selling, process on UA-cam. I'm sure your channel is gonna keep growing. Especially down here in Florida! Thanks again sir.

    • @collectorinvestordealer
      @collectorinvestordealer  3 роки тому +1

      I can't tell you how much I appreciate that. Thank you and say Whats Up to Paul for me!

    • @ghostface3655
      @ghostface3655 3 роки тому +1

      @@collectorinvestordealer I definitely will! Thanks again sir!

  • @BeavisCards
    @BeavisCards 3 роки тому +1

    Did u get to keep the showcases? Awesome adventure. Thanks for sharing!

    • @collectorinvestordealer
      @collectorinvestordealer  3 роки тому

      Actually ended up selling the display cases to another dealer since we had no good way to transport them home.

  • @WestOzCards
    @WestOzCards 3 роки тому +1

    Great share. All the best for the future.

  • @wheatie99
    @wheatie99 3 роки тому +2

    Would love to see a live chat with you and Jeremy where you take questions…

  • @lapp3r30shockeycardflips
    @lapp3r30shockeycardflips 3 роки тому

    Awesome story as usual!!! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @Mardigrasman23
    @Mardigrasman23 3 роки тому +1

    It’s good to hear the good and the bad

  • @robertgordon2110
    @robertgordon2110 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing

  • @huskyjerk
    @huskyjerk 3 роки тому +1

    Impressive that you made about what you had forecasted before you made the deal. Great story.

  • @Chindianstyle21
    @Chindianstyle21 3 роки тому +1

    SMOOTH OPERATOR...:))) AWESOMNESS THNKS FOR SHARING!

  • @MrJmangini
    @MrJmangini 3 роки тому +2

    You do such a nice job with your channel.

  • @toybotgaming9634
    @toybotgaming9634 2 роки тому +1

    My experience is booth sales of any kind tend to be more about community than making any money for booth sellers. While you think you didn't pay "ebay" fees because the seller, thus you the buyer too, have to pay for booth fees. Not just booth itself- travel, hotel(OMG how expensive these are at any event), car rental, and time all for you AND the seller. Where these start to make sense are massive quantity stuff that can be obtained and offloaded to a small handful of buyers on a regular basis. This is just my experience in doing Gemstone shows like in Tucson for many years. We end up making connections and going straight to the mine to buy which is always better than going to a show. We always agree the people making the most money are always the shows/hotels/city while we barely make much from the show.

  • @jayberman9221
    @jayberman9221 3 роки тому +1

    Kool, great story!

  • @oddballcards9176
    @oddballcards9176 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid ! Love hearing the process.

  • @buzzaldrin6985
    @buzzaldrin6985 3 роки тому +2

    Great video the honesty is outstanding.

  • @andyn9003
    @andyn9003 3 роки тому +1

    Cool story. Love the info

  • @bretts.5158
    @bretts.5158 3 роки тому +15

    "Chris Sewall here. Baseball Card Collector, Investor, Dealer in that order, welcome everyone..." has become iconic in sports card circles.

  • @chrisc4264
    @chrisc4264 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome content Chris. I just saw something on ebay that to me just can't be right. It shows on July 22nd, a 1996 97 PSA 9 Topps Chrome Kobe Bryant rookie sold for just $390!!! Talk about bargain of the century if true. Just thought I would see if that were a candidate for your weekly rollers segment.

  • @bballbayz
    @bballbayz 3 роки тому +1

    Great vid and story!