How Do We Build A Legendary Vintage Card Collection? An Interview With A Longtime Collector!!
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- Опубликовано: 6 янв 2025
- Some of the top vintage sports card collections in world are held in private collections. Many of the cards aren't seen by the public, and we have no idea how they came to be. I'm truly honored to have the opportunity to interview my friend Dave, and find out the process that he took in order to build one of the most elite collections on earth. He goes into the history of collecting, how he created his collection, the philosophy he uses in building it, and so much more. You can see from the smile on my face that I'm having the time of my life, talking with my friend about his cards. You won't want to miss part 2, where we actually VIEW his sports card collection. It is truly mind blowing.
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I started in 1972. I had about 10-20 packs that first year. From there until 1981, I collected every set. It was amazing in 1980 when I could buy a set from Renata Galasso! Up till then there was nothing! I then started getting Beckett monthly in 1986. I stopped for some time. Got back into it. Stopped, etc. I was in Desert Storm and was able to get 80% of the set while in Oman. Finished it during COVID. Now on a Hank Aaron base card kick. Only need his rookie card. Fun.
That’s awesome. Thank you for your service!!
Nice story bro 👍🏼
I have a Hank Aaron rookie !
This was great, enjoyed hearing Dave’s backstory. I really respect that he’s not afraid to sell almost any card if the price is right. Can’t wait for part 2!
Thanks Shane. Part 2 is great, too.
I am at the part where Dave said he asked someone what he should collect and that really hit the spot for me. I wish everyday as a 10 year old someone would have told me how to collect or at least give me some advice on how they collect. I know most of us on youtube always say collect what you love and dont listen to anyone but the truth is listening to long time collectors on how they go about it and getting a soft point or nudge in the right direction is such a jump start. There was a time I decided on my own to buy all the big cards in the hobby all sports and I did but I got really scared to hold onto them after having them a few years and sold them except for a few. I wish I had someone to talk some sense into me and someone to give me some advice about it. Getting advice is so important in all aspects of life and why not in card collecting as well. Ok let me keep listening this is just awesome. Also loved the Sharp Corners comment that was truly how everyone collected !!!
I need part two now!!! 😂😂 I’m hooked! That was a great interview and great wisdom from an incredible collector.
Thanks. It was a great conversation. Part two posts Thursday.
Thanks, Tony. I look forward to meeting you at the next National!
@ I can’t wait to meet you!
Great interview, amazing the connections you can make in the hobby!
On the final day of the year, Graig wins the 2024 YouToobie for Best Interview, Best Guest and Best Tease all in one video! That’s three coveted YouToobies!!!
Dave - thank you for your time, your class and for your lack of superlatives. You let your collection speak for itself and your dignified pride is admirable.
Appreciate you. Dave is a legend.
Wow Graig, what a great interview. Really enjoyed hearing Dave’s story, similar to mine.
Awesome interview. Thanks, Graig. I love the strategy Dave talks about. We can all take that approach on whatever scale is appropriate for our individual collecting budgets. There is something to be said for setting goals and holding yourself accountable. Can't wait for part 2.
I think you’ll like part 2 even more.
Great interview Graig! Dave seems like a great guy and I love hearing his story. Can’t wait for part 2.
He’s awesome!!
Wonderful conversation and outstanding questions. It’s probably my confirmation bias talking, but the advice to build a small collection of awesome cards really hit home with me. As I’ve only been back in the hobby for four years, this collecting path has made a lot of sense to me. Thanks for all you give to the hobby! Dave
I agree. He has so much wisdom.
The cliffhanger… The suspense… The thrill… Can’t wait for part two. How serendipitous that your paths crossed at the national. Good stuff Graig.
Thanks my friend. Part 2 is even better.
What a wonderful conversation Graig. I need part 2 like I need oxygen! Can’t wait to see these cards!
I promise you that it won’t disappoint.
Great interview. I enjoy Dave’s vision
Such a great interview! Part two promises to be awesome
It won’t disappoint. I promise.
Dave was the highlight of the National for sure. Talking to him and actually seeing his collection was amazing. What a great guy! Thanks for interviewing him.
Thanks Orlando. He has so many awesome nuggets in part 2 as well, which posts Thursday.
Thanks, Orlando. I really enjoyed meeting you at the National and talking with you!
This is an audience that your friend would not have without you. Nice job. Good questions 😊
Dave is a great guy.
Great interview. And great learning more about Dave, too. Set collecting, was a staple of the hobby. For myself, there are definitely a few vintage sets I would love to be a completion-ist. It could happen one day. But sadly, the registry makes the challenge much more cumbersome. Anyway thanks for having him on, Graig. Looking forward to the next episode.
Have a wonderful New Years.
Thanks Andrew. I hope you have a happy and safe New Years.
Dave is a great guy ! I loved having the few conversations with him at the National and the American Legion Hall. It’s good to see you Dave even if it’s only on a video with Graig. I agree, Graig’s channel is the one to go to to talk with other collectors. I’ve been lucky enough to meet Dave and look at his collection first hand and it is nothing short of Stunning ! Thanks for sharing Dave
Well said, Don. He’s a great guy.
Thanks, Don! It was great meeting you at the National and getting to know you. Hope to see you at the next one!
Awesome interview Graig! Dave is such a great guy!! Really, really enjoyed the discussion!! I agree, holding his cards at the National was one of the highlights!! Can't wait to see part 2!!!
Thanks. Dave is one of the best!
Thanks, Darren! I appreciate it!
Awesome interview. Thanks for approaching it so carefully and clearly, getting a sense of time and Dave’s personal context.
Thanks so much. He shows a lot of his collection and shares so many amazing tidbits in part two, which posts on Thursday.
@ looking forward to it
Awesome interview, Graig! You found your niche, my friend. Terrific job! Also, how great is Dave? He comes across as a truly genuine and kind person. Can’t wait for part 2!!!
Thanks! Dave is great, isn't he? Truly a genuine and awesome human.
Amazing conversation. Thank you!!!
Appreciate you watching!
Fantastic interview Graig.
Whar a terrific story and collection.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Happy New Year to you as well!
This guy is awesome.
Completely agree. Dave is the best.
Then you leave us with such a cliff hanger.😂 Good choice. I’ll be back for season 2.
It’s worth it!!
Ill really like all of your cards too dave, once i see part 2...
No doubt. His collection is amazing.
Graig, 5 star interview and guest! When Dave talked about the all time greats it gave me an idea and maybe you could run with it. There’s Hall of famers and then there are IMMORTALS. Please think about a video and have the community choose only 20 as the Immortal wing of the Hall of Fame. Thanks for your work!
I think that’s a great idea! I’ll give it some thought!
What a great part 1! Looking forward to part 2…. Dave you seem like a genuine nice person!! Thanks for sharing your wisdom!! I think MidLife Nation got a peak of your amazing collection from Graig’s national video. Going to be awesome to see them on the big screen zoomed in👍👍 Happy New year🎉🎉
He’s as genuine as they come. His collection is incredible.
What a great interview. I love hearing different strategies collectors have. He mentioned he used to have no structure and just collected everything. I think most of us do that at first then narrow it done so not to get overwhelmed. For me, I'm now strictly pre-war. Its become more challenging and much more fun. Your cliffhanger at the end of this video made me want to punch my computer screen. HAHA Can't wait to see his collection.
lol. It’ll be worth it on Thursday when part 2 posts.
Be like Dave. 🎉❤. Everything that is right about the hobby. thanks for sharing your journey.,
Agreed, Mr. Petty
Thanks, Mr. Petty! I look forward to meeting you at a future show.
@@DaveBauer165 Likewise. Got your e-mail about a month late and sent you a reply from my personal e-mail. Probably went to spam. where it belongs. Look forward to meeting you soon!
Great interview. Really enjoyed the discussion!
Thanks. I think you’ll like part 2 even more.
Love the idea of the collection having a "vision statement."
I completely agree.
New subscriber here. Excellent interview with Dave. Really interesting to hear how his collecting evolved over time. Happy New Year!
I really appreciate that. Dave is a great guy and I’m honored to be able to learn from his wisdom and expertise.
I'm off to Part II, but first I am going to tape my socks onto my legs, because I have a feeling Part II is going to knock our socks off! 🧦😎🧦
did i miss something? the actual card review is not on this video.
We talked for two hours. So, I had to break it into two parts. Looking at his cards with him is in part two, which will post on Thursday.
@@MidLifeCards love it... thought that might be the case. i seem to catch all of your episodes. i'm a fan!
Talk about click bait pal!! I listen to the interview & just when we’re about to see some cards, the video ends with a part 2 note 🤨😉
🤣🤣 Thursday morning, pal. It will be worth the wait.