Don’t buy a ton of expensive wax and expect to hit crazy cards. Start off small. Collect players you enjoy. Treat it as a hobby first. Spend your money wisely. 👍
I got back in the hobby about 2 years ago after a 20 plus year absence. It was very overwhelming at first. An I went about it the wrong way. Buying hobby boxes,buying into breaks etc. Agree with you guys and some others that have left comments. Buy who you like,players you followed growing up,and players you like currently. Growing up in the 80's and 90's in the north suburbs of Chicago. Some of my favorite players cards are astronomically expensive. Lol My best advice is make connections in the hobby,stay away from chasing cards in breaks and hobby boxes,and have some kind of budget. Once you start going down the rabbit hole of spending money it's like any other addiction it'll suck you in. Amazing video appreciate you!!
Similar here. Just started recently again after 22 years. I had an incident when I was a kid where 53 Michael Jordan cards I had in a case got broken open and literally the cards ended up in oil. Crazy story but after that I quit collecting. I think I was 16 then😅
Apparently I’m just like you. I’m more focused now on players I want instead of having 50 of those big rectangular sports card boxes holding 600 cards each. Most of them I don’t want. Sure you can sell them (if you have the knowledge and skill to go about it). Mostly I’m taking a break from buying now and I’m gathering to send certain cards from them to be graded and start having fun in that part of the hobby. Maybe later I’ll sell some.
just found this vid loved it. just started this year and loved the advice of start by collecting your favorite players. i’ve already made the habit of buying wax. Just bought my first card off ebay. a 2012 Topps Tribute Matt Kemp auto /99 for 23 bucks. My favorite Dodger ever. Gonna start collecting before investing and flipping fs. so hype thank u. 🤝🏼
Gettin back into collecting after 30 years. I understand the premise behind " let the knuckleheads open the wax so we can just harvest the goods. " mindset, but imo ( and call me a knucklehead if you want 😂 ) part of the fun of the hobby IS ripping wax lol it's just fun to comb through the cards as you open packs, check out all the inserts, mentally berate the company that issued the cards for having to many insert sets and then give up and try to complete all of said insert sets by buying singles lol Yea ok, maybe I AM a knucklehead 😂😂😂 PS: Great content fellas, and the info is much appreciated. I subbed and look forward to more breaks and general collector knowledge!
I started collecting the exact same way as you guys mentioned in the video. I became enamored with Michael Jordan in 1991 when I saw the Upper Deck commercial (it had this young black boy imitating the real Michael Jordan who was projected on a large screen). I never found out what card it was until much later. It was the card at the end of the commercial. It was the promo #1 card and not the #44 from the regular set. I quit collecting for the most part. But lately I have been collecting PSA 8+ Michael Jordan cards. I have other players I enjoy watching like Pippen, Shawn Kemp, etc...
speaking from personal experience, If you are just getting into it do NOT immediately start ripping packs. I got back into the hobby like a year ago and spent about $1,000 my first month into it and maybe recouped 10% in value.
That what exactly happened to me. I took a break and now I’m starting to dabble into some hobby box breaks. It’s been a little better but this hobby is expensive AF 😬
I do mags. Even for 2 dollar autos of guys I liked when I was younger, fan favorite types. Remember, it's your collection. Collect what you like and don't collect through boxes unless you are into building sets.
It's easy to become overwhelmed. Starting out simple and spending time figuring out what you want to collect is important. Do research, be patient and have fun.
@@LootboxTVreviews thanks. I have been using 130 point to gather an average of last sales and only plan to buy graded. Luckily I have a friend who’s been collecting for awhile so he helps me steer clear of some mistakes too
Ive started a little over a year ago i collect baltimore cards to collect is much better than to flip making money is nice but if you are in this hobby then you should have a team or player you like when collecting you can get what you like and not the hype enjoy the hobby for what it is
It should be about COLLECTING first! Love the video. I still buy a little bit of wax, but it's rare. I'm collecting what I liked as a kid. Sure, it's fun to invest and flip, but I got back into this during Covid to collect and enjoy the cards. This should be required viewing before people go to the National.
I think the most important things in collecting are, establish your guy, who is the person you want to see, there are so many sets, parallels, autos, inserts, etc. out there that it may make it overwhelming, then establish a goal, what exactly do you want to collect from this player, numbered cards, autos, rookies only, intersting cards, etc. Finally you need to set a budget, because you dont want to go down the rabbit hole of spending to get it all and end up losing all your money on it, also remember, in thia hobby, a card is only worth as much as someone is willing to pay for it, so try not to fall for ebay 1 of 1s
The demand changes so quickly in cards that the best strategy is to collect HOF’ers and to do it for the hobby and not the money. I have a Barry Sanders PC, most cards are 2$. That’s the right way.
Just started last month, I don't even know how, lol. I collect soccer, I pulled a gold power 1/1 of a player from Donruss, that got me hooked.....but it's cool I'm enjoying the openings. I don't know anything abt the other sports.
I'd like for someone to go over what card brands to stay away from and where do most collectors find the best packs? Should we buy from retail stores or hobby shops?
Thanks for the video. I just got into cards, I purchased a few through whatnot(it’s ehh). also been going to Walmart buying the 5 dollar packs and I love ripping it.
As a person beginning his venture into the hobby, I appreciate your video, but I do have a quick question. Why is it that eBay is selling identical cards for much less money than com c ? Is it because the sellers on eBay don’t know what they have or is there another reason again love the video
just like the 50-30-20 rule in finance, same can be applied to sportscards.. 90-10 .... 90% to singles of cards that you want, and 10% to boxes or blasters. to me?... I like about 95-5 rule. 95% to singles, and 5% to blasters, boxes, or wax (and you can adjust the numbers accordingly to how you want it). I don't 'expect' ever to get a good card, I just do it for fun. it reminds me of being young and opening '89 upper decks, '87 topps, and '93 Fleer Ultras.
Just got into cards again I wanna grab cards for my nephews and what I’ve been doing is buying really clean base cards that if they come back psa 10 or 9 I’d be good with
When is the right time to sell ??? I have a couple of baseball prospects that are doing good . Should I wait until they get called up to the big leagues ??
I have been putting cards in Penny sleeves them in the rigid card savers for storage. The same ones you would use if sending in to get graded. Are there pros and cons for storing that way?
Great video guys! I am getting into the hobby myself. I do have a question, when it comes to looking at comps for that one may be selling or trading, where is the best place to look at comps ?
Hey guys also from Philadelphia where are some good hobby scopes in the area even jersey of need be also I always support the channel for years now keep up the good work thanks in advance
I'm new to the hobby (inspired by Wemby) and I've bought so much crap off whatnot i completely lost track of what I paid or whats on the way 😩 don't be me you'll. New plan is to sell it all and condense into top graded wembys
It determines the quality and condition of your card being graded. This can affect the cards value and the demand for your card. The higher the grade, the better your card.
I recently purchased a numbered to 99 Tank Dell bomb squad for 30$ then the seller told me unfortunately we can't find the card you purchased so we will s3nd you a full refund. I was so upset. Is that common in the hobby?.
I mean I just got some screw downs for $2 a piece and think they look great for display purposes. I bought them for my original art sketch cards that I make.
That's exactly what they are is knuckleheads people say buy singles instead of wax because normal joe can't afford to open hobby. Everything in the hobby has increased, but mostly prices for boxes I mainly open hockey and you can't tell me a box normally sub $100 is $200 now that's messed up maybe one day things will come back to reality
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Thank you all for the views! This content is a bit different from our usual, but I wanted to share our thoughts with you.
I like this content! It’s nice.
Great content! Definitely learned some things I’ve been curious about.
Don’t buy a ton of expensive wax and expect to hit crazy cards. Start off small. Collect players you enjoy. Treat it as a hobby first. Spend your money wisely. 👍
Thx for the advice 👍🏽 😊
I got back in the hobby about 2 years ago after a 20 plus year absence. It was very overwhelming at first. An I went about it the wrong way. Buying hobby boxes,buying into breaks etc. Agree with you guys and some others that have left comments. Buy who you like,players you followed growing up,and players you like currently. Growing up in the 80's and 90's in the north suburbs of Chicago. Some of my favorite players cards are astronomically expensive. Lol My best advice is make connections in the hobby,stay away from chasing cards in breaks and hobby boxes,and have some kind of budget. Once you start going down the rabbit hole of spending money it's like any other addiction it'll suck you in. Amazing video appreciate you!!
Same here, lots to learn
100% Make connections! Relationships are key.
Similar here. Just started recently again after 22 years. I had an incident when I was a kid where 53 Michael Jordan cards I had in a case got broken open and literally the cards ended up in oil. Crazy story but after that I quit collecting. I think I was 16 then😅
Apparently I’m just like you. I’m more focused now on players I want instead of having 50 of those big rectangular sports card boxes holding 600 cards each. Most of them I don’t want. Sure you can sell them (if you have the knowledge and skill to go about it). Mostly I’m taking a break from buying now and I’m gathering to send certain cards from them to be graded and start having fun in that part of the hobby. Maybe later I’ll sell some.
Collecting cards is better than collecting empty liquor bottles. I get fewer headaches.
YIKES!
I would suggest your next video on how to research cards, I.e. websites, apps, podcast
just found this vid loved it. just started this year and loved the advice of start by collecting your favorite players. i’ve already made the habit of buying wax. Just bought my first card off ebay. a 2012 Topps Tribute Matt Kemp auto /99 for 23 bucks. My favorite Dodger ever. Gonna start collecting before investing and flipping fs. so hype thank u. 🤝🏼
Gettin back into collecting after 30 years. I understand the premise behind " let the knuckleheads open the wax so we can just harvest the goods. " mindset, but imo ( and call me a knucklehead if you want 😂 ) part of the fun of the hobby IS ripping wax lol it's just fun to comb through the cards as you open packs, check out all the inserts, mentally berate the company that issued the cards for having to many insert sets and then give up and try to complete all of said insert sets by buying singles lol Yea ok, maybe I AM a knucklehead 😂😂😂
PS: Great content fellas, and the info is much appreciated. I subbed and look forward to more breaks and general collector knowledge!
I started collecting the exact same way as you guys mentioned in the video. I became enamored with Michael Jordan in 1991 when I saw the Upper Deck commercial (it had this young black boy imitating the real Michael Jordan who was projected on a large screen). I never found out what card it was until much later. It was the card at the end of the commercial. It was the promo #1 card and not the #44 from the regular set. I quit collecting for the most part. But lately I have been collecting PSA 8+ Michael Jordan cards. I have other players I enjoy watching like Pippen, Shawn Kemp, etc...
speaking from personal experience, If you are just getting into it do NOT immediately start ripping packs. I got back into the hobby like a year ago and spent about $1,000 my first month into it and maybe recouped 10% in value.
That what exactly happened to me. I took a break and now I’m starting to dabble into some hobby box breaks. It’s been a little better but this hobby is expensive AF 😬
I went flipper first then collector. Cards are one of the only things I flip that are hard to not want to collect.
My favorite tip was find your favorite player or or team and start there. Learning your bearings
My favorite player is Russell wesbrook
I do mags. Even for 2 dollar autos of guys I liked when I was younger, fan favorite types.
Remember, it's your collection. Collect what you like and don't collect through boxes unless you are into building sets.
It's easy to become overwhelmed. Starting out simple and spending time figuring out what you want to collect is important. Do research, be patient and have fun.
Thank you for this video. Some colllectors can be real snobby about getting into the industry.
You're welcome. The hobby is for everyone!
I just started collecting and am hunting Purdy rookies. This video helped a lot. Focusing on his Prizm parallels to start
Great place to start. Might be expense. Be careful with buying raw and make sure to review all pics of raw cards.
@@LootboxTVreviews thanks. I have been using 130 point to gather an average of last sales and only plan to buy graded. Luckily I have a friend who’s been collecting for awhile so he helps me steer clear of some mistakes too
Ive started a little over a year ago i collect baltimore cards to collect is much better than to flip making money is nice but if you are in this hobby then you should have a team or player you like when collecting you can get what you like and not the hype enjoy the hobby for what it is
Best duo since Shaq n Kobe
Who's Shaq LMAO
Been buying old wwf packs from the 80s lately, alot funner than ripping recent basketball or sumthin..
It should be about COLLECTING first! Love the video. I still buy a little bit of wax, but it's rare. I'm collecting what I liked as a kid. Sure, it's fun to invest and flip, but I got back into this during Covid to collect and enjoy the cards. This should be required viewing before people go to the National.
100%
Awesome stuff y'all! Enjoyed hearing your take on all this stuff!
What do you guys do with you base cards when you open wax
I buy cases and sell boxes years later. It’s all about investing for me. I started buying cases in 83.
The legend
I think the most important things in collecting are, establish your guy, who is the person you want to see, there are so many sets, parallels, autos, inserts, etc. out there that it may make it overwhelming, then establish a goal, what exactly do you want to collect from this player, numbered cards, autos, rookies only, intersting cards, etc. Finally you need to set a budget, because you dont want to go down the rabbit hole of spending to get it all and end up losing all your money on it, also remember, in thia hobby, a card is only worth as much as someone is willing to pay for it, so try not to fall for ebay 1 of 1s
100%
The demand changes so quickly in cards that the best strategy is to collect HOF’ers and to do it for the hobby and not the money. I have a Barry Sanders PC, most cards are 2$. That’s the right way.
100%
Just started last month, I don't even know how, lol. I collect soccer, I pulled a gold power 1/1 of a player from Donruss, that got me hooked.....but it's cool I'm enjoying the openings. I don't know anything abt the other sports.
thanks for the info i just bought my first box, started with a 25 dollar one for football, dipping my toe in first before I spend more
Do another hockey card video 😂😂. It's hilarious listening to the guy pronounce the hockey player names. Even the easy ones😂
LMAO! Maybe.
I'd like for someone to go over what card brands to stay away from and where do most collectors find the best packs? Should we buy from retail stores or hobby shops?
Love this video! I have been following you guys since the Pokemon days and made a similar journey as you guys. Keep killing it with the content!!
Thank you!
Thanks for the video. I just got into cards, I purchased a few through whatnot(it’s ehh). also been going to Walmart buying the 5 dollar packs and I love ripping it.
As a person beginning his venture into the hobby, I appreciate your video, but I do have a quick question. Why is it that eBay is selling identical cards for much less money than com c ? Is it because the sellers on eBay don’t know what they have or is there another reason again love the video
just like the 50-30-20 rule in finance, same can be applied to sportscards.. 90-10 .... 90% to singles of cards that you want, and 10% to boxes or blasters. to me?... I like about 95-5 rule. 95% to singles, and 5% to blasters, boxes, or wax (and you can adjust the numbers accordingly to how you want it). I don't 'expect' ever to get a good card, I just do it for fun. it reminds me of being young and opening '89 upper decks, '87 topps, and '93 Fleer Ultras.
This isn't a bad rule. Thanks for this.
Buy up all the PCA rookie cards you can get! superstar!
Just got into cards again I wanna grab cards for my nephews and what I’ve been doing is buying really clean base cards that if they come back psa 10 or 9 I’d be good with
I think ima go after Iverson &Jordan cards for myself
And for them the newer rookies
Also my favorite cards are downtown kabooms prizms
Good advice, Kevin Owens!
IF they don't follow... I stun them.
What do you guys mean when you “open up wax”?
Congrats on 100k subs! Go Birds
Thank you!
When is the right time to sell ??? I have a couple of baseball prospects that are doing good . Should I wait until they get called up to the big leagues ??
I prefer toploader and bag unless it fits perfect in mag
I have been putting cards in Penny sleeves them in the rigid card savers for storage. The same ones you would use if sending in to get graded. Are there pros and cons for storing that way?
Great video guys! I am getting into the hobby myself. I do have a question, when it comes to looking at comps for that one may be selling or trading, where is the best place to look at comps ?
Hey guys also from Philadelphia where are some good hobby scopes in the area even jersey of need be also I always support the channel for years now keep up the good work thanks in advance
I moved from the area when I was little like 1999 LOL. Thanks for the support.
Cheapest place to get top loaders and sleeves and plastic covers etc...? I appreciate the video. Love the hobby
ultrapro.com/?
Great video guys 👍
Thank you!
I'm new to the hobby (inspired by Wemby) and I've bought so much crap off whatnot i completely lost track of what I paid or whats on the way 😩 don't be me you'll. New plan is to sell it all and condense into top graded wembys
Great advice 👍🏾 🎉
Ma homie Juice got that fresh cut!!!!
Gotta step my game up!
I have that Wrestlemania shirt!
Loved the video you boys!!! ❤️
Thanks so much!!
What does grading do? The perfect time to grade it seems when the player is popular and in there prime?
It determines the quality and condition of your card being graded. This can affect the cards value and the demand for your card. The higher the grade, the better your card.
Are you guys in Phoenix as well? Lots of local references made me think you might be neighbors!
I grew up in North Phx.
Thanks for sharing
Do you need a stamp on your envelop for shipping cards in an envelope?
What you shipping with ? eBay ?
Those stickers are cool where you get them
Great video guy!!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Please share!
That’s a better fade than Kobe
Shiiiii
I collect AFL Hawthorn Jason Dunstall
Yikes
I collect complete sets.
Great info
Thank you!
Hope you guys had a happy 4th of july weekend 🤘🤘🤘🤘
Im saving for that 20k box w one card see you in 2030
Ultimate warrior mad shirt
Yessir
My advice is buy bulk more than packs
Just saw you getting a selfie with Sketch😂
Hell ya!
What are your views on Olympic basketball cards?
I like them, I order my topps now cards, taking a shot at that one of one auto!
@@LootboxTVreviews I am taking my shot too. I took a break from collecting. But I have learned a lot in this one video than I have on my own.
gud morning sir from Philippines
Morning!
i collect de’aaron fox
Hell ya!
Fresh fade juicy!!
You know it.
We brand brand new I’d like to hear what the acronyms mean in the hobby.,what’s PC? Teach us the lingo
Okay, will do. PC is Personal Collection btw!
Guys telling the cold hard facts that we don't want to hear but need to hear.
LOVE YOU GUYS!!! LOVE THE CONTENT. PLEASE DO MORE POKEMON OR ALT TCG. FLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEER!
Check out Collectr.
Wander Franco is the perfect example of holding an investment long term. If a card doubles in price, sell it.
He’s never playing again. He’s like Henry Ruggs
@@TheGuavaGuyI hear he's having a monster year for the Mean Machine
whens d 100k play button opening?...then 2018 prizm basketball box battle hehe🙂👍
IT was in the last video lol
Isnt COMC just an eBay store?
They do auctions on eBay yes, but a lot of their business is on their own site.
Invest in Willie mays
Nice haircut Juice
😂
Thanks 😅
Buy all Willie mays cards
Might be too late right now, tho?
I recently purchased a numbered to 99 Tank Dell bomb squad for 30$ then the seller told me unfortunately we can't find the card you purchased so we will s3nd you a full refund. I was so upset. Is that common in the hobby?.
IDK, haven't had that issue before, but might be a blessing as that card might not be worth that much.
It's a scam going on now. Some of the books has been pre scanned knowing what is in and not in the boxes.
Jerry west bill Walton willie mays rest in peace
100%
Can someone send me a link to the phone stands used for breaking cards?
www.amazon.com/Lamicall-Foldable-Phone-Stand-Desk/dp/B09MCKK9NX/ref=sr_1_13?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UUZN0BsGDSWknLYfKxeqpNZf_4rb_4dB_NrHh6KWLglNp2hT4gI1p7aBLFCxZHhpno-gSogsJZMsn6egULboffNisOyGh3zkioPqVScjOJUoR3K2wGBHlSBthQyIypF9CXWsvPf7CX6w0IpV-dU3oNIg4K23zKrZ8FK8DCPLOZCG3OT2EUKslZ71qH4nOsb79cy3xqYK8zvonKn7Om958gQu0CcFlB--YZPBo_Wv54o.Lh2hzJwuA9s2pTmFEr6GhY_FZwcTyQ0L1RMHlB8BY2c&dib_tag=se&keywords=phone+stands&qid=1719978954&sr=8-13
@@LootboxTVreviews Thank you! I thought it was something super extravagant lol
@@MrJrLewis23 nah, I use a $10 stand :D
Thought it was K.O.
I need to catch up on the vocabulary lol
Would love to get back into it… but looks like you’re lighting your money on fire.
I am the extreme, there are plenty of people not spending a ton of money or making money.
But hobby boxes are so dam expensive lol
Pp
Huh?
is this a guide or a flexing video? lol
Waste of money. Don’t do it.
Have you got any recommendations on facebook and discord groups for buying and selling?
You can join ours. discord.gg/GHFus7h
I mean I just got some screw downs for $2 a piece and think they look great for display purposes. I bought them for my original art sketch cards that I make.
They can just ruin cards.
That's exactly what they are is knuckleheads people say buy singles instead of wax because normal joe can't afford to open hobby. Everything in the hobby has increased, but mostly prices for boxes I mainly open hockey and you can't tell me a box normally sub $100 is $200 now that's messed up maybe one day things will come back to reality
Got ya
Your heading says it all. Have to be a dummy to buy cardboard.
LOL
LOL
androgenic alopecia lol
Damn Simon, why you gotta be like that.
dbook DA all suk LOL the suns are toast go buy some beal
Ah just a hater.
@@LootboxTVreviews alot to hate ....Bol Bol Ur boy
I wanna make money lol ✅🫡