Buying Rare Vintage Pokemon Cards at Chicago Collect-A-Con!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Let me know your favorite pickup of the weekend in the comments!

[@catsrthebest2321]

Got Japanese Sylveon from Eevee Heroes in a PSA 10. Also I’m in the start of the video in the entry line 😂

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@catsrthebest2321 That is an awesome pickup and actually really cool you found yourself in line!

[@Fang_Face]

I am silently developing an impressive collection of vintage Pokemon cards. I’m all about the odd stuff too, phone cards, playing cards, bus passes, business cards, stickers, etc... 17:10 I feel ya, give it right back, lol. Great video, thanks!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Love me some odds and ends! Legit anything vintage Pokemon or Mewtwo I just have to add to the collection! Congrats on your collection ever growing!! And I definitely would have given a big hit right back! Everyone wins in the hobby with kindness! 🍻🍻

[@pokepapii]

Keep it up. Great to finally meet in person. Papi was so hyped to meet and get a sticker

[@GrimHorizonTV]

So awesome finally meeting the two of you too! Papi had an amazing birthday weekend I would say!!

[@eh7fdboy]

That lady in the blue shirt seemed like a great lady. That mewtwo was a beauty as well

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Favorite couple of the weekend! Spent quite a bit of time at their table and went back Sunday too! Serious goals at their age!

[@eh7fdboy]

@@GrimHorizonTV they definitely are goals. Hope to one day be doing that at their age

[@PokeGrillz]

They been collecting and buying selling for 20 plus years i believe. That why they have so many skyridge cards and boxes.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@PokeGrillz I've heard something similar but never knew the whole story. Been collecting Pokemon pretty much since the start and made a business out of it with their massive collection.

[@houndoomshouse]

The woman who helped you sort through Skyridge is a rockstar 🤩

[@GrimHorizonTV]

She and her husband were amazing! She made it her mission for 30 mins to hook me up with everything I needed for my binders!! Couldn't ask for a cooler experience at con!

[@PrimeTimePokermon]

Pickups were on point this video! And that Tyranitar was such a great deal to finish of the holos. Props to the vendor!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Preciate it dude! It was such a solid show! Going to do a live either tonight or tomorrow showing off all the pickups because there was quite a bit more to show!

[@seanolmedo8915]

i swear i feel secondhand accomplishment when you finish these sets

[@GrimHorizonTV]

That is actually awesome and appreciated at the same time!! Love how you can follow along! Makes me want to keep doing these videos!

[@seanolmedo8915]

@@GrimHorizonTV please dont stop!!! some of us never get to go to conventions and see all this cool content and i vicariously live through you collecting these sets! i always feel the win too seeing you finish one off

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@seanolmedo8915 I have no intentions to stop anytime soon! Honestly comments like these make me feel like I have no choice ha I definitely want others to see what I experience. I take certain things for granted but don't realize how many others just love to see the cards and interactions!! Much appreciate you!

[@seanolmedo8915]

@GrimHorizonTV it's honestly the interactions, the community and the love for helping eachother out that brings me back. Something about the pokemon community reminds me of the skateboard community. Just everyone rooting eachother on is amazing.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@seanolmedo8915 as an ex skater I can totally see the similarities! Just like finally landing a trick at the park and having everyone hype you up big time!

You're crushing your vlogs, Grim! Keep up the great work. That mewtwo piece you picked up is soooooo sick.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Thanks my dude!! Just having fun recording and tracking down cards I need at shows! The Mewtwo movie pamphlet is the coolest thing ever!! 🔥🔥

[@dobri1833]

One of the best Pokemon content as always

[@GrimHorizonTV]

So much appreciated 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@Cwuka]

Another banger as always!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Very much so appreciated!!!!

[@alceja3522]

Man!! I’m hooked on your vids!! Love the hunt for the E readers series! Can’t imagine how much u spend on those master sets 👊🏻

[@GrimHorizonTV]

That is much appreciated! I love all the e-Reader sets now that I have progressed to them and have been hunting them down. You would be surprised on how affordable a lot of them are. At least I have been very lucky with vintage binder buys along with having a lot of friends in the hobby and card shops that hook me up a lot as well. That Tyranitar was the most I have spent in a long time on a single card and it hurt to do so!

[@alceja3522]

@@GrimHorizonTV I’m taking notes brother! I’ve learned from your vids, comps, asking prices etc. I’m currently working on the EX cards love vintage!!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@alceja3522 that's actually awesome! I never thought what I did/made would help others but reading comments like this is awesome. Feel free to ask me anything moving forward! Best of luck with the ex era too! So excited to get to that one day!

[@bobchin7066]

Hey man another great video I need you to post more 😂😂 I like how you pick up random cool things not just cards

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I am going to do a live this weekend showing off everything I got at con! A lot wasn't filmed! I can only find so many shows I can go to that make sense. Maybe I should hit garage sales every weekend for content haha lmao but much appreciated!

[@bobchin7066]

@@GrimHorizonTV that would be cool you should try that bro

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@bobchin7066 looking up garage sales now 😂😂

[@UnownEquis]

What's your setup for recording the POV video/audio? A second phone or GoPro, built-in mic or wireless mic?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I'm using a second iPhone for recording. I have a chest mount strap off Amazon along with Rode wireless mics. Super simple setup along with being very light.

[@UnownEquis]

@@GrimHorizonTV very simple, appreciate the reply!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@UnownEquis No problem at all!

[@David_Quinn1995]

Great vlog can't wait to see more.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Much appreciated!!

[@cmgaming6096]

“If I have to wait I have to wait” love it, it’s so easy to cave and get it just cause it’s there

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Very easy to cave! I always wait until I feel the card is the right fit! Deal, condition, everything. I pass on beautiful cards if they are over priced or I just get bad vibes sometimes from the seller. Or crappy condition cards even if they are way way cheap.

[@pokegold_hits]

The LC Hit So Hard😍‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Loving all the LC pickups lately dude!! The binder is starting to take shape!!

[@pokegold_hits]

@@GrimHorizonTV that binder must be Shiny AF!!!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@pokegold_hits getting there! I think I have around 40ish+ reverses currently. It's a big set so not filled in too much yet but getting there!

[@whothehellischance]

im not sure if its been answered before but how do the lines work at these collectacons? the line you showed was it for everyone or just general entry? How longs it take to get through the line and how early do you recommend getting there? If you go vip is it worth it?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Both the lines I showed were general entry and very long. Anyone with VIP can enter at 9AM (an hour earlier) and skip the general admission line. I typically find VIP very much worth it for waiting in line alone plus you have a special line at the voice actors if you want to meet/greet or get something signed by them.

[@alextzouanakis9284]

Hey I made a trade for an Umbreon V alt art with the guy you were ripping mask of change with in the intro! Super chill guy. Congrats on the Tyranitar!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Ayy that's awesome! Those were both my local friends I was ripping packs with. We all traveled up together!

[@alextzouanakis9284]

Nice! Pretty sure you were at the table when I was talking with him at the end of the day. I’ll probably catch you guys at the next con around MI 😄

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@ I'm sure you'll see us again!!! Nice meeting you!

[@Gruves_Collects]

I was doing the same Tyranitar hunt in Chicago only a PSA 9 copy. Beaut of a card. We both won!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Congrats on you finding yours as well! It is such a hard card to track down in clean shape! I feel like I've been hunting for this one card for the right deal for 4-5 cons now.

[@Gruves_Collects]

@@GrimHorizonTV the hunt at Con’s and card shows is so much fun. Anyone can buy cards online but purchasing them in person brings so much more fulfillment to the hobby. Keep up the great videos!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@Gruves_Collects totally agree. I don't buy a single card online unless completely unrelated to my vintage sets. I'll buy modern cards I like or slabs on eBay that I can snipe on a good deal. But I'll hunt these sets in person until I'm done!! 🤘🏼

[@hyrte0010]

What is the app you use to monitor which cards you have?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" I pay an annual for the pro version which is like $20 a year or so. Best app/features I've come across

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@DirtyDwald]

Got to meet you this past weekend! Great vid!!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Ayy always appreciate people saying hey! Love talking about Pokemon to everyone!

[@PokeEPete]

“Yoink”

[@PokeEPete]

This is why I watch you in 2x speed 😂 no watch hours for you 😂😂😂

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@PokeEPetelmao I'm gonna keep yoinking then 😂😂

[@Tongandingo1]

LC Reverse for the win 🏆 🔥

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Completely agree!!!

[@giacomoeinaudi2530]

Man, love your videos, love the Eseries and I too I am struggling to find that Tyranitar, I need it in Italian and it's impossibile to find at a good price

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Oh man I thought trying to find an English was hard enough. Finding an Italian version is probably even more rare, at least without a premium price involved. Thank you so much!!

[@MasterJediHeyns]

That Tyranitar 😍😍😍

[@GrimHorizonTV]

It's a beauty dude! Can't believe I was able to bring it home!🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@PowRips]

Very cool tyranitar I wish pow productions was in here

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Hang out with Grim more often at shows and you will be 🤣. You at least made the smart decision and moved over on Sunday to our area!

[@hollycollects]

My favorite pickup was the Espeon 😜

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Figured it would be 😂 enjoy 💜

[@houndoomshouse]

the Meganium deal was epic

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Yoinkkkkkkkkkkkk 😂😂

[@Doors067]

Theres no way in Hell id ever pay money to get into a show i have to stand over an hour in line to get to lmao

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Totally get it. These shows are massive, I always suggest buying vip. More money but skip the line plus other perks

[@whothehellischance]

wow at 3$ a pop for lp/nm skyridge i would have had a hard time not buying them all.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

She hooked me up big time because she knew I was working on a master set. Only took what I needed, hopefully another collector can find more that they need later on! (buy totally get having them all would have been awesome too. They were so minty!)

[@adamant_3337]

I got the trainer art gallery Umbreon V and vmax from brilliant stars along with more Nidoking cards to my collection 🤘🏻

[@GrimHorizonTV]

All solid pickups!! Love those TG Umbreons from Brilliant!!

[@GHOZTPRODUCTIONZ]

im new here but what app are you using to keep track of your cards bud??

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Welcome! I use "Dex" in the App Store! It is an amazing app!

[@levinicholson7734]

Hey, quick question here what is that app you are using to track your collection?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" in the App Store!

[@G_R_3]

😈😈😈

[@Gengar558]

I definitely seen you there

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Say hey next time!

[@Mark-cn3wr]

Two long lines not bad and more booths

[@GrimHorizonTV]

A lot more booths for sure! This Con was huge!

[@Mark-cn3wr]

Bad news nj collect a con still held at that same junk center ( MetLife needs renovations for World Cup)

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@Mark-cn3wr that actually kinda sucks. They better accommodate better this go around.

[@Mark-cn3wr]

@@GrimHorizonTV beware of fifa club finals, must be a test for fifa USA, along with the remaining contracts for this nj expo center

[@raymondm227]

Does anyone know the vendor that wore shirts with Charmander and Squirtle in a similar design as the BulbaStore shirt?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I know the totodile shirt comes from AnimeApe. Might be same for others I haven't checkdd

[@MichelleNyxRaymond]

Heyo! Congrats on getting that T-tar! So that’s all done with the holos? Or the entire set? If not the whole set, how far off are you to completing it now? 🤔 Either way, I’m excited for ya! 🎉 Keep up the great work man!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Thank you so much! I'm only done with actual holos and Crystals. I need a metric ton of reverse holos. I think still over 100 for Aquapolis and 40ish for expedition on reverses

[@denarr8276]

Not seen anyone pick up that mewtwo magazine looked like it was in good condition and the promo cards too sweet deal!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Great condition and both promo cards inside are mint! It's a beautiful new piece to my personal collection. Staying as is and cards aren't coming out/getting graded

[@lunisic]

What app is that ur using as ur checklist that has pics of each card?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

That is "Dex" in the App Store!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@2fleazy]

What’s that app that helps you keep track of your sets?? I’m very curious!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

It's called "Dex" in the App Store! Amazing app!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@domiacovino]

curious as someone who has never been to a collect-a-con.. how long does it take to get through that massive line and actually get into the event?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Honestly depends on the venue. Chicago was very prepared for heavy foot traffic and got everyone in relatively quickly. New Jersey however was a complete shit show and some people were waiting an hour or two plus due to fire marshals getting involved

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Highly suggest VIP pass and just not to deal with the lines

[@Tails2Astonish]

When we went to this event, it opened at 10am, we got in line a little before 10:30, and were in before 11. The line felt like it was moving the whole time.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@Tails2Astonish thanks for chiming in! 30 mins isn't too terrible especially if you were moving the whole time. The lines also very well could have gotten longer after I filmed them at 10. More and more people kept walking up from parking.

[@chaosninja6410]

What apps do you use to keep track of what your hunting?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" in the app the store! Best app there is!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@BigDieselKards]

What app are you using to track your cards? I mostly use Collectr but always looking for other options

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" in the App Store! I love it!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@aliyahkang]

picked up shining magikarp 1st ed PSA 9 for 650 USD!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Ayyy hella good pickup!!

[@Fishcantswim]

🤘🤘🐠🐠

[@GrimHorizonTV]

My favorite Fish!!🐠 🐟🐠

[@dxnnyprom]

what app you using to source?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

"Dex" in the App Store! Best app there is!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@laxation]

How do you manage to get such good deals all the time? In Australia i feel like I'm lucky getting 10%, and you're nearly getting 50% discounts on these amazing cards!

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I have no idea 😂 I feel this last con I didn't even need to negotiate much. The amazing deals were just offered to me and I would just say ok deal🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@grand_master_glass]

9:33 What app are you using?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" in the App Store!

[@rreyes8973]

What app are you using ?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use "Dex" in the App Store. Pay extra for the pro version. I love how user friendly it is and I can track all my variants across sets

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@ChillStudyDate]

How do you price u graded vintage cards?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

If I am comping on the fly I usually used eBay last sold along with price charting to get an average

[@ChillStudyDate]

@@GrimHorizonTV sometimes I see raw cards going for a lot more than I thought they’d be, does nm, lp, hp,mp have anything to do with pricing too?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@ChillStudyDate Absolutely condition is everything. The best advice is read up on conditions with TCG player. They kinda set the standard for how to identify a cards condition. Then definitely select the proper grade when comping a card. The main thing I run into at these shows is condition/price being a lot higher than the reality of the card. People pricing Moderate Play cards at Near Mint pricing and expecting you to pay it. There are some great vendors out there and then there are some not so great.

[@mmaammn]

hey boss what app did u use to check card collections

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use the pro version of "Dex" in the App Store! Best collector app there is!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@mmaammn]

@ssaiiyan thx boss he never replied haha

[@GrimHorizonTV]

@@mmaammn do you not see my reply one month ago? That's weird

[@adamant_3337]

What app are using to track your cards?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I use the app called "Dex" I find it has a lot more capabilities than Pokellector

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@torpidbeast]

What app is that you’re using??

[@GrimHorizonTV]

"Dex" in the App Store!

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@danikrava]

What’s the name of app to manage Pokémon card ?

[@GrimHorizonTV]

It's called "Dex" in the App Store! 10/10 recommended! Far superior vs pokellector

[@ssaiiyan]

The App is called Dex, free to download!

[@christopherticknor7759]

You should ask a Dealer if its ok to remove a card before just grabbing it and taking it out of the sleeve. Etiquette.

[@GrimHorizonTV]

I do 99% of the time. Some of the vendors shows I've done business with in the past and they trust me with their cards.

[@sanchilandscapedesign6316]

Ngl that intro way too long

[@GrimHorizonTV]

That's why I mark chapters if anyone wants to skip it

[@SakDrop]

You probably nick the card holding it so long

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Probably not

[@Poke_TCG_unleashed]

Hey man love the work I just finished my vendor pov it's up! I was able to salvage day 1 and wanted to say thank you for trying to help me with my camera when you saw me in distress 😂🫶

[@GrimHorizonTV]

Just subbed and will check out the vid! It was no problem at all helping the best I could. Glad you were able to save a lot of the footage. Working with tech can be great and super frustrating at the same time when it decides to just stop working.

[@Poke_TCG_unleashed]

@GrimHorizonTV let me know how it is and where I can improve! ill follow you on IG!