Hey Saul…This Is Why I Love Vintage Baseball Cards

[@elitehunters732]

Wow I loved every second of this video. So much eye candy. The stories behind the find or pickup. You crushed it with this one my friend. Geez….I can’t choose a card that blew me away more than the Ruth, which there’s footage for!!! That’s so cool. Thank you for participating my friend. Now start rooting for my Yankees 💪👑

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks James! This was a really fun video to do! Thanks for asking for the VR! That Ruth/Gehrig card is just awesome! Definitely one of the favorites in my collection! Is baseball season still going on? 🤔 Have a great weekend my friend!

[@thecollectingnomad]

I always enjoy your videos. This one was such a great description of why you collect vintage. Great history, great cards, and great reasons. Thank you for sharing.

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support and awesome comment!

[@AEWCHASER]

Awesome VR Jim Cool that you got some of your dad's cards still Love vintage baseball cards Thanks for the show.😊

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Isaac! Have a nice weekend!

[@AEWCHASER]

@@PickerJimS yes sir

[@vintageonvintage817]

Fantastic cards Jim! So cool that you still have all those amazing cards from your father, love that! That Neilson's chocolate Daubert card is so sweet! I love the 53 set and the Mathews and Paige cards are two of my all-time favorites! After that is was Ott, Musial, Williams, Spahn, Kaline, Cronin, Cochrane and Cepeda, each one just as beautiful as the next, wow!!!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Steve! I really enjoyed thinking about the reasons why I love vintage cards! The connection with family and history is definitely high on the list! I appreciate you watching and I hope you had a nice weekend!

[@Dcollection]

Hi Jim! It’s awesome you have a rotary phone. I’m sure that ring is great to hear. I enjoyed hearing why you collect vintage. The memories you have with father and grandfather about players is precious. It’s great you still have his cards. You have an amazing vintage collection, Jim. Love how you go about it and pick up your items. Thanks for the nice words and shoutout. I was happy to share that video with you.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Andy! This was a fun video to do! The cards are fantastic but the memories, stories and history of the players make this hobby awesome! I always love to research and learn! I think the John Fogarty video is great and so cool that there’s video of Ruth climbing up on that car, I am very appreciative that you told me about that! Thanks for your awesome comment as always my friend! Have a nice weekend!

[@jpmnky]

I have a cousin who inherited his grandparents property. In the kitchen there was a rotary phone on the wall with a MasterCharge logo on it. Sure it was a gift from the bank. Or from a MasterCard catalog. This was in 2011-12. For his family, I hope he hung onto that. Finding any older touchtone phone is hard enough. Any rotary phones are gems at this point. EDIT: Accidentally hit an emoji key and HAD to remove it. Those things are just ridiculous.

[@baseballcardcrazy9871]

Beautiful cards Jim and I enjoyed hearing your thoughts on vintage cards. I agree with you.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks! I appreciate you watching!

[@unc23sports]

COOL VR! There's nothing sweeter than finding vintage treasures in the wild! Regardless of whether it's sports cards, furniture, or cars. I love that wrestling poster in the background! Great showcase of your vintage cards! Thanks for sharing, Jim

[@PickerJimS]

Yes sir! I love vintage and antique things of all kinds. It’s really cool finding something I’ve never seen before and learning about it! With sports learning about the unknown players is great! Some guys have live fascinating lives! I appreciate you watching! I hope you had a nice weekend and awesome week to come!

[@CleanCheapShots]

Love vintage cars. You will have to show a picture sometime. Piersall's story is so interesting. Cool that you have cards from your dad. The Jimmy Foxx card was my favorite. Then you showed the 1953 cards. Nice!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Drew! I knew you would like the 53’s! 😁 I did a video a few years ago with my 195; Chevrolet and my 1954 Mickey Mantle. I’ll try leaving the link here if you want to check it out! I appreciate you watching and I hope you had. Nice Saturday! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaHYlJ-Op82Sacksi=dYjKCOVNJdbjrEvD

[@Cali_Collector75]

Awesome VR Jim congrats thanks for sharing this 😊

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks brother, enjoy your weekend!

[@katosworld756]

Awesome vintage cards and stories Jim,our moms are always throwing away our stuff 😂my mom threw out all my Gi joes and transformers 🙁crazy story about Waitkus,sweet cards,have a nice weekend brother 👍😎

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks man! Yeah that sucks when mom’s get cleaning and they just start throwing things out! 😂 I appreciate you watching brother! Have a nice weekend!

[@AngryOldManTTM]

Super VR Jim. Fantastic Jake Daubert card. So great that you have a Rotary Phone. I remember those as a kid. Fantastic Luis Tiant Sr. card. Thanks for sharing Jim.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Ed! I appreciate you watching my friend!

[@diecastcollector508]

This video just took my heart away!! ❤️❣️ The cards, your memories, stories!! 😍 Jake Daubert, Ruth, hand-cut Rube Marquard, Ted Williams, Ed Mathews, Orlando Cepeda, absolutely *M-I-N-D B-L-O-W-I-N-G* vintage cards here!! 🤯 A HUGE Like Number 8, fully watched as always Bro 👍🏻

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you so much for the awesome comment my friend! Have a nice weekend!

[@billyballgamesportscards]

Awesome cards, Jim! I'm with you, I love old stuff! Cars, records, furniture, you name it! I love history and the history of baseball. Thanks for sharing, my friend!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Billy! Yes sir a love for history and antiques naturally draw us to vintage baseball cards! I appreciate you watching my friend!

[@CardCutter23]

Great video Jim! I never thought I would, but I'm slowly gravitating to vintage. It's hard not to collect it when all my buddies are LOL.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Garrett!! Yeah man it’s easy to be influenced in this hobby! 😁 I appreciate you watching! Have a nice weekend!

[@concretebuddy59]

Thank you for the fun video Jim. I really enjoyed your explanation. I fell the same way you do about vintage. I still really enjoy looking at the Japanese Ruth & Gehrig card.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks George! I just love learning and history so vintage cards just seem natural to me! I appreciate you watching my friend!

[@The_Cincinnati_Kid]

Hey Jim! Great explanation of why you collect vintage. I like old things too. And an awesome display of cards. Loved that ‘53 Matthews and the ‘54 Kaline! Gave video a like!

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you sir! I appreciate you watching! The love of history and antiques makes vintage baseball cards a natural attraction! I appreciate you watching!

[@Hodges1455]

Gave a video like. That's awesome that you have connections with your father once collecting cards and have a few from his collection. I can only imagine how attached I would be if my father passed along to me a few baseball cards. My grandma encouraged my hobby and I was always excited when she would have some cards waiting for me when I got to visit. The history is a big part of my collecting for sure. Always discovering new records, events and stories from the players of the past. Have a great Friday Jim!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Brian! My dad collected when he was a kid, and was very supportive when I started collecting. Too bad my grandmother threw out most of his cards but I am very grateful that a few survived! The cards are great but the memories are even better! I appreciate you watching! Have a nice weekend!

[@TCBsprtscards]

Awesome VR, some beautiful cards shown off that I’ve never seen before! Have a great weekend!

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you so much my friend! You have a nice weekend too!

[@thebostonkid7832]

your collection is a wonder Jim! our vintage collecting styles and philosophy is exactly the same,, I like to know the history of the players as well,also I research before and after their playing days which is always very interesting, hoping to see you in Wilmington Saturday, health and happiness Jim, Jonathan.... aka... the Boston kid

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Jonathan! It’s so much fun to learn about the history of the game and its players! I appreciate you watching and it was awesome seeing you at the Shriners show!

[@jga59]

Just fantastic cards, Jim. The old cards are where it is at!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Gannon! Vintage! All day every day! LOL! I appreciate you watching sir! Have a nice weekend!

[@12againsports]

Jim, i enjoyed every second of this video. I wish it was longer! I appreciate the honor and respect you show to both the players and the cards depicting them. The background information you give on these cards is amazing. Awesome video, Jim!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks so much Danny! I really appreciate your awesome comment! Have an awesome weekend brother!

[@scootscollectibles]

Great display of vintage cards and the reason why you love them. Awesome you have some from your dad’s collection and way to end with a banger. Love that red backflground on his rookie. Have a good weekend Jim.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Mike! The red background on the Cepeda rookie sucks me in every time! LOL I appreciate you watching! Have a nice weekend!

[@Peeezzzzyy]

I love collecting both I got signed topps cards from 1957-2024

[@PickerJimS]

That sounds like a fantastic run of signed Topps cards! Thanks so much for taking some time to watch and comment!

[@tseanshannon]

Great video and a bunch of cards I didn't know about it. Love the Jake Daubert!!! I dig buying a card of a guy I don't know and then learning their cool story.

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you sir! It is really cool to learn about the lesser known players and some guys have lived very interesting lives! Thanks for your support man, I really appreciate it! Have a nice week!

[@vintagecardssteve8582]

Fantastic share here Jim. Loved seeing the Jimmy Foxx and Eddie Waikus, 53 Topps Matthews, Kaline RC and Paige. Red Hearts, Leaf and Playballs! As much as i do enjoy the flagship but... not the crazy numbered modern day cards because i think those are overhyped and ridicoulus. I believe that we are currently seeing history being written today. I know it is kinda a weird concept to think about it that way. But....There is something special about Vintage and I have always favored Vintage as well. Always enjoy.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Steve! I always appreciate your support my friend!

[@tjmacvintagecardsnostalgia648]

Hi Jim, I enjoyed hearing your thoughts on why you love collecting vintage cards. It is great to see cards that your dad had as a kid. I agree with you on the character that the older cards have. It is not something that you can just replicate on a modern card. The story, age and connection that the cards evoke give the cards character. I knew you had cards given to you by your dad but didn’t know you had a few from when he was a kid. That is so awesome. Thanks for sharing. I always enjoy seeing your collection and hearing you talk about it. Have a great weekend.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Terry! There’s so many cool reasons to collect vintage cards, the connection with family and history are definitely two of the most important to me. I really had a lot of fun thinking about this and making the video! I appreciate you watching! Have a nice week!

[@Collectorholic]

Nice VR. Amazing cards!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Chris!

[@FourFriends-gk8lz]

I collect new cards the same way I collect vintage: I only care about flagship, I want the main set, a Red Sox team set, and the Hall of Famers. I don't chase (or care for) all the "sparkly bullshit." My collection isn't worth that much, but I *HAVE* *FUN* collecting. And that's the real point.

[@PickerJimS]

Hi! Thanks for the awesome comment! One of the beautiful things about this hobby is that we can all collect any way we want. As long as you are collecting what you like and what makes you happy that’s all that matters! I really appreciate you taking some time to watch! Take care!

[@Peacemakercards]

Great video. I love the Jake Daubert, I need one of his cards for my Cincinnati Reds HOF collection.

[@PickerJimS]

Thank you sir! Yes Daubert was really a great player during the deadball era both at the plate and in the field! I appreciate you taking some time to watch and comment!

[@jpmnky]

Over the last 3-4 years I’ve been shocked how much card values tank once a player retires. The 1997-2006 cards have been my big thing lately. The years I was out of the hobby. All those expansions 2004 NFL and 2003-04 NBA cards are now affordable and I love it. Built some sets I thought I’d never be able to own. And if you’re into current stuff just give it a few months. The prices drop significantly after about a month after release date. But even more if you hold out 3-6 months at least. This strategy is the only reason I was able to finally build a Prestige Football set w/ SP cards. And I built two actually, the 2020 and 22 sets. Master sets, most inserts were under a dollar. Not sure what to do in 24, probably buy a Donruss factory set and call it a year. And I’ll build Donruss Basketball masters, hobby and retail inserts.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks for taking some time to watch and I appreciate your awesome comment! It’s a great time to be a collector, prices are down and it’s a buyers market. Like everything else it goes in cycles, 4-5 years ago everything was overpriced. As long as you enjoy what you are doing that’s the most important thing! Sounds like you’ve been working on some beautiful sets!

[@the_card_closet]

Great reasons to collect vintage. Wow, Jim, you pulled out some heavy hitters for this one. Go dodgers!!!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Eric! I appreciate you watching! Go Dodgers for sure!

[@davidm686]

Absolutely fantastic VR and showcase. I’ve got to add that gorgeous ‘49 Waitkus and what a story. Everything you showed is outstanding as always. Have a great weekend bud 👊🏻⚾️

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks so much David! When I learned about the connection between Waitkus and The Natural movie I knew I wanted a card of his! I appreciate you watching my friend! Have a nice weekend!

[@MrFisherbike]

Now that's what I call a video response.Awesome stuff, jim. I love it.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Jayson! Have an awesome weekend brother! 👍🏻👊🏻✌🏻

[@sportscardsd-tor]

Nice video with some memorable cards. Thanks for sharing

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Diego! I hope you have a nice Sunday!

[@RobCashCards]

Hi Jim! Wow! So many great cards, my friend. You have an amazing vintage collection. I really enjoyed seeing the Daubert. I’m wanting to add one of those chocolate cards to my collection one day soon. Also, looks like your dad’s cards are in great condition. Man, he really took care of them. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend!!!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Rob! I knew you would like the Daubert! He was a great player at the plate and in the field, he should be a HOFer in my opinion! Very interesting guy too, It was believed that he was black listed from the HOF because he tried to organize a players union back in the. I appreciate you watching buddy! Have a nice weekend!

[@RobCashCards]

@@PickerJimS Daubert was an interesting guy. I didn’t realize that he passed away soon after the Reds last game in 1924. Apparently, he had some kind of blood disorder. Crazy stuff! After looking at his career stats, I’m with you, he definitely should be in the HOF. Take care!

[@commentingcollector]

Great VR, Jim! Darrell Giordano and I were just chatting about how back in the day my Dad remembers going to paper drives at school and seeing semi trailers of comic books. Could you imagine if one of those were found today? Good luck in the contest and Good Collecting 👍❤️

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Robert! Yes sir, back in the day they had the paper drives which were especially popular during war times. Cards, comics and most types of ephemera were considered disposable. I can’t imagine the historical documents that were destroyed. Have a great weekend!

[@warrendinCLE]

Awesome my friend! Loved everything of course!! I knew I liked you for a reason😉 I am seeking multiple Rube Marquard cards

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Warren! Marquard was born in Cleveland I believe. Good luck in adding his cards to your collection! I appreciate you watching buddy! Have a nice weekend!

[@warrendinCLE]

@@PickerJimS you are correct

[@DiamondyardSportscards]

Sweet!!!

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks George! Have a nice weekend buddy!

[@RickAcostaDodgerCardCollector]

Great video, Jim! Jake Daubert should be in the hall of fame. Played a lot of great years with Brooklyn, but Charles Ebbets traded him away because he was considered a troublemaker. Daubert was one of the pioneers about the welfare of baseball players.

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Rick! Yes Daubert lived an interesting life and a sad death. As you mentioned he was a trailblazer in attempts to unionize players. Many old timers believe was blackballed from the HOF because of those efforts! I really love learning about guys like him! I appreciate you watching and leaving an awesome comment!

[@TonyBlack574]

I know it will never go back to this way, but if topps only had series 1, 2 and Update could you imagine the chase for rookie cards? Instead of 2000 different rookie cards of the same person.

[@PickerJimS]

I agree Tony I’ve been saying for years that Topps should cut down print runs but like you said it will never happen!

[@marksantucci4230]

Hi Jim your 1,000 %correct on both parts older items are better than today's garbage? har tickets over the phone , paper recipts you can use your favorite pen to sighn, Rock magazines your also 1,000 % correct there are millions of ways to collect still working on the family set last week picked up both Acuna's. nice Jimmy Piersall , Don Drysdale , Duke Snider , 1964 Yaz , 1967 Mays , 1960 Koufax , 1959 Drysdale, 1953 Eddie Mathews , Satchel Paige , Mel Ott , 1954 Stan Musial , nice 1941 Ted Williams , 1922 Rube Marquard , nice Louis Tiant , nice Jimmy Fox , 1934 Mickey Cochrane , lots and lots of nice cards!!! any thoughts about up grading that Stan Musial from a 1.5 to a 5? 1954?

[@PickerJimS]

Thanks Mark! I love the 54 Red Heart Musial it’s a beautiful card, no need to upgrade it, I don’t care about the number on the slab! I appreciate your comment! I hope you have a nice Sunday!

[@marksantucci4230]

So after studying that video we've all seen that video on MTV but after studying theres one player missing I will give you a clue like the Card closet he's the 4th best player from that time he wore number 21 for the Pirates he has 2 world serise championships a ton of hits in the 300 homerun club and we still miss him did you ever see him play say game of the week? just the card in the begining did we see him.

[@PickerJimS]

Arriba The Great One!!! 😁

[@marksantucci4230]

@@PickerJimS If you mean Clemente then yes.