My TOP 5 Vintage Baseball Cards For 2023

[@ClementeCollector]

Man the 1967 Clemente stand-up, those are so rare. Howard was on my channel this year and showed his, it’s the die cut one, he said he thinks there are 2-3 die cut and 2-3 uncut. What did that end up selling for? I agree with you, the Jackson video was one of the best card videos on KZbin I’ve seen.

[@Bluejacket66]

The proof went for around $11,000 . That’s a ton of money but dang I regret not just going for it because the cards I’m targeting here soon I won’t be able to remotely afford

[@shelbybraman1]

That Worch Cigar Ruth is a stunner! Thanks for sharing your collection with us as always. Happy New Year. 🎉

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy new year Shelby!

[@BadgerJeff]

We need more Axel and Rudy videos! They looked so pumped for your pick ups. That Walter Johnson is SO nicely centered, registered, and those corners. Wow. Well all the cards are amazing. I do enjoy that Joe Jackson story/video. Lifelong collector with a lifetime of experiences. Love it!

[@Bluejacket66]

Halitosis New Year Jeff! The frenchies rule the household!!!!

[@topps85401]

Your dogs really add the finishing touch on your video Dave! Great to hear your thoughts on the rare vintage Dave. Vintage is king!

[@Bluejacket66]

Frenchies are king…. They completely rule the household Nate🤣

[@courtlandfiero7788]

Dave, to get one of your top five in a lifetime would be a thrill!!! I couldn’t imagine the feeling you had by getting all those in one year. Absolutely amazing! I appreciate you also showing the cards you didn’t get. Just to SEE that Clemente standup in your video was exciting. I’ve been hoping one day to add the Pete Rose standup to my collection. One of my favorite pickups was a card you owned(1965 Topps Embossed S.Koufax) from the “basement find” that I won in an auction from Baseball Collector-Mike). I already had one but thought it would be very cool to own something that you had at one time in your collection. Thanks for all you do for this hobby. The time you take to explain about the cards and your personal stories are priceless. Thank you and take care.

[@Bluejacket66]

That’s awesome Courtland!!! I’m happy to hear from you and glad you enjoy my videos. Keep collecting! I’ve just been lucky to have been at it awhile. That makes me old however, lol

[@MidLifeCards]

I absolutely loved this video. Appreciate you sharing your collection and knowledge. Also- totally agree that your Jackson Cracker Jack video is one of the best out there.

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Graig!!

[@MidLifeCards]

@@Bluejacket66 Same to you, my friend.

[@Rocketrickj18]

I love your videos discussing your awesome collection! I always see or hear about something I didn’t even know existed, let alone ever seen! Thanks for sharing and good luck with your quest! Happy Hobby Year!

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Rocket man!

[@Brad-mj3tg]

Glad you were able to get your Jackson back - totally makes sense that is your #1!!! Funny - nothing in my collection that I stretched for ever became a regret but some I missed still haunt me. (Although my hits and misses are not on your level!). Wow that Orange Border Cobb takes my breath away. Thanks for sharing.

[@Bluejacket66]

I agree Brad - I’ve never regretted an over reach on a vintage card

[@silverfoocardboard8274]

Simply outstanding! I've always enjoyed hearing your thoughts on collecting and see what you pick up.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks Joe! Happy New Year

[@doug_sports_collector]

An incredible year Dave, great cards, thanks for sharing. Love the Jackson card and story, also love the Jackie bread card.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks Doug- Happy New Year

[@fernando-mychildhoodcollec5671]

Thank you for sharing Dave!. Good luck with your moving

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Fernando

[@ACollectorsDream]

Wow Dave, an incredible year. That Joe Jackson is priceless, so glad you got it back. The Mathewson is a museum piece. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Orlando

[@NuthinFancyCollectibles]

Dave, you really have some super cards. Nice recap. I enjoy the stories that go along with the cards, even the ones you missed out on. Best wishes on the move to Florida. Looking forward to what you share with us this year.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks Ken, happy new year

[@psychdonbaseballcards5137]

Happy New Dave!!! Great pickups in '23 and hope you get all on your '24 list. Now I need to take a nap after watching your dog's snooze in the background. Have a healthy and fantastic '24 my friend.

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year to you and yours Tony my friend

[@marshallkahn9029]

Great presentation, love the dogs

[@Bluejacket66]

Frenchies rule the household

[@bobbybaseball4064]

Love and share your appreciation for all these beautiful cards in our hobby. Happy New Year!

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks BB. Happy New Year

[@JohnnyHanig]

YOU have some amazing cards ! Thanks for sharing !

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks for the watch I appreciate it

[@JStottlemire1]

I really love the t206 Wajo it’s always spoke to me. Love the Worch Ruth as well it was great working along side with you as it was being considered. The Joe Jackson story will never get tiring. I love the story and provenance.😊 I hope you have blessed New Year’s and enjoy the relocation.

[@Bluejacket66]

Be well my friend

[@Palomaguy007]

Dave I won your Kashin Ruth and although poor condition-I treasure it and am so greatful you provided the opportunity. On behalf of all the KZbin Lurkers who regularly watch you, John Mangini, and all the other outstanding content creators who all so generously share your vast knowledge, historical facts, tidbits, and insight…….Thank You Dave !!!!

[@Bluejacket66]

Yes I remember! Dang I need to find another kashin Ruth. Super pose!!

[@theshowandme]

Dave, you know I love that WaJo! It was Friday, I remember you walking up to Eric and I at Philmington's meetup with it. I was wearing the shirt! Such a killer example. The Mathewson is one of the coolest pieces I have seen. So glad you grabbed that. Good luck on your 2024 goals. Hope to see you in Cleveland

[@Bluejacket66]

I remember my friend!!!!!

[@garylee190]

Happy New Year, Dave. Enjoyed the video. Wishing you a lot of success in your search during 2024!

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Gary!

[@vintagesanctuary]

Dave, it was awesome seeing some of your epic 2023 pickups as well as some of your potential target cards! 🤯🤯 The Stahl-Meyer Willie Mays looks super cool! What can be more nostalgic than vintage food and beverage issues?! Loved the Frenchie's Axel and Rudy in the background! They didn't seem too excited about your video! 😆

[@Bluejacket66]

The frenchies rule the house

[@garycarrock5915]

Happy new year Dave! Really enjoyed all your videos in 2023 looking forward to 2024!

[@Bluejacket66]

Thank you

[@LegendsNeverDieCollection]

Your dogs may have fell asleep Dave, but I didnt! Enjoyed your review in cardboard, as well as your look forward. Have a blessed 2024 my man!

[@Bluejacket66]

They do as they please Jake

[@LouRokTV]

The shoeless Joe Jackson stories is my favorite all time story related to cardboard….as always great video Dave…Happy Nee Year🤙🏽

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Lou

[@DiamondyardSportscards]

Thank you for sharing these awesome cards, Dave. I couldn’t agree more about not targeting a card, and looking for the best looking card you can find. That Leaf Satch has always been on my list as well. love that Jackie- happy hunting in 2024.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks George! I have no problems searching for cards that I likely will never own!

[@PickerJimS]

Axel and Rudy are living the dream! Killer pickups! Love them all but that 1910 Christy Mathewson is amazing! I remember the video about the torn in half Joe Jackson, it’s easy to understand why that’s your top pickup of the year! Happy New Year Dave!

[@Bluejacket66]

Jim the Frenchies rule the household…and we wouldn’t have it any other way my friend😃

[@threeriverscardcollector5962]

Happy New Year, Dave! thanks for pointing me to that net54 thread for the "imposters", that answers some questions I've had about a Stan Musial I own

[@Bluejacket66]

👍👍👍

[@ChuckNorthSideGuy]

Thanks for sharing, Dave. I think it is interesting to hear a number of folks talking about "fewer but better" / "quality, not quantity". I am the same way, with just five cards targeted for 2024. Doesn't mean I like the hobby less, just a better understanding of where I derive the most enjoyment. Happy New Year. P.S. - loved your Cracker Jack video......my favorite card you've shared is your 1954 Bowman Ted Williams. Probably the single finest example I have ever seen.

[@Bluejacket66]

I love that Williams card as well. I think it should be talked Bout more in the hobby!

[@steelcitydw]

Great video Dave! I like the way you broke down not just the "what" but the "why". Very cool

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks for the watch!

[@chrisfrommissouri]

Such class. Amazing Mathewson

[@Bluejacket66]

I love it Chris

[@SammyThunder]

Man…Dave, you have an incredible collection. The Matty is a great addition. I’m looking for a low grade Mays Stahl Meyer as well. However, the Matty American Caramel Die Cut is on my radar.

[@Bluejacket66]

Hi Sammy! Good luck and happy new year

[@4LeafCards]

Absolutely love the story on the jackson! I view auction misses as "all the thrill, none of the bill" LOL! Here's to a great 2024!

[@Bluejacket66]

That’s a health way of looking at it Eric!

[@vintageoddballcards6103]

Im soooo happy for you to get that Jackson back in your collection My second favorite has to be the Matty. Your dogs seem to enjoy the presentation lol

[@returntocollecting]

Awesome video Dave! Love the stories behind the cards. The Joe Jackson story was great! Really enjoyed! Happy New Year!

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year!!!

[@rayfromphilly6969]

those cards are awesome dave. Love your dogs. they look so cool.

[@Bluejacket66]

Frenchies❤️

[@TheCardFanatic]

Love love the frenchies!! U dont know me changed my name on here through phone losses & wgat not but a long time viewer. You've taught me a lot and its been amazing watching u and hearing u talk about shooting for your "always" cards with the collectors passion it makes me smile. Thanks for passing on the knowledge. Sidenote, we wanted to get blue or gray i guess frwnchienpupp in color but theyre so expensive. Tried to find one in a shelter but prob not ever likely to happen.its all dollars which is sad buva reality. Ended up getting a golden shepard lookin dog from a shelter. Its ashame certain breeds are charged fortunes for when its a dog u always wanted. Long idk why typed it. Stay blessed, hope u and the family are well

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy new year. Yes frenchies are very expensive!! I’ll be honest they are the best dogs I’ve ever had. Literally like own children. All dogs are great friends though 😃 Happy new year

[@Doug-JoeWoodCollector]

Congratulations Dave , you've had an awesome year. Absolutely love your 1910 E-UNC full panel card of Matty , love this card ❤.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks ! Happy new year!

[@stuke1976]

Loved the video Dave! Fun pickups with the Jackie and Shoeless Joe. Clemente Standup is a tough card, I can't imagine the price it sold for. There's a Killebrew standup on Ebay, but I just can't justify 5 grand for it, but the same seller has other Killebrew test issues I'm thinking about. I'm in that boat where regular issue cards are not high on my list.

[@Bluejacket66]

Great to hear from you. The perforated clemente stand up went for double the proof card a month prior

[@WadeBoggsFan]

Great recap of 2023 Dave. You picked up some beautiful cards. I hope you can pick up at least 1 of your watch cards this year. That red Mathewson is an amazing-looking card! 😍

[@Bluejacket66]

John it’s way more fun for me not knowing what the new collecting year will bring!!

[@kenscardboard]

Looks like a great year in 2023. Some great goals for 2024. I would love to add a 52 Jackie too.

[@Bluejacket66]

I’ll keep looking with you!

[@theodorerivera81]

Awesome video my friend, excellent stuff.

[@Bluejacket66]

😀

[@RipFan8]

Happy New Year Dave. Just an awesome top 5. Those top 5 misses and possible wants for 2024 are incredible also. Talk soon pal.

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Stephen

[@ThoseBackPages]

Not bad :) Happy New Year Dave!

[@Bluejacket66]

Hi Eric! Happy New Year and have a great collecting year

[@markcastanza7918]

Absolutely amazing cards Dave; love the T 206 Johnson; I’ve said it before, the T 206 portrait cards are among the most attractive cards ever made; the E-UNC Mathewson is jaw dropping; have a happy and healthy new year

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks Mark and Happy New Year!!!

[@JunkWaxHero]

Great stuff, Dave

[@Bluejacket66]

Thank you and Happy New Year!!

[@greatnorthern706]

Dave - Know a lot of the cards you own are worth too much to just keep around the house, but are you planning any kind of display or displays for your new place? I'd love to see it.

[@Bluejacket66]

I think I will display more! I’ll actually have my own “ office” just for my stuff!!!

[@simondaughtry4619]

love the dogs...

[@Bluejacket66]

😃frenchies

[@doktorcopernikuss]

Amazing video, brother! Do u live near NYC? There's a cool display of cards at the MET running until Jan. 24 that u would like. Question: what is your preference in slabs, as far a purchasing value goes? For example, Is a "nice" PSA 6 Namath rookie worth the same to you as a SGC 6?

[@Bluejacket66]

I’m currently in Midwest. Is it the Jefferson Burdick collection they periodically bring out and show? I GENERALLY prefer SGC for prewar and PSA for post war vintage… but not a big deal to me at all

[@doktorcopernikuss]

It is from the Burdick collection! Just curious, why do u prefer SGC/PSA for pre and post war? Do u think SGC is less good at grading post-war cards and PSA less so for pre-war? And, do u buy and crack BVG to send into those PSA or SGC? @@Bluejacket66

[@pepinoman9271]

Great cards and info

[@Bluejacket66]

Helloo Pepino!!!

[@NYYanksFan7]

Well done, Dave. Had me from beginning to end. 👍

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year Vince

[@jrsportscardschronicles3587]

Congrats on those great pickups for '23 Dave! I'm sure lots of surprises in terms of pickups for '24. You just never know what you'll run into in auctions or even at the National. All pre-war stuff seems to be getting more and more expensive. I think I'm relegated to pretty much PSA 1s at this point - and be prepared to pay a nice premium for eye appeal. But I guess that's the way it goes. That 1910 E98 Mathewson is an absolute beauty! I've never seen that card before, super rare! Good luck in '24 on your goals Dave and congrats once again!

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year. We’ll see what happens, I’d really like to get one of those cards!

[@peterb4871]

Hi Dave, such beautiful pickups.

[@Bluejacket66]

Thanks Peter!!

[@donsfieldofdreamscards9197]

Another enjoyable video Dave although I think your dogs disagreed. At least they weren’t snoring.

[@Bluejacket66]

Don, they wait until they’re in bed with me to start the snoring!!!!!!

[@donsfieldofdreamscards9197]

@@Bluejacket66 sounds about right

[@SilverJackify]

I’m glad you didn’t go with cards with a ton of value. 😂. Holy smokes! Congratulations on an amazing year. That ‘33 Ruth is nuts

[@Bluejacket66]

That’s why I have to sell a bit this year 🤷‍♂️

[@MrJmangini]

So much eye candy!

[@Bluejacket66]

Happy New Year John!

[@MrJmangini]

@@Bluejacket66 happy new year!

[@michaelpiccinini1391]

I agree Dave, I would never buy a terrible looking card just to say i I have it. For example people paying ridiculous money for 52 topps mick with borders cut off or looking like it went through a washing machine

[@Bluejacket66]

Ya I don’t understand the attraction to owning a real beater but to each their own

[@jacklorenz5095]

Those 3 PSA graded Ruth's look like crap in those ugly baggie holders. Reslab.

[@Bluejacket66]

Uhhhh thanks🙄