Just some random ramblings.....
2005 Diamond Kings Craig Wilson 1/1 Auto
You ever think about why you like certain sets so much? The obvious answer is that the set has an appealing design. Universally loved sets like Stadium Club come to mind. These are the sets that we all talk about at length.
Since I'm not much of a set collector I usually judge sets by checklists. A set may be a little on the ugly side, but if it features a first time auto of a Pirate I'm going to pull the trigger. I think a lot of this stems from collecting the Pirates in the late 90's through the mid 2000's when companies would barely pay attention to the Pirate roster. When a set gave some love to the Pirates I was instantly hooked. Such was the case with the mid 2000's DK sets.
My head about exploded when the likes of Craig Wilson signed for the set. This card showed up on eBay a couple months back and I knew I had to have it. Thankfully the bidding stayed reasonable. If memory serves me correct the final price fell right around the $10 mark.
To this day I still have a habit of checking every new releases checklist for new Pirates. While I love guys like Cutch and Cole, seeing someone like Craig Wilson featured is more fun for me. The obscure cards tell better stories!
Thanks for reading!
Jeez, $10 for a 1/1 auto from a set as nice as Diamond Kings? Even considering it's a sticker auto of a guy like Wilson, that's still a great deal!
ReplyDeleteI was thrilled with the price. Finding low numbered cards from guys like Wilson is starting to become quite the chore.
DeleteI didn't know there were autos from this set. Very cool!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah! Lot's of cool stuff.
DeleteMy trade box is overflowing with Pirates cards. tonyburbs at gmail.com if you'd like to trade.
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DeleteI agree totally. For player collectors, the obscure guys are much more fun to pull. It's the reason I started my blog. Ended up with a 55 Dick Schofield in a trade and thought, "wow this guy played a long time", mistaking him for his son. That's when I really became interested in the stories that go along with the lesser known players. Don't get me wrong, HOFers are an awesome pull, but any time you can add an auto of a guy you didn't have, it's a good day.
ReplyDeleteI agree! I think that is why I like Update so much. Every year it is full of short stay Pirates like Joe Blanton and Justin Morneau. I love going back and looking at cards and thinking, man I don't even remember this guy playing for the Buccos.
DeleteCaught up? Dang we have got to do something about that. I am currently whatever the exact opposite of caught up is.
ReplyDeleteJust in showing trade packages. That is not necessarily a good thing, but it had been a while. When it comes to every other aspect of my collection I'm still very much behind.
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