I overpaid a lot on my 63 set. I got great deals on lots at the beginning but when you start to buy individual cards it gets pricey. If you buy on eBay the shipping kills you on a common or two that are in VGEX condition. The high numbers kill you. And buying at a show was no bargain either. I think I bought the Torre for 30% under "book price" and then saw another later on at the same show on a table that was 5 for $20. I see this a lot at shows - there are deals to be had and usually its at the disorganized tables where you can spend hours sorting through piles. Versus going to a guy that has them all in number order and you pluck your needs and overpay for convenience.
I have done great on some raw cards
I got a 58 Mantle for $90 that graded a 2.5
I got a Yaz RC for $25 that graded a 5
I have some other raw to graded success versus only a couple of duds (3 altered cards that didn't cost much to start with).
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