Let's see your favorite pickups from The National in Chicago!

[Scott Garner]

I just returned yesterday from The National in Chicago.

I had an opportunity to spend a bit of time with several of the folks from net54.
Chris, Mark, Ben, Phil, Jimmy, Graig, Rhys and Leon, it was great getting to get a chance to hang with all of you!

Overall, my two days in Chicago were terrific and I managed to actually find a few great collectibles. Here is one that I added to my advanced Vander Meer collection:

This is an extremely rare pennant that depicts Vandy. Most likely this was sold at the 1938 All Star game at Crosley and/or the summer of 1938. It's medium in size, but I don't have it in hand so I can't give dimensions yet. Many thanks to net54's Chris Gamble for letting me add this to my collection.

I hope you all had a terrific time as well. Please join in and share some of your favorite pickups!

[sayhey24]

Scott that is one sweet pennant -- it's about time we see a piece of memorabilia from The National!

What are your plans for display -- do you frame it tight to cover up some of the border damage, do you put it inside a mat, or have it "floating"?

Also, do you have most of your Vander Meer material displayed together? Would love to see some photos of that!

Great pickup!


Greg

[Scott Garner]

Originally Posted by sayhey24

Scott that is one sweet pennant -- it's about time we see a piece of memorabilia from The National!

What are your plans for display -- do you frame it tight to cover up some of the border damage, do you put it inside a mat, or have it "floating"?

Also, do you have most of your Vander Meer material displayed together? Would love to see some photos of that!

Great pickup!


Greg

Thanks Greg!
As to your Q, I don't have any plans to hide any of the border damage because I kind of dig the vintage look. I most likely will frame it, but I'm definitely open to possible suggestions from anyone that's willing to offer.

As for my Vander Meer collection, my long term plan is to have one display case exclusively dedicated to Vandy in 1938. BTW, I love to display some of my favorite collectibles in an eclectic fashion, but at the same time have a central theme that has meaning (at least to me) LOL...

Here is a mini-shrine dedicated to the 1938 Vandy/ Lombardi double no-hit battery that I currently have in one of my display cases. I have a mini-bat of both Vander Meer and Ernie Lombardi, signed vintage cards of both as well as a game ball that was pitched by Vander Meer in a random game in 1938. The ball was fouled into the stands, but makes for a neat display.

[mjkm90]

I had a wonderful time at the National with all the usual suspects. Spirits were high and I enjoyed spending most of my time with Mark Steinberg (perezfan), Ryan Sims, and Carlton of course. I was really hoping to add a few Cubs and Tigers pinbacks, but I didn't find anything out of the ordinary. There were a lot of pins, pennants, and equipment, but not much in the way of figurals (bobble heads excluded). Here are my pickups.

It was a pretty good show for pennants. I was looking for a DiMaggio and Ryan found this honey for me on day one. It is in terrific condition with a couple tack holes, but a nice tip and tone.


The next pennant is a design I have seen before, but never with a the little flag near the tip reading 1948. The condition is NrMint.


This is my pickup of the show. Any time you can add a pennant that Mark Steinberg and Dave Bushing have never seen before, you know you have something special. The purple felt on this honey is super heavy and soft and the image of the Tiger is fantastic. Probably late 40s early 50s and in outstanding condition...I love it!!!



We had a great time visiting the fantastic offerings of the three Bills at the National. They never fail to bring great items, fair pricing, and wonderful conversation. These are the experiences that make this hobby great. I added two Victors this year...one horizontal (very rare) and a vertical.



My last pickup of the show was a piece I have seen and loved, but never purchased. When I saw the magnificent NrMt condition of this Al Simmons cigar box I couldn't resist. The images are perfect, the hinge is undamaged, and the price was right on.

[billyb]

Mike,
I really like that 1948 Tigers pennant, great condition, nice pickup.

[perezfan]

I'll post photos of my pickups when I have more time...

Barry Larkin and Jim Maloney Game-used Caps
Killer 1940s Silver Reds Pitcher
1940s Reds Burger Beer Ad Sign
Early '60s SD Padres Team Photo Insert with early photo of Perez and other future Reds (thanks Chris!)
1961 Reds Pocket Scedule on Die-cut Hudepohl Beer Can
1930s Reds Pennant (MINT)
1940s Tigers Banner (MINT)
Turn of the Century Lemon-Handled Bat (with many thanks to the Bills for their generosity!)
1940s Game Used White Sox Cap of Floyd Baker- Beauty

First and foremost wanted to say that the best part of the National was meeting with fellow collectors... many for the first time, including Chris G, Scott G, Tony C, and Greg L. It was also great to have a night out with Chicago's version of "The Wolfpack"... Mike, Ryan, and Carlton (although no Vegas, and no Hangover). It took some GPS-ing, bickering and U-turns, but we stumbled onto a great Italian hole-in-the-wall.

I would grade this National about a "5" in terms of its memorabilia content, but a "10" for the enjoyment factor and camaraderie.

[perezfan]

Scott:
Great Vandy Pennant, and same for the other incredible piece you showed me (which almost made me miss my flight- but worth it!)

Chris:
Awesome Crosley Sign... Where did you find that one? Also, please be sure to post a photo of the Reds Pennant, after you unveil it without the picture. That's an insanely rare one underneath, and a great find. Sweet pickups!

Mike:
Nice going... now Mike E. needs to release a "Volume 3" of his Pennant Guide. I bet he's equally thrilled about your amazing find!

[batsballsbases]

Mark+ Mike,
Looks like you boys had some fun! Missed this one this year and Mark post some pics when you get a chance!Mike what no pins!!!!!! Great pennants! Have fun!

[yanks12025]

Originally Posted by perezfan

I'll post photos of my pickups when I have more time...

Barry Larkin and Jim Maloney Game-used Caps
Killer 1940s Silver Reds Pitcher
1940s Reds Burger Beer Ad Sign
Early '60s SD Padres Team Photo Insert with early photo of Perez and other future Reds (thanks Chris!)
1961 Reds Pocket Scedule on Die-cut Hudepohl Beer Can
1930s Reds Pennant (MINT)
1940s Tigers Banner (MINT)
Turn of the Century Lemon-Handled Bat (with many thanks to the Bills for their generosity!)
1940s Game Used White Sox Cap of Floyd Baker- Beauty

First and foremost wanted to say that the best part of the National was meeting with fellow collectors... many for the first time, including Chris G, Scott G, Tony C, and Greg L. It was also great to have a night out with Chicago's version of "The Wolfpack"... Mike, Ryan, and Carlton (although no Vegas, and no Hangover). It took some GPS-ing, bickering and U-turns, but we stumbled onto a great Italian hole-in-the-wall.

I would grade this National about a "5" in terms of its memorabilia content, but a "10" for the enjoyment factor and camaraderie.

Brandon, Ben, Phil, graig and I almost had hangover moments last night. Good times

[CarltonHendricks]

Originally Posted by perezfan

First and foremost wanted to say that the best part of the National was meeting with fellow collectors... many for the first time, including Chris G, Scott G, Tony C, and Greg L. It was also great to have a night out with Chicago's version of "The Wolfpack"... Mike, Ryan, and Carlton (although no Vegas, and no Hangover). It took some GPS-ing, bickering and U-turns, but we stumbled onto a great Italian hole-in-the-wall.

I would grade this National about a "5" in terms of its memorabilia content, but a "10" for the enjoyment factor and camaraderie.

[Bumpus Jones]

Thanks, Scott. It was nice to finally meet you and Mark as well.

Here are some items I picked up...


The sign is double sided, has a porcelain finish and hung on the seat railings at old Crosley Field.

[Danny Smith]

Great pick ups!

[Forever Young]

Originally Posted by Scott Garner

I just returned yesterday from The National in Chicago.

I had an opportunity to spend a bit of time with several of the folks from net54.
Chris, Mark, Ben, Phil, Jimmy, Graig, Rhys and Leon, it was great getting to get a chance to hang with all of you!

Overall, my two days in Chicago were terrific and I managed to actually find a few great collectibles. Here is one that I added to my advanced Vander Meer collection:

This is an extremely rare pennant that depicts Vandy. Most likely this was sold at the 1938 All Star game at Crosley and/or the summer of 1938. It's medium in size, but I don't have it in hand so I can't give dimensions yet. Many thanks to net54's Chris Gamble for letting me add this to my collection.

I hope you all had a terrific time as well. Please join in and share some of your favorite pickups!

I was able to see this beauty in person. It was great seeing you again Scott. See you next year..remember.. watermarks

Originally Posted by Runscott

Brock, Brandon, Ben, Phil, Graig - It was great meeting all of you guys - sorry I couldn't continue into the post-Net54 dinner partying, but I got hammered the night before and don't have the stamina of you young guys.

Ben - the two photos you picked up are amazing. I came home with only two very inexpensive pennants for tacking on the man-cave wall.

Mark and Scott - I'm very sorry we didn't run into each other. Possibly we did and I was too hungover or malnourished to remember?

Thank you Scott.. it was great meeting you in person. I need to get me some of those fancy running sandles. Looking forward to future photo convos!

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Below are a few of my other TYPE 1 PHOTO pickups. These are done with IPHONE so they do not do them justice but still purdy purdy I must say.

1) ROOKIE TED WILLIAMS(1939) BEFORE he was #9. SUPER RARE #5 shot. NEVER SEEN THIS TYPE 1 BEFORE





2) PRE-ROOKIE TED WILLIAMS (1939)-NEVER SEEN THIS TYPE 1 BEFORE EITHER. BEAUTIFUL AND RARE SHOT OF AN EARLY, ROOKIE TEDDY AT SPRING TRAINING.





3) SAME RICE FAMOUS GAME OF "CATCHING" THE BALL DURING THE 1925 WS. HE IS SHOWING MCGRAW HOW HE "DID IT".

[PhilNap]

Originally Posted by Scott Garner

Chris, Mark, Ben, Phil, Jimmy, Graig, Rhys and Leon, it was great getting to get a chance to hang with all of you!

You too Scott. Great to meet you.

Originally Posted by yanks12025

Brandon, Ben, Phil, graig and I almost had hangover moments last night. Good times

Definitely an interesting night. Fun stuff!!

Originally Posted by Runscott

Brock, Brandon, Ben, Phil, Graig - It was great meeting all of you guys - sorry I couldn't continue into the post-Net54 dinner partying, but I got hammered the night before and don't have the stamina of you young guys.

Good meeting you too. PM a number ($) on the Morehart piece we discussed.