[Eric72]

I started in 1977, although I may have had a single pack in 1976.

I never really stopped; however, these days it's just the occasional pack or two.

My main focus is picking up T206 and 1952-80 Topps, so singles are definitely the way to go. Buying packs (or boxes) for fun is fine when they're current year or recent products. Opening 42+ year old wax is a gamble that's much too expensive for my taste.