Seeking sage advice

[Puckettfan]

Originally Posted by Brian Van Horn

What is your budget and which of these players do you like most?

Good question. I like all of them but I guess I'd have to give the emotional nod to Clemente because he seemed like such a solid dude.

[terjung]

If you are considering a Goudey Gehrig, may I suggest the 1934 Goudey #37 instead of the 1933 Goudeys #92 (or #160)?

[Bruinsfan94]

A nice Wagner is always cool. Can't go wrong with a 51 Bowman Mays either.

[Timbegs]

There's a guy in the BST section with a PSA 8 (MC) 51 Bowman Mantle for 12,500.

I'll take PayPal for my 10% finders fee

[brianp-beme]

Originally Posted by Puckettfan

Good question. I like all of them but I guess I'd have to give the emotional nod to Clemente because he seemed like such a solid dude.

Definitely if you are feeling the tug in that direction, go for the Clemente. You can't go wrong with any of these, but with the same list I would be leaning toward the Gehrig or the Wagner.

My advice would be to go with your lean.

Brian

[Aquarian Sports Cards]

goes great in stuffing, but don't overdo it or it winds up tasting too herbaceous.

[Billy5858]

Originally Posted by aquarian sports cards

goes great in stuffing, but don't overdo it or it winds up tasting too herbaceous.

+1. 😜

[gregr2]

Originally Posted by Aquarian Sports Cards

goes great in stuffing, but don't overdo it or it winds up tasting too herbaceous.

Best answer I've read on here in a while!! Well done!! Looking for the clapping emoji!!

[clydepepper]

Historically, Mantle holds more value, but since this is a 'luxury pick', go after player you like the most.

[Enfuego]

Just like the rest, go with who you like most, indeed these are great additions, but IMO I would go with "which player do I have a bigger PC of"?

Hope this helps.

[glynparson]

would bring you the most pleasure in owning.

[Sean]

Also consider which card you can show off to your friends. My big card is a T206 Plank, and I can't remember the last time I showed it to a friend without having to explain who Eddie Plank was and why his card is important.

[Billy5858]

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[KMayUSA6060]

In no particular order, I'd pick from one of these 3...

Mantle, Wagner, Gehrig.

Without knowing your budget - please don't feel any pressure to share because that's not something the public needs to know - it's hard to answer this question. Knowing the budget would help me know what condition of each card you could afford. I wouldn't throw the money away on a crappy '51 Bowman Mantle with paperloss, creasing, etc., when you could take the same amount of money, if not less, and get a nice Wagner or Gehrig.

Happy hunting!

[Puckettfan]

Originally Posted by KMayUSA6060

In no particular order, I'd pick from one of these 3...

Mantle, Wagner, Gehrig.

Without knowing your budget - please don't feel any pressure to share because that's not something the public needs to know - it's hard to answer this question. Knowing the budget would help me know what condition of each card you could afford. I wouldn't throw the money away on a crappy '51 Bowman Mantle with paperloss, creasing, etc., when you could take the same amount of money, if not less, and get a nice Wagner or Gehrig.

Happy hunting!

This is very helpful! This is the line of thought I was looking to probe. Yes, all of these cards vary widely in grade/cost. Are you saying that regardless of budget, the best way to approach this is: "even though the Mantle is the highest profile it may be better to go with another if the only grade of the mantle is lower end."

[frankbmd]

Every time I get a bundle of cash, soliciting advice on how to spend it from strangers on the internet that don't have a bundle of cash isn't my first inclination.

[Puckettfan]

Originally Posted by frankbmd

Every time I get a bundle of cash, soliciting advice on how to spend it from strangers on the internet that don't have a bundle of cash isn't my first inclination.

This wasn't my first inclination Just looking for some advice from folks of all stripes who share similar interests

[gemmint77]

Great list of cards!! I personally would go with the 51 Bowman Mantle Rookie. Please share when you make your decision. Good Luck