1967 - The long journey to 609

[clydepepper]

Originally Posted by blackandgold

Hello all,
After a 30+ year slog, I recently finished my 1967 set. I started out in the early 80's with one card, #600 Brooks Robinson (not sure how it was just that card), and then saw an article in BHN about how nice the set was, so I decided to work on it.

I bought some common lots, made some trades through the mail, and bought a few at local shows, but it was very slow going. I got the Mantle about a year and a half ago to fill out 1 - 533, but still only had a few of the high numbers. I picked up a few here and there, but it seemed like I was never going to make it.

Then, a few tremendous members here helped me out big time! I need to thank:
Robert (rsdill2) - 3 cards
Pat (mintacular) - 4 cards
Todd (bbcard1) - 29 cards

Long story short, this summer, I found myself needing just one card. You guessed it, Mr. Seaver. Well, after losing tons of auctions, and striking out on the BST, lady luck finally looked my way.

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It was a great feeling to get that package and finally put this one to bed.

I just want to say, this board, and it's members are great. The wealth of information that I found on here regarding the high numbers in this set was a tremendous help.

Congratulations Bob or Roy or Sam or Leonard or whatever your name is...

[JollyElm]

Congrats. (You don't happen to have an extra #580 Colavito to trade, do ya?)

[blackandgold]

Originally Posted by JollyElm

Congrats. (You don't happen to have an extra #580 Colavito to trade, do ya?)

Sorry Darren, I had to track that one down myself.
Matt

[blackandgold]

Originally Posted by clydepepper

Congratulations Bob or Roy or Sam or Leonard or whatever your name is...

Thanks everyone! And Raymond, my name is Matt. I guess I should have put that somewhere.

[Baseballcrazy62]

Congrats on completing that set. One of my favorites from the 60’s.

[bobsbbcards]

Congratulations, Matt! 1967 is my favorite set, so I understand your elation. My last card (the first time I completed it) was Mike Shannon.

[jchcollins]

Cool story, thanks for sharing. Gives me some encouragement, as I've recently decided to go for the whole '67 set myself. Right now I have a few high numbers (including Brooks), Clemente, Banks, and some other odds and ends. I will probably try to start working on the low number commons in earnest around Christmas time with some ebay lots.

[Bigdaddy]

Nice. Sixty-seven is a great set and certainly gives you a feeling of accomplishment when you've finally slayed the dragon.

At 30+ years though, you might want to speed up a bit on the next set.