June pickup thread

[perezfan]

Both fantastic... especially that sign!

Do any of those Descente Jerseys still have the original name on back? I have never been able to find one that's all-original. The Pirates must've sent everything down to the minors during that era. Is the same true for your Tanner?

Great stuff!

[mrozie21]

Originally Posted by perezfan

Both fantastic... especially that sign!

Do any of those Descente Jerseys still have the original name on back? I have never been able to find one that's all-original. The Pirates must've sent everything down to the minors during that era. Is the same true for your Tanner?

Great stuff!

Thanks! The Tanner has the nameplate was removed. I do have a 1979 Madlock that has the original nameplate still on it. Every other jersey from this era seemed to have the nameplates removed for the minors.

[perezfan]

That's great... such a classic and killer Uni.

[ooo-ribay]

Last month, maybe, I picked up a rare lighter. I got it after a lot of back and forth with the seller. Here's a quote from his email to me:


Consider the following:

1. Probability of you finding this lighter in unused condition is 0%
2. Probably of you finding this lighter in next 3 years given the fact this was a regional giveaway is 10%
3. Probability I will reduce my offer from$400 to $225 to make you feel like you are getting a deal is 0%.
4. Probability you can buy lighter today at $250 is 100%.

Well, guess what? My zero and 10% chances hit 100%. I got another, in absolutely brand new condition for less money. I've sold the one I got last month at a loss but I'm still happy with the price of the new one, even considering the loss.

[Fredskinz]

Been eyeing this for a while and the guy finally decided to let it go. Glenn Davis All America Board of Football certificate from his Heisman season of 1946. Signed by Jeff Cravath (d. 1953), Ray Eliot (d. 1980), Christy Walsh (d. 1955), Bernie Bierman (d. 1977), Glenn “Pop” Warner (d. 1954) and Andy Kerr (d. 1969).

[doug.goodman]

Originally Posted by ooo-ribay

Last month, maybe, I picked up a rare lighter. I got it after a lot of back and forth with the seller. Here's a quote from his email to me:


Consider the following:

1. Probability of you finding this lighter in unused condition is 0%
2. Probably of you finding this lighter in next 3 years given the fact this was a regional giveaway is 10%
3. Probability I will reduce my offer from$400 to $225 to make you feel like you are getting a deal is 0%.
4. Probability you can buy lighter today at $250 is 100%.

Well, guess what? My zero and 10% chances hit 100%. I got another, in absolutely brand new condition for less money. I've sold the one I got last month at a loss but I'm still happy with the price of the new one, even considering the loss.

Nice!

Unless an item is actually unique there is ALWAYS another one out there somewhere. The chase is the fun part, the catch is great, and then it's on to the next one.

[baseball tourist]

Having a great month!

Added a PCL 1960’s Vancouver Mounties game cap this week. Attributed to (and signed by) Ossie Chavarria

Osvaldo Chavarría Quijano (born August 5, 1937, Colón, Panama) is a former Major League Baseball player. When he made his major league debut with the Kansas City Athletics on April 14, 1966, he became the thirteenth Panamanian born baseball player to make it to the majors.

Chavarría lied about his age, claiming to have been born in 1940 when he originally signed as an amateur free agent with the Chicago Cubs in 1959. After one season with the Cubs organization, he was acquired by the A's in a minor league transaction prior to the 1960 season. He made his major league debut in left field against the Minnesota Twins at Metropolitan Stadium, and was held hitless by Jim Kaat in four at-bats. Over his two major league seasons, Chavarría also played first, second, third base and shortstop.

Chavarría was still with the Athletics organization when they moved to Oakland, California prior to the start of the 1968 season. He was traded to the New York Yankees with Danny Cater for Al Downing and Frank Fernández prior to the start of the 1970 season. After two seasons with the Yankees' International League affiliate, the Syracuse Chiefs, Chavarría was dealt to Mexico City Tigers of the Mexican League for Celerino Sanchez.

After retiring as a player, Chavarría became an umpire. He worked in the minor leagues, including the Northwest League, and college games. He has also umpired numerous international events, including the 1992 Olympics, the Baseball World Cup, Pan American Games and Intercontinental C

[seattlerainiers]

Originally Posted by baseball tourist

Having a great month!

Added a PCL 1960’s Vancouver Mounties game cap this week. Attributed to (and signed by) Ossie Chavarria

Osvaldo Chavarría Quijano (born August 5, 1937, Colón, Panama) is a former Major League Baseball player. When he made his major league debut with the Kansas City Athletics on April 14, 1966, he became the thirteenth Panamanian born baseball player to make it to the majors.

Chavarría lied about his age, claiming to have been born in 1940 when he originally signed as an amateur free agent with the Chicago Cubs in 1959. After one season with the Cubs organization, he was acquired by the A's in a minor league transaction prior to the 1960 season. He made his major league debut in left field against the Minnesota Twins at Metropolitan Stadium, and was held hitless by Jim Kaat in four at-bats. Over his two major league seasons, Chavarría also played first, second, third base and shortstop.

Chavarría was still with the Athletics organization when they moved to Oakland, California prior to the start of the 1968 season. He was traded to the New York Yankees with Danny Cater for Al Downing and Frank Fernández prior to the start of the 1970 season. After two seasons with the Yankees' International League affiliate, the Syracuse Chiefs, Chavarría was dealt to Mexico City Tigers of the Mexican League for Celerino Sanchez.

After retiring as a player, Chavarría became an umpire. He worked in the minor leagues, including the Northwest League, and college games. He has also umpired numerous international events, including the 1992 Olympics, the Baseball World Cup, Pan American Games and Intercontinental C

Great Ossie cap, Chris. Congrats!

[seattlerainiers]

Originally Posted by baseball tourist

Having a great month!

Added a PCL 1960’s Vancouver Mounties game cap this week. Attributed to (and signed by) Ossie Chavarria

Osvaldo Chavarría Quijano (born August 5, 1937, Colón, Panama) is a former Major League Baseball player. When he made his major league debut with the Kansas City Athletics on April 14, 1966, he became the thirteenth Panamanian born baseball player to make it to the majors.

Chavarría lied about his age, claiming to have been born in 1940 when he originally signed as an amateur free agent with the Chicago Cubs in 1959. After one season with the Cubs organization, he was acquired by the A's in a minor league transaction prior to the 1960 season. He made his major league debut in left field against the Minnesota Twins at Metropolitan Stadium, and was held hitless by Jim Kaat in four at-bats. Over his two major league seasons, Chavarría also played first, second, third base and shortstop.

Chavarría was still with the Athletics organization when they moved to Oakland, California prior to the start of the 1968 season. He was traded to the New York Yankees with Danny Cater for Al Downing and Frank Fernández prior to the start of the 1970 season. After two seasons with the Yankees' International League affiliate, the Syracuse Chiefs, Chavarría was dealt to Mexico City Tigers of the Mexican League for Celerino Sanchez.

After retiring as a player, Chavarría became an umpire. He worked in the minor leagues, including the Northwest League, and college games. He has also umpired numerous international events, including the 1992 Olympics, the Baseball World Cup, Pan American Games and Intercontinental C

Great Ossie cap, Chris. Congrats!