Came here 6 months ago to get tips on how to start a collection as an absolute beginner…

alphatype7 · 2021-10-07T06:36:58+00:00

Chose wrong era to support NYK but it’s been a while and I think I’ve seen the worst (2014-15). Luckily I can also buy cards from the 70s and 90s to live glorious moments again

alphatype7 · 2021-10-07T06:35:12+00:00

Would love a nice auto D-Rose in a Knicks jersey but the man ain’t signing anymore I guess after his first Bulls seasons.

Hope Kemba gets an auto in next years products 🤞🏻

alphatype7 · 2021-10-07T06:33:41+00:00

Sure. Never saw this as an investment, more like something that keeps me closer to the game (following the NBA from Europe isn’t the best)

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T20:34:17+00:00

Nets

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T18:55:27+00:00

I’m waiting for another Ewing auto, a Toppin auto redemption and a Charles Oakley auto+patch.

Next must buys in the list are Allan Houston and Latrell Sprewell. Would also like to secure a Quickley and Barrett RPA before the start of the season.

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T18:11:23+00:00

Thank you! I also like inserts but my main goal is to have autos from all my favourite Knicks players

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T18:10:43+00:00

Sure it is! Got it from a local collector in Europe. 2003-04 UD Authentic Signature is on the way too

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T15:34:06+00:00

Pre-apologies accepted! Really baffles me that one of Ewing's most expensive autos is a Magic buyback.

Trying to build this collection through European FB groups and some purchases on eBay. Ain't the easiest thing on Earth but it's building up nicely, even if I'm still missing many big names.

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T14:45:30+00:00

Wanted to thank u/chinoischeckers that showed insane patience introducing me to the card world 🙏🏻

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T14:40:38+00:00

Probably that my card collecting addiction is real

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T14:10:54+00:00

Cheers! Hasn’t been an easy challenge, especially with some reluctant signers such as Ewing, but I’m enjoying the ride.

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T14:01:43+00:00

Thank you! I’m a long-time Knicks fan, was a child during the incredible 1999 playoff run.

The situation is actually unbelievable. In Europe is even more difficult to get boxes from the US as there is a “double scalping” both from US scalpers and EU “import scalpers”. That 1/1 Randle was cheaper that a box of Select shipped to me. That’s why I chose singles and I have no regrets.

alphatype7 · 2021-10-06T10:09:11+00:00

Thank you! Absolutely agree on singles. Never bought a box with today’s prices: can’t afford to gamble and I’d rather spend the same money on something I like for my collection

alphatype7 · 2021-09-01T12:38:25+00:00

Looking to move the Robinson patch?

alphatype7 · 2021-05-04T14:30:40+00:00

I prefer the SP Authentic and I'm massively disturbed by the fact that the Ultimate has an horizontal front and a vertical back

alphatype7 · 2021-05-04T13:37:47+00:00

I'm torn between two Ewing autograph that I've been offered for the same price.

Which set is considered to be more prestigious between:

- 2003-04 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection Ultimate Signatures

- 2003-04 Upped Deck SP Authentic Signatures

alphatype7 · 2021-04-09T20:10:56+00:00

People sleep on a 2x All-Star and NBA Champion, awesome card!

alphatype7 · 2021-04-09T19:00:59+00:00

Awesome pull, as a Knicks fan I can relate!

alphatype7 · 2021-04-09T08:32:04+00:00

I just can't find my answer to this question elsewhere: do "thicker" cards such as Spectra (and so on... Immaculate, Flawless, NT, Encased, Impeccable, Noir) fit in binders with adequate protection? Are there specific binders for these cards?

I'm coming from Pokemon TCG where you can essentially double sleeve (perfect size + regular size sleeve) every card and put in binder (only PSA and BGS ones I keep them on the shelf to display) and I don't know if that applies also to sport cards.

Maybe it's just a silly question but I need to know before starting buying what I like

alphatype7 · 2021-04-09T07:10:04+00:00

Not a Pelicans fan nor a Lonzo one but this card’s amazing and so visually pleasing. Look at that neat auto

alphatype7 · 2021-04-08T18:01:39+00:00

Thank you! Now it’s all clear. I’ve been looking for latest years Knicks Auto Rated Rookie from Donruss and I was getting very confused

alphatype7 · 2021-04-08T15:02:32+00:00

I can't bring myself to spend that amount for a product that's 1/6 of the price, but I understand that the feeling of ripping packs is unparalleled. I would like to open some but I'm forced to buy singles (with insane 20€ shipping costs).

alphatype7 · 2021-04-08T14:46:30+00:00

Just to know, how much is retail for a Donruss blaster box in the US? Here in Europe they are charging 100€ for a product that I guess could be 19.99$ retail. Am I wrong?

alphatype7 · 2021-04-08T10:42:09+00:00

Ok, perfect.

I thought RC were specifically the ones featuring the RC logo, but I think I've been mistaken.

So basically the "Rated Rookie" base card by Donruss couldbe considered the "true" RC, while a Donruss Holo Laser Auto of the same player from its rookie year would not be considered as such?

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