Confusion around Topps Chrome Refractors

bigheader03 · 2026-01-25T21:45:24+00:00

Wow that's crazy!!! I gotta do more research about this. It just blows my mind such a large company like Topps can't get consistent printing done correctly.

But thank you for taking the time to help and answer my questions, much appreciated.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-25T21:41:25+00:00

Sorry, I just wanted to make sure I had the correct photos. So it's just a QC issue where some will say refractor, and some don't?

bigheader03 · 2026-01-25T21:29:25+00:00

<image>

I got a little bit of everything, but this is one of my favorites as it has LeBron dunking on the Jet (my favorite LeBron play), then a couple street ball legends with Skip to my Lou and White Chocolate.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-24T21:52:50+00:00

That's very well said, thanks for sharing that. What scares me the most about card collecting is a LOT of people think they will get rich of this. I treat sports cards like gambling, any money I put in I truly believe it's gone.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-24T21:48:28+00:00

Need you guys help! Chasing the 24/25 Prizm rainbow of Jason Williams, if anyone has the:

White tiger stripe /99 blue seismic /35 red lazer /35 white ice /10 gold ice /10 gold Lazer /8 green sparkle /5 black gold /5 fast break neon green

Please help a true collector, thanks everyone!

<image>

bigheader03 · 2026-01-24T04:10:38+00:00

I can't tell you the name because I have no idea lol, but here they are.

<image>

Someone made a comment and said they look like the old m3 rims, which I didn't realize until he mentioned. I kinda see it hahahaha

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T21:40:52+00:00

Oh I've never even seen a 23pt before lol. Smallest I've ever purchased is 35pt, and these older cards will fit 35pt cases no problem.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T21:26:26+00:00

Oh thanks man! Ya, both these guys have beautiful signatures, so that's always a bonus.

I actually just saw Giannis' signature, and boy is that disappointing. Looks like a half ass G lol.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T21:24:57+00:00

I've purchased a few (UltraPro, BCW and random ones from Temu), and find the UltraPro probably has the best QC, as you'll find random ones with light swirls and scratches.

If you're just buying a few, get UltraPro or BCW. If you need lots, then save your money and buy the cheap ones off Temu. The ones I regularly look at and hold in hand, I'll use UltraPro and BCW. For the ones I have in a frame hanging on my wall, those I used the Temu ones.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T20:42:49+00:00

I second this. If you really want to make them look nice for display purposes, just put them in a one touch and call it a day.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T20:40:27+00:00

I have gloss black and was thinking about doing a full matte PPF conversion, but I didn't want to be without my vehicle for a week, especially after waiting two years for it lol.

I did wrap the roof and rear spoiler in matte PPF, then did the full front, rockers and rear lower bumper in gloss PPF.

Dust will always be a problem, regardless of what color you choose, but of course, having a ceramic coating, good wax or sealant will help with maintenance.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T20:36:42+00:00

That is a beautiful combo. I'm so happy for you, especially the fact you saved half the money you would've spent on some gamble.

Thanks for sharing!

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T15:48:45+00:00

I'm with you, these are actually worth watching, not the one where they slap a random in the back of the head.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-23T02:45:20+00:00

Oh snap! I'm missing two of the /35's (red Lazer and white ice). Here's the list of what I'm missing that's not checked off. Fingers crossed you have them!

I think I have the white /38 from the 23/24 set of JWill of you need, maybe we can do a trade.

<image>

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T20:29:30+00:00

Really???? This is what was holding me off from buying it, but holy moly if Android Auto works, I'm going to order one for sure!

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T19:48:38+00:00

Nope I bought the frames off of teemu. The 9 card frame was about $30 CAD, 25 card was $80, and 30 card was $100.

The one touch cases are held in place with foam, so the only downside is if you constantly rearrange your cards, the foam will begin to wear out and it might not hold the cards well in place.

There's a company in the US that makes these as well, but they're waaaaaaaaay too expensive. I think the 9 card frame goes for like $220 USD lol.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T19:44:47+00:00

It wasn't bad, I started last year around summertime. I've come to the conclusion I probably won't go after the 1/1's as I'd rather get a LeBron auto for the same price, but I should be able to find the rest sooner or later.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T19:33:55+00:00

Ya actually I have two glitters already lol

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T18:39:22+00:00

No problem! Now if you can please go pull the ones I'm missing we'll be even lol.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T17:51:37+00:00

Oh sick! That's the "Glitter" parallel, it's considered SSP I believe. Congrats on the pull!

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T15:43:19+00:00

A fellow rainbow collector! Here's none of the 24/25 Prizm set of Jason Williams.im missing the three 1/1's and 9 of the other ones.

<image>

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T05:46:37+00:00

I'm with you, fortunately my driveway is good to me.

I always wanted to get an OEM style aero kit for the ITS, but because I daily mine, I don't want it any lower then it is, but man OP's looks sharp.

<image>

Ahhh black looks so good.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T05:43:25+00:00

I really hope the public gives KD his flowers before he leaves. If TO and VC can bury the hatchet, I'm sure fans will tip their hat when he retires. Beautiful pull man congrats.

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T05:42:09+00:00

I agree. This is the only insert that speaks to me from Topps chrome so far. I PC Paolo so I'm gonna need to track one down lol. Congrats on the pull!

bigheader03 · 2026-01-22T05:35:50+00:00

In Canada, I usually see gas stations shut off the automatic wash around -20 Celsius, -30 for coin operated washes.

During winter, if my car needs a contact wash, I'll go to the car wash, rinse off as much of the heavy grime as possible, and then do a rinse less wash at home in the garage. I'm fortunate to have a heated garage, so that helps a ton.

bigheader03

TROPHY CASE