Is this a steal of one of the poorest quality sets ever made?

[tpeichel]

Actually, i was very surprised this went so low. Even with the very low quality of the set, the last 1983 set I saw at auction went for $100+. Chalk it up to a poor auction title I guess.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1983-1984-A...D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

 

[Will Style 13]

Wow that did go extremely low. Is this the worst production quality in a modern day set?

 

[tpeichel]

Wow that did go extremely low. Is this the worst production quality in a modern day set?

I think so. The quality of most of the other unlicensed sets of that era were surprisingly good.

 

[Boo Radley]

Interesting. I've never heard of those sets. How were they distributed?

Arthur

 

[Hendersonfan]

Helluva deal!

This notice is required by law.

 

[aupt]

They were "distributed" by direct sales to collectors at shows and in ads in some of the hobby papers. They are unlicensed and give "broders" a bad name.

 

[tpeichel]

Interesting. I've never heard of those sets. How were they distributed?

Arthur

They were supposedly distribute in Ajax Dog Food, but I have my doubts that the company even exists. I think it was some dude in his basement in Minnesota who was fond of Twins rookies since Hrbek made it into the 1983 and Lenny Faedo was in the 1984.

I think we had a thread on these a while back, but here's some up close scans of these beauties.

1983


1984

 

[Hendersonfan]

Rickey may need a home. Post in the thread and ask. I know I have one and so does Brad. Not sure about everyone else.

 

[henderson939]

The Rickey used to bring some decent coin.

 

[Austin]

1984
View attachment 28898

Why is Mookie Wilson on Darryl Strawberry's card?
Strawberry was one of the most recognizable players in the game. How'd they screw that up?

 

[tpeichel]

Why is Mookie Wilson on Darryl Strawberry's card?
Strawberry was one of the most recognizable players in the game. How'd they screw that up?

Not sure, but they actually corrected it.

 

[bobthewondercat77]

Wow this set is awesome in that terrible '82 Fleer way. Would love to get some of these, anyone with extras PM me, just the kind of crap I like

 

[mrmopar]

Reminds me of the California All-Stars Big Apple card co. I bought several sets back in the day because Garvey was in it. I have seen people battling for them, most likely for Will clark, pushing set or single prices into triple digits! In fact, there is a Clark listed now for a crazy (in my mind, but then again i already have it) price.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Will-Clark-1986-California-All-Stars-BIG-APPLE-CARD-COMPANY-Rare-Private-Issue-/390615928457

Being a fan of oddball, that Ajax set is something I would buy, but not for what they might typically sell for (your price would be a no-brainer). Have never come across one myself, but then again, i have never gone looking for it as it didn't have anyone in the set i needed/wanted, I guess.

 

[predatorkj]

I don't know what the hell you guys are talking about. That's easily on par with the quality of today's best topps and panini products offered.

 

[D-Lite]

Wow this set is awesome in that terrible '82 Fleer way. Would love to get some of these, anyone with extras PM me, just the kind of crap I like

Hey, hey, hey, easy buddy. Take it easy. Some of us fondly remember that set.

 

[rickeyfanatic]

I could use the Rickey, don't have that one yet.

 

[DeliciousBacon]

Wow, I paid more than that for just a Chili Davis, and I was glad to get it.

 

[tpeichel]

Wow, I paid more than that for just a Chili Davis, and I was glad to get it.

The only ones I see being offered on eBay are the 1983 Hrbek and Guerrero for $19.95 or Best Offer

http://www.ebay.com/sch/Sports-Mem-Cards-Fan-Shop-/64482/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=1982+ajax+dog+food

 

[tpeichel]

I could use the Rickey, don't have that one yet.

I don't have them in hand yet and was planning on putting the singles on eBay, but I'll certainly entertain offers.

 

[tpeichel]

Reminds me of the California All-Stars Big Apple card co. I bought several sets back in the day because Garvey was in it. I have seen people battling for them, most likely for Will clark, pushing set or single prices into triple digits! In fact, there is a Clark listed now for a crazy (in my mind, but then again i already have it) price.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Will-Clark-1986-California-All-Stars-BIG-APPLE-CARD-COMPANY-Rare-Private-Issue-/390615928457

Being a fan of oddball, that Ajax set is something I would buy, but not for what they might typically sell for (your price would be a no-brainer). Have never come across one myself, but then again, i have never gone looking for it as it didn't have anyone in the set i needed/wanted, I guess.

The quality of the Ajax cards make the 1985/86 Big Apple sets look pristine.