10K Card Journey

  • My First (and Only?) Experience entering a Card Break

    If you’ve ever been curious about joining a card break on Fanatics Live, here’s what to expect. I only participated because I had a $125 Fanatics Live credit from my PSA Collectors Club Premium membership. The break I joined with Filthbomb Breaks was entertaining but highlighted the gambling-like nature of most breaks-long sales pitches, low…

  • Recent Pickups: 1929 Churchman Babe Ruth (PSA 4.5)

    The 1929 Churchman Babe Ruth is an affordable, eye-catching card from Ruth’s playing days that I recently added to my collection for $900. With strong centering and vintage appeal, it’s a card I plan to hold long-term, hoping to see continued growth in value as demand for pre-war baseball cards rises.

  • The Full History: 1932 Sanella Babe Ruth

    The 1932 Sanella Babe Ruth card, issued in Germany during his playing days, offers collectors an affordable entry point into vintage Ruth cards. While not as prestigious as his 1933 Goudey or 1948 Leaf, its historical significance and international origins make it appealing—though its high supply and photograph-like design may deter some.

  • Why I Bought a Walker Jenkins Mega Box Orange Refractor /25

    Walker Jenkins is one of baseball’s top prospects, and I recently picked up his 2024 Bowman Chrome Mega Box 1st Bowman Orange Refractor /25 (graded Arena Club 9.5) for $125. In this post, I’ll share why I made the purchase, how I assessed its value, and whether I think it was worth it. Was this…

  • Why I Traded for a Josue De Paula 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospects Auto Refractor /499

    Every collector loves the thrill of making a big trade, and I just made one that I’m excited to share. I landed a Josue De Paula 2023 Bowman Chrome Prospects Auto Refractor /499 (graded Arena Club 9, Auto 10), a card that I believe has major long-term upside. In this post, I’ll break down why…

  • My Trade for a Shohei Ohtani 2018 Allen & Ginter Rookie

    Few things are more exciting in the hobby than making a great trade, and I just completed one that I’m really excited about. I landed a Shohei Ohtani 2018 Allen & Ginter rookie card (PSA 10) in exchange for a few solid pieces, including a Michael Jordan Fleer and a Trevor Lawrence rookie. In this…