My Largest Purchase Ever: Buying Out a Dealer At the National

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Baseball Card Collector Investor Dealer

3 жыл бұрын

BASEBALL CARD COLLECTOR INVESTOR DEALER (in that order)
w/ Chris Sewall
From the Files of Adventures in Card Dealer: The largest purchase I was ever involved in dollar wise.
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@Setashi 3 жыл бұрын

I never get tired of these stories.

@Evolvewiththeshot 3 жыл бұрын

me too

@thegoldentroll 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I am also tired of these stories.

@DrRolexPhD 3 жыл бұрын

Same, and I don't even collect cards

@alexhill2495 3 жыл бұрын

Same, and I don't even collect sports cards, just Pokemon

@indyshaq2345 3 жыл бұрын

Ask Jeremy to bring a snow globe during the live stream, so we’re able to recognize him 🤣🤣🤣

@danroot84 2 жыл бұрын

That's hilarious!

@tiffanyrichards3592 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best men in the hobby hands down! Appreciate every tidbit of knowledge you share Chris, your insight on the hobby and how to orchestrate deals is priceless! Most honest card dealer on KZfaq!

@JustGiver99 2 жыл бұрын

Zero frills, zero bullshit zero antics. This guy is the truth. Subscribed

@spacecatboy2962 3 жыл бұрын

i have a feeling a lot of your deals involve the use of a body bag

@collectorinvestordealer 3 жыл бұрын

Haha well...

@raywallace5360 3 жыл бұрын

Great story Chris, the collector personality was in control on that deal. I would have caved as well looking at the card's in that deal ... Love the vintage !!

@Swoop187OG187 3 жыл бұрын

lol, that's my problem too.. Sometimes a deal just isn't worth it from a financial perspective, but then I look at the cards as a collector and I'm like "ok, I'm in"... I have a difficult time separating the business aspect of the hobby from the pleasure, and it's gotten me into quite a bit of trouble throughout the years.

@wagnerrr23 3 жыл бұрын

Chris Suul, investor, collector, dealer and "total BALLER!"

@bigedr8123 3 жыл бұрын

Anthony’s wife after you all said goodbye: “Umm yea, l’ll hold onto that” Great story! Listening in the car with my son. He asked when we could ever do stuff like that. Ha

@longlostsonicsfan 3 жыл бұрын

Great story…sometimes it’s not about the return, but rather the experience. That’s invaluable and I’m sure you grew as a dealer through it. Thanks for sharing 👍

@commonsense1193 3 жыл бұрын

I could watch the story time videos like this every single day

@JohnJohn-gs8md 3 жыл бұрын

The dealer had to of been a cool dude, I know I would of been extremely worried towards the end. Good that you did come out ahead, but as we all know life is full of lessons.

@shawndanlovich2277 3 жыл бұрын

I like the truth, and it doesn't always work out. You will get more out of this being truthful, people respect that, it is hard to find that in this business.

@donaldashbaugh5003 3 жыл бұрын

Since you were going anyway, i wouldnt count travel expenses as part of the deal.

@richardlaino3031 3 жыл бұрын

Good job Chris...the breakdown of selling is what makes you different!

@SuperBrewdog 3 жыл бұрын

appreciate sharing this story, love hearing lessons learned, that's where the best stories are. Thanks Chris

@robertanderson8218 3 жыл бұрын

I love how honest you are as far as EVERYTHING!! THANKYOU

@Snydej10 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the story here! Very good example of documenting the card selling experience. The way you simplify everything is refreshing and easy to digest. Keep it up my man!

@petes2feet 3 жыл бұрын

Great story, Card deals are wonderful art, I enjoy the videos you do and the knowledge you add to the hobby.

@jamesmackey1229 2 жыл бұрын

Like all the comments - just want to applaud your entertaining and honest story telling. You bring a great deal to the card hobby. Thanks Chris.

@dondecker1966 3 жыл бұрын

I love listening to these stories. Another great video!

@nothingleft3473 3 жыл бұрын

I just love listening to your adventures amongst the hobby while going through cards. Thank you for sharing these experiences and memories with us!

@MrStanbruckheim 3 жыл бұрын

I remember this deal well, Chris. Felt I lived it through you at the time, at the National. Great story. Thanks for helping me relive the '17 National!

@jwwj30 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris for starting my Saturday morning off with another interesting card buying experience, as I drink my first cup of coffee. Good luck next week at the National & please give us a review as soon as possible.

@collectorinvestordealer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, appreciate that and I will!

@danksmoker420 3 жыл бұрын

Love your stories. I was 12/13 and opened my own booth at a flea market. This was in the early 90's.

@CC-eh3rb 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome story. Amazing how much trust you and Jeremy were able to generate with the selling dealer. I love seeing and hearing about hand shake deals where trust and honestly comes front and center. Another amazing video. Thank you for sharing. Would love to see you and jeremy on a live stream!

@samhill93 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Chris! Very cool story. Looking forward to seeing Jeremy after hearing so much about him.

@ZiggyNo 3 жыл бұрын

Love your stories. Looking forward to the conversation with Jeremy.

@tommayrant2279 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Hope you get some great deals at The National.

@richnelson8508 3 жыл бұрын

Love this type of content. Thanks for sharing.

@bretts.5158 3 жыл бұрын

"Chris Sewall here. Baseball Card Collector, Investor, Dealer in that order, welcome everyone..." has become iconic in sports card circles.

@jeffreypeace2696 3 жыл бұрын

My day is complete already.

@blenz25 3 жыл бұрын

Great story Chris. Would love to hear you and Jeremy talk. Can’t wait for that one.

@donderdag1918 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris! Good story, and glad everything worked out even though your hourly earnings weren't the best. And as you say, you also got a really good story to tell for year to come

@joemac84 3 жыл бұрын

Great story Chris, thanks for taking the time to share your experiences, look forward to watching any/all your vids

@PushnButtons62 3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate you sharing this. Some really nice looking cards. Thanks and best of luck to you these next couple of weeks.

@punkmofo 3 жыл бұрын

You are the most professional dealer/investor I have watched.

@jeffreylanier222 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice story and good idea to have Jeremy on the show one day.

@willisthedon4761 3 жыл бұрын

I love these stories and the number break down because I send a screenshot of the numbers to my buddies when they hit me up saying stuff like, "Yo what if we buy this collection for this $$$ and then flip it etc etc" Most people truly underestimate how much money and time it takes to make these deals pan out in your favor. Would love to to ask Jeremy some questions if you two decide to do a video Q&A!

@stevenwashington917 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome story bro! ALways enjoy your content and straight-foward, no nonsense style of communication.

@yellowbelly04 Жыл бұрын

i`m a brit and a huge baseball fan but i deal in old postcards and photographs and this video was absolutely spot on in showing the hazards of buying out a dealer which i have done on numerous occasions , not always with the desired results. thanks for the upload. have subscribed.

@cacsports 3 жыл бұрын

Great story, always love the transparency.

@radbradke 3 жыл бұрын

Love the story Chris. Nice to see the behind the scenes on baller deals. I would love to actually enjoy the work I do to survive.

@NYC-SA-Mike 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Do I ever appreciate the honesty! I would have absolutely no patience for that kind of a deal or work. It's a hobby for me. The amount of hours @ 6 wks work may be a bit low if you figure how much time was also spent at the National plus travel time - wear and tear - mental energy.... But, as said, a great experience to share and something like that is priceless.

@oskargil817 2 жыл бұрын

Great story. Thank you for sharing.

@b-man1232 2 жыл бұрын

I'm addicted to these stories!!

@boombayah4549 2 жыл бұрын

If you pulled the plug on the deal, he would have missed out on a lot of potential sales when he shut his booth down. Even though your profit margin was small, you guys are righteous dudes for buying his booth.

@carlhammill5774 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video because it walks you thru any investment work flow. Great detail.

@nickbnash 3 жыл бұрын

I love these stories. Thank you for the excellent video!

@dennisneto6334 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, loved this story, I wished it would have worked out better for yas, but the memory and experience is priceless!!!

@Krysdavar 3 жыл бұрын

Another great story, really enjoy them, thanks.

@alnewyorkcity6752 3 жыл бұрын

The exciting aspect is priceless ! You did great 👍

@17guzy 3 жыл бұрын

Great story!!!!! Good luck and be safe at the national!

@kamb8s 3 жыл бұрын

Love these videos. Thanks for sharing Chris.

@lapp3r30shockeycardflips 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome story as usual!!! Thanks for sharing!!

@nicholasb8799 3 жыл бұрын

You have some pretty cool baseball card stories brother! I have been maintaining my personal collection since I was literally 9!

@sdhsfbrules 3 жыл бұрын

I love the accounting part of these videos!

@TheBoozer1975 2 жыл бұрын

Bro, I absolutely love your videos and enjoy the stories! I would give anything to just hang out with you for a day soak in the knowledge. I've collected for over 35 years and like you, I remember almost every story. You're great for the hobby this whole Community is your biggest fans!

@collectorinvestordealer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@davidkelly1651 3 жыл бұрын

Love the insight. Thank you. Not always a win and really appreciate that you show the skeletons in your card closet. Graduate level trading card course.

@runedek 3 жыл бұрын

Great story. I think it’s a great deal you have with your partner. Also you guys nailed the estimated value at 90k.

@sewaseem 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome story, listening to it after the nhl draft over dinner was just an utter delight

@tonyhamilton9764 2 жыл бұрын

Love your experience stories. Thanks for sharing!

@knicksyankees 3 жыл бұрын

Love story time! Appreciate this video and your knowledge

@brentwalker5726 3 жыл бұрын

Your stories are the best. Wow...counting out 60K in cash in a car...in Chicago of all places! If you hadn't been right outside the national people probably would have thought it was a big drug deal, lol. Its too bad you overpaid, but it still sounds like a good learning experience and at least you didn't lose money.

@philsphan9495 3 жыл бұрын

great video. I enjoy these! Please post more wherever possible.

@dogshxtgames3257 3 жыл бұрын

LMAOOO wifey was like YALL SELL CARDS LIKE DOPEMEN??? 🤣🤣🤣

@terrytitus6945 2 жыл бұрын

Anthony was cool,he had to feel great,so you became a dealer at the National!

@WestOzCards 3 жыл бұрын

Great share. All the best for the future.

@Robsay01 3 жыл бұрын

Traffic on Friday in and around Rosmont gets very busy and congested around rush hour.

@larrykramer2761 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like Anthony got the better end of the deal for sure. I love hearing these stories and seeing the numbers at the end!

@brucetaber3933 3 жыл бұрын

Great story. Keep ‘em coming!

@bfgolf 3 жыл бұрын

Love these stories man! Didn't think there was anything left to do for card content but you've actually found something and it's great! Cant wait to here some stuff about the national

@jaysmix6175 3 жыл бұрын

That was an interesting negotiation Chris! Great story about the Nationals. I haven't been to the Nationals. It looks like an interesting show to be at. I hope you are doing well and hope to see you on live stream some day? Have a great week.

@DfromDANDE 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love these kind of stories Chris. Please keep sharing, you have such a wealth of experience and honestly I could listen to these stories all day... BCCID Podcast perhaps?? :) I think the best thing about these kinds of videos are it really highlights that yeah, dealing means making money is a priority, but being a collector and sports card FAN, means sometimes it's just gotta be about the excitement and fun that we all experienced as youngins. Keep up the great content mate, absolutely love it.

@dspencer9429 3 жыл бұрын

Love how you show these deals

@71inatho 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your stories Chris! Felt like I was there.

@capitalcitysportscards 3 жыл бұрын

Great story. Thx. for sharing

@robertgordon2110 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@Mat-tg4fk Жыл бұрын

This seems like a worthy investment in maintaining your presence as a dealer. I don't collect sports cards but i play magic the gathering. Even as a player collector, you can build up a reputation as one to easily B/S/T with, and it can be quite useful to keep your name floating around.

@collectorinvestordealer Жыл бұрын

Great point

@b_radssportscards1824 3 жыл бұрын

My deals keep getting bigger and bigger. I will 1 day make deals like this. Awesome video!

@bernieudo9072 3 жыл бұрын

Great story. Lessons to be learned. A gem.

@buzzaldrin6985 3 жыл бұрын

Great video the honesty is outstanding.

@8xMissOctober 3 жыл бұрын

That was very informative. Thanks !

@lisazdankiewicz8846 3 жыл бұрын

I love hearing your stories like this. Sorry the deal sucked though. I look at all the epic cards and just wish I could get cards like that. Loved all the old rookies for sure. thanks for sharing and have fun at the National and hope you make some great deals there.

@Chindianstyle21 3 жыл бұрын

SMOOTH OPERATOR...:))) AWESOMNESS THNKS FOR SHARING!

@herpingpennsylvania1999 3 жыл бұрын

Love these stories keep them coming!!!

@MrJmangini 3 жыл бұрын

You do such a nice job with your channel.

@oddballcards9176 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid ! Love hearing the process.

@huskyjerk 3 жыл бұрын

Impressive that you made about what you had forecasted before you made the deal. Great story.

@bobcrane2720 3 жыл бұрын

You deal very fair, the guy who bought 75 mint Mantle rookies in "the find" paid pawn stars prices; 50-60 cents on the dollar.

@chefgokil7649 2 жыл бұрын

You are really good what you doing. most people already quit long time.

@toybotgaming9634 2 жыл бұрын

My experience is booth sales of any kind tend to be more about community than making any money for booth sellers. While you think you didn't pay "ebay" fees because the seller, thus you the buyer too, have to pay for booth fees. Not just booth itself- travel, hotel(OMG how expensive these are at any event), car rental, and time all for you AND the seller. Where these start to make sense are massive quantity stuff that can be obtained and offloaded to a small handful of buyers on a regular basis. This is just my experience in doing Gemstone shows like in Tucson for many years. We end up making connections and going straight to the mine to buy which is always better than going to a show. We always agree the people making the most money are always the shows/hotels/city while we barely make much from the show.

@bballbayz 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid and story!

@abefried 3 жыл бұрын

You estimated a 70-90k yield. In the end you even got lucky with the high end 90k. You should have stuck to your initial max price to pay. On the other hand, aside from the relatively low reward on 6 weeks of work, you did manage to also build your name, grow your eBay store and increase your client base.

@rodakjones7574 3 жыл бұрын

Have a great time at the National. Be safe and make us some videos.

@dankozin4747 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to your video with Jeremy!

@kennethsmith2360 3 жыл бұрын

Good story as usual. Always good to make money instead of break even. Your time investment outweighs the return on investment. You're totally right, sometimes it's better to walk away if profit margin isn't there. Yeah, I'd have hard time walking away also!! Lol!!!

@larrygitlin6017 3 жыл бұрын

Great story . Always look forward to your broadcasts. As crowded as this year's National is going to be , no way could you put a deal through like you did. Remember the show well as I remember passing up a t206 green Cobb for $1100 that I still regret. Glad you got your money back plus. Have agreat timme

@larrygitlin6017 3 жыл бұрын

Didn't finish but have a great time at the National , first one I am missing I ten years.

@jeremystark3350 Жыл бұрын

Same thing happened to me kinda, I set up at a show & had a dealer offer me for my whole table & I couldn't pass. I feel a bit crappy after but I guess that's just a part of the game. I guess it's time to start over & build again. Lol 🥴🙏

@inaka99 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love hearing these stories. Wow, you live in Europe now? I just assumed you lived in the states. Thanks for making these videos. So interesting to hear both the hits and misses.