Thoughts & Sox & More 1960 Topps

If you recall, last week I posted about a trade that went down between myself, and Adam of Thoughts & Sox. He had sent me a bunch of awesome 1960 Topps Orioles, and in exchange, I sent him a Big Papi autograph. Done deal right? WRONG! Early last week I checked the mail, and found another most excellent package from Thoughts & Sox. This one contained a card that at the time made what was a terrible day at work, truly awesome.

1960 Topps #12 Milt Pappas

1960 Topps #241 Albie Pearson

1960 Topps #399 Young Hill Stars- Pappas, Fisher & Walker

1960 Topps #290 Power Plus- Colavito & Francona

This might have been included by mistake. Adam, if you'd like this card back, let me know. If not, there's a Cleveland fan out there somewhere who will be receiving this card in the future. This card arrived prior to my Cleveland rant, otherwise, I'd take it personally.

1960 Topps #490 Frank Robinson

This card absolutely blew my mind. What's that you say? It's not an Orioles card? Um.... so freakin' what?!? It's a 1960 Topps Frank Robinson. Cincinnati Red or not, he's still probably my favorite player of all time.

Wow, just wow. Thanks a TON for the great cards Adam! I've got to be pretty close to having the whole 1960 team set by now, thanks to you. I know Brooks is still missing, but aside from that there can't be too many others. If you haven't checked out Thoughts & Sox yet, I suggest you do so right now. This man takes his Red Sox cards very seriously, and for good reason. This isn't 'Nam, there are rules here... man!

Completistism

completistism - noun. The act or actions included in being a completist

1959 Topps #48 Orioles Team Checklist. This was it, the last card needed to complete my Orioles team set.

IT IS NOW MINE! MUHUAH-HAHA!

eBay seemed to be my only choice for this puppy, mainly because I never really heard from anyone who had any '59s for trade. It wasn't too expensive, and now my set is complete! Happy early birthday to me!

O So Close To Completion

Another card that can be crossed off the '59 Topps Orioles want list. #192 Charley Beamon has been located, and #529 George Bamberger has been acquired. This puts me one card away from knocking this sucker out.

Here's the updated want list rundown:

#48 Orioles Team Checklist
#192 Charlie Beamon (I might already have this card, but can't seem to locate it) FOUND! 6/29/09
#336 Billy Loes variation w/ trade statement (I already have 336a) Probably not ever going to get this card, so I'm giving up on it
#507 Bob Hale (high #) Acquired! 6/19/09
#529 George Bamberger (high #) Acquired 6/29/09!

If anyone out there has #48, the Orioles checklist/team card, and is willing to trade it, please let me know. I don't even care if it's in good condition, I can always upgrade it later.

One Card Closer

1959 Topps #597 Bob Hale is mine! I was the only bidder, so Bobby came cheap as well. This brings my '59 O's want list down to 4 cards.

#48 Orioles Team Checklist
#192 Charlie Beamon
#336b Billy Loes variation w/ trade statement (I already have 336a)
#529 George Bamberger (high #)

If anyone has any of these for trade, please contact me. I'm so close to finishing this team set, I can taste it.