Chargers Players Appearances and Autograph Thread # 3

[Meanz business]

Yeah right. Maybe if I was taking my Durango, but I just may drive the Porsche. Now wut!LOL:crazy:

On second thought, naaay. Driving that car would be killer on my lower back. Not too mention I don't want to put unnecessary excessive miles on the engine. Tune-up costs on that car are a wallet killer :(

[ChargersFan55]

Can somebody explain how the whole San Jose Covention thing works?

[babyvan26]

The Wife and I are going up Friday afternoon. I'm having a few items that I'm going to get signed.

Montana on Throwback Pro Line Helmet
Faulk on a Throwback Pro Line Helmet & M&N SB Jersey
LT on a Authentic Blue Jersey & Helmet (last years style)
T. Romo Authentic Helmet

Frank Gore & Willis on Game Balls

HOF Helmet
Fouts
Sayers
Moon

I'm gonna try to squeeze out alil mo money to get Staubach on the HOF HElmet and another LT sig on a authentic white jersey.

[babyvan26]

Can somebody explain how the whole San Jose Covention thing works?

It's a autograph show that is being promoted by GTSM in San Jose ( it's all on the first page of this thread ). People pay to attend the show, 10.00 for adults, and basically you pay for the atheletes who you want to sign your items. If you do not have anything to have signed you can pick up something at a sports store or there at the convention center.

Tickets can be purchased in advance, which I recommend as prices at the door could go up. The prices vary for the type of item that you wish to have signed. Some players have a single price for any item that you want signed. Other players, the better known players, have a set price for mini helmets,fotos,jerseys and balls.

That would be the concise version, hope that explains things for you.

[babyvan26]

Cool I wont be going until Sunday though... If I went to the other days like you and MB I would be broke like a son of a bisket... cuz I wanted to get Fouts, Winslow, and Joiner but I'm already pushin' $1000 just for LT and Cro on Sunday so there's now way I could do anymore... ya know... but I do hope to see some of you guys up there on Sunday... see ya then

I wanted to get a few more things signed myself, but I really need to control myself. My wife is real cool, but sometimes I don't know when to stop spending.............it's like I have to have everybody at once.

We spent a week in Az. getting auto's so you think I would be happy with that............but nooooooooooo.........I have to get every NFL player this year to be happy! As I'm sure many will attest to, this hobby is very addicting and you can sometimes go overboard in your quest to attain auto's.

Xtra - Man you get some great stuff thru the mail. I'm going to try to get Kurt Warner thru the mail. I was able to have a foto with him and get some things signed during the NFL Exp. I'd like to have him signed the foto along with an 8x10. I would appreciate any suggestions you might have as far as how to send to better my chance of getting it signed.

[babyvan26]

Man, I would love to see what your collection looks like.....must be incredible..

Me too!..............I'm not into cards, but I would love to see 8x10s,Jerseys,Helmets,Footballs and other items.

[BOLT THROWER]

Warner doesn't sign personal items through the mail. He sends your stuff back unsigned along with his own presigned religious card. Can't tell if it's real or autopen though.

[gochargers.21]

I know xtra shows alot of his TTM success so i figure i would show you guys my most reason one i recieved yesterday.. I do alot of TTM sigs because i'm a college student and shows become exspensive as we can see. I do mostly jeresys,minis,and alot of photos.. But here is my Larry Johnson Chiefs Jersey he signed for me...

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/colt27/LarryJohnson5.jpg

So whats your hit ratio when sending jerseys out? Id imagine you would lose quite a few with players who dont reply? I used to send cards through the mail when I was a kid and I think Id have a hit ratio of about 50% Looks like you sent a non silk screened one too. Thats brave!

[ScootMagroot]

Acutally my Hit ratio for Jersey is 100%. I've sent alot out recently too and haven't lost one. I manly just pick up Authentic look alikes off ebay so i'm not looseing out to bad. I just received my 75th aniversery steelers jersey signed by Hines Ward and he decked it out with inscriptions.. But i just dont send out to random players. I only send jerseys to players that are known for signing through the mail. As for minis i have a 90% hit ration only lost one. But i recently got my Dan Fouts back and it turn out so great but thats the downfall you get for being free.. He placed the bubble wrap on the sig as soon as he got done signing so it smudeged bad.. Trying to find a way to remove it..

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/colt27/FoutsMIni.jpg


hey when you send out a jersey, what do you send it in? a bag type envelope, or box or what? im thinking of sending one out to a couple guys.

[gochargers.21]

Acutally my Hit ratio for Jersey is 100%. I've sent alot out recently too and haven't lost one. I manly just pick up Authentic look alikes off ebay so i'm not looseing out to bad. I just received my 75th aniversery steelers jersey signed by Hines Ward and he decked it out with inscriptions.. But i just dont send out to random players. I only send jerseys to players that are known for signing through the mail. As for minis i have a 90% hit ration only lost one. But i recently got my Dan Fouts back and it turn out so great but thats the downfall you get for being free.. He placed the bubble wrap on the sig as soon as he got done signing so it smudeged bad.. Trying to find a way to remove it..

http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c212/colt27/FoutsMIni.jpg

Whats the turnaround time usually? Id love to try this! You usually type up a letter and all that? Where could I get a list of ppl who are good about signing via the mail? Thanks for the help!

[pete R0Q]

you think i can get that list too? thanks in advance

[aurelio]

colt27,
Thats awsome you send out items for signiatures. How many things have you sent out to be signed? What is the downtime?
When the player returns an item do they just put "return to sender" on the envelope? should that be included in the letter that we send out along with the item to be signed? I would love to send some items out to be signed. On the first page there of this forum there is a web page with teams and addresses to send stuff too. Do you recoment sending the stuff to those addresses? I think it would be exciting coming home from school and see a pakage with an autograph in it :)

[AztecMaverick]

Hate to say it, but Larry Johnson is known to have a ghost signer... Not saying yours is a ghost signed one, but do some research and comparison to check it out.

Also, in case anyone was getting into it, the best thing to do for jerseys is to get jersey numbers which are only like 10 bucks and send those out. PM if you wanna know where to get jersey numbers...

[ScootMagroot]

http://www.flyingcolorssports.com/custom/antoniocromartie/Player.asp?Id=2&Page=6

http://www.flyingcolorssports.com/custom/antoniocromartie/AntonioCromartie/blank.gifhttp://www.flyingcolorssports.com/custom/antoniocromartie/AntonioCromartie/header.jpg

yo...this guy must be Antonio Cromartie. lol...dude has high school pics of the guy...either that or he is obsessed

[ScootMagroot]

oh i got nothing against it. i just think its interesting. how the heck do you get all these photos anyway?

[gochargers.21]

One looks like Damon Huard QB for KC but hes #11, not 19. Maybe he was 19 before he went to KC?

[Bolt Cola]

One looks like Damon Huard QB for KC but hes #11, not 19. Maybe he was 19 before he went to KC?
http://cache.viewimages.com/xc/1503551.jpg?v=1&c=ViewImages&k=2&d=17A4AD9FDB9CF1939057D9939C83F106FC388B184FBA50E4 5A5397277B4DC33E

[gochargers.21]

...well there u go =)

[Left Hook]

Can anybody recommend a good car rental company?

Thanks.

[ScootMagroot]

Hey, guys. Need a little bit of advice here. I'm sending a football through the mail to get signed, and I was wondering what the best strategy was to do so. I've already gotten the approval of the player, so that's not the problem. I need to know what type of pen to throw in the box, and what kind of box to send it it. My original plan was to send it in a box, with return labels, packaging tape, and postage packed inside with the ball and a silver sharpie. This way, when the ball is signed, he can just throw the ball back into the box, attach the corresponding labels and postage, and seal it back up for shipment, any other pieces of advice?

that sounds like a decent plan. i would either use the sharpie, or get one of the deco pain pens. who is the player?

[babyvan26]

Fouts - I'll take the Jersey ticket off your hands. LMK and we can work out the arrangements on how to meet.

Humberto

[SAboltfan53]

i looking into getting a cromartie and or merriman autograph! where can i find something reasonable price? cool picture, jersey, ball, helmets sigs something unique cool...

the post about the 16x20 cro with 3 pic on 11/7/07 would be cool! i was at that game!

[Borhan]

Alright how should one transport an autographed helmet (Proline)? I was thinking of covering it with the plastic that was covering it. But would that damage the signature? Thanks!:helmet

[babyvan26]

PM to you Fouts

[Meanz business]

Alright how should one transport an autographed helmet (Proline)? I was thinking of covering it with the plastic that was covering it. But would that damage the signature? Thanks!:helmet

I like using a motorcycle helmet bag. Arai, Suomy & AGV helmets all come with a free bag, but universal bags are available. Just visit your local Motorcycle dealer. They all have in-house accessory departments and the bags can be bought for under $10

[Borhan]

I like using a motorcycle helmet bag. Arai, Suomy & AGV helmets all come with a free bag, but universal bags are available. Just visit your local Motorcycle dealer. They all have in-house accessory departments and the bags can be bought for under $10


Ok cool thanks! What about displaying the helmet? Ive seen cases with mirrors behind them going for $100. What do you guys use?:helmet

[Charger31]

for the san jose how do you get the tickets? do they send them to you or what?

[Left Hook]

I'm confused though, my receipt says it will be shipped to my address, but you guys say it's will call?

I hope it's will call, cuz I don't have my tix yet.

[gochargers.21]

Just caught a portion of Seau's interview with Scott and BR this morning and he was talking about his legends party on March 8th at his restaurant. Anyone going? Some notables he mentioned that are going:

Adalius Thoman (he called him Adalius Tomlinson lol)
Rodney Harrison
Jason Taylor
Ronnie Lott
Marcus Allen
Marshall Faulk

and more but I only caught a portion of his interview. I remember a several posts ago someone mentioned that standing outside would be a better way to land sigs. Thoughts? If anyone has a list of the attendees too, mind posting it?

[gochargers.21]

One more question...with such an eclectic group that Im sure will be coming. What are you all going to bring for signing? Team mini helmets? Hall of Fame Helmets?

[BOLT THROWER]

Has anyone had any luck getting sigs at this event in the past???

Just remember...because the players are there does not mean they will sign. Marcus and Faulk have ALWAYS been surly towards sig hounds. If you get them, expect attitude as part of the package!

[SDLT21]

I need Lorenzo. I could care less about the other 2

[ChargersFan55]

I should probably check everyone's contract before I get their autograph on my big helmet.

[babyvan26]

I got your cell # Fouts, I'll give you a buzz on Sat. morning. I'll try to be there just before will call opens. Either way, we'll meet in line or inside the Center.

I'm on my way out the door, for those driving, be careful and hope to meet some of you there.

[ScootMagroot]

even though its not a football TTM i figure ill post it anyway. 7 days: http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii75/ScootMagroot/P2290336.jpg

[AztecMaverick]

I am leaving early in the morning (flying). I'll seeya guys there!

[pete R0Q]

ran into phillip rivers at the boudins sf in san marcos today.. too bad i didnt have my team helmet with me...

[gochargers.21]

ran into phillip rivers at the boudins sf in san marcos today.. too bad i didnt have my team helmet with me...

Cool, how did his leg look? Crutches?

[Bolt Cola]

So I'm thinking about ordering some 8x10s from Ballen for mini-camp/off season golf/etc. Which of these players do you think will make the squad for sure next season:

Ryon Bingham
Scott Chandler
Jeromey Clary
Cletis Gordon
Steve Gregory
Brandon Manumaleuna
Brandon McKinney
Legedu Naanee
Brandon Siler
Anthony Waters
Cory Withrow
Jacques Casaire

id say the bolded ones are locks, depending on how we draft the rest are hard to say, but AJ is on record saying we will not draft a kicker, punter or TE

[SuperCharged!!!]

Anyone know about this? I am going and was just trying to figure out what the setting was? Will Players be there? Whats the deal?

Any help is appreciated and sorry Mods but I had no idea where to put this.

[Davidd77]

I went to the GTS autograph signing in San Jose today. LT seemed like he was not in a good mood, sunglasses on, not really accomidating pictures, but I did get a nice autograph on a helmet. Cro seemed in a much better mood - smiling, laughing, posing for a few quick pics. I got Cro to autgraph a ball and he wrote "109 YD TD Return" on it. The guy in front of me had him write "It's Crime Time" on a ball. Cro had some SERIOUS bling bling on - one watch and a matching braclet that were both silver/diamond and looking like they cost my yearly salary!!! Overall it was really expensive and if I wasn't local I probably wouldn't do it. (note - I'm not a huge autograph collector)

[Bolt Cola]

check out the first page of this thread

http://forums.chargers.com/showthread.php?t=47053

[Schiess]

I found another source for getting pics. 8x10's are priced OK at $6, but the 11x14's and 16x20's are a bit high. The photos are also official NFL issue.

http://www.photofiledirect.com/

The other sites I have on my faves have different pics and different prices.

http://www.prosportspictures.com/
http://www.finalshot.com/
http://www.allposters.com/
http://www.bestsportsphotos.com/

And you already know about http://www.ballen-photos.com/

[Schiess]

I stopped by Seau's this weekend, and they gave me a list of players that are EXPECTED to attend next weekend's golf tournament and Legends Party. The bigger (or more interesting names) on the list are:

Marshall Faulk
Phil Nevin
Deacon Jones
Warren Moon
Jason Taylor
Sterling Sharpe
Marcus Allen
Adalius Thomas
Spud Webb
Ronnie Lott
Jonathan Ogden
Lorenzo Neal
Christian Okoye
Natrone MEans
Jay Fiedler
John Carney
John Lynch
Mike Scifres
Seth Joyner
Greg Lloyd
LaRoi Glover
Vencie Glenn
Dave Stewart
Rod Martin
Eric Dickerson
Willie Buchanon
Randy Jones
Tom Flores
Darren Bennett
Mike Martz
Ron Mix
Hank Bauer
Rolf Benirschke
Ben Leber
Rick Mirer

There's a lot more names on the list; I just mentioned the bigger ones.

I don't know which players will be at the Legends Party, but I got Warren Moon, Jason Taylor, Junior Seau, Zach Thomas, and Eric Dickerson at the party 3 years ago. They all signed while walking down the red carpet on the way in or while bartending inside. I'll have my usual stash of 8x10's, magazines, football cards, and 3x5 cardsready to go!!

[SAboltfan53]

Do you guys know where i can buty any of the autographs from signing show??? i really want a cro auto!!!! ???

[SDFAN08]

Cromartie is doing a signing here in SD on March 15th at Field of Dreams in Fashion Valley. Give them a call and see if they do mail orders.

[BOLT THROWER]

From what I've heard, he is never in a good mood when signing or being asked to sign.

[O'sideLTfan]

Probably because he knows that the majority of people there are just going to sell his signature.

[SDFAN08]

I wouldn't be selling his signature at those prices. Maybe if I get it free I'll sell.

[SDLT21]

Which is exactly why he doesnt sign for free.

[Danny]

i think i saw vincent jackson at 24 hour fitness today, if not, it must have been his twin brother :D

[Rudyoda86]

During the Photo Op, LT was actually pretty cool. He smiled and even greeted me and my family very warmly. Shook my hand, my wife's hand, and even my 1yr old son's hand. Obviously, during the signing session he did look a bit more serious. One picture I saw was great where everyone in the pic, including LT did his "teardrop" :layup . That picture was hilarious and I commend the people in the picture for that one!

Cromartie also was very warm during our photo op. I had to have a toddler jersey custom ordered with 31 on it. Unfortunately it couldn't fit "Cromartie" so I just put my son's name. Cro mentioned it was nice to see a baby 31 jersey to us and he also seemed very welcoming and to be enjoying the opportunity to meet and greet some of his fans. My wife said she felt Cromartie was a bit more welcoming than LT was as well.

Overall it was a fun outing. Living out in San Francisco for the past few years away from SD makes it hard for me to attend any Chargers related events. It was nice to see that a LT / Cromartie signing was just an hour or so south of me so we were there. I got a few jerseys signed, 8x10s, and a helmet by Cro. My only downside was I got a black stain on my 3 on my Cromartie Jersey. I happened with my stroller's tires hitting the bag and eating thru the first and second bag. It was my fault so I cannot be too upset. Hopefully I can either get it cleaned or have the 3 re-stitched.

well, here are some of my pictures...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/21702681@N07/

[willamina]

Well,my daughter said that Dan Fouts came by T-mobile where she is now working in Salem Oregon and she had him sign an Oregon ducks football for me,it is nice because I have had it for about 20 minutes now,wow daughters are so great sometimes.

[Schiess]

"Marshall Faulk was in a surly mood, but what else is new."

Marshall Faulk is just as rude when people are showing their admiration by spending their hard-earned money on his freaking signature on a picture? What a piece of garbage. He can keep his crappy signature.

Anyway, glad to hear you guys had some good experiences and got some nice pieces for your collections. I'd have been there if I could have afforded it (and talked the wife into it...haha).

[ScootMagroot]

GTSM report--

Friday--(montana & rice)checked in and got my tix...Hardly anyone in attendance...Plenty of time to wrap with the players---I got a chance to talk to Montana for more than a few minutes--he inscribed my helmet for free with everything except 2x nfl mvp...Jerry rice was cool as well...both sigs on a niner throwback

Saturday--Busy day--(Emmitt Smith, pat willis, fouts, joiner, winslow, dean)
Emmitt was the highlight...the pen he used to sign my helmet was messed up so he had gtsm replace my helmet with a brand new one...i ended up with two signed cowboys helmets!!! got a chargers hof'er helmet, fouts custom, and pat willis on my niners current...

Sunday---crazy hectic-(lt, cro, sayers, gore) Just like what everybody said about LT...the wall was up bigtime...bad mood for sure...cro was very cool and he gave props to my schutt i made custom for him...sayers was cool.....gore was in a bad mood as well.....overall fine and i'm glad i took a friend to watch my stuff because their were thieves cruising the joint...

overall--fun time but the downtown area of san jose can eat my shorts...that place sucks!! dirty, thugged out and azz backwards!! LOUSY PLACE to hold an event like this...GLAD TO BE HOME in SD!!!!!

BIG Thanks to MB for the long haul...thanks to Fouts14 for the tick (great meeting you two) and thanks to gtsm/E.Smith for kicking down the proline!!! Put it in Vegas next year or else i would never go again! Pictures later

let me get that messed up helmet....lol. i dont mind blemishes. cant wait to see these pics. i wanna see the Cro helmet that is custom.

[ScootMagroot]

Hey, if anyone needs a Jersey framed right now, send me a msg. Michaels has a BOGO right now on custom framing, and i need to get one framed. Unless i can get my SP jersey signed in the next couple days

[aurelio]

The san jose show was pretty cool. well, the autograph memorabillia i got anyways.
my girl always hears these good things about how LT helps the community and how hes a good player, but her first impression of him was that he was rude and "lame". one thing that i did like was that when he came in to the photo op i yelled out "whats up LT?" and he gave me the mexican hellow (for those do dont know, its the head tilt back motion.) other than that, he was in a bad mood. i went to get my auto and i was so excited and he kinda just brushed me off.

Dear LT: dude, LT, man, buddy, these people are spending a grip of money on your auto, the least you can do is pretend you care.

i had to save up to get his autograph and he does that crap. i didnt like that. on the other hand, cromartie was cool. the first thing my girl noticed was his bling bling. he was really nice. over all i had a ok time.

[BOLT THROWER]

Disappointed but not surprised to hear that two of the greatest RBs in San Diego history are also two of the worst attitudes. I guess I can understand how millions and millions of dollars as well as the admiration of fans all over the world can getchya down. Sounds like Faulk's initials MF fit him perfect.

[gochargers.21]

I remember in LT's second year in the league he had a free signing with Jammer and a bunch of other DBs at Fashion Valley. I was lucky to be one of the first 25 people to be in line because LT only stayed for about 15 minutes. I shook his hand said hello and he was friendly. I asked if I could take a pix with him and he looked over at his wife and then looked back at me and said, "sorry man, shes the boss". Disappointed but still lhe eft an overall good impression with me. I guess several more years of being in the spotlight can change ppl.

[Charger31]

I went to the show on Sat and Sun.

LT PISSED ME OFF!!!
I went up there after spending 190 bucks for the mini signin and he barely looks at me! Then my 9yr old sister went and he didnt even say hi!!!! I was pissed I'm glad my sister didn't notice, because she felt blessed to be near him.
Drew Brees was better than LT
I liked Cro tho
I had him sign the front of my jersey on accident and i asked him if he would sign the back and he went sure signed it. blew on it and then said now watch that jersey and shook my hand!!!
I was like blown away! Couldnt believe it!

I dont like SJ at all no one can drive in that messed up town

[Charger31]

Also I got DAN FOUTS, KELLEN WINSLOW, CHARLIE JOINER, LT, DREW BREES, AND GALE SAYERS! MY SIS GOT LT ALSO!

[SDLT21]

That sux because LT signed for free last year at the Lincoln dealer in Mission Valley and he was really cool.

[AztecMaverick]

THE BAD:
-Well..... My backpack was stolen on Saturday with my clothes for Sunday and my auto tix for Sunday.
-Disheartening that THE SDSU Aztec didn't care about anyone. I mean I even pulled names out of people I worked with who he knows well... didn't even react.
-They opened the doors like an hour late on Saturday
-Cro signed one of my pics with a dried out pen and the lady from GTSM didn't care and told me that it wasnt HER fault that he signed with a dried pen. Cro would have signed it again if he noticed how bad it was...
-Lt was grumpy... I even playfully trash talked with him that SDSU is the better Mtn West Conf school than TCU and he just nodded and looked past me to the next person.

THE GOOD:
-Fouts was awesome. I didn't even purchase an auto but I was there to take my buddy's pic and he still talked it up with me when I told him Ed White belongs in the HOF.
-Charlie Joiner took at least 30 secs-1 minute to sign each item (as opposed to LTs 5 secs). He added an "Air Coryell" inscription and the HOF inscription for free. I told him that Kassim needs more receptions and he smiled and said "I'm workin on it."
-The sigs turned out great overall!
-The promoter who helped bring Cro in seemed like he wanted to help me about the dried out sig. Hopefully he comes through if and when he does a private Cro signing.
-The male counterpart to the rude GTSM lady sold me all of my stolen tix for less than 50% off so they wouldnt lose money if the person who stole them tried to use them.
-Seeing everyone from the board!

Here's my pics:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM007.jpghttp://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM006.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM004.jpghttp://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM008.jpg

[AztecMaverick]

CONTINUED:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM005.jpghttp://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/GTSM010.jpg

[FinishStrong56]

Hey, if anyone needs a Jersey framed right now, send me a msg. Michaels has a BOGO right now on custom framing, and i need to get one framed. Unless i can get my SP jersey signed in the next couple days

Scoot, check your PM.

[Charger31]

hey anyone know why reggie wasnt there?

[Charger31]

oh and by the way dan fouts signed my throwback(yellow facemask) with a frayed silver pen and its ok but it is still pretty bad. he said he was sorry and that he would sign another item but i didnt have any cash for another one.

[Charger31]

oh yah when do mini and training camps start?

[Meanz business]

oh yah when do mini and training camps start?

Last year, Mini Camp was on the first weekend of May. Training Camp starts at the end of July & runs the month of August.

[SDFAN08]

Ron Mix will be at CJ'S on 4-19 signing autographs for a fee, another HOFer for my helmet.

[Davidd77]

The more I have thought about the LT signing, the more upset I have become. I'm sorry everyone else experienced the same thing about LTs mood. I'm guessing the guy had a all-expenses one day paid trip to the Bay Area for about 25-30k. I really can't excuse his bad attitude. I can't even imagine how I would feel if I could have a gig like that, the least he could do is smile. At $190 an auto and $90 an inscription it's not like we're there to "make money off him" as he may feel. If you check out eBay his authenticated stuff goes for unfortuantely that same amount or often lower. We were there b/c we saved up our money to see one of our idols. A lot of the negativity I see about LT in the media that I have ignored is starting to make more sense now :(

[babyvan26]

Here are some fotos from the show. I would have to say that I had a great time at the show. I met Fouts14 and his lovely lady, they also hipped us to a fantastic Restuarant in S.F. where we spent the evening dining and drinking. You know how people always say,"Oh you gotta try this Place or go here", only to find out it was horrible!.............well they were right! It was Great!!! Thx Mike!

We also met a couple from Sacramento, they were there to get autos of their Cowboys, Emmitt,Witten and Romo. It was cool cause as we got to sitting and talking to them we traded watching each others items so we did not have to lug eveything around. He turned out to be a C.O. and she was also a Peace Officer.

I always have a good time at these Shows, and as Xtra said earlier, you have to keep things in perspective, you were able to get that certain item signed that you always wanted. Them showing up with a good attitude just makes it that much better. As others say, I'm not expecting to exhange Phone #s and e-mail addresses with them, but Crap!.........they can atleast be cordial with you.....that's just being respectful..............anyways here are the fotos.

click on the thumbnail to enlarge.

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[babyvan26]

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[babyvan26]

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[babyvan26]

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[babyvan26]

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[babyvan26]

The HOF Helmet is probably my favorite piece. I used a blue sharpie and was so happy to see how the Names just stand out. My wife was happy because of the money it saved us!!!...........She's the Greatest

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[babyvan26]

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[babyvan26]

Your welcome BV26! Hopefully you'll be able to try "The House of Prime Rib" on the next Bay Area trip. Fine dining happens to be my #1 hobby, with memorabilia a close second.

Also, I'm glad your lovely wife enjoyed it as you and I both know that we ALWAYS need to keep them happy for putting up with our hobby.

F14

Ya, Like I was telling you there Mike, She allows me to do my thing at the shows. So at nite, I spare no expense at showing her a goodtime.

[Borhan]

Nice sigs babyvan and lol at the look on Marshal Faulk. Man he looks like he does not want to be there:LightsOut:

[babyvan26]

Nice sigs babyvan and lol at the look on Marshal Faulk. Man he looks like he does not want to be there:LightsOut:

Classic, what a look of discuss on his face. He asked me where I would like his sig on the jersey, I said, going along the side of the two if you don't mind. I did not say it in a nasty tone, and he goes,"Hey it your jersey". I liked to crap my pants.

I have been a Rams Fan for years and could not wait for the opportunity to meet him, and this it what happens. This is when fans loose the luv for these guys. In my opinion, Steve Young was the Best by far. As mentioned earlier in this thread, he was out there with the people signing and posing for fotos. I will definitely get him next time on my HOF helmet. All fours HOFers that signed my Helmet were class people, and very gracious.

[ScootMagroot]

Ok....i gotta know....how much did you guys spend on all these sigs? babyvan26 it looks like you got everyone there

[babyvan26]

Ok....i gotta know....how much did you guys spend on all these sigs? babyvan26 it looks like you got everyone there

Actually, I missed out on a foto op with the Playboy Playmate! lol.... She had a pretty serious BODYYYYYYYYYY!

[Left Hook]

My experience with LT wasn't as bad... although he was moody when I was watching him sign people's stuff, I think it was different when you actually initiate the conversation. My girl was right behind me to get her football signed and she was able to make him laugh.

I read earlier that somebody was joking with him that their college was better than TCU, I don't think that was a good idea, I mean if he was already talking to you and laughing, then you can throw it in there... but since he was just sitting there already looking moody, how would he find that comment funny?

I only went on sunday and it looked like most people were there for LT. Everything went well. Although there was this incident, it was kind of funny. Me and my girl was done walking around and we decided to just wait for LT near the autograph area. As we were walking passed this one table full of Charger fans (maybe some from this forum) one of the girls that were sitting tilted some of the chairs towards the table, I guess to tell us that the chairs were taken. It was kind of funny though cuz that girl was staring my girl down as we passed... haha. We had no interest in those chairs so to us it was like, "Wowww... it's serious here." haha. Even though it was kind of rude to stare somebody down for some chairs that my girl and I never even thought about, it was kind of funny. We understand, but "Wow". haha.

Anybody get their signed stuff authenticated? I got mine by PSA DNA... I only got carried away with it cuz I don't think I need it, since I'm not planning on selling it, so... waste of money on my part.

[Charger31]

yah what was prova? I GOT like dsa or somethin

[Charger31]

oh yah did anyone see cros bling on his wrist! i was like holy $#i!

[Meanz business]

yah what was prova? I GOT like dsa or somethin

PROVA is the authentication company owned by Emmitt Smith. It came included with any Smith, Aikman, Romo & Faulk autographs. But could also be purchased seperately for any other athlete for an additional $10.

[AztecMaverick]

My experience with LT wasn't as bad... although he was moody when I was watching him sign people's stuff, I think it was different when you actually initiate the conversation. My girl was right behind me to get her football signed and she was able to make him laugh.

I read earlier that somebody was joking with him that their college was better than TCU, I don't think that was a good idea, I mean if he was already talking to you and laughing, then you can throw it in there... but since he was just sitting there already looking moody, how would he find that comment funny?

I only went on sunday and it looked like most people were there for LT. Everything went well. Although there was this incident, it was kind of funny. Me and my girl was done walking around and we decided to just wait for LT near the autograph area. As we were walking passed this one table full of Charger fans (maybe some from this forum) one of the girls that were sitting tilted some of the chairs towards the table, I guess to tell us that the chairs were taken. It was kind of funny though cuz that girl was staring my girl down as we passed... haha. We had no interest in those chairs so to us it was like, "Wowww... it's serious here." haha. Even though it was kind of rude to stare somebody down for some chairs that my girl and I never even thought about, it was kind of funny. We understand, but "Wow". haha.

Anybody get their signed stuff authenticated? I got mine by PSA DNA... I only got carried away with it cuz I don't think I need it, since I'm not planning on selling it, so... waste of money on my part.


I was joking with LT like I have done in the past.

He and Kassim have been at SDSU vs TCU football games and have friendly rivalries. I have joked with him at those games and he has joked back with me.

The big joke is that SDSU's football team is GOD AWFUL. It's funny that anyone would even think that. I have gotten huge laughs from players like Igor when i ask him why their college (in his case University of Oregon) is afraid to schedule SDSU.

I guess you just gotta know college football to understand it...

[Left Hook]

Sorry, I didn't remember everything about your post, that's why I had said "I read earlier." I just remembered somebody joking college football, but just didn't want to back track to see which college since I had remembered it in the middle of my paragraph. Good joke... bad timing. You gotta figure about every other fan there probably tried to throw their own jokes at him. Probably had enough. Not defending him, but this is just what I think, based on my experience. I knew every fan was gonna try to stand out and try to say something witty, I think that's just how we are. I just kept it simple though, I think that was better.

[SAboltfan53]

anyone know where to buy ant sigs from the signing???
and also i know a few of you have done mail in items and hope they get signed and returned how do find an adress of where to send that stuff???? and how exactly does that work??/

[loumud]

Dont get me wrong I love LT, on the field he is the greatest asset a team can hope for, however all the talk about players agents making them go or whatever is BS. Its completly up to LT to sign his gtsm contract, he doesn't need the money, he is willingly there, he could have canceled as did reggie bush and others, he was there because he wanted to be there, so for him to go and then be a jerk to his fans who are paying for his auto is just wrong. And the idea that you're paying for the auto and if they happen to be in a good mood is extra is also BS, if you just wanted the auto you could go buy it from a shop, people are going out of their way flying or driving to san jose, buying items, paying for the auto, because they want to meet the player and get the auto in person, they dont have to be leaving the outgoing message on cell phones, they could have common courtesy that you generally give a stranger in any situation tho.

Also, as far as the authenticating, I'm not sure about this, MB or some of the other more experienced guys would probably know, but even if you're not planning on selling it wouldn't you need it authenticated for insurance purposes? If not then I have a feeling my car is about to get broken into and all 400 autographed walter payton jerseys are about to get stolen. Thats a joke stupid people who take things too seriosly, I'd say who I mean but IDntNameNames.
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Fellow collectors,

I think the authentication issue is interesting. I've been collecting autos seriously for about 10 years now, and I always get them authenticated whenever possible. Most of my collection I have no intention of ever selling, but occasionally I like to trade for other items, or even sell some items to free up money to buy other things. Authenticated items will almost always command higher prices than non-authenticated items. I realize that there are some die-hards out there that think authentication is ridiculous and would never sell anything in their collection, but is it really? I mean, we collect memorabilia and autographs much like others collect fine art and expensive antiques. I consider my sports memorabilia my passion, but in actuality it is also part of my overall assets. As none of us are infallible to losing jobs or running into financial difficulty, I think it's somewhat comforting knowing that I at least have these items around that I could liquidate if I needed to. So, why would we sell ourselves short by not getting things authenticated when the opportunity presents itself knowing that it adds value to our items? I’ve paid a lot of money for many of my pieces. So, I want them to hold their value as much as possible, and authentication helps me accomplish that.

In general, all the holograms and stickers add is an added sense of security for someone looking to purchase the item second-hand. Some people say that a good collector knows the autographs they collect and shouldn't need any hologram to tell them that the item is real. But, I remember reading an interview several years ago in which Ted Williams (when he was still alive) stated that forgers had gotten so good at signing his autograph on memorabilia that even he couldn't tell the difference between his real autograph and a fake! Personally, I also kind of like the holograms and stickers on some of my items – especially 8x10s. I think it adds to the overall aesthetic appeal.

Finally, as much as I love my collection and cherish it every day, it would be foolish to think that I will live forever to appreciate it. One thing I know for sure is that my wife definitely does NOT share my passion for collecting sports memorabilia. She loves my collection about as much as I love her Celine Dion and Enya cd collection! I also don't have any kids just yet to pass my collection down to. So, knowing that my wife or my family would likely sell a good part of my collection in the event I passed, I would definitely want them to get as much as they could for my items if they liquidated them.

Anyway, sorry for the long post, but I think this debate on authenticating items is a very interesting one. I just saw some posts from people who seemed to be against authentication and thought I would add my two cents on the pros of getting it done. No opinion is right or wrong - it just is what it is!

[ScootMagroot]

speaking of authentication.....at the GT show was LT putting the stickers on? and was it automatic that his autos were getting one, or did you have to pay extra for his hologram?

[Meanz business]

I like the idea of having memorbilia authenticated, but only when done by a reputible company. Steiner Sports, PSA/DNA, GAI, Mounted Memories & Upper Deck are all on top of this field. The personal holograms are a nice touch as it shows that atleast the athlete has given it their "stamp" of approval/authentication.
Having an item with multiple authentications makes the item even more full proof, as it shows the autograph has past numerous verifications as opposed to just a single approval.

[pete R0Q]

I know this is a little late.. Eric Weddle was at City Hall in Escondido today.. they said today is Weddle day

[loumud]

the players at the GTSM Show whom have Holo's, had personnel with them waiting after the player signed they would ask if you want the Holo on your Item... which really isn't an Authentication of any kind because over 90% of my LT signed Items don't have the LT Holo on it but I know that LT signed it and they all have PSA/DNA on them though... because I'm one that knows I wont live forever and that my wife, who also hates my Memorbillia Collection, would have it to liquidate of to leave to my kids which ever they prefer... so I too would say that I'm a true believer in Authentications, but you have to get a good one (i.e. PSA/DNA)

Agreed with - 100%! Not all authentications are created equal. A COA or LOA to me is pretty much worthless unless there is an accompanying tamper-proof matching hologram or sitcker with a serial number on it affixed to the item itself. Or, unless the LOA or COA has photos of the item showing easily identifiable characteristics of the item itself, such as ball marks or grass stains on game used items, like PSA/DNA and Grey Flannel provide.

Case in point - the recent Antonio Gates signing at Horton Plaza back in December. I purchased the $7 COAs for the 3 items I had signed thinking that this company would realize they were in the 21st century and would have matching holograms or stickers with them. Not only was this one of the absolute worst-organized signings I have ever been to, but when I was finished getting my items signed I realized that there was nothing additional to it; only the paper certs that I was given. To me this was definitely $21 worth of certs that was wasted!

One recent trend that I do like is that there are a lot of players now providing their own tamper-proof holograms on their items in top of whatever else is provided. I'm happy to see players taking strides to ensure that the market does have authentic signed items available, although I'm not particularly thrilled at some of the prices that are being charged for their autographs. That is a separate discussion all together.

And, I'm happy to see that I'm not the only collector in the world with a marital unit who is not particularly happy with my addiction for collecting autographs and sports memorabilia! Hats off to all of you who go about your passion everyday while receiving an earful from the spouse when you get home. You make the world a better place!

[Charger31]

About the holograms provided by the players. on gtsm's site it said drew brees would have his own hologram. i never got one. what up wit that?

[pete R0Q]

bolt pride, that's an awesome helmet. Where did you get the Schutt one?

[pete R0Q]

http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k69/peter0q/weedle_day_w_pete-3.jpghttp://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k69/peter0q/weedle_day_w_pete.jpg


from eric weddle day

[Borhan]

Nice helmet Boltpride! Whered you get it? Well I got my Proline helmet in and I noticed that the bolt on the helmet comes lower than the ones the player use. Does everybody else have one like this?:helmet


http://img228.imageshack.us/img228/7559/h1cb2.jpg

[pete R0Q]

my proline seems to be likes yours too

[AFLChargers]

I collect autographed Topps cards of Chargers players, and have a pretty extensive collection. I am in need of obtaining signed Topps cards of a handful of guys from the 1990s - Wayne Walker, Leslie O'Neal, Ronnie Harmon, Marion Butts, Nate Lewis, Courtney Hall and Gill Byrd.

If anyone has any of these, please send me a PM. I can then tell you which specific cards that I need. I am happy to trade and/or purchase them. I will make it worth your time!

Thanks, Todd Tobias

[chonrsinway8]

Whoa, pete R0Q. Didn't know you were on this board. This is Christian. Used to play ball with you and Jason and Francis and ur brother. Whats up?

And damn, Weddle in Escondido yesterday? Had no idea. Would have definitely came out for that one.

[dean619]

Just thought that I would post some of my picture's from the GTSM Show in San Jose...

I got my daughter with Cro and the Family with LT... I got both to sign a ball for me
http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee246/boltpride619/01.jpg

and I got my Schutt Helmet and my 2008 Pro Bowl Jersey signed... I had him Inscribe "Back to Back Rushing Titles"
http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee246/boltpride619/02.jpg


Nice stuff boltpride. See, LT does smile.

[Borhan]

Apparently LTs helmet is up on ebay:

http://i7.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/df/1e/48ef_1.JPG

http://i17.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/df/1e/495f_1.JPG
http://i11.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/df/1e/4a28_1.JPG
I wonder how they got the facemask:helmet

[Bolt Cola]

Apparently LTs helmet is up on ebay:

http://i7.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/df/1e/48ef_1.JPG

http://i17.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/df/1e/495f_1.JPG
http://i11.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/df/1e/4a28_1.JPG
I wonder how they got the facemask:helmet
the only thing I don't like about that is that LT's inscription is his accomplishments he had not wearing that helmet...bugs me a little but thats just me

[babyvan26]

Just thought that I would post some of my picture's from the GTSM Show in San Jose...

I got my daughter with Cro and the Family with LT... I got both to sign a ball for me
http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee246/boltpride619/01.jpg

and I got my Schutt Helmet and my 2008 Pro Bowl Jersey signed... I had him Inscribe "Back to Back Rushing Titles"
http://i230.photobucket.com/albums/ee246/boltpride619/02.jpg

I like the Ball that Cro signed for you. I wasn't sure what to get him on so I passed hoping I might get him at Fanfest. The PB Jersey is very sweet, the sig came out very nice.

If I might make a suggestion, and this is only with Prova, you might want to have the sticker placed on the inside of the collar. When I got Emmitt, LT and Faulk thats where I put them. Just so as not to make the # to busy with all the stickers. The Holograms are fine, but their Prova Sticker is huge.

[ScootMagroot]

Apparently LTs helmet is up on ebay:

http://i7.ebayimg.com/08/i/000/df/1e/48ef_1.JPG

http://i17.ebayimg.com/01/i/000/df/1e/495f_1.JPG
http://i11.ebayimg.com/07/i/000/df/1e/4a28_1.JPG
I wonder how they got the facemask:helmet

id just like to know where he got the facemask from. it looks a little too blue, but still good. and that might be from the flash

[Borhan]

I think the seller has an inside source from the Charger equipment team because if you look at his other listings, he has game worn gloves from LT and Cromartie.

[pete R0Q]

Whoa, pete R0Q. Didn't know you were on this board. This is Christian. Used to play ball with you and Jason and Francis and ur brother. Whats up?

And damn, Weddle in Escondido yesterday? Had no idea. Would have definitely came out for that one.


oh whats up chris.. yeah.. i was at work and one of my clients works at city hall.. she was the one in charge of the whole thing or something just told me.. since i work right across the street i just ran over there at 4... haha.. too bad i dont have access to this page while im at work..

[pete R0Q]

:layupI just want that facemask

[ScootMagroot]

where did you get the chargers stamp on them?

[ScootMagroot]

nobody is interested in buying your stuff

[ScootMagroot]

i didnt say i wasnt interested. go back and read the posts. we collect here, get them on our own, we dont buy, we dont sell.

[xtra-innings]

good, I wasnt offering it to you then, just putting it out there. Pay retail that is fine.

I'll stay mum on this one...:rolleyes: If anyone is interested with some of your merchandise, they can PM you with inquiries so this does not turn into something personal between threaders. We went down this ugly road once before on a former thread.

To each his/her own, it's their collection and what they decide to do with it is their perogative. I am not the mouthpiece for everyone and don't intend to be; I just don't want to turn this into something negative. :Cheers:

[xXCharger BoyXx]

I Heard about the chargers bowling event or sumtin like that from a friend, anyone got any info on that?

[Borhan]

Wow that is awesome, although I think McFarlane is going to actually make a Cromartie figure:logo

[ScootMagroot]

upload them to photobucket and then you can add the photo into the board

[pete R0Q]

what kind of helmet does LT wear? that ebay one says schutt but the chin strap is riddell....does anyone know. I am going to make the masks and if all goes well I will make several and sell some, I'll keep you posted.


I have a bunch of signatures of many of the chargers, I do sell them if any are interested. All are real most are aythenticated.


check your pm

[Left Hook]

I'm with you on that... those were the season before this helmet to me that is worthless... but I'm hardcore on what I get signed also... heck I was lucky to get the Ball in time for the GTSM show that LT signed it has Tagliabue for the Commissioner and the fact that it is an Authentic On The Field Ball made it right for me to have LT sign and add "2006 MVP" (even though I asked for "2006 NFL MVP") it just wouldn't of been the same with Goodell for the Commissioner on the ball seeing that Tagliabue was the Commissioner, so I used the Goodell ball for Cro

If you check the pics of LT hoisting the ball in the air, after he beat the record, the ball had Goodell's signature on the ball. Maybe I misunderstood your post, but when LT beat the record in '06, Goodell's signature was on that ball. Was Tagliabue the commissioner regardless of Goodell's sig on the ball?

edit:

From Wikipedia:

Goodell was chosen on August 8, 2006, to succeed Paul Tagliabue and assumed office on September 1—the date Tagliabue set to leave office.

[jlloyd]

Got it, thanks for the help...will have some pics of the face mask posibly next week.

[OTISBURG]

I went to a football signing convention in San Jose this past weekend. LT and Cromartie among other football players were there signing autographs and taking photos. (of course you had to pay for both) but it was still alot of fund and both Cro and LT were very nice.

LT was nice and very quiet but still pretty cool for fans. :21:

Cromartie was also very nice and happy to do his one handed INT pose for fans.:helmet

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg309/gsiagut/LT.jpg

http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg309/gsiagut/Cro.jpg

[EnFuego]

No wonder the ball stuck in his hands for that pick, look at the size of them.

[Charger31]

when is :56: gonna do another show? and what about Neal he is my idol as a fellow fullback!

[Schiess]

Anyone going to this to stalk the red carpet? If so what time are you guys gonna be there?

Saturday March 8 2008
Junior Seau 2008 Legends Party
8pm
$55 admission
Guest of honor Marshall Faulk, Junior Seau and many other NFL stars attend as well.
http://www.juniorseau.org/


I'll be hittin' the carpet tomorrow. I bought a few 8x10's on Ebay (John Lynch, Jason Taylor, Ronnie Lott, and Warren Moon), and have a few other pics as well. I've had good success at the party in years past (Taylor and Moon signed quite a bit), so it'll be woth the trip if I can get at least one of 'em signed. I don't have anything for Eric Dickerson to sign, but he signed a 3x5 for me last time. I'd like to get something I can display.

[RAWDOGG]

Another moved thread .......that has been popular in GD since 10/07

[Charger31]

Any Upcoming Rivers Signing? I Mean Does He Ever Do Them?

[RAWDOGG]

Any Upcoming Rivers Signing? I Mean Does He Ever Do Them?

No, he is too busy with all his kids and you know rehabbing http://forums.chargers.com/images/icons/icon7.gif

[Charger31]

No, he is too busy with all his kids and you know rehabbing http://forums.chargers.com/images/icons/icon7.gif
yah good point

[Charger31]

THe LOOT from san jose...http://img353.imageshack.us/img353/5888/newpix085xw9.th.jpg (http://img353.imageshack.us/my.php?image=newpix085xw9.jpg)

http://img357.imageshack.us/img357/791/newpix088sn8.th.jpg (http://img357.imageshack.us/my.php?image=newpix088sn8.jpg)
dude that is sweetness! how much did that loot cost?how do you afford that?

[Charger31]

Too much...LOL...i saved my pennies for a couple of months..Anyone have a proline patriots helmet they want to sell? for tomorrow night ;)
lol thats not gonna happen. well it might. but at my house we dont believe in the patriots so we dont keep any of their stuff

[Charger31]

Do any of you know why at san jose drew brees wasnt givin his holograms

[ScootMagroot]

it wasnt really him signing it was his clone...so it wasnt really authentic. if he had been putting them on, he could have been sued.

[xXCharger BoyXx]

damn it took me like an hour to find this thread again lol

[ScootMagroot]

easy way to find thread tip #1: search....autograph

[Meanz business]

Great seeing everyone (RandomTask, BoltFan73, BoltPride619, BoltCola, Fouts14) last night @ the Anthony Miller signing. Got to meet yet another contributor to this thread Colt27
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/Sports%20Athletes/AnthonyMiller.jpg

[Meanz business]

Here are some pics I took at last weekends' San Jose show:
Emmitt Smith
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/Sports%20Athletes/EmmittSmith.jpg

LT signing my game-used helmet
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/Sports%20Athletes/Tomlinsonhelmet.jpg

Marshall Faulk signing my Rams helmet with the 2000 NFL MVP inscription
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/Sports%20Athletes/Faulk.jpg

[gochargers.21]

Dang Marsall looks like such a pleasant guy

[jlloyd]

Nice....where did you get the game used helmet????? Been trying to get one for years.

[jlloyd]

How do you save the thread as a fav??

[ChargersFan55]

How do you save the thread as a fav??
Go to thread tools at the top abd click on "subscribe to thread"

[Meanz business]

Nice....where did you get the game used helmet????? Been trying to get one for years.

I bought it on www.nflauction.nfl.com (http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/) last year for $4800. Just a few weeks ago, they also had game worn jerseys & pants for Tomlinson, Gates, Rivers & Merriman. The pants don't fetch too much ($800-$1400), but the jerseys commanded over $3k each easily with LTs gear fetching the most.

[ScootMagroot]

I bought it on www.nflauction.nfl.com (http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/) last year for $4800. Just a few weeks ago, they also had game worn jerseys & pants for Tomlinson, Gates, Rivers & Merriman. The pants don't fetch too much ($800-$1400), but the jerseys commanded over $3k each easily with LTs gear fetching the most.

S#!t, for $4800 the $200 to have him sign it doesnt look bad at all

[ScootMagroot]

got another TTM today, basketballs Dirk Nowitzki

[Schiess]

There's a rumor going around the show last night that Cro signing might be cancelled next weekend. Anyone heard anything?

I panicked after reading this and called Field of Dreams today. As of right now, Cro has NOT cancelled and the store hasn't heard any rumors or possibilities of cancellation...signing STILL ON!!

Thanks for the scare, RT...LOL

[Bolt Cola]

I panicked after reading this and called Field of Dreams today. As of right now, Cro has NOT cancelled and the store hasn't heard any rumors or possibilities of cancellation...signing STILL ON!!

Thanks for the scare, RT...LOLthanks for calling. i heard the rumors last night too, but i didnt want to call and get bad news

[Left Hook]

I finally got my authentic customized Cromartie jersey, and right now I have a regular silver sharpie and a silver oil-based paint marker sharpie. Which one should I give to Cro to sign my Away jersey?

Or is there a different color or type of marker I should use?

[gochargers.21]

Dang it I wanted to go to this so badly but I was stuck up in LB. How was the turnout? Mob scene?

[ScootMagroot]

well....here is what I came away with today: Dave Stewart Baseball (Oakland A's), Eric Dickerson football, Warren Moon Football ( sorry Glenn, should have stayed a minute longer )

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii75/ScootMagroot/P3090337.jpg

[Meanz business]

Yeah, it was decent night. Warren Moon passed us by the first time promising to come back out. Well he did, 60 seconds after I got in my car. Christian Okoye walked by as well. But my main objective was Natrone Means....and that one was a success! Besides Means, I got Carney on my SuperBowl XXIX team helmet & Doug Wilkerson on my '82 team helmet.
My son got Junior Seau, Eric Dickerson, Doug Wilkerson, Sterling Sharpe on his NFL mini.

Stayed for about 3 hours and time flew past since there was a small group of us regulars bunched together (BoltPride 619, ScootMagroot, FlipJTree & Aurelio) The fun part was trying to identify all the VIPs. Our small contigent was about 75% on our identifying skills.

[Schiess]

I had a few successes at the party myself. Got Moon on an 8x10; he took his time and gave me a really nice signature. Got Seau on the SI cover and Carney on a 5x7. I had 8x10's for Lynch, Taylor, and Lott, but they obviously didn't show up. Other than that, I was pretty much unprepared, as I got Okoye, Dickerson, Ogden, Fiedler, Martz, and Dave Stewart on 3x5 cards. Also got Carlton on a 3x5 for the wife, since she loved those goofy TV shows.

Faulk wasn't quite as rude as he usually is; this time he was declining in his own arrogant smartass way. When he finally acknowledged a few of us there, he made comments like "Why should I come over there and sign for you guys, when I'll have to sign for everyone else?" and "How about I come over there and sign for just one of you?" He could take some serious lessons from Seau and Moon, who signed for everyone who bum-rushed him in the parking lot. He signed for me right in the middle of the road in front of the restaurant.

Met the Jedi himself, MB, along with finally meeting Flip Tree, Scoot, and Bolt Pride. A most excellent bunch o' guys if I do say so myself.

[Meanz business]

From last nights Seau's Legends Party.

Alfonso "Carlton" Rebeiro signing an 8x10 for Will (BoltPride 619)
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/AlfonsoRebiero.jpg

LA Rams great Eric Dickerson
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/EricDickerson.jpg

And Charger favorite Natrone Means
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s146/RareAirResto/NatroneMeans.jpg

[vasquez619]

that drew brees golf tournament is it only for nfl players?

[ChargersFan55]

Anyone know how to remove a sharpie or pernament marker on a mini helmet?

[Charger31]

I was thinking about going to CJ's signing in May for Matt Whilhem. Its very cheap but for me its an hour ride there and back. Is it worth it? If so what should I have him sign?

[xXCharger BoyXx]

I was thinking about going to CJ's signing in May for Matt Whilhem. Its very cheap but for me its an hour ride there and back. Is it worth it? If so what should I have him sign?
Wheres That Gonna Be And When??

[xXCharger BoyXx]

ITS AT THE SCOTTISH RITE CENTER 1895 Camino del Rio South San Diego, California FRIDAY MAY 2ND. THEY HAVE A CARD SHOW THE FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH EVERY MONTH AND REGULARLY HAVE SOMEONE SIGNING FOR THE PRICE OF ADMISSION. THE SHOW OPENS AT 5PM AND THE SIGNER USUALLY APPEARS AT 6-7PM. LAST FRIDAY EX CHARGER ANTHONY MILLER APPEARED, NEXT MONTH FORMER CHARGER AND UNIVERSITY OF PITT ALUM BURT GROSSMAN WILL BE SIGNING.
Cool, Thanks Man, U Gonna Go???:logo

[xXCharger BoyXx]

Hey Fliptree...Was there anyone in the party with balls, etc...i could have sworn i saw a few people go in with stuff?
I Bet They Snuck Em In

[Bolt Cola]

Wheres That Gonna Be And When??if you check the front page of this thread, it is updated with all info about upcoming signings, Random Task does a great job of keeping it up to date.

[loumud]

Hi everyone,

I am working on a couple of articles that Autograph Collector Magazine is interested in. One is about the merits of getting your autographs professionally authenticated. I would be looking for perspectives on both sides of the issue. You may recall that I posted something earlier about this issue on this forum. The second article is about properly displaying your autographed items to reduce damage to them (i.e. fading, sun damage, etc).

For both pieces I am looking for experienced collectors who have been collecting autographs for at least 5-10 years or more. Please e-mail me at: loumud@yahoo.com if you would like to submit information for the articles. I will do this via an e-mail questionnaire that you can fill out on your own. I will also try and include your names as much as possible in the articles themselves. Thanks for all your help!

Louis

[ScootMagroot]

ive pretty much done the same thing. i got most of my collection on photobucket, and a word doc of everything plus pictures of everything on my comp

[Schiess]

I called the number for the John Lynch celebrity golf tournament today, and they told me it was a private course; no outsiders. No autograph opportunities unless you pay to play in the tournament. The lady was gonna fax me a list of players that have confirmed to be there, but I never got it.

[Boltzzfanlt21]

does anyone know what events are
comming up?

[Boltzzfanlt21]

thanks man huge props to randomtask he was a huge member of that first thread and its awesome to see him running this one as well as the one before this

[pit-bolt58]

thats nice

[jlloyd]

Man when I get these masks done I guess I should sell them for a couple hundred....according the the game helmet guy. Not too mention my mask will be more accurate than that one. How much would people be willing to pay for a replica...either painted or powder coated?

[aurelio]

hey, it was nice to finally meet some of the threaders at the legends party.

on a seperate note, what is the ROOKIE SYMPOSIUMS?

[ScootMagroot]

WHAT THIS SYMPOSIUMS ABOUT IS ITS A CLINIC OR I WOULD SAY THE NFLS VERSION OF A BAR MITZVAH WITHOUT ALL THE RELIGOUS

APSECTS OF IT. BASICALLY ITS HELD FOR ALL NFL ROOKIES ON WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE LIFE OF NFL AND BEING ABLE TO MAINTAIN

A NORMAL LIFE, WITHOUT GETTING CAUGHT UP WITH ALL THE GLAMOUR AND NEGATIVE ASPECTS THAT GO ALONG WITH IT. SOME

GUEST SPEAKERS THAT MIGHT APPEAR ARE PEOPE WHO HAVE HAD A RUN IN WITH THE LAW (RAY LEWIS,PACMAN JONES ETC)

there you go

[jlloyd]

is that worth going too? Do the new players have to be there or is it a choice?

[ScootMagroot]

its most of your top draft picks. could be good, could be a failure too

[LARGEnCHARGE]

just dumped all of my messages...freed up twelve pages..

[Charger31]

wow
only 108 now!

[Fouts14]

BUMP

Let me know if any is interested in my 16x20 for this Saturday's signing. I'm asking $15 for it.

I've had requests about which picture. Here you go.

http://www.ballen-photos.com/photos/product_info.php?products_id=25491 (http://www.ballen-photos.com/photos/product_info.php?products_id=25491)

[CrimeTime31]

BUMP

Let me know if any is interested in my 16x20 for this Saturday's signing. I'm asking $15 for it.

Fouts14 - check your PM. Thanks.

[Meanz business]

Thats the great thing with paid signings tho, if you have a ticket you are getting an auto, if for some reason there are 100s of people and I dont get my stuff signed, especially after the whole "cancelation" field of dreams is gonna be in for a rude legal awakening.

XX Radio continually plays the announcement 3-4 times an hour. Funny thing, the ad says "Come meet Cromartie at Field of Dreams in Fashion Valley" Yet ZERO mention that a ticket must be purchased in order to get an autograph. Seems a little deceptive to me. If I heard the ad and went down there, I'd be both PO'd & disappointed finding out I had to pay! :mad:

[jlloyd]

that is what they do, you get there and then figure you might as well pay for it since you are all ready there.

[Charger31]

wow! i went to san jose for his auto and now im really happy. fields of dreams is just toatally screwing everyone over!

[Bolt Cola]

the ad only says "meet" cromartie....nothing about autographs.....but i think it is shady and poor practice of the part of Field of Dreams

[Monty Montezuma]

Still even tho it only says meet cromartie anyone whos been to any of the other xx things would assume it was free, I bet whats gonna happen is that they'll probably have a bunch of tickets left and try to sell them for the original price and then if they still have more they'll discount them. This is basicly a textbook example of bait and switch, same thing with the $15 thing they switched to $40, its not cool and its totally illegal.

Here we go again with the whining about Field of Dreams and the Cromartie signing. If you don't like the prices, the advertising, the date switch, etc, it's simple - don't buy tickets and don't go.

[SDFAN08]

Does anyone know how many tickets they sold? When i got mine they said they sold about fifty and that was two weeks ago.




so what time are you guys going to the crow signing, it starts at 1200, whats a good time to go without being number 200 in line

[Schiess]

I'll be at the Cro signing; I got my ticket a couple weeks ago. The only thing that bothers me is the thought of it being cancelled again. I've got my 16x20 of The Interception ready to go, I don't care that I had to pay $40 for the sig, and I want to get the damn thing signed already!!

I'll be leaving my job in Vista between 10 and 10:30 in hopes of getting there no later than 11.

[gochargers.21]

As long as you have a ticket already, does it really matter what time you get there? As long as you get there between 12 and 2?

[Schiess]

I dont like being told one price, driving all the way to SD (75 miles) then being told the price is almost tripled from what I was originally quoted, I also dont like taking the 23rd off from work (giving up about $250) and then finding out its changed dates so that I can take the 15th off and give up another $250-400. Any further questions or complaints I'd be happy to answer for you in person at the cromartie appearance, see you there ;)

Agreed, SCB. That does suck. Try explaining that to them when you get there, maybe they'll give you a discount if you get a little huffy with them.

[jlloyd]

did Lt sign at the Seau event?

[pete R0Q]

so what time are you guys going to the crow signing, it starts at 1200, whats a good time to go without being number 200 in line

I live in escondido, and plan on leaving around 10ish

[chonrsinway8]

^same here

[BoltzR1]

Well i hope the CRO signing come thru... its a long drive and the gas price nowadays is ridiculous. Thank God and my wife loves to shop at Fashion Valley, so i cant complain especially if shes driving, shes more excited than i (you know shopping). I will leave around 930 and should be there by 1015... Should i bring a beach chair? :helmet

[chonrsinway8]

Well this figures.....CROMARTIE WILL NOT BE SIGNING TOMORROW!Just called and they said there has been some conflict of schedule or something. The new date is TBD.Let the ranting begin!

[chonrsinway8]

6192979148. Go to work haha!

[LARGEnCHARGE]

Well this figures.....CROMARTIE WILL NOT BE SIGNING TOMORROW!Just called and they said there has been some conflict of schedule or something. The new date is TBD.Let the ranting begin!


No need to rant---He cancels in SD for the boat show, cancels on the 1st attempt with FoD in SD, SHOWS up in SAN JOSE on time, cancels again for the 2nd attempt in SD...Hmmm? Is that funny or what?

[gochargers.21]

Not that I am a fan of FOD but I just spoke to them and they said its CRO that keeps rescheduling. I am not surprised after the boat show, 1st FOD signing now this. So I think its mostly CRO's fault or whoever is managing this stuff on his side. Does he even make his offseason home here? I bet hes not even in CA right now....sigh. This really blows. I feel especially bad for you guys who are taking days off for this.

[Kerrstyn]

Hello! This is Kerrstyn. I am an employee at Field of Dreams: Fashion Valley. I'm posting to announce that the signing scheduled for tomorrow, March 15, is rescheduled. We do not have a set date for the new signing yet.

If you have or want tickets call or email us with your name and phone number and we will get back to you when we have the new date.

619-297-9148
fashionvalley@fieldofdreams.com

We do apologize for any inconvenience!! Hope to see you soon!!!

[Kerrstyn]

Awww we couldn't sell all our outragously priced tickets so there a "conflict of schedule". I cant wait till I actually do go to FoD. Isn't it funny how the conflicts of schedule keep happening a few days before the date? Maybe because they keep trying to sell out their tickets and they cant? I think I'm gonna have to call and see what they plan to do for me now since I've taken off 2 days losing over $600 cash. Does anyone have the number to FoD so I can give them a friendly call?
Hello! This is Kerrstyn. I'm an employee at FOD. We are just as disappointed as everyone else that Cro keeps rescheduling on us. Apparently he is having personal problems. We do not have a set amount of tickets to sell, in other words, there is no quota. We have actually sold more tickets for this signing than any other. This is as much of an inconvenience for us at the store as it is for you. Please give us a friendly call with your name and number so that we can call you back when we have another date scheduled. Hope you have a good weekend anyway! :)

[alan]

Wow, this guy seems to really not like Field of Dreams. Obviously he hasn't been to any signings there before, or maybe anywhere else if he expects anyone to have Tomlinson at $15. As someone who has been to almost every signing they've had, I also wonder why he seems to think that they are somehow lax on regulating the times. Every signing I have been to has been controlled as well as could be expected. The only exceptions were when the athlete was late, which is hardly the store's fault. SouthernCalBolt should get his facts straight before spouting off.

[alan]

Outrageously priced tickets? Have you ever even been to any other signings? Do you have any idea what you're even talking about? Athletes sometimes bow out of these things. That's how it goes sometimes. Anyone that goes to these things knows that, but you obviously don't. And the stores don't set the prices for these things. If you think the prices are too high, talk to the players and their agents. I very rarely ever go onto these things to read what people have to say, and this is why....because there is always someone that doesn't know what they are talking about that insists on putting their 2 cents in anyway. I think I'll leave and let the rest of you deal with this bozo, SouthernCalBolt.

[xtra-innings]

I think we're going "Off Topic" here (again). As in the past, threaders who have differing opinions should PM each other and not make it available for everyone to read. Let's keep this thread as informative as we can about sigs and collections...:Cheers:

[Charger31]

can anyone help me with training camp autos? i have no clue what is going on!

[Bolt Cola]

man, this is really getting annoying...scheduling around stuff then having it get cancelled the day before sucks, and I really want CRO, i think that at the very least they should offer some type of discount rate for those who have already purchased tickets although I know that won't happen.

[pete R0Q]

can anyone help me with TTMs? i'm not sure where to begin

[ScootMagroot]

can anyone help me with TTMs? i'm not sure where to begin


who are you trying to get?

[ChargersFan55]

can anyone help me with training camp autos? i have no clue what is going on!
Go to Chargers Park during mini or training camp, find a good spot, and hope the good players sign ur stuff.

[babyvan26]

Go to Chargers Park during mini or training camp, find a good spot, and hope the good players sign ur stuff.


Better yet, have your girlfriend or wife wear something low cut and some short short shorts,...............that should work!

[ScootMagroot]

thats the trick. my girl has helped me with a lot. If they look at me and dont want to sign for me, i give it to her, and she calls them over to her to sign it...hahaha.

[Charger31]

need help on TTM. anyone have rivers? or maybe weddle?? their address of course.

[Charger31]

need help on TTM. anyone have rivers? or maybe weddle?? their address of course.

[babyvan26]

Kids and hot girlfriends/wives = tons of autos at Training Camp

Yep, that'll work.................but it's works best if it gets my appproval first ;) Please submit photo(s) of your wives and/or girlfriends (& in some cases, BOTH) in skimpy outfits directly to me via email.

Ya Baby!!!!!!!!! that's what I'm talking about! lol

[Charger31]

need help on TTM. anyone have rivers? or maybe weddle?? their address of course.

[FlipTreeJ]

need help on TTM. anyone have rivers? or maybe weddle?? their address of course.

Don't have their direct addresses, but here is the Chargers address:

San Diego Chargers
4020 Murphy Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92123

Good luck.

[AztecMaverick]

need help on TTM. anyone have rivers? or maybe weddle?? their address of course.


Both of them have a 0% success rate since they started with the chargers... according to sportscollectors.net

[AztecMaverick]

American Icon (sean) and Cj's (Monty) are usually pretty good about their prices for shows... I would just wait to see if they get them in this year...


BTW Why would Field of Dreams PURPOSEFULLY reschedule when they know that people will get angry and possibly ask for refunds... That would be a huge PR nightmare for them.

Why not give them the benefit of the doubt?

ALSO, do you really think they purposefully raised their rates, or could it be that ONE employee had the wrong price on his mind?

[loumud]

American Icon (sean) and Cj's (Monty) are usually pretty good about their prices for shows... I would just wait to see if they get them in this year...


BTW Why would Field of Dreams PURPOSEFULLY reschedule when they know that people will get angry and possibly ask for refunds... That would be a huge PR nightmare for them.

Why not give them the benefit of the doubt?

ALSO, do you really think they purposefully raised their rates, or could it be that ONE employee had the wrong price on his mind?

Regarding Field of Dreams, I spoke with Mark over there, who I think is the owner, when the news of the first rescheduling came out. I asked his specifically about the disparity between what they were originally selling the tickets for and then the huge increase in prices later. He said that he had been waiting for a while to get the tickets from their corporate office so he could start selling them to the public. But, since they were dragging their feet getting the tickets out to the store, he went ahead and started selling some based upon what he though the prices would go for since he didn't want to keep turning business away. So, it was a gamble he took on his end which didn't pan out for him once the corporate office finally released the ticket prices (but it did for some of us who bought advance tickets!). Anyway, from this I deduce that player appearances are probably usually negotiated through FOD's corporate office, and not necessarily by the individual franchise locations. I could be wrong, though!

[UNDERDOGS]

IVE GOT 5 TICKETS THAT ILL STILL USE WHENEVER THIS SIGNING HAPPENS BUT THANK GOD IVE GOT HIM AT TRAINING CAMP CAUSE THIS YEAR ITS GONNA BE CRAZY TRYING TO GET HIM

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[Boltpride 619]

this follows the previous posting but this is the 2008 Camp LT info for the parents interseted in signing up the kids...

Camp LT San Diego
Hoover High School
April 19, 2008
The LaDainian Tomlinson Football Camp (Camp L.T.) is open to 350 middle and high school level students. Campers are separated by grade and ability to receive hands-on experience from a chosen group of NFL stars, college athletes and professional coaches.

learn fundamentals, along with inside tips of position play
participate in speed work and agility drills
study game strategy
take part in team competition
discover what it takes to be a champion
Camp L.T. is a free football camp that provides an invaluable opportunity for students to work one-on-one with some of professional and college football’s greatest players and coaches. In addition to outstanding sports instruction, Camp L.T. clearly emphasizes the importance of academic excellence.
Participants must be pre-registered to attend. Check-in is between 8:00 a.m.- 8:30 a.m. Camp L.T. will start promptly at 9:00 a.m. Please wear appropriate clothes to engage in activities. Must bring signed parent release form to participate.
Parents are welcome to attend all activities. Camp L.T. will end at 2:00 p.m.
.................................................. ...............................................

For more information, call Lamar Andrews at
619-871-4518 or via e-mail at andrewslamar@yahoo.com (andrewslamar@yahoo.com)

[xXCharger BoyXx]

Damn Lts Promos Are Expensive

[Charger31]

Damn Lts Promos Are Expensive
lol when have they been cheap?

[padjerry]

Good afternoon everyone! This is my first post, though I have been on this board for some time. I am good friends with AztecMaverick and have met some of you at the Charger signing events. There were a few odds and ends I wanted to get into discussions about.

* With regards to the LT Golf Tournament. I went last year and I will tell you that you should not expect LT to sign anything. Last year even the people who paid to play in the tournament were turned away for autographs. They were told that their signed items were in their thank you gift bags. There were really no non-playing autograph collectors there, so it wasn't as if LT was turning away hordes of people. If you do decide to go, make sure you dress like you belong. I wore a suit and was able to move freely through the clubhouse and player tent. Several Chargers were there and were accessible. Just make sure you look like you should be there.

* For members of sportscollectors.net, there is a new group function. I created a group called "San Diego Sports- Bolts and Friars." The Charger board forum is such a great resource. For those of us who also collect through the mail, I thought it would be cool to pool our abilities and see what we all can do.

* Has anyone had through the mail success for current Chargers other than at the Murphy Canyon address? And speaking of the Murphy Canyon address, has anyone had success TTM in the off-season? Granted, there really isn't much of an offseason anymore. I know AztecMaverick got Kassim and LT in the offseason, but I would like to get an idea of when I can send something in without sitting around for months on end.

* Did anyone go to the kick-off banquet last year? I signed up pretty close to the end and was at a table without a player. I was wondering if there was a secret to getting a table with a Charger, be it a big name or a practice squad guy. If you bought a full table the day tickets became availble, would that increase the liklihood of a table near the front of the stage? That event is still several months away, but hey, worth thinking about now.

* I know many people on this board have gotten jerseys signed by LT, Merriman, Gates, Rivers, etc. My question is who is the most unexpected player you have a signed jersey of? Do we have people displaying a Charlie Whitehurst autographed jersey or even an Andrew Pinncok? Just curious because I am a big jersey guy.

* And lastly, what are your opinions on framing jerseys. Commonly you see framed jerseys with a couple pins, photograph, cards and plaque in the matting. Is anyone else not a fan of this? I just think it is too busy and takes away from the jersey. OK, I think that is enough for now. I look forward to reading your responses and getting involved with this thread.

[Charger31]

* And lastly, what are your opinions on framing jerseys. Commonly you see framed jerseys with a couple pins, photograph, cards and plaque in the matting. Is anyone else not a fan of this? I just think it is too busy and takes away from the jersey. OK, I think that is enough for now. I look forward to reading your responses and getting involved with this thread.

framing jerseys is really expensive. try ultramountdisplays.com its only like 30 bucks and it looks cool

[Boltpride 619]

framing jerseys is really expensive. try ultramountdisplays.com its only like 30 bucks and it looks coolthose are ok if you are just hanging a jersey that isn't signed but if its signed I wouldn't use that because of the dust factor and the old "oops I shook my soda can and opened it sorry but I think some got on the Jersey on the wall... was that a real sig on that jersey?"
the way i look at it if you have a signed jersey and you want to display it you should frame it, however I too am not a fan of all the other items in the frame I want just the Jersey's in the frames...:layup

[FinishStrong56]

framing jerseys is really expensive. try ultramountdisplays.com its only like 30 bucks and it looks cool

Yeah, tell me about it. I just framed my LT jersey at Michael's for $370. And that was with the 50% off special. Thanks to Vieja's casino I was able to afford it.

[jlloyd]

If you want some sweet custom framing, my frame guy is in Sac but does framing like no other. if someone tells me how I can post some pics. he frames my mcfarlane figures in with the jerseys......looks great and like no one elses. He does that for 375, and frames a jersey in a normal setting for abou 225. Totaly custom and sweet....let me know how to show the pics

[mvandor]

If you want some sweet custom framing, my frame guy is in Sac but does framing like no other. if someone tells me how I can post some pics. he frames my mcfarlane figures in with the jerseys......looks great and like no one elses. He does that for 375, and frames a jersey in a normal setting for abou 225. Totaly custom and sweet....let me know how to show the pics

Would be interested in seeing these, I have used planetframe.com and have considered signaturecollectibles.com - both are over $300 for most frame jobs.

[LARGEnCHARGE]

If you want some sweet custom framing, my frame guy is in Sac but does framing like no other. if someone tells me how I can post some pics. he frames my mcfarlane figures in with the jerseys......looks great and like no one elses. He does that for 375, and frames a jersey in a normal setting for abou 225. Totaly custom and sweet....let me know how to show the pics

There are a few ways to post pics...I use www.imageshack.us (http://www.imageshack.us) to post...simply upload your pics into there, then copy and paste the code into your message here...pretty straight forward and you don't have to register to use the program...others use photobucket, etc...definitely want to see the mounted mcfarlane figures!!!

[jlloyd]

here is my Kobe, Jordan, and the framing I did for my brother's father in law.... can show more if wanted...my lt isnt done as I dont have a signed jersey yet....soon...I hope.
http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/3682/kobeframedjersey002eg0.th.jpg (http://img519.imageshack.us/my.php?image=kobeframedjersey002eg0.jpg)
http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/2623/jordanframed008vu5.th.jpg (http://img175.imageshack.us/my.php?image=jordanframed008vu5.jpg)
http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/4074/aug07217dv6.th.jpg (http://img329.imageshack.us/my.php?image=aug07217dv6.jpg)

[LARGEnCHARGE]

here is my Kobe, Jordan, and the framing I did for my brother's father in law.... can show more if wanted...my lt isnt done as I dont have a signed jersey yet....soon...I hope.
http://img519.imageshack.us/img519/3682/kobeframedjersey002eg0.th.jpg (http://img519.imageshack.us/my.php?image=kobeframedjersey002eg0.jpg)
http://img175.imageshack.us/img175/2623/jordanframed008vu5.th.jpg (http://img175.imageshack.us/my.php?image=jordanframed008vu5.jpg)
http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/4074/aug07217dv6.th.jpg (http://img329.imageshack.us/my.php?image=aug07217dv6.jpg)

ahh man! those are sweet!!!!

[jlloyd]

thanks, these pics dont do it justice but trust me when I say this guy does amazing work. I used to go to michaels when I had a 50% off but it still equaled more and is no where as sweet as his work. I wanted something different than anyone else or any sports bar...GOT IT...Thanks again...oh and here is my close to done lt mask.....more pics to come...
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/432/march08154gl3.th.jpg (http://img338.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march08154gl3.jpg)

[chonrsinway8]

If you live in the north county, drop by Legends Sportscards off of the 78 on Nordahl Rd. They have framed stuff like no other. The framer for this shop puts in mcfarlane figures, baseballs, bats, mini basketballs, mini helmets etc. into his framed pieces. By far some of the best stuff that I've seen.

And that mask is looking damn good. Good job.

[xXCharger BoyXx]

I Framed the picture in my Sig myself :)

[FlipTreeJ]

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r263/fliptreej/NewPictures.jpg

My first success through the mail John Madden in about three weeks time. Much props to xtra for the top notch address info!

[Danny]

thanks, these pics dont do it justice but trust me when I say this guy does amazing work. I used to go to michaels when I had a 50% off but it still equaled more and is no where as sweet as his work. I wanted something different than anyone else or any sports bar...GOT IT...Thanks again...oh and here is my close to done lt mask.....more pics to come...
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/432/march08154gl3.th.jpg (http://img338.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march08154gl3.jpg)

its looking good man, keep it up

[AztecMaverick]

If anyone is interested in either of these 16x20 photos signed or unsigned, PM me...

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/CRO16x20TD.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c130/aztecmaverick/CRO16x20int.jpg

[jlloyd]

what is that madden address...would love to get one

[Boltzzfanlt21]

wait when does training camp actually start and like become open to the public?

[FlipTreeJ]

Hey xtra, I PM'd you with a quick question.

[Boltpride 619]

wait when does training camp actually start and like become open to the public?Mini Camp is like around the end of May begining of June for three days and open to the public on Sat. and Sun. only....

Full Training Camp is like in July- Aug. and it is open to the public for like 3 weeks...

[babyvan26]

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r263/fliptreej/NewPictures.jpg

My first success through the mail John Madden in about three weeks time. Much props to xtra for the top notch address info!

WOW, That's incredible!!! You gotta be proud of that one. Nice bold signature on that ball...........great Job on getting that.

Xtra- love seeing those TTM cards. I have yet to try doing that and seems as if I have nothing to to loose. I'd like to get 8x10's signed, don't know if that is more difficult to get but I could use some for my Bar area.

[chonrsinway8]

Anybody know what exactly LT's helmet is made up of? Obviously the Schutt helmet and that particular facemask, but what about everything else, like chinstrap? My next project is to put together an LT helmet as close to what he wears as possible.

[mvandor]

Anybody know what exactly LT's helmet is made up of? Obviously the Schutt helmet and that particular facemask, but what about everything else, like chinstrap? My next project is to put together an LT helmet as close to what he wears as possible.

He wears an Adams hard cup high mount chinstrap, however, due to contracts with Riddell, the straps bear Riddell's name in blue. Simply NOT available to the public, I've tried, believe me, I've tried. You can get the chinstrap no prob, and can try to use a remover to get the Adams name off it, but that's as close as you'll get.

BTW, my understanding is LT had that mask made special, I've only seen one copy of it - http://cgi.ebay.com/Auto-LaDainian-Tomlinson-LT-Chargers-2007-Game-Helmet_W0QQitemZ260219632466QQihZ016QQcategoryZ272 76QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[chonrsinway8]

Wow, that was discouraging. Haha thanks for the help, I appreciate it, but all of a sudden this seems next to impossible.

[ScootMagroot]

if you make more, start selling them, but give me one first

[jlloyd]

Well here it is...to be coated tomorrow....pretty much done though.
What does everyone think????

http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/3152/march18010pm9.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18010pm9.jpg)http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/6197/march18014uy8.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18014uy8.jpg)http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/7103/march18013ui4.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18013ui4.jpg)http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/8201/march18016vc0.th.jpg (http://img227.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18016vc0.jpg)

[chonrsinway8]

Looks damn nice! GOOD JOB! Now on to what everybody wants to know, how much do you want for it? And how did you do it?

[jlloyd]

started a new thread....will go over it there.

[Boltpride 619]

Well here it is...to be coated tomorrow....pretty much done though.
What does everyone think????

http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/3152/march18010pm9.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18010pm9.jpg)http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/6197/march18014uy8.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18014uy8.jpg)http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/7103/march18013ui4.th.jpg (http://img296.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18013ui4.jpg)http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/8201/march18016vc0.th.jpg (http://img227.imageshack.us/my.php?image=march18016vc0.jpg)
Cool great job... looks great....

[pete R0Q]

Where would i go to get a Schutt Charger helmet?

[mvandor]

Where would i go to get a Schutt Charger helmet?

Schutt does not sell full size NFL helmets to the public so far as I know, you'd have to buy a metallic white shell or helmet from some vendor (try RealStuff or ebay) and buy and apply the decals yourself or have a company like RealStuff do it. I built my two helmets for the cancelled Cro signing that way...

[scruffmcgruff]

I am new to this site, where do you guys get the addresses of the players so you can send them stuff though the mail?

[Kerrstyn]

[quote=Kerrstyn;1950758]Hello! This is Kerrstyn. I am an employee at Field of Dreams: Fashion Valley. I'm posting to announce that the signing scheduled for tomorrow, March 15, is rescheduled. We do not have a set date for the new signing yet.

If you have or want tickets call or email us with your name and phone number and we will get back to you when we have the new date.

619-297-9148
fashionvalley@fieldofdreams.com

We do apologize for any inconvenience!! Hope to see you soon!!!
[Just wanted to let you know that we have still not heard anything from the signing agent. We have been making calls and we have not received any returns. As soon as we know......You will know. Have a good week!!]

[pete R0Q]

does anyone know which style of the schutt helmet LT wears?

[xXCharger BoyXx]

The following FB TTM successes came in today...

HOFer Mike Singletary - x3 cards (home address)
Billy Ray Smith - x4 cards (home address)
Joe DeLamielleure - x2 cards (home address)

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee278/xtra-innings_authentics/Chargers%20Padres%20Thread/singletary-br.jpg
whered u get the adresses

[Charger31]

i just finsihed sending out 4 today Jason Campbell, Albert Haynesworth, Shaun Phillips, and Nate Washington.

[Charger31]

whered u get the adresses
you can search em or try and look on sportscollectors.net