by MEARS | Apr 13, 2008 | archived news
OK, I stole the title from Hillary Clinton but I think it applies to the point of the article. I have been reading a lot lately about authenticating game used bats and game worn jerseys via pictures on the internet. On some forums, several bloggers think this type of...
by MEARS | Apr 10, 2008 | archived news
Why MEARS? This is the first question I am asked about why we decided to venture into the pinback button-grading arena. On a personal level, I am quite fascinated by the hobby of pinback buttons and its potential. And, with the experienced gained during the past 5...
by MEARS | Apr 9, 2008 | archived news
There were some that thought when MEARS announced its 2008 Auction House Policy and only Rob Lifson agreed to an open/ short notice compliance audit, that it was all just smoke and mirrors. Maybe true, but not in the way you might have thought…Today Rob saw smoke and...
by MEARS | Apr 8, 2008 | archived news
First off, I would like to thank MEARS for the opportunity to share my research and findings in this venue. Not too long ago, Troy K. wrote an article updating some findings on Louisville Slugger 40-K Kork Grip bats and a LOO on a Babe Ruth 40k. Coincidently, I...
by MEARS | Apr 8, 2008 | archived news
Some people might think I sit around in my underwear all day bidding on EBay just so I can out/over pay against competing collectors and dealers who promptly get on a public forum and accuse me of running up prices and keep them from adding hundreds of game used items...
