For those of you who don't know, several years ago, hockey uniform collectors began to gather in cities for "Expo", or mini shows in which they could discuss, buy, sell or trade primarily their area of interest which is hockey jerseys.
There would be a hotel ballroom near an airport saving the expense of renting a car to those flying in, prominent dealers would set up and collectors would come from far and wide.
While originally I was just a member of a committee I have since taken over the co-promoting of the Detroit show.
We have been doing it for over 8 years and each year seems to get better and better. Ted Lindsay, Shawn Burr and Gordie Howe have been guests at our show.
But the value of these shows are the people that make up this hobby and the items that get exchanged at these events.
My recent highlight at a show in Virginia was the acquisition of a Nook Logan Washington Nationals home jersey, red alternate jersey and throwback hat thanks in large measure to a great friend Andrew Lang.
I also was able to make contact with another gentleman which led me to the acquisition of something I have wanted almost from the day I got into this hobby over 35 years ago, a road Washington Senators from 1959 with the Mr. Senator patch on the sleeve. Thank you Mr. SDT, I have yet to put that one in the closet!
I know there is a congregation of folks who regularly make the National and several years ago I was fortunate enough to meet Mike, Chris and all of the good folks that are responsible for this board.
I feel this upcoming show in October and November may be time to expand our little hockey show to all sports however I must caution you, the value of these things are truly in the friendships you will make, not the items you will transact.
Anyway, if you think you might be interested in setting up to show your collection of sports uniforms I will be glad to mail you details when the time comes and hope that you might consider coming and supporting same.
I myself, do not confine myself to one sport and take pride in having an extensive baseball, football, basketball and hockey collection as well as over 500 movie worn items.
Long after my responsibility and custody of them end, the best thing I can say that I have gained as a result of them were these shows and the friends that come.
Larry Pelliccioni
There would be a hotel ballroom near an airport saving the expense of renting a car to those flying in, prominent dealers would set up and collectors would come from far and wide.
While originally I was just a member of a committee I have since taken over the co-promoting of the Detroit show.
We have been doing it for over 8 years and each year seems to get better and better. Ted Lindsay, Shawn Burr and Gordie Howe have been guests at our show.
But the value of these shows are the people that make up this hobby and the items that get exchanged at these events.
My recent highlight at a show in Virginia was the acquisition of a Nook Logan Washington Nationals home jersey, red alternate jersey and throwback hat thanks in large measure to a great friend Andrew Lang.
I also was able to make contact with another gentleman which led me to the acquisition of something I have wanted almost from the day I got into this hobby over 35 years ago, a road Washington Senators from 1959 with the Mr. Senator patch on the sleeve. Thank you Mr. SDT, I have yet to put that one in the closet!
I know there is a congregation of folks who regularly make the National and several years ago I was fortunate enough to meet Mike, Chris and all of the good folks that are responsible for this board.
I feel this upcoming show in October and November may be time to expand our little hockey show to all sports however I must caution you, the value of these things are truly in the friendships you will make, not the items you will transact.
Anyway, if you think you might be interested in setting up to show your collection of sports uniforms I will be glad to mail you details when the time comes and hope that you might consider coming and supporting same.
I myself, do not confine myself to one sport and take pride in having an extensive baseball, football, basketball and hockey collection as well as over 500 movie worn items.
Long after my responsibility and custody of them end, the best thing I can say that I have gained as a result of them were these shows and the friends that come.
Larry Pelliccioni
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