Show Me Your Chicago Bears Stuff.......

[34swtns]

Shoot, what makes you think I will even get that?


'Cuz Jason and I are gonna shill it up and hope neither of us gets stuck with it.

[JasonBanz]

'Cuz Jason and I are gonna shill it up and hope neither of us gets stuck with it.

HAHAHAHAHA! I can't stop laughing!:D

[34swtns]

Tom sent me these pics of his new display setup.
I'm digging the lights. That Urlacher jersey is pretty nice too. ;)

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Tomsdisplaya.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Tomsdisplayc.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Tomsdisplayb.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Tomsdisplayd.jpg

[TriplexXxSports]

I was giving you the benefit of the doubt. Awesome uni though. Playing semi-pro?

Yeah. Crazy how it ended up happening, but in short, I walked onto the team 4 weeks before the 1st game, made the cut, and the rest is history.

[JasonBanz]

Congrats man! Hope you enjoy! Our semi-pro team almost guarantees you a spot if you try out. I would have liked to try out but I work 4-12 shift and cannot make the practices.

[TriplexXxSports]

Congrats man! Hope you enjoy! Our semi-pro team almost guarantees you a spot if you try out. I would have liked to try out but I work 4-12 shift and cannot make the practices.

Thanks man. Try-outs were back in Jan. They had 65 guys on the squad when I came on 4 weeks ago, but they are only allowed to dress 60, so some got the axe.

Most teams around us only have 25-35 guys for a team so I feel honored to play for a squad with this much talent and better than an 80% win record for the past 6 seasons.

I am very blessed with a supportive wife, good health insurance, and my summer free.

[TriplexXxSports]

Tom sent me these pics of his new display setup.
I'm digging the lights. That Urlacher jersey is pretty nice too. ;)

Those Urlacher cleats look mighty familiar too....:D

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[Tyrcha]

Thanks man. Try-outs were back in Jan. They had 65 guys on the squad when I came on 4 weeks ago, but they are only allowed to dress 60, so some got the axe.

Most teams around us only have 25-35 guys for a team so I feel honored to play for a squad with this much talent and better than an 80% win record for the past 6 seasons.

I am very blessed with a supportive wife, good health insurance, and my summer free.

I would like to state for the record that we beat Roscoe last year. :) Guess I'm gonna have to get on board and take a pic of my uni. LOL!

[platinum1]

Well, it isn't Bears related, and at this moment in time it isn't even game used, but our thread was at the bottom of the page and I thought it would be fun to add.

My 2010 Roscoe Rush Away Uniform

(and I must add that the number was pure coincidence! Scout's Honor!)

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Good Job Matt, for a second I thought you had made the Chicago Rush LOL.

[34swtns]

Matt's gonna end up making the Chicago Rush.....to the hospital. :D

[TriplexXxSports]

Matt's gonna end up making the Chicago Rush.....to the hospital. :D

34swtns
BANNED

[34swtns]

Damn!

I'll show myself out. :p

[Tyrcha]

Here we go. Now I can join the party. Game worn jersey, pants, gloves, Jordan cleats and helmet. As a matter of fact it will be worn again in about 2 hours from now. :)

[TriplexXxSports]

Here we go. Now I can join the party. Game worn jersey, pants, gloves, Jordan cleats and helmet. As a matter of fact it will be worn again in about 2 hours from now. :)

Nice! I know this is a Bears thread but I think its cool that collectors are able to share something outside of the hobby, from time to time.

BTW - Rush-54, Cyclones-0, and RICK, no broken hips, and no RUSH to the hospital. Not even a blister.......;)

Scott, I wish we were in the same league. I think it would be fun to bump heads for 4 quarters and have a whiskey or two afterward.

Best of luck with your season, my man!

[beavisrules]

While this is not a Chicago Bears jersey, I thought some of you might find this piece interesting nonetheless - especially the Greg Olsen fans on the board.

As some of you may or may not be aware, Olsen originally signed with Notre Dame. He actually was enrolled and practicing with the team his freshman year. His older brother Chris was then beat out by some freshman named Brady Quinn for the 2nd string QB job, and left the team. Greg promptly left too, and transferred to the "U" - and the rest is history. However, because Olsen was enrolled and officially on the roster, he had a team issued jersey ready for him, which was #86 - he was the only #86 on the roster in 2003 (I checked the media guide). Well, here's Olsen's acutal Team Issued 2003 Notre Dame jersey that never was used in a game.
http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab243/beavisrules22/Game%20Used%20Education%20Photos/001-6.jpg

http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab243/beavisrules22/Game%20Used%20Education%20Photos/002-5.jpg

[34swtns]

Huge thanks to the King, Roger Gibson, for the opportunity to own these beauties.

2006 season Brian Urlacher alternate jersey/pants, game worn Oct. 29, vs. the 49ers

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3740s.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3739s.jpg

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http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3746s.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3711s.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3705s.jpg



http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3736s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3736s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3731s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3731s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3729s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3729s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3728s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3728s.jpg)

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3727s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3727s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3721s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3721s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3720s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3720s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3738s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3738s.jpg)

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3718s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3718s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3716s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3716s.jpg) http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/th_100_3747s.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/?action=view&current=100_3747s.jpg)

[micah18771]

I must say 34swtns you scored quite a prize there. I'm amazed at what some of you chaps on here come up with. That is a jewel of a piece for any collection. Do you know any lad who might have another one like it ? I understand Urlacher Orange Alternates are quite rare.

[TriplexXxSports]

I must say 34swtns you scored quite a prize there. I'm amazed at what some of you chaps on here come up with. That is a jewel of a piece for any collection. Do you know any lad who might have another one like it ? I understand Urlacher Orange Alternates are quite rare.

Chaps! Lads! Are we from abroad? England maybe? Britain? Haha...j/p....;)

Anyway, to answer your question, there are 3 that made it to the market. '05, '06, and his '07. The '06 and '07 came with team papers and the '05 came from a source inside of the locker room.

Can't wait to see his TBTC jersey come around this season. That's gonna be a bad mamma jamma!

RICK - sweet score man. You know how I feel about those..;). Keep me in mind when it comes time to write out that will.

Stellar Score All Around!

[TriplexXxSports]

....to answer your question, there are 3 that made it to the market. '05, '06, and his '07. The '06 and '07 came with team papers and the '05 came from a source inside of the locker room....

Man, do we need an edit function.

To finish with that statement - To own one of these would mean get to know the guys who have them. The 3 that are out there are privately owned. 1 by Rick, 1 by a former forum member, and the 3rd was sold at JO and has yet to resurface.

Chip, Chip. Cheerio!

[34swtns]

Here here, Gov'nuh! :D

Seriously, I would like to know who ended up with that '07.
Strong probability that the same buyer also purchased the orange '07 Hester at the same time.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Urlacher2007alt.jpg (http://cgi.ebay.com/VTG-71-Chicago-Bears-Dick-Butkus-Wilson-Jersey-/230491525165?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item35aa5d902d)

[micah18771]

Thank You ! I appreciate your help.

[34swtns]

I got nothing new, just rehashing the same old crap.
I finally got around to checking the game footage for my Kellen Davis gamer. While I was watching I saw another jersey that looked familiar......my Greg Olsen jersey from the same game. I'd totally forgotten that both jerseys were used in the same game. Duh.
I never bothered to check game footage for the Olsen since it was so easy to match using press service photos but I'm looking for Davis matches and there it is.
Very cool that there were instances when they were both in the same shot, too.

Nov. 22, 2009, Bears vs. Eagles

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3443-1.jpg

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http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3877.jpg

[34swtns]

If that wasn't enough, here's some more rehashed stuff, or as I'm re-naming it:

"More Fun with (accidental) photomatching"!

I'm flipping through a 2007 Bears Yearbook and I stumble on a full-page ad for the old Game Exclusives company advertising their Bears stuff. Lo and behold, what's the main item they're showcasing?
My Urlacher '06 alternate!

The ad page:

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3822.jpg

Close-up of the ad:

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3830.jpg

Pics of my jersey:

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3705s-1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3708s-1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_3706s-1.jpg

[BU54CB]

I have a couple questions about gamers. What does the year/size tag sewn into the neckline indicate? Is it when the jersey was first used in a game or does it relate to the particular season its tagged for? I've noticed on JO Sports that the tag doesn't match the game they indicate in the description.

Second question, does anyone have or seen game used or issued from Urlacher's rookie season in the Nike jersey. I know someone who claims to have one, but after reading and seeing everyone's GU, I'm suspicious. I've seen one or two on ebay, but there isn't enough detail to compare. I'm wondering if the Nike jerseys had extra length and other details the Reebok gamers seem to have.

Thanks Jim

[TriplexXxSports]

I have a couple questions about gamers. What does the year/size tag sewn into the neckline indicate? Is it when the jersey was first used in a game or does it relate to the particular season its tagged for? I've noticed on JO Sports that the tag doesn't match the game they indicate in the description.

Second question, does anyone have or seen game used or issued from Urlacher's rookie season in the Nike jersey. I know someone who claims to have one, but after reading and seeing everyone's GU, I'm suspicious. I've seen one or two on ebay, but there isn't enough detail to compare. I'm wondering if the Nike jerseys had extra length and other details the Reebok gamers seem to have.

Thanks Jim

They year/size tag is sewn in for the season it was issued. The Bears are notorious for using jerseys years after they were sent from Berlin to the locker room for inventory (i.e. - Cutler's orange alt. jersey from '09 was tagged 05-48).

I have heard from a very reliable source that jerseys from Brian's rookie year DO NOT EXIST in the market. There has never been one given up to the market (used or issued), so any Nike jersey you have seen of Brian's on Flea Bay, or anywhere else are junk.

Hopes this helps.

[Vikingshelmetguy]

Bears collector guys,

Have you seen these neat auction listings on Ebay?

Cool old Bears Helmet Lamp:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1960s-Chicago-Bears-Football-Helmet-Lamp-/200488765684?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item2eae0fc8f4

And possible game used Bears helmet:

http://cgi.ebay.com/180534585445

Perhaps you guys might be interested (note, I am not the seller of either of these auction items).

Regards,
Vikingshelmetguy

[BU54CB]

Picked up my first Chicago Bears Game Used of Darrell McClover from JO Sports. I know McClover isn't a big name player, but I always liked his game, he had some great blocked punts for special teams. Shows great game use, but have yet to photo match. Haven't found a ton of McClover photos out there in the 98 uniform, I'll keep looking.

Not the best photos, I'll get better ones later.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/McCloverGUJersey002.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/McCloverGUJersey011.jpg

[34swtns]

Welcome to the forum and thanks for posting that one.

Matt and I normally carry this thread on our backs but I just got laid off and dropped my wad on that Urlacher so I'm out for the time being. Matt is now gainfully employed so between his job, his budding football career and his daily "Happy Hour(s)" he doesn't have time to hob-nob with us geeks anymore. :D

[BU54CB]

Welcome to the forum and thanks for posting that one.

Matt and I normally carry this thread on our backs but I just got laid off and dropped my wad on that Urlacher so I'm out for the time being. Matt is now gainfully employed so between his job, his budding football career and his daily "Happy Hour(s)" he doesn't have time to hob-nob with us geeks anymore. :D

Thanks, I appreciate it, I also have soemthing else on the way I purchased from Matt, should get it today. I have some other Bears items I'm going to post, not GU but nice items none the less.

[Tyrcha]

Was it something I said? I get no love... :(

[34swtns]

Was it something I said? I get no love... :(


My bad........I totally neglected to mention the "Kreutzmaster General", the proud owner of one of the most impossible jerseys to obtain: "The Olin Grail". He has taken the wheel several times in mine and Matt's absence, of late.

My humble apologies, good sir!

[Tyrcha]

LOL! That might be a bit over stated. :)

[TriplexXxSports]

Welcome to the forum and thanks for posting that one.

Matt and I normally carry this thread on our backs but I just got laid off and dropped my wad on that Urlacher so I'm out for the time being. Matt is now gainfully employed so between his job, his budding football career and his daily "Happy Hour(s)" he doesn't have time to hob-nob with us geeks anymore. :D

Lol, my happy hours are spent "patrolling" on here. You know that....:eek:

Yeah, 60-70 hour weeks, nothing on the market to purchase, practice & games every Saturday (still undefeated btw!)- yeah, my hands have been pretty full.

With the season just around the corner I'm sure all that will change here quickly (so I hope).

I'm still around. I just haven't obtained anything that anyone cares about.

[TriplexXxSports]

Well, maybe someone cares.......

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[34swtns]

NICE!
#54 administering a beatdown to a hapless opponent while decapitating his own teammate in the process.
Do you carry tissues to hand out after plays like that? :D

[Tyrcha]

I got ya Matt. Here's one for ya.

[34swtns]

Poor dude didn't even see that ruptured spleen coming. :eek:

[hockeytigers]

Are you sure that's his spleen???

[TriplexXxSports]

Scott, I couldn't help but notice that out of the 8 guys picture (including the 2 on the sideline) you are the only caucasian dude. What league do you play in again...lol. Sorry, I couldn't resist.

Nice stick!

[Tyrcha]

LOL!!! I didn't even notice that. That game just happened to be against a pretty urban team from Milwaukee. Funny story is we let one of our QB's go so he could play for that team and he didn't make it to halftime before blowing his knee out. Guess he would've been better served staying on our bench. Live and learn. :)

[BU54CB]

A shout out to Matt for kindly working out a deal for his Urlacher game issued jersey. I'm using his pics, I haven't had time to take my own. Thanks again Matt, the jersey is awesome !!!

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/IMG_3685.jpg

[BU54CB]

Wondering if anyone had any game used, game issued, or authentic Bears jerseys from the 80's they'd consider selling? Looking for players like Neal Anderson, Fencik, Mark Carrier, or others.

Thanks much

[TriplexXxSports]

A shout out to Matt for kindly working out a deal for his Urlacher game issued jersey. I'm using his pics, I haven't had time to take my own. Thanks again Matt, the jersey is awesome !!!



It was a pleasure, and I am glad you are happy with your jersey. That was a tough one to let go of (it was one of my favorites), but (like the Harris) I know it went to a good home. I am always glad to help a fellow Bears collectors. Thanks you for the kind words.

[ivo610]

How many legit game worn Walter Payton jerseys or helmets have you guys seen? I have seen a couple fakes and was just curious how many if any legit ones are out there.

I figured you guys would know best.

[34swtns]

Looking through past auction houses' sales it's easy for a Bears collector to determine that 90% of the Paytons that have been sold, (some for big money), are fakes.

I only know of a very small number that appear to be legitimate.
In fact, only 3 come to mind and one is in the Hall of Fame.

The two most important details to look for in a Payton are the size (42 and 44 ONLY) and the condition.......it should be hammered. Payton is famous for wearing the same jersey for an entire season and he got tagged on almost every play so his jerseys will be very beat up.

[ivo610]

Looking through past auction houses' sales it's easy for a Bears collector to determine that 90% of the Paytons that have been sold, (some for big money), are fakes.

I only know of a very small number that appear to be legitimate.
In fact, only 3 come to mind and one is in the Hall of Fame.

The two most important details to look for in a Payton are the size (42 and 44 ONLY) and the condition.......it should be hammered. Payton is famous for wearing the same jersey for an entire season and he got tagged on almost every play so his jerseys will be very beat up.

What about lids? Are any helmets in private hands that anyone knows of?

[34swtns]

Walter is said to have used the same helmet for his entire career.

He wore the same pair of away pants for 9 seasons until the ass-end finally blew out of them in 1983. There are photos of Walter leaving the field with half of his butt exposed.

[BU54CB]

Walter is said to have used the same helmet for his entire career.

He wore the same pair of away pants for 9 seasons until the ass-end finally blew out of them in 1983. There are photos of Walter leaving the field with half of his butt exposed.

I remember that game, pretty funny when it happened.

American Memorabilia had one up a year or two ago, they had it on display at the Sun Times show. That things was beat to death if it was authentic.

34swtns, do you know anyone who might have some GU or issued Bears jerseys from the 80's?

[34swtns]

I wish we'd met a year ago. I had over 50 at one time but I sold them all. The '86 Jim McMahon in the GUU winter auction was the last of them.
I started out collecting modern-era stuff, switched to old Wilsons and am now back to the modern stuff.

[sox83cubs84]

Walter is said to have used the same helmet for his entire career.

He wore the same pair of away pants for 9 seasons until the ass-end finally blew out of them in 1983. There are photos of Walter leaving the field with half of his butt exposed.

Maybe 10 years ago, the helmet was on dispaly in a Payton exhibit at the train station in Aurora IL.

Dave Miedema

[BU54CB]

I wish we'd met a year ago. I had over 50 at one time but I sold them all. The '86 Jim McMahon in the GUU winter auction was the last of them.
I started out collecting modern-era stuff, switched to old Wilsons and am now back to the modern stuff.

Me too, if you run into any, would you mind dropping me a line?

Your display of Bears jerseys and items is great, I like the shelf you build, not to mention the Bears jerseys etc.
I have 2 soldier field chairs I'd like to refinish, anything special you did to yours? I noticed you changed the seat numbers, how did you do that?

[34swtns]

Thanks. I changed the color on all of my seats. They were originally light blue or yellow but very weathered and faded.
There's a company called Archer Seating who harvested all the seats from Soldier Field and they have the number plates.
They told me that even though they knew large sections of seats weren't available for salvage they still went through and removed all the extra number plates of famous Bears players because they knew those were the numbers people would want.

[BU54CB]

Thanks. I changed the color on all of my seats. They were originally light blue or yellow but very weathered and faded.
There's a company called Archer Seating who harvested all the seats from Soldier Field and they have the number plates.
They told me that even though they knew large sections of seats weren't available for salvage they still went through and removed all the extra number plates of famous Bears players because they knew those were the numbers people would want.

Great, thanks for the info, I'll give them a try. Did you use anything special for paint?

[34swtns]

Krylon makes a special spray paint just for plastic.......but it doesn't bond to the seats any better than regular spray paint. It scratches easily.
I just keep anything abrasive off of them and do occasional touch-ups when they do get scratched.
I don't know of any way to prep the plastic before painting that wouldn't compromise it or make it more brittle than 30-40 year old plastic already is and it wasn't worth the risk to me to try anything like that so I just deal with the occasional scratch.

[Tyrcha]

Recent pickups. Todd Perry game issued away jersey from 1997. The bottom of the jersey is in pretty rough shape due to wherever the past owner kept the jersey. I still feel it's a pretty cool lineman jersey from the late 90's.

Also, I got a pair of away navy pants from 1997. The pants are a size 46 long and featured scribbled out numbers that appear to be 68o and 79. I'm guessing these pants were worn in the preseason being that the only 68 on the roster was Reeves and was a D-lineman. Also, there was no 79. Along with the pants came a pair of home game socks.

I'm heading down to Bears Camp next week, so hopefully I will be able to find some goodies down there. BEAR DOWN!

[34swtns]

Well, I'm glad SOMEONE has acquired something new lately. Geez, it's been beyond dead the past couple of months.

Nice stuff, Scott, did those come from Murf Denny's website?

[Tyrcha]

Ya, they came from Murf and Pat. Honestly, due to the quality of product, I'm not sure I would buy from them again.

[TriplexXxSports]

Ya, they came from Murf and Pat. Honestly, due to the quality of product, I'm not sure I would buy from them again.

Most of their stuff is consigned by private sellers. I believe they just use the information and pictures given to them. I'm not sure that they actually carry inventory. I may be wrong, but I remember when I dealt with them about putting together a package they said it would have to be split b/c different parties had the items I was looking at. Just my .02

[sox83cubs84]

I think the majority of Murf and Pat's inventory are now consignments. How well they move depends on the asking price the consignor wants before Murf adds his cut. For example, check Murf's large inventory of Chicago White Sox jerseys...rarely do any move because they're nearly all consigned by the same person (a Chicago area dealer renowned for overpricing game-used items). Murf apparently feels differently, but, personally, I wouldn't take a consignment if the owner had an inflated price on it.

Dave Miedema

[Vikingshelmetguy]

Hi Bears Collector Guys: Just out of curiosity, I am wondering why there seem to be no game worn Bears helmets featured on this thread? Do most of you collect only game worn Bears jerseys, socks and shoes? Or are Bears game used helmets hard to find/obtain?

[TriplexXxSports]

Hi Bears Collector Guys: Just out of curiosity, I am wondering why there seem to be no game worn Bears helmets featured on this thread? Do most of you collect only game worn Bears jerseys, socks and shoes? Or are Bears game used helmets hard to find/obtain?

Chicago doesn't release helmets. Most guys will wear the same helmet their entire career. The Bears are very stingy about their equipment so it is very hard, if not impossible to obtain equipment, such as a helmet, that is owned by the team.

Trust me, if they were for sale, I would have a TON! :D

[terryzom]

Well guys, after months and months of lurking, it give me great pleasure to make my first post in this thread; what I hope is the first of many. I've landed a bunch of stuff lately, largely thanks to deep discounts from JO and TRS (thanks guys!), and a favor from a friend. I hope I am not violating any forum rules with this book (mods, please grant mercy to a noob if I did--didn't see a limit in the rules and have seen some nice detailed posts in this thread) First up is a Mark Anderson home jersey worn on 10/04/09 against the Lions:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/91472966.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0088.jpg
Some good wear even though you can't see it very well in the getty shots...
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0086.jpghttp://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0085.jpg

Next, Rashied Davis 2007 partial season worn, definite match to 10/04/07 against the Eagles:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/77829914.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0091.jpg
Nice team repair on left sleeve:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0090.jpghttp://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0089.jpg
And still paint marks on twill despite the team having washed it, probably from Eagles game:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0079.jpg

Next up, Robbie Gould 2007 ProBowl issued with a nice auto from our favorite current placekicker:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0059.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0070.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0072.jpg

Lastly, sent to me personally by the co-author at the request of a friend of mine who used to work for him (thanks *yet again* Lizzy!)--inscribed and auto'd copy of Never Die Easy:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0094.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0095.jpg

[TriplexXxSports]

Terry,

Welcome to the board and our little slice of heaven here on this thread. I have said it before and I will say it again - it is always nice to have another Bears collector out there (especially since Rick traded jerseys for lumber and hasn't come out about it yet ;))

Very nice pick-ups and I look forward to seeing many more wonderful additions to your collections.

[34swtns]

Hey, I've always said it's more important to have wood......
nevermind. :p

If Matt would start spending his newly-acquired honest day's paycheck on gamers instead of liquor we wouldn't need new guys to take up the slack around here.

Terry, welcome to the darkside and I'm very happy to see you've moved up from the "kid's table", (put down that hot dog and help yourself to a plate of steak).

Sweet additions, indeed, and congratulations are in order. That Anderson has been to war! The Davis is awesome as well. I'm gonna have to snag an away gamer or two one of these days......just haven't run across the right ones yet.

Again, welcome aboard and keep 'em coming!

[Tyrcha]

I'm no longer the newbie...waaaahoooo! LOL Anyways, welcome the the thread. Hopefully some more interesting Bears stuff starts popping up now that the 2010 season is here. :)

[terryzom]

Awww, thanks guys, I'm very happy to be here (grabs a nice thick Porterhouse, mid-rare). The 2010 Season will be on us before we know it, and this year isn't gonna be 7-9! P.S., If anyone has any leads on orange alt. gamers, used or even just issued, please let me know (Rick, I know you had some orange, if you're ever looking to find a new home for one ;) ). I'll take commons or anything, especially before this new throwback comes into play.

[TriplexXxSports]

....If Matt would start spending his newly-acquired honest day's paycheck on gamers instead of liquor we wouldn't need new guys to take up the slack around here......

:eek: That is just absurd! Me?! Liquor?! You've done lost your mind Rick! :D


.....P.S., If anyone has any leads on orange alt. gamers, used or even just issued, please let me know (Rick, I know you had some orange, if you're ever looking to find a new home for one ;) ). I'll take commons or anything, especially before this new throwback comes into play.

JO usually gets a few of the Alt's in each year. That is probably your best bet for snagging one. Also, there is a nice legit Berrian Alternate uni on flea-bay (if it is still up).

[BU54CB]

Brian Urlacher Game Used Turf Shoe, tongue has Brian Urlacher 2008 on the inside, signed on the outside front.

Also posted a 24x36 (approx.) photo of Urlacher hoisting the Halas trophy after the 2006 NFC Championship Game. This photo is from a photographer that doesn't publish work, so its a one of a kind, hopefully ;)

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU_Shoe1.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU_Shoe2.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU_Shoe3.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_Championship_AutoPhoto.jpg

[34swtns]

Did somebody pay a visit to the Berg-man over the weekend?

[Tyrcha]

Just got back from Bourbonnais after getting absolutely cooked by the sun. I managed to get Izzy Idonije and Marcus Harrison to sign their game used jerseys after practice. The Izzy reads "Bear Down" and "I-Train". Harrison's auto got a little messed up from him sweating on it while he was signing it. Yeah, it sucks that the auto isn't 100% clear, but he did add more sweat to the already beat up jersey. :)

Also, I managed to find this Cade McKnown shirt for $5 in the pro shop. I figured this joke was worth $5. Now I have something to wear if the team sucks this year. LOL!!!

[mountview54]

hey just joined up going to make a few posts latter with some bears stuff but i was wondering if Urlacher signed anything at training camp because i got a Issued Urlacher from Matt and i have been wanting to get it signed, but since he had the deal with Mountain memories go wrong i didn't know if he started to sign things yet thanks if anyone can let me know anything yet.

[Tyrcha]

I noticed that Urlacher just kind of appeared on the practice field. Kids were waiting for him, but never saw him actually come out. From what I overheard in conversations, it sounded like Urlacher, Kreutz and Manumaleuna were pretty much hit and miss.

I will say, if you're heading down and happen to have a B-list or C-list game worn jersey, there's pretty good chance the player will be more than happy to sign it. I know both Marcus Harrison and Izzy Idonije were more than gracious to add their sig to their jerseys. Marcus saw me before practice, smiled at the sight of his jersey and made sure to take his time signing the jersey after practice...even if he was still dripping all over it. :)

[mountview54]

I'm from WV and for me to go to Camp and not get his Auto would be a little bit of a bummer. I went to see Tebow in Beckley, WV was 3rd in line and finally after he spoke for the banquet they said he couldn't sign autos which was a huge bummer, but i got a pic with him and he was like i can't sign your jersey, but go talk to my agent she got my information and sent me a signed game ball a week later with COA and everything. But after that i was like before i make a trip i want to make sure and i was thinking about making the trip to training camp next year to get BU to sign my Game issued jersey.

[BU54CB]

I've been to camp plenty of times, I'd say BU is a tough auto to get. Camp can also be a bit crazy when players sign, especially around Urlacher.

If I'm getting my game issued jersey signed, I'd get it at a show where I know I'll get a nice auto, but that's just me.

[TriplexXxSports]

I've been to camp plenty of times, I'd say BU is a tough auto to get. Camp can also be a bit crazy when players sign, especially around Urlacher.

If I'm getting my game issued jersey signed, I'd get it at a show where I know I'll get a nice auto, but that's just me.


Agreed! Brian is one you want to get at a signing. He is a little more 'easy going' (if that is the right word...) at a signing. I have been to numerous signings with Brian and he was always polite and took the time to ask where I wanted things signed, and so on. I can imagine that at camp, on the streets, after a game he would just scribble real quick and move on about his business.

Keep an eye out. I'm sure he will be signing soon. If I hear anything about one I will be sure to pass it along as I have quite a few things that need to be tagged still.

[terryzom]

Here's a good example of an Urlacher sig you would get at camp as that's where the one I have was done:
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0014.jpg

[34swtns]

Eeyuck. At least he only fouled up a retail authentic, albeit a tough one to find: 1st year Nike with correct '5' fonts on the shoulders.

With a sig that ugly, the only saving grace would be if you had a pic of him signing it.

[terryzom]

Eeyuck. At least he only fouled up a retail authentic, albeit a tough one to find: 1st year Nike with correct '5' fonts on the shoulders.

With a sig that ugly, the only saving grace would be if you had a pic of him signing it.
You can say that again. My hope is to someday get to a private signing to have Urlacher "correct" it with a larger version of his full sig. This one came to me by way of WindyCityFlyer23 at a killer price, so I can't complain too much. :cool:

[34swtns]

Training camp staff shirt

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/trainingcampt1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/trainingcampt2.jpg

[BU54CB]

I was hoping for some input on this jersey I bought for display. I saw 34swtns and terryzom's comments on jersey central regarding Bears Wilson jerseys. Am I correct in the assumption that this is a retail authentic? There's no namplate on the back, its a size 38 with the silk/plastic tag and a flag tag with B-Z. The tag photo is blurry, I'll try to get one up later.

Is it possible to get a nameplate for this after all these years? Thanks Jim

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Bears_Anderson1.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Bears_Anderson2.jpg

[34swtns]

Nameplates are easy, you just need the old Wilson navy fabric and I've got plenty of that leftover from old junk jerseys.
Getting the attribution done is the tricky part. You have to find someone who can do 2-layer heat pressed vinyl lettering......using the correct font......and the right shade of "burnt orange".

It's a post-1987 jersey so that would make it a Neal Anderson, which is a pretty common jersey. It was the biggest selling Bears jersey after Walter retired in '88. Honestly, the hassle and expense it would take to have it attributed is way more than its eventual value.

[terryzom]

I agree with Rick, I gave up myself on going through the same effort and $$$ with a McMahon, which is way harder to find. You might be better off flipping the jersey and waiting for a complete one to show up online, you just have to be patient.

[mountview54]

heres some of my Urlacher collection i have the triple crown having the closest jersey to his high school 11, game exclusives Authentic New Mexico 44, and his Game issued jersey from the first game back at the new Soldier Field in 03. My parents got me the auto ball from Mountain Memories for Christmas last year and i got the authentic helmet just need to get it signed like the jersey's.

[34swtns]

Very nice collection you have there. Makes my one Urlacher look puny by comparison. ;)

Nice score on that '03 team-issued. Its original owner had a sweet companion to it - a team-issued white away, signed - that I wish I would've snagged but I let it slip through my hands. Oh well......I had my eye on a bigger fish.:D

[TriplexXxSports]

Very nice collection you have there. Makes my one Urlacher look puny by comparison. ;)

Nice score on that '03 team-issued. Its original owner had a sweet companion to it - a team-issued white away, signed - that I wish I would've snagged but I let it slip through my hands. Oh well......I had my eye on a bigger fish.:D

;)

[BU54CB]

Nameplates are easy, you just need the old Wilson navy fabric and I've got plenty of that leftover from old junk jerseys.
Getting the attribution done is the tricky part. You have to find someone who can do 2-layer heat pressed vinyl lettering......using the correct font......and the right shade of "burnt orange".

It's a post-1987 jersey so that would make it a Neal Anderson, which is a pretty common jersey. It was the biggest selling Bears jersey after Walter retired in '88. Honestly, the hassle and expense it would take to have it attributed is way more than its eventual value.

I thought getting the nameplate produced would be tricky. BTW, thanks for the advice on the seat numbers and paint, did you buy the brackets from that site as well?

[BU54CB]

I agree with Rick, I gave up myself on going through the same effort and $$$ with a McMahon, which is way harder to find. You might be better off flipping the jersey and waiting for a complete one to show up online, you just have to be patient.

The jersey really didn't set me back much at all, I had a few ebay bucks so it cost me all of $25 dlvd. You are right, its better to buy it complete and be patient, but that's easier said than done, right? ;)

[mountview54]

yea he does or did have a nice White signed Urlacher. I was hoping he keep it awhile till i could get up enough funds to get it to match with the home jersey, but its hard going to college and trying to get gear. I love the jersey i wanted an issued because i seen where everyone has said they smell and i wanted a nice clean one that he could have worn if needed. I have been an Urlacher fan since i was little i wore 54 through high school and the yr and 1/2 i played in college.

[BU54CB]

yea he does or did have a nice White signed Urlacher. I was hoping he keep it awhile till i could get up enough funds to get it to match with the home jersey, but its hard going to college and trying to get gear. I love the jersey i wanted an issued because i seen where everyone has said they smell and i wanted a nice clean one that he could have worn if needed. I have been an Urlacher fan since i was little i wore 54 through high school and the yr and 1/2 i played in college.

Matt was kind enough to allow me to purchase the away game issue Urlacher, rest assured it went to a good home ;)

[mountview54]

well thats awesome as long as Urlacher stuff stays in the hands of great Bears fans then i'm "almost" as happy as if i had gotten it.

[34swtns]

Actually, I was referring to the original owner....before Matt.
He had a signed white team-issue AND an away game used jersey (that was not for sale, unfortunately).

[34swtns]

I thought getting the nameplate produced would be tricky. BTW, thanks for the advice on the seat numbers and paint, did you buy the brackets from that site as well?

I did. Those guys have everything you would need for your restoration.

[mountview54]

I really want to get ahold of a Newer Urlacher issued with the Capt. patch but i would guess they are far and few between and maybe JO would maybe get one in this year.

[BU54CB]

Just got back from Bourbonnais after getting absolutely cooked by the sun. I managed to get Izzy Idonije and Marcus Harrison to sign their game used jerseys after practice. The Izzy reads "Bear Down" and "I-Train". Harrison's auto got a little messed up from him sweating on it while he was signing it. Yeah, it sucks that the auto isn't 100% clear, but he did add more sweat to the already beat up jersey. :)

Also, I managed to find this Cade McKnown shirt for $5 in the pro shop. I figured this joke was worth $5. Now I have something to wear if the team sucks this year. LOL!!!

Nice autos on the Izzy and Marcus jerseys, looks like you got some additional sweat added to it !! The Mcknown shirt is priceless, they've had that sitting aroudn for some time.

I also sent you a PM about your Mark Anderson GU you posted, did you happen to get it?

[terryzom]

Where have I been the past two days!? Great UL collection, mountview! Those rare team-issued are awesome. Why does it seem to be only the 2002 and 2003 that show up anywhere? If anyone has a gamer blank from those years, please PM me with a price.

[TriplexXxSports]

I really want to get ahold of a Newer Urlacher issued with the Capt. patch but i would guess they are far and few between and maybe JO would maybe get one in this year.

If you can land an issued with the "C" patch, you scored BIG! The Bears recycle those $3.00 patches as well and, if I am not mistaken they only get put on the jerseys that are worn that day/night. So to find one with a real team "C" would be tough, considering Brian usually keeps his extras for himself and family.

[34swtns]

Man, this thread is sinking fast under a sea of "franks and beans", (bats and balls), so it's time to resurrect it.

Just won these from Joel Alpert: 2009 season Greg Olsen game used gloves.
They'll look great after being reunited with my '09 Olsen jersey.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Olsen2009gloves.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/Olsen2009gloves1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/11-22-09b.jpg

[BU54CB]

Great Olsen gloves, nice pickup !!

I have a question about Bears gamers from the 70's. Do you know if yellow on orange lettering for the nameplates was employed to improve the nameplate visibility on TV?

[TriplexXxSports]

Great Olsen gloves, nice pickup !!

I have a question about Bears gamers from the 70's. Do you know if yellow on orange lettering for the nameplates was employed to improve the nameplate visibility on TV?


Yes, they used that for Monday Night Football, and you are correct in saying that it was for better visibility.

[34swtns]

Interesting.....I'd never heard that before.

Anybody got any pics of said uniforms?

[sox83cubs84]

Interesting.....I'd never heard that before
I was told that Legendary has one of these jerseys, a 1977-78 exemplar of a RB named Best, in their current auction. Haven't checked it out personally though, yet.

Dave Miedema

Anybody got any pics of said uniforms?
xxx

[TriplexXxSports]

Mears had one at auction a while back. I believe it was in one of the monthly's that happened late last year - Nov. or Dec. I tried to get into the archives but they didn't go back past 2010.

I bet one can find a pic on Getty, if you have the patients to search.

[TriplexXxSports]

Here's the one from Legendary and I remember this being same one from Mears that I spoke of earlier....

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[34swtns]

Hhhmmm. The nameplate looks just like Sand-Knit's blue fabric from their retail authentics.

I don't know, and how is yellow more visible than white? It would be less visible, I would think.
I would definitely need to hear that story from someone other than an auction house's description of an item before I considered purchasing it, personally.

I could certainly be wrong but if somebody offered that to me for sale I would immediately think that it was a Bears team-issued jersey with a bad "mom and pop sports shop" attribution......but anything's possible, I suppose.

If anyone else can corroborate the legend of the Bears yellow nameplate lettering and mismatched fabric, I'd love to hear it.

[34swtns]

BTW, if it's legit it was worn by Art Best (Kent State), RB, 1977-78.

[34swtns]

Excessive shipping much?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120610185196&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

When I asked the seller why so much to ship a pair of gloves........ (aaaaannnd you guessed it!)........ he copped a 'tude and proceeded to tell me how the gloves were worth more than his starting bid plus the excessive shipping.

Sometimes I just shake my head and wonder "why are there so many of them, God?".

[TriplexXxSports]

Excessive shipping much?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120610185196&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

When I asked the seller why so much to ship a pair of gloves........ (aaaaannnd you guessed it!)........ he copped a 'tude and proceeded to tell me how the gloves were worth more than his starting bid plus the excessive shipping.

Sometimes I just shake my head and wonder "why are there so many of them, God?".

I hear ya! I can have a set of gloves shipped from here to Florida in 3 days and it will cost $4.70 - and that's with delivery confirmation.

God made dumb people to make us smart ones even smarter......

[BU54CB]

Excessive shipping much?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120610185196&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

When I asked the seller why so much to ship a pair of gloves........ (aaaaannnd you guessed it!)........ he copped a 'tude and proceeded to tell me how the gloves were worth more than his starting bid plus the excessive shipping.

Sometimes I just shake my head and wonder "why are there so many of them, God?".

If he's so worried about making money, then why did the seller lower the price by $10 and the shipping by $2 over their previous listing that ended 8/16? It does make you wonder

[BU54CB]

What is a fair price on a Walter Payton retail authentic, providing its the real deal?

[34swtns]

Depends on the size, the tag, the nameplate, etc..

For example, a size 42-44 with a cloth tag and proper letters and spacing on the nameplate can go as high as $400-500.

On the other end of the spectrum, a size 38-40 or 46-48, with a silk tag and nameplate lettering too close together and/or with the oversized orange outline, sell for between $100-200.

[34swtns]

Keep in mind, I'm only refering to the navy/home version.

The white/away version........there are so few of them out there, the sky is the limit, pricewise. If I had one for sale I would start the bidding at $500.

[BU54CB]

Keep in mind, I'm only refering to the navy/home version.

The white/away version........there are so few of them out there, the sky is the limit, pricewise. If I had one for sale I would start the bidding at $500.

Here's a couple photos, let me know your thoughts, manufactured after Payton retired according to the tag, correct?

[34swtns]

Correct. That would be January of 1988.

Manufacture date and silk tag aside, that's a nice nameplate with medium spacing and the correct thickness for the outline.

If I were putting that one up for sale I'd like to see it fetch around $300.

[terryzom]

That's a really nice piece, despite having been issued after retirement. If you could land that for $300, I'd say go for it.

[BU54CB]

Aarrgghh, it was on fleabay and I missed out on it because of a meeting. Someone else bought it for $199

[34swtns]

Somebody got a helluva deal.

[terryzom]

Yep, and not for the first time, although it doesn't happen that often. I watched a c.90ish like that one go for like $160 earlier this year, so there are deals to be had, they just don't turn up that often. Now a *white* '86 Payton in 44-46-48 to match my Samurai Mike... now that would be sick ;)

[TriplexXxSports]

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[terryzom]

You *needed* to photoshop a Bear coming out of the house into that pic ;)

[34swtns]

Keep it down in here, some of us are trying to sleep.

[34swtns]

Nevermind, my "ebay radar" woke me up.

I'll stop short of saying this is bogus, but..........

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mid-80s-Chicago-Bears-PAYTON-home-jersey-GF-LOA-/300459884326?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0

The only Bears jerseys I've ever seen with the tag sewn on the back were all retail authentics and all post-1987, (like this one). The spacing on the nameplate lettering is indicative of a retail authentic as well.

And don't even get me started on the "Payton game worn jersey with little to no wear" issue again. :rolleyes:

[terryzom]

And don't even get me started on the "Payton game worn jersey with little to no wear" issue again. :rolleyes:

Hahahaha, Glad I'm old enough to fully remember watching him play... yeah, there's no way that happened the way he hammered people. Sent you email with the fabric details on that Morrissey by the way...

[BU54CB]

Let's get this back on track, recently in receipt of an Urlacher jersey, its a supposed pre season game used. The date of the game is written on the tag, but not much wear, can't really photo match. Any help or opinions would be appreciated, no time for my own photos yet. I figured at the least, even if I can't prove game use, at the least, its game issued.

I'm still fuming that I failed to bid on that nice Payton retail authentic that I posted about recently !! Go Bears !!

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU1.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU2.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU3.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/Urlacher_GU4.jpg

[terryzom]

It's a little odd there's no sign of +4 length or elastic hem and such (it's not just the photo, right?) but even if it wasn't, at least you got a nice bat-wing gamer cut and sig there!

[BU54CB]

It's a little odd there's no sign of +4 length or elastic hem and such (it's not just the photo, right?) but even if it wasn't, at least you got a nice bat-wing gamer cut and sig there!

You are correct, no elastic hem, and no +4, but I've seen some gamers that don't have the hem or the +4. Am I correct in that evaluation?

Plus, you're correct again, even if there isn't game use, I got the almost worn, hanging out in the locker, please wear me jersey and auto to boot.

[TriplexXxSports]

Brian doesn't use +4. He has been a 50 since early in his career, so if you are looking at jerseys that are 50 +4, that should immediately be a red flag.

I was originally uncomfortable that a "dated" '07 game issued jersey was not hemmed, and the penmanship on that jock tag had me thinking too....(but the pics weren't the best).....

None the less, its definitely a nice score! You don't see those pop up very often. Congrats.

[bergiesports]

bu54cb

i can help you with your research on the 07 urlacher jersey
i tried to send you private response, it said you did not accept them,
feel free to call me or email and i'll do my best to help you.

be well and go bears,

ps, brian is fine and will have a real good year, and if the line can gave jay some time it will be a fun year to be a bears fan.

bergie

847-433-2550
bergie2399@aol.com

pss if matt triple xxx would show me how to post pictures on here i would wake this crowd up.....

[terryzom]

Brian doesn't use +4. He has been a 50 since early in his career, so if you are looking at jerseys that are 50 +4, that should immediately be a red flag.
Thanks for the classroom lesson, Matt ;)
I was trying to eyeball it against Rick's GU Orange Alt and the length looked shorter--could just be the pics as well.

I know we would love to see the stuff you've got, Bergie! Us "transplant" Bears fans don't get out to Chicagoland much.

[BU54CB]

Nevermind, my "ebay radar" woke me up.

I'll stop short of saying this is bogus, but..........

http://cgi.ebay.com/Mid-80s-Chicago-Bears-PAYTON-home-jersey-GF-LOA-/300459884326?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0

The only Bears jerseys I've ever seen with the tag sewn on the back were all retail authentics and all post-1987, (like this one). The spacing on the nameplate lettering is indicative of a retail authentic as well.

And don't even get me started on the "Payton game worn jersey with little to no wear" issue again. :rolleyes:

Do you have an email address you can share or PM me, I have a question I'd like to ask you.

[34swtns]

Sure, my email is: rickdrums99@yahoo.com

[34swtns]

Did Cutler put on weight? :p

http://cgi.ebay.com/JAY-CUTLER-2009-CHICAGO-BEARS-GAME-CUT-JERSEY-/110579846015?pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item19bf128b7f

[Tyrcha]

Did Cutler put on weight? :p

http://cgi.ebay.com/JAY-CUTLER-2009-CHICAGO-BEARS-GAME-CUT-JERSEY-/110579846015?pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item19bf128b7f

I also enjoy how the Captain's Patch is wrong. For fun, do a side by side of the patch with sold gu one on JO Sports. Not even ball park.

[TriplexXxSports]

OH BOY :eek:~

Scott, you got it on the patch. That thing is garbage. Thread missing around the border, the stars look like, well, not good. Not to mention that is it just the all around shape and size. Those patches are a dime a dozen on eBay, but that thing never even saw the city of Chicago, let alone the locker room....

Rick and I chatted last night and noticed that it was the older cut jersey. Jay wore the Bronco Cut jersey throughout the 2009 season and this gem still has the seam across the chest. He may have had some made up in pre-season but that would rule this one out since this one comes with the patch (which is not used in preseason).

And yeah, 52 is a little big for a QB on the run, haha. I would love to run the black light over that thing and find out who it really belonged to......

[Mulligans]

My First Bears Jerseys........:D

[34swtns]

Nice stuff, and welcome to the club. ;)

Those might have been in my collection if the seller could've figured out how to send pictures larger than a postage stamp and I'm afraid it takes more than that to pry a couple of G's outta my pocket.

Have you attempted to match the Urlacher yet?

[BU54CB]

Nice jerseys, too bad Benson didn't run for the Bears like he is now with the Bengals. Seems like a completely different players.

Anyway, love the Urlacher, who wouldn't ;)

[Mulligans]

Hey Rick...I got the postage stamps too but the Photomatch was easy with the info that NFL Auctions provided.....

Item: Jersey
Primary Subject: GAME USED
Authentication Location: NFL
Result/Grade: Authentic
Notes: Brian Urlacher jersey vs. Giants 11/7/04 -- 03 - 50"S"

Its a real nice Jersey, but doesn't show tons of wear. I had to grab it just so I could invade your territory!:D

[34swtns]

I saw the same PSA cert.. It still wasn't enough to seperate me from my dough without some decent pics.

Call me picky.

[TriplexXxSports]

I saw the same PSA cert.. It still wasn't enough to seperate me from my dough without some decent pics.

Call me picky.

But hey, its certified by NFL Auctions! They have never made a mistake. That's as good as it gets right there. The hell with the "light wear" as described in our e-mails, it has those papers!.....:rolleyes:

Rick, I agree. Without a solid photomatch, it doesn't hold alot of water with me either. With the problems noted in previous threads here about NFL Auctions, and other reasons, it just isn't good enough for me. I don't care if it came with a letter from Jesus Christ himself - I do not trust NFL Auctions so I always like to do my homework first. Especially when the cheddar is in the 4 figure amount.

Seeing those pics from Mulli though, it looks like a nice piece.

[34swtns]

No doubt, it looks like a good score, just not a lot of wear.

Did you get the pants with that Benson?

[Mulligans]

I'm pretty Sure the Urlacher is a 1 Gamer (but aren't they all today?) The Urlacher has some good staining and lots of BO, but no major gauges!

I did get the Pants and the Benson is totally pounded.

Hey Matt....I'm with you on a lot of the paperwork these days and the NFL does make some mistakes. But at the end of the Day, the NFL Auctions paperwork is pretty solid for NFL Jerseys.

I am Big Time into Photo matching and try to do it for all of my Jerseys. I recently nailed one of my best Photomatches ever. It was an absolute perfect "No Miss" match. I'm talking staining, loose thread, nameplate.....all spot on!

I uncovered some rocks and found that the behind the Alias was one Steven A. Misturini! He went out of his way to work the Jersey like an Artist......So I guess you can say that even the Cons are stepping up their game a notch.

[TriplexXxSports]

My whole thing with papers is this:

Are they good for authentication - sure (if you look for that in a purchase). But who is to say that people/companies are all that honest?

Example: Let's say that someone got a NFL Auctions Authentic (Urlacher, lets say) from 2005, w/ papers. In that same year, month, day, or whatever, he bought a game used '05 Urlacher, w/ papers.

If the game used is as good as gold (based on wear, photomatches, etc.) and now he has a duplicate (so to speak), why not peel the sticker(s) and switch the papers. Now he gets to keep his gamer and sell the authentic (with different papers) as game used for 5x's the cash.

See, papers can be switched to benefit a sale, especially in high dollar items. I'm not accusing anyone of doing that, but you have to look at the dark side.

That's why for me, papers mean d*ck. A photomatch is definitely the ace in the hole over all else. If a jersey is certified as game used (especially to a particular game) and cannot be matched (assuming there are pics available from that game), then what good is it?

Not to throw turds at the wall, but I know of a NFL Auctions jersey - certified, sold, and then resold as a GAME USED jersey with the pink captains patch with not a lick of wear. The numbers are spotless, no creases, sweat marks, wrinkles, NOTHING. Further attempts at photomatching even revealed that the "C" patch was not even in the right spot. (Us die hards here know the jersey I'm referring to).

Now, a jersey certified as a gamer but a photomatch that proves otherwise. Or, a jersey with no papers that is a dead on match to 1, or several, games......

Think about that.

[TriplexXxSports]

I know this is off topic but I wanted to share this with you guys (this is after last weeks game with 1 more to play before playoffs start). These are the NATIONAL rankings.

http://www.semiprobcs.com/weeklyrankings/august28.html

[TriplexXxSports]

...and, if anyone cares to see stats, pics, or general team info, here's our site...

http://roscoerushfootball.com/

[BU54CB]

...and, if anyone cares to see stats, pics, or general team info, here's our site...

http://roscoerushfootball.com/

Good luck Sat. in your playoff game !!

Anyone with any new Bears items, its been a while.

[34swtns]

Dibs on Matt's game jersey. ;)

[Tyrcha]

What I get no love? I'm on my 2nd team/league of the year. This weekend I'm going to be playing a half of my Summer league's all star game and then leaving at halftime to drive an hour north to play in my Fall league's regular season game. I'm what you call hard core. :cool: Game's 15/16 on the year...hear I come!

[34swtns]

Scott, throw out a link to your team's website!

Meanwhile, here's some possible photomatch material for that #54 jersey I expect to be adding to my collection.
Remember, it has to be unwashed with unrepaired holes and dings and I'm gonna need one of those game-dated stickers on the inside hem as well as a COA and LOA signed by the eqt. manager on team letterhead.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/MattConboy1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/MattConboy.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/MattConboy2.jpg

[TriplexXxSports]

I am ROFLMAO! Now why in the heck did you have to go and butcher me like that?

The cost of any of my gear just went up for you my friend!

And the winning bidder will receive (on DVD) each game that the particular item was worn in (as well as a Rush letter head signed by the...ah....well, I guess me.)

Too Funny Rick! Thanks for the laugh.

[34swtns]

"Butcher" you????

I don't get it. Action shots are a form of "butchery"?
You'd be butchered if I'd posted shots of you on your ass with a 150 lb. opponent on top of you or shots of you on the bench with your head in your hands crying 'cuz you just got trucked by a kick returner named "Sergio".

THEN you'd know you got butchered.

[TriplexXxSports]

Scott, you get all my love buddy! I know how I feel after 13 games this year. Starting a whole new season is not in my immediate future, that's for sure. I can't handle another season of MLB, OLB, DT, DE, Special Teams, and K. That's enough for me this year. Kudo's to the beast that can!

Best of luck to you in your fall season. I would always be happy to see pics and hear updates.

[BU54CB]

What I get no love? I'm on my 2nd team/league of the year. This weekend I'm going to be playing a half of my Summer league's all star game and then leaving at halftime to drive an hour north to play in my Fall league's regular season game. I'm what you call hard core. :cool: Game's 15/16 on the year...hear I come!

I hope you had good games this weekend !! How's that for a thrown bone?

[BU54CB]

Any thoughts on the authenticity of this jersey, no expert at all, but I have my thoughts. The 2 things that stand out to me is that I haven't been able to find a Singletary photo with either the V neck or the material seams in the shoulders, and the Wilson tag also looks off.

Am I even close?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Game-used-worn-Chicago-Bears-jersey-Mike-Singletary-/200516502291?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2eafb70313

[34swtns]

I had a few people contact me about this one.

Somebody got rooked.

[sox83cubs84]

Like you, Iwas only seeing round necks on Iron Mike's jerseys, with the NFL logo below the collar edge, instead of on it. Any photo searches to verify or disput this jersey's status would require looks at 1991 and 1992 jerseys...1991 was the year the NFL shield logo was added, and 1992 was Singletary's last year playing.

Dave Miedema

[Tyrcha]

Singletary Jersey thoughts:
Those "ribbed" shoulders on the jersey are usually a Linemen cut. I can't think, off hand, of anyone else wearing that style of jersey that wasn't a Lienman.

My Playing this weekend:
It was a long day Saturday. I ended up playing all of the All-Star game and made it to my second game by the middle of the 1st quarter. That would be 8 quarters of football!

The All-Star game was a blast. The game featured 12 min quarters with a running clock, so the first half only took about 30 min to play. Our NFC squad ended up losing by a field goal because a WR tried to recreate the Music City Miracle by throwing the ball across the filed during a kickoff. Of course it was picked off with 30 seconds to go to set up the go ahead field goal. Damn, WR's! :)

As to game two, we got smoked like a Christmas ham. We were down 7-0 by the time I got there. As soon as I was dressed I got thrown out there to play ironman for 4 consecutive series, which I wasn't happy about. Our Offense was non-existent and, to be honest, this team sucks. We ended up losing 45-6 and I'm a little banged up. Honestly, I'm not sure I'm going to make it to game 17 on the year. I'm about 70% sure I'm going to shut it down for the year starting this week. If there was a championship on the line that would be one thing, but to put my body on the line after playing this much football for this crap ass team...I don't think so.

Team links:
West Bend Junkyard Dogs (Good Team)- www.westbendjunkyarddogs.com
Oak Creek Renegades (Umm, not so much) - www.oakcreekrenegades.com

[sox83cubs84]

BEARS 19, Lions 14.

We played like doggy doo and STILL won...with the help of a correct but controversial ref's call.

I don't care how we get there...1-0 beats 0-1 anytime!:)

Dave Miedema

[TriplexXxSports]

...1-0 beats 0-1 anytime!:)

Dave Miedema

Bee Lee Dat!

[cohibasmoker]

Got this jersey off eBay last week and I am still waiting for it. It looks pretty nice and hopefully it will get here in a day or so.

Jim

flaa1a@comcast.net

[Vikingshelmetguy]

Bears collectors, did you guys see this nice Dan Hampton game used helmet for sale on Ebay? (Note, I am not the seller of this helmet. Just letting you know about it).

http://cgi.ebay.com/200519467715

[sox83cubs84]

Otis Wilson, OLB on the greatest single-season defense of all time, turns 52 today! WOOF! WOOF! DA BEARS!!

Dave Miedema

[neverfinished94]

Tommie Harris game used gloves from last season. Got them from NFL Auctions


http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/neverfinished94/tommiegloves3.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/neverfinished94/tommiegloves-1.jpg

[terryzom]

Nice stuff, guys. Cohiba, you have added some absolutely amazing pieces recently! I'm gonna keep the Bears love coming with two of my fave defenders. I added a game-worn battered away Mark Anderson jersey to match my other equally battered home jersey; this one was worn 11/11/07 against the Raiders. Anderson had 2 sacks and 2 tackles in this game, haven't found a photomatch yet. Thanks JO for the deal.
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0070-1.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0071.jpghttp://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0072-1.jpg

Lance Briggs 2007 Pro-Bowl Issued, exactly matches my 2007 Gould Pro-Bowl (thanks again Joel), except it is not auto'd and is somehow missing the Ripon manufacturing tag. Call me crazy, but I had the +4 length removed so I can rock this piece in style ;) (hey, it ain't game-worn, so it's game!)
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0073.jpg
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0074.jpg

[Tyrcha]

My turn! Just got this Away Lance Briggs labeled 2006, but after doing a little poking around it looks like I found a nice match against the Vikings in '07. The shoulders on this jersey are totally hammered. There are a lot of little repairs and some green/teal and black helmet marks on the shoulders. There's a very good chance this was worn against the Seahawks and Raiders during 2007. Thanks JO!

[34swtns]

Awesome Double-Nickel, Scott.

[sox83cubs84]

Bears 27, Dallas 20...2-0!

SUPER BEAR!! SUPER BOWL!!:rolleyes:

Dave Miedema

[petzberz]

Hey, is anyone out there buying a throwback jersey like the one they are wearing Monday Night agaainst The Pack? The Bears' Teamstore is selling them, and I'm wondering if they are "overseas authentics"...is there any interest in them...?

[34swtns]

Nah, I'm holding out for the real thing, assuming JO ends up with any of them.

[ivo610]

wow those throwbacks are sweet. anyone know if they have plans to sell them?

[Tyrcha]

wow those throwbacks are sweet. anyone know if they have plans to sell them?

I hope so. I want that Kreutz. ;)

[DaBears54]

Bears 20 Packers 17!!!!!!!:D

[indyred]

Those jerseys last night looked pretty cool. Aren't they wearing them one more time this year? So I wonder if we won't see them hit the market till after the season if JO or someone else cuts a deal to sell them. Or maybe Bears will use NFL.com auctions. Did Bears ever sell the orange THROWBACK gamers with blue #'s from I believe 2003. They used them vs Dallas on turkey day. I can't recall ever seeing one of those for sale. Seemed rarer than 1994 throwback. I just hope they do sell of these current Throwbacks at some point.

[sox83cubs84]

Bears 20 Packers 17!!!!!!!:D

Da Bears are the only undefeated team left in the NFC!

SUPER BEARS! SUPER BOWL!;)

Dave Miedema

[BU54CB]

Those jerseys last night looked pretty cool. Aren't they wearing them one more time this year? So I wonder if we won't see them hit the market till after the season if JO or someone else cuts a deal to sell them. Or maybe Bears will use NFL.com auctions. Did Bears ever sell the orange THROWBACK gamers with blue #'s from I believe 2003. They used them vs Dallas on turkey day. I can't recall ever seeing one of those for sale. Seemed rarer than 1994 throwback. I just hope they do sell of these current Throwbacks at some point.

I believe they are wearing them at home vs. the Vikings whenever that is.

[34swtns]

Yeah, the new throwbacks are mighty nice. Urlacher's already has a big hole between the back numbers and Olsen's has a huge rip in the right shoulder.

Hope JO lands a few of them.

[34swtns]

Just got these pics from Tom Martin who attended the Monday night game at Soldier Field. He also visited Harry Caray's restaurant and got some shots of a Jay Cutler game jersey and helmet on display as well as a couple of nice examples of authentic jerseys of Dent and Payton.
Thanks for sharing the pics Tom!

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/CutlerinCarayshelmet.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/CutlerinCarays2.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/CutlerinCarays1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/CutlerinCarays.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/PaytoninCarays.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/PaytoninCarays2.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/PaytoninCarays1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/DentinCarays.jpg

[terryzom]

Wow, they've got some great stuff on display. A Dent of that era must be super-rare... I'd guess a '95 Champion piece based on the use of tackle-twill.

[TriplexXxSports]

I know it isn't about the Bears, but it beats chatting about how bad Cutler got worked last night. Now, maybe I can get back to the more important things in life....like COLLECTING!

2010 MSFL Champions - Roscoe Rush

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[terryzom]

Our season has been seriously derailed, at least in my opinion with last night's loss and the injury, I won't... I CAN'T continue... But that doesn't mean this thread should creep to the bottom in the thick of FOOTBALL season ;) This is only a retail authentic, but I felt my customization choice worthy of a post.
1988 Jim Morrissey Wilson (the "other" #51)
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0135.jpg

[terryzom]

I know it isn't about the Bears, but it beats chatting about how bad Cutler got worked last night. Now, maybe I can get back to the more important things in life....like COLLECTING!

2010 MSFL Champions - Roscoe Rush

.

Nice Matt! It does beat that discussion.

[TriplexXxSports]

Quite the array of Gamers on NFL Auctions from last nights beat down. A Urlacher (already over $2000), a Hester, and a Peppers.

I wonder if that means that all the Pink Captains (BCA) jerseys will head to the NFL for the auctions.

Should be cool to see what outlandish prices these 3 should fetch. As far as I know, this is the first Peppers to hit the open market....

[TriplexXxSports]

My bad. Here's the links -

Hester
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716871&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063581

Urlacher
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716872&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063582

Peppers
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716873&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063583

[BU54CB]

I know it isn't about the Bears, but it beats chatting about how bad Cutler got worked last night. Now, maybe I can get back to the more important things in life....like COLLECTING!

2010 MSFL Champions - Roscoe Rush

.

Congrats Matt

[BU54CB]

Nice jersey, you mentioned you got it customized, correct? If so, where did you get that done?


Our season has been seriously derailed, at least in my opinion with last night's loss and the injury, I won't... I CAN'T continue... But that doesn't mean this thread should creep to the bottom in the thick of FOOTBALL season ;) This is only a retail authentic, but I felt my customization choice worthy of a post.
1988 Jim Morrissey Wilson (the "other" #51)
http://i974.photobucket.com/albums/ae224/terryzom/DSCN0135.jpg

[sox83cubs84]

Giants 17, Bears 3...

Rough time of it for sure, but the good guys are still 3-1 and leading the division...Time to take some Panther hide this weekend.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

BEARS 23, CAROLINA 6!!

Bears in first place by a game over Green Bay!!

How sweet it is!!

Dave Miedema

[TriplexXxSports]

BEARS 23, CAROLINA 6!!

Bears in first place by a game over Green Bay!!

How sweet it is!!

Dave Miedema


Yes it is, Dave...:D

[TriplexXxSports]

Save your money on this supposed 2000 (Rookie) Urlacher gamer. Without going into too much detail, I have 2 words.... NAME PLATE.

http://cgi.ebay.com/BRIAN-URLACHER-54-BEARS-GAME-WORN-ROOKIE-JERSEY-AUTO-/320603769225?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aa5794989


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[BU54CB]

Nice catch Matt, I with the nameplate it wouldn't even make it as a game issue jersey, correct?

[BU54CB]

I finally got my room put together, I have a few more items to put out, but this is it so far.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/RoomDisplay024.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/RoomDisplay019.jpg

[TriplexXxSports]

I finally got my room put together, I have a few more items to put out, but this is it so far.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/RoomDisplay024.jpg

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb269/BU54CB/Game%20Used%20Items/RoomDisplay019.jpg

Nice, man! Nice! Very clean and simple look, Displays those jerseys perfectly. Keep up the good work.

[34swtns]

Sweet setup there BU! Love that Bears paint scheme.

Matt, what's wrong with someone dropping 9 large on a jersey with a questionable pedigree, an incorrect nameplate and absolutely no photomatches?

Folks can "do whatever they want" with their money. They can WAY overpay for an item that will ultimately prove to be worth half the asking price or prove to be not even game used at all if they want to.
Hell, just ask all the rubes bidding up all the NFL Auction stuff, they'll tell you. It's their money and as long as they're happy, well..........

So, Matt, mind your bidness and let people "burn through 'dey dough like 'dey's no tomorrow"!

[sox83cubs84]

The bad news: Da Bears lost to Seattle 23-20.

The good news: Green Bay lost, as well...we're still a game up on the Pack!

Dave Miedema

[TriplexXxSports]

My bad. Here's the links -

Hester
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716871&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063581

Urlacher
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716872&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063582

Peppers
http://www.nflauction.nfl.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=134716873&prmenbr=65664914&aunbr=135063583


Well seeing these final hammer prices (Hester $1000, Pep $2500, & BU $4500 - Its a fair assumption to say that set the bar for this years market value. Especially that Pep jersey.

I can't see anyone else getting more out of these (considering they are the BCA jerseys and NFL Auctions usually has the highest auction prices).

Thoughts?

[34swtns]

Agreed, 100%. These ended about where I thought they would.
1st new Bears jerseys of the season, BCA specialty items, and not to mention NFL Auctions pieces which always sell for way more than they are ultimately worth, equals what should be the higher end of the measuring stick for 2010 Bears jerseys.

JO should take note of indicators like this and price new items accordingly, meaning regular home and away jerseys of like players most likely should be priced at around 65% of the final hammer price of these NFLA jerseys. Lesser players, around 50%, give or take.

All bets are off regarding the 2010 alternate jerseys which you can bet will be through the roof, pricewise. It will be interesting to see how many of these get snatched up quickly and how many warm the shelves in the coming months.

[TriplexXxSports]

That's even if those throwback's even hit the market. They still have the Minn. game that they will wear them in but, word on the street is, most (if not all) of them will never make it to the market. Just like those alternates from '04.

Should one or 2 creep out, I agree, they will be costly!

[BU54CB]

No orange alternates today, maybe they aren't wearing them this year?

Brutal game, I'd love to know why Lovie didn't challenge the Cutler QB sneak that was a TD. Brutal day Jay Cutler, brutal.

[indyred]

No orange alternates today, maybe they aren't wearing them this year?

Brutal game, I'd love to know why Lovie didn't challenge the Cutler QB sneak that was a TD. Brutal day Jay Cutler, brutal.

Pretty sure NFL allows teams only one alternate style jersey to be used per season. With Bears already using the throwback this year as the alternate, they wouldn't be allowed to crack out orange this year. Sure it will be back next season.

[sox83cubs84]

Sad to say, but the wheels on the Bears bus are coming off rapidly. The 2010 offensive line may be one of the worst in NFL history. They're so bad, a defensive line comprised of grenda12, sugarpam, frikativ and yours truly would probably get 3-4 sacks in a game.:mad:


Dave Miedema

[34swtns]

I'm afraid we have a very expensive bust on our hands in Mr. Cutler.
Granted, the line isn't protecting him but even when it does he poops the bed.
Stick a fork in him........start Hanie.

[gaytorhater703]

where did you get the jersey half mannequin busts....i like those...clean and simple....TIA

[BU54CB]

where did you get the jersey half mannequin busts....i like those...clean and simple....TIA

Who are you referring to?

[BU54CB]

Sad to say, but the wheels on the Bears bus are coming off rapidly. The 2010 offensive line may be one of the worst in NFL history. They're so bad, a defensive line comprised of grenda12, sugarpam, frikativ and yours truly would probably get 3-4 sacks in a game.:mad:


Dave Miedema

They had some of the 85 Bears on the field at halftime, they should have thrown a uni on Thayer and Van Horne, we can use them.

[gaytorhater703]

Who are you referring to?

sorry the ones in your bears room....looks really good. nice job

[BU54CB]

sorry the ones in your bears room....looks really good. nice job

Thanks, and thanks to everyone else for their kind comments. I bought them on ebay, they are inflatable and purchased 3 for $50 delivered. There are 2 holes in the bottom, one in the center and 1 off center for stands. I can find the link and post it or PM it if you like.

[BU54CB]

I don't think that's correct, the Broncos wore their throwbacks last year and wore the orange alternates as well. They wore the orange alternates on October 4, 2009 against the Cowboys. The next week they wore the throwbacks against the Patriots.


Pretty sure NFL allows teams only one alternate style jersey to be used per season. With Bears already using the throwback this year as the alternate, they wouldn't be allowed to crack out orange this year. Sure it will be back next season.

[terryzom]

They had some of the 85 Bears on the field at halftime, they should have thrown a uni on Thayer and Van Horne, we can use them.
Here's what gets me... they drop Brown, Ogunleye, and Anderson, and then have the audacity to go sign another D-lineman (who has already been cut by the way), meanwhile, Tommie looks like a sack of potatoes out there?! I thought the defense was holding up great this year even in lieu of this, but it sure would have been nice if Angelovie could have actually put something together with all those walks and brought in some real O-line talent... I think DJ Moore may be the future of the Bears secondary the way he's been playing...

[BU54CB]

Here's what gets me... they drop Brown, Ogunleye, and Anderson, and then have the audacity to go sign another D-lineman (who has already been cut by the way), meanwhile, Tommie looks like a sack of potatoes out there?! I thought the defense was holding up great this year even in lieu of this, but it sure would have been nice if Angelovie could have actually put something together with all those walks and brought in some real O-line talent... I think DJ Moore may be the future of the Bears secondary the way he's been playing...

I feel the same way, I can't even begin to understand the Bears personnel decisions. I know every team has reasons for signing or cutting players etc. but the way the Bears operate looks like a circus. How can Lovie and Angelo not be the laughing stock of the NFL?

DJ Moore looks good, I'd like to see more, that's for sure. I just hope he doesn't turn out to be the second coming of Nate Vasher. Small guy with a nose for the ball and a good year, then disappears.

[gaytorhater703]

Thanks, and thanks to everyone else for their kind comments. I bought them on ebay, they are inflatable and purchased 3 for $50 delivered. There are 2 holes in the bottom, one in the center and 1 off center for stands. I can find the link and post it or PM it if you like.


yea i would like some more info about them ...i tryed to PM you to keep that off of this thread but it says that your settings are to not recieve PM's

[34swtns]

Now this is just nuts. ;)
2005 and 2006 alternates.........together.

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4061.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4064.jpg

[TriplexXxSports]

:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

[skinsfan0521]

I feel the same way, I can't even begin to understand the Bears personnel decisions. I know every team has reasons for signing or cutting players etc. but the way the Bears operate looks like a circus. How can Lovie and Angelo not be the laughing stock of the NFL?

DJ Moore looks good, I'd like to see more, that's for sure. I just hope he doesn't turn out to be the second coming of Nate Vasher. Small guy with a nose for the ball and a good year, then disappears.
The Bears as the laughing stock of the NFL?

Have you forgotten about the Bills & Lions??!! haha

Just thought I'd point out that it's not as bad as some other teams (including one in your own division)....

[hockeytigers]

Just curious, what value do you put on the 2 orange Urlacher? Are those the 2 most expensive Bears jerseys in the last 10-15 years? ...and you have both of them?

[buckeyegamers]

VERY NICE RICK!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

[TriplexXxSports]

Just curious, what value do you put on the 2 orange Urlacher? Are those the 2 most expensive Bears jerseys in the last 10-15 years? ...and you have both of them?

You are looking at about $10,000 worth of real estate there, my man. To give you an idea.

[34swtns]

Lance Briggs, game worn Nov. 22, 2009 against the Eagles

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/11-22-09g-1.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4080.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4079.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4097.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4091.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4100.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4084.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4082.jpg

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i56/34swtns/100_4081.jpg

[BU54CB]

Any thoughts on this jersey, looks too short to other GU I've seen.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320609087384&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

[sox83cubs84]

The COA doesn't address game usage...just the autograph.

The separate year and size tags also concern me.

Just remember who the seller is...Steven D. Berg, one of the guys convicted in the first FBI investigation of the hobby (the same one that nabbed Steve Ryan of North Shore Sports). Also, BTW, the same guy who got hold of a legitmate COA of mine and used his computer to make hundreds with the item description removed and my signature left intact so he could write his own to sell bad items and make it look like I gave them a thumbs up. Not worth the trouble.


Dave Miedema

[34swtns]

That one's been discussed privately by most of us Bears collectors and the reigning consensus is.........

FAKE!!!!

[TriplexXxSports]

That one's been discussed privately by most of us Bears collectors and the reigning consensus is.........

FAKE!!!!


The 7th pic in the listing is a dead giveaway of that. Take a look. See the outline of the old "5"?

Clear as day.

Yeah, and the tag. I know the Bears are cheap when it comes to reusing things but I think a cowl tag is something they have plenty of.....

[sox83cubs84]

WR Johnny Knox turns 24 today!

Dave Miedema

[34swtns]

This one absolutely takes the prize.........

http://cgi.ebay.com/91-VTG-AUTHENTIC-STARTER-BEARS-GAME-JERSEY-ANDERSON-52-/180582536332?pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item2a0b8ed48c


Biggest load of horses#!t........ EVER.

[sox83cubs84]

This one absolutely takes the prize.........

http://cgi.ebay.com/91-VTG-AUTHENTIC-STARTER-BEARS-GAME-JERSEY-ANDERSON-52-/180582536332?pt=US_Football_Fan_Shop&hash=item2a0b8ed48c


Biggest load of horses#!t........ EVER.

It is pretty crappy, and the seller states it's the same as the pros would wear on the field (even though it's obviously crappier and the Bears never used Starter unies). Still, though, to be fair, I see no mention of the jersey purportedly being game used, so any deception is in the quality and supplier of the jersey, not a claim of being worn in a game.

Dave Miedema

[34swtns]

I've got somebody defending a raghead microwaving a helmet in another thread and now you're defending this clown......

Dave, is it "Be Kind to D-bags Week", 'cuz I didn't get the memo?

[sox83cubs84]

Devin Hester turns 28 today (11/4)!

Sweetness, I don't feel I was defending that seller, as I still made it clear that the "just like the pros wear" statement was wrong. All I said was that he never claimed it to be game-used.

Dave Miedema

[TriplexXxSports]

Devin Hester turns 28 today (11/4)!

Sweetness, I don't feel I was defending that seller, as I still made it clear that the "just like the pros wear" statement was wrong. All I said was that he never claimed it to be game-used.

Dave Miedema

He sure is getting crotchety in his old age, isn't he Dave. Mingya!

Love ya Ole 34!

[terryzom]

Rick, simply amazing stuff. When does the Bears Museum chapter open up down there? :p

[sox83cubs84]

BEARS 22, BILLS 19:D 5-3 and still in the playoff hunt!

BTW...is it just me or are any of the Forum's other Bears fans disappointed that the Bears didn't wear a team-specific patch for the Toronto game like the Bills did. I realize that Chicago was the road team, but still, NFL games in Canada don't happen every weekend. Plus, it would give Sweetness and Triple-X chances to add to their Bears collections.

Dave Miedema

[TriplexXxSports]

The Bears have never been one for patches. They did the 2 patches for soldier field in the last DECADE. So, I am not surprised that they didn't have them. We still have 1 more game in the throwbacks to look forward too, however....

[34swtns]

Patches are nice but us Bears fans don't get many opportunities to get them, unfortunately. The Upshaw patch that every team wore is the most recent that comes to mind.
I agree about the Toronto patches. In last year's Wembley game both teams got to wear patches even though the Bucs were the "home team". Why not the Canadian game?

[sox83cubs84]

Patches are nice but us Bears fans don't get many opportunities to get them, unfortunately. The Upshaw patch that every team wore is the most recent that comes to mind.
I agree about the Toronto patches. In last year's Wembley game both teams got to wear patches even though the Bucs were the "home team". Why not the Canadian game?

Yeah, and, except for the Raiders, the other 31 teams (including the Bears) wore them only for thier season openers (home or road).

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

Bears 27, Favres 13:D :D :D

6-3 and still in the hunt.

The diva looked awful...3 INT, 1 Fumble.

Dave Miedema

[pacman2680]

My first post on this thread, following a big win vs the fins. I picked up a great linebacker who played for both teams back in the day. This one shows good wear, including potential blood stains. Obtained from the freakman himself!

[sox83cubs84]

BEARS 16, Thigpens 0!!

Always nice to beat Miami...if it even marginally ticks off the classless 1973 bitter old men, it's worth it. They probably weren't reaking out champagne on the sidelines this time.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

BEARS 31, Eagles 26.

The Monsters of the Midway let the dogs out on Michael Vick and friends.
8-3 and atop the NFC North alone (thank you, Atlanta).

Dave Miedema

[Vikingshelmetguy]

Bears collectors: Did you guys happen to see this Richard Dent game used helmet that recently went up for sale on Ebay and did not sell as the reserve was not met? What do you think about this helmet? I am not a Bears fan, so I can't tell if this helmet is legit, but it does have nice game wear.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Richard-Dent-Mid-1980s-Bears-Game-Used-Helmet-Autogd-/180592707277?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a0c2a06cd

http://i.ebayimg.com/12/!B-Li6q!BGk~$(KGrHqUOKkMEzLTp,wtzBM7-)CRiBw~~_12.JPG

[TriplexXxSports]

Bears collectors: Did you guys happen to see this Richard Dent game used helmet that recently went up for sale on Ebay and did not sell as the reserve was not met? What do you think about this helmet? I am not a Bears fan, so I can't tell if this helmet is legit, but it does have nice game wear.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Richard-Dent-Mid-1980s-Bears-Game-Used-Helmet-Autogd-/180592707277?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a0c2a06cd



I would suspect that if it only reached $52, there must be some issues. The Lou Lampson letter is less than comforting as well. The helmet may have made its rounds in the auction scene stirring up questions before, building a previous reputation as a problematic lid, but without the proper research on it, that is only a guess.

IMO - (1) if it's on eBay, (2) during the biggest buying season of the year, and (3) it only reached $52 - then there ARE issues with it. Certified or not. A helmet with that potential would fetch thousands if it had better provenance.

By no means am I a helmet guy, so I have no educational guess for you on what issues it may have. I figured you would know more than us.

This is a job/question for Robert, or if someone cares to take the time, hop on Getty and try to at least style match it.

[BU54CB]

I would suspect that if it only reached $52, there must be some issues. The Lou Lampson letter is less than comforting as well. The helmet may have made its rounds in the auction scene stirring up questions before, building a previous reputation as a problematic lid, but without the proper research on it, that is only a guess.

IMO - (1) if it's on eBay, (2) during the biggest buying season of the year, and (3) it only reached $52 - then there ARE issues with it. Certified or not. A helmet with that potential would fetch thousands if it had better provenance.

By no means am I a helmet guy, so I have no educational guess for you on what issues it may have. I figured you would know more than us.

This is a job/question for Robert, or if someone cares to take the time, hop on Getty and try to at least style match it.

I completely agree with that assessment, at the minimum those factors should be enough to raise a red flag with collectors. I looked on Getty and it appears that after a few minutes of research, a style match can be made. There is one thing that bothers me, the angle of the facemask on the ebay helmet seems to be vastly different than the Getty images. The ebay facemask angles away from the helmet at a sharper degree than the photos I looked at on Getty.

[sox83cubs84]

[quote=TriplexXxSports;228419]I would suspect that if it only reached $52, there must be some issues. The Lou Lampson letter is less than comforting as well. The helmet may have made its rounds in the auction scene stirring up questions before, building a previous reputation as a problematic lid, but without the proper research on it, that is only a guess.

IMO - (1) if it's on eBay, (2) during the biggest buying season of the year, and (3) it only reached $52 - then there ARE issues with it. Certified or not. A helmet with that potential would fetch thousands if it had better provenance. (quote)

Don't forget (4)...it has a LOU LOA!:eek:

Dave Miedema

[Tyrcha]

My newest pickup from the JO sale. Rashied Davis home jersey from '09 used against the Cardinals. There was a previous repair on the right shoulder, so there's a chance it was used in the BCA Lions game as well. Hopefully this is the case because I nabbed the would be matching BCA used wristbands a while back.

[neverfinished94]

Does anyone know who picked up the Tommie Harris gu jersey off JO for $375???

[DaBears54]

Does anyone know who picked up the Tommie Harris gu jersey off JO for $375???

That would be me... :D

I haven't paid him for it yet, I'm still working on the funds for 2 other jerseys (Danielle Manning and Adrian Peterson).

I was thinking of letting it go. But it sounds like I would be a little crazy if I did.

[Tyrcha]

My question is who snatched that away Izzy Idonije? I would be posting pics of that instead of 'Shied had I moved a little faster. :)

[34swtns]

Nice Rashied, Scott!

[BU54CB]

My question is who snatched that away Izzy Idonije? I would be posting pics of that instead of 'Shied had I moved a little faster. :)

I was looking at that Izzy as well, but I was a little too slow, and that includes pants as well. A good deal at $375

[Tyrcha]

I was looking at that Izzy as well, but I was a little too slow, and that includes pants as well. A good deal at $375

Ya, that would have looked great with the home jersey I got a while back and had him sign at camp this year. Oh well, maybe it will show up on the secondary market.

[neverfinished94]

That would be me... :D

I haven't paid him for it yet, I'm still working on the funds for 2 other jerseys (Danielle Manning and Adrian Peterson).

I was thinking of letting it go. But it sounds like I would be a little crazy if I did.

Turn your private messaging feature on your profile

[DaBears54]

Turn your private messaging feature on your profile

Done.

[sox83cubs84]

Bears 24, Lions 20

Detroit gave our guys a run for their money (as they have with most opponents), but, again came up short.

9-3 now...Super Bears, SUPER BOWL!!:D :D :D

[neverfinished94]

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