Should I sell or keep this GU Eagles?

[project 4]

Am really torn right now. Was thinking of selling but with this being such a unique piece and the only full uniform I own it's kind of difficult. I was having plans of displaying it on a mannequin with glass cover but don't know where to get one/make one. Besides, I don't know where I can display what with our limited space in our home (I don't have a game room).

On top of that Kolb doesn't play for the Eagles anymore which brings me to another question, do people enjoy collecting uniforms of players not currently on that team? Kolb didn't really have a career with the Eagles so there's not much of connection for me there. I'm a Kolb fan who went to the same college as he did which is why I purchased it in the first place but I stopped keeping up with the Eagles. Actually the whole situation with Vick kind of left a bitter taste in my mouth.

I guess it would be a lot easier for me if I had a full outfit of one of Kolb's Arizona Cardinal uniform but from my understanding Arizona doesn't really release a lot of their items especially the Helmets and pants so it would be difficult to achieve what I intended for this one. I don't want to have any regrets selling this set which is why I'm asking. I just wonder if it's difficult to obtain something similar down the road. So is it better for me to just keep it with everything mentioned?

[ironmanfan]

IMO if you are a fan/collector of Kolb and have little or no opportunity to acquire any Cardinal game used material, I'd keep the Eagles gear....

Obviously, if you were somehow able to acquire any Cardinal material down the road, then consider moving the Eagles uniform at that juncture.

[Jags Fan Dan]

I would think that obtaining a uniform that complete would be a big challenge. If you are conflicted, keep it for now. Especially if you are a Kolb fan, I think you would wind up regretting getting rid of it.

[BU54CB]

It sounds like you purchased the jersey because it was Kolb's and you're a fan of his, not because he was with the Eagles. If that's true, then it shouldn't matter what team they are on if you're a player collector. What if the Cardinals cut him next year, would you feel the same?

That being said, we all have our individual tastes and preferences for how our collection should be, I don't blame you for feeling the way you do.

Since you're having display issues, one option is to sell the full uniform and buy a Eagles and Cardinals GU jersey of him and display in frames. There are many alternatives to displaying items, searching these boards, if you already haven't, will give you plenty of ideas.

A full uniform from the same game(s) of any player in pro sports can be difficult to come by. If you don't need the money, I'd keep it and see if you can find a GU Cardinals jersey to fulfill your needs and figure out how to display some or parts of your collection. All you need is a corner in a room and a mannequin torso to display a jersey !!

[project 4]

I would think that obtaining a uniform that complete would be a big challenge. If you are conflicted, keep it for now. Especially if you are a Kolb fan, I think you would wind up regretting getting rid of it.

Yeah, I really don't want any regrets. I just wonder if anyone has ever done something similar and was able to eventually replace what they sold.I do have a Cardinals jersey which is my favorite and I could easily display that.

IMO if you are a fan/collector of Kolb and have little or no opportunity to acquire any Cardinal game used material, I'd keep the Eagles gear....

Obviously, if you were somehow able to acquire any Cardinal material down the road, then consider moving the Eagles uniform at that juncture.

I guess that's a good idea. Money shouldn't be too much of an issue in the future I hope but figured if I'm going to move it might as well do it now and just save the money until I find it.

It sounds like you purchased the jersey because it was Kolb's and you're a fan of his, not because he was with the Eagles. If that's true, then it shouldn't matter what team they are on if you're a player collector. What if the Cardinals cut him next year, would you feel the same?

That being said, we all have our individual tastes and preferences for how our collection should be, I don't blame you for feeling the way you do.

Since you're having display issues, one option is to sell the full uniform and buy a Eagles and Cardinals GU jersey of him and display in frames. There are many alternatives to displaying items, searching these boards, if you already haven't, will give you plenty of ideas.

A full uniform from the same game(s) of any player in pro sports can be difficult to come by. If you don't need the money, I'd keep it and see if you can find a GU Cardinals jersey to fulfill your needs and figure out how to display some or parts of your collection. All you need is a corner in a room and a mannequin torso to display a jersey !!

I own a Cardinals jersey already which I love. Also own 3 other Eagles jerseys which I could display as well. I guess that's one way to go. I was thinking of actually condensing my collection to a few. Having all these jerseys seem to devalue the others. Makes it seem less rare. Anyways, thanks for everyone's help on the matter. I'll mull over it a little.

[ivo610]

I don't think you will like the amount you would get for it. So hang on to it.

[project 4]

I don't think you will like the amount you would get for it. So hang on to it.

Lol. Probably not. I wasn't really thinking about how much I would get for it. More of wondering if it was something I would regret in the long run. I use to collect cards and know that value can go up and down but was thinking GU stuff are more like 1/1's and sustain value a little better. You're probably right though, it would be better to hold on to it just for that reason alone.

[Shipp_96]

To me it's just cool. And I am not a Kolb or Iggles fan. Since you are a fan of the player and not the team, as someone else said I'd lean on keeping it. Add to the fact they may never wear those throwback uniforms again I think it only enhances the value.

The other issue is if you were to part it out you'd have issues getting any real value for the cleats or pants. I do understand your issue with displaying it as I am having a tough time finding decent priced mannequins and a shelf to properly display my jerseys (it's why I sold most of them initially). So I do respect your dilemma there. But I also believe in time you'll be upset if you do sell it off.

[project 4]

To me it's just cool. And I am not a Kolb or Iggles fan. Since you are a fan of the player and not the team, as someone else said I'd lean on keeping it. Add to the fact they may never wear those throwback uniforms again I think it only enhances the value.

The other issue is if you were to part it out you'd have issues getting any real value for the cleats or pants. I do understand your issue with displaying it as I am having a tough time finding decent priced mannequins and a shelf to properly display my jerseys (it's why I sold most of them initially). So I do respect your dilemma there. But I also believe in time you'll be upset if you do sell it off.

This. The uniqueness of the uniform makes it difficult to let go off which is why I'm having second thoughts. The fact that it was the only time they wore it that year commemorating the 1960 Philadelphia Eagles makes it special. Even though there's not too much going on on the jersey (logos, patches, etc), the colorway looks awesome IMO. There's scuffs on the jersey and pants however that I've photo matched since I recorded the game!

[tom1315]

Keep the Kevin Kolb uniform! As some others have said to have something that unique and complete is very tough to accomplish. I have one half mannequin and would like more yet my bride has vetoed anymore, though I am lobbying hard for a second one.

The one I have is from a tuxedo store. It can display the pants, jersey and helmet nicely. I posted pictures on here under the college section of a NC State helmet, jersey and pants.

I will send a picture of mine so you can see it. Really does not take up too much space either.

Tom

Go Pack! NC State 1981