Base Display Ideas

[Swoboda4]

Re: Base Display Ideas

That's what I'm talking about. Could be a little cheaper though.

[Swoboda4]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Nick did make a nice one. Thats 2 days worth of work and a fifth of jack daniels in the garage. With 2 Rocky Patel Edge cigars. But worth it.

[zooat2]

Displaying a Game Used Base

Hey guys!

- I just recently picked up my first game used base and was wondering if there is an "affordable" way to display them?

- I looked all over and found cases in the $150-200 range, but I was wondering if anyone could share their ideas..

Thanks all!

[Manram]

Re: Displaying a Game Used Base

I do not think i have ever seen a person display a base. If you do though, please show pics

[zooat2]

Re: Base Display Ideas

- Anyone have any thoughts on this??

http://shop.mlb.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3300970

[joelsabi]

Re: Base Display Ideas

- Anyone have any thoughts on this??

http://shop.mlb.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3300970

i would first try an arts and craft store near where you live. they may have some shadow boxes that would fit the base and for a lot cheaper than this.

http://hosted.where2getit.com/michaels/

[zooat2]

Re: Base Display Ideas

i would first try an arts and craft store near where you live. they may have some shadow boxes that would fit the base and for a lot cheaper than this.

http://hosted.where2getit.com/michaels/

- PERFECT! And there's one right by my house!

- Thanks for the tip, Joel!

[BULBUS]

Re: Base Display Ideas

- PERFECT! And there's one right by my house!

- Thanks for the tip, Joel!

They usually have a 40-50% off one item in the Sunday paper. Or, they take competitors coupons. You can print one online from AC Moore:

http://www.acmoore.com/e-acm.StoreLocator.aspx

-Chris

[Birdbats]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's the most affordable idea of all -- forget the display case, buy some small bolts, nuts, washers and picture frame wire, and just hang your bases like photos. If your bases are like mine, there should be holes in the back. Simply put a bolt through two washers, the hole, another washer and the nut... secure the wire around the nut between the two outside washers, tighten the nut, repeat on the other side of the base, snip the extra wire and you're ready to hang it on the wall. The bases hang flush to the wall (because the back of the base is concave), you can fit more in a tight space and it costs mere pennies vs. expensive acrylic cases.

[BULBUS]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's the most affordable idea of all -- forget the display case, buy some small bolts, nuts, washers and picture frame wire, and just hang your bases like photos. If your bases are like mine, there should be holes in the back. Simply put a bolt through two washers, the hole, another washer and the nut... secure the wire around the nut between the two outside washers, tighten the nut, repeat on the other side of the base, snip the extra wire and you're ready to hang it on the wall. The bases hang flush to the wall (because the back of the base is concave), you can fit more in a tight space and it costs mere pennies vs. expensive acrylic cases.

Genius, pure genius! I don't have any bases, but if I do get one, I'll be sure to use this. Thanks!

[zooat2]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's the most affordable idea of all -- forget the display case, buy some small bolts, nuts, washers and picture frame wire, and just hang your bases like photos. If your bases are like mine, there should be holes in the back. Simply put a bolt through two washers, the hole, another washer and the nut... secure the wire around the nut between the two outside washers, tighten the nut, repeat on the other side of the base, snip the extra wire and you're ready to hang it on the wall. The bases hang flush to the wall (because the back of the base is concave), you can fit more in a tight space and it costs mere pennies vs. expensive acrylic cases.

- Its funny because I was looking at the back of it last night and was thinking the same thing, but I thought it may damage the base, but you pictures proved that it doesnt....so I'm going w/ your way! THANK YOU!

[LastingsMilledge85]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's mine...

[punch]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's the most affordable idea of all -- forget the display case, buy some small bolts, nuts, washers and picture frame wire, and just hang your bases like photos. If your bases are like mine, there should be holes in the back. Simply put a bolt through two washers, the hole, another washer and the nut... secure the wire around the nut between the two outside washers, tighten the nut, repeat on the other side of the base, snip the extra wire and you're ready to hang it on the wall. The bases hang flush to the wall (because the back of the base is concave), you can fit more in a tight space and it costs mere pennies vs. expensive acrylic cases.

Wow, what a smart idea. Learn something new every day.

[allstarsplus]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Here's the most affordable idea of all -- forget the display case, buy some small bolts, nuts, washers and picture frame wire, and just hang your bases like photos. If your bases are like mine, there should be holes in the back. Simply put a bolt through two washers, the hole, another washer and the nut... secure the wire around the nut between the two outside washers, tighten the nut, repeat on the other side of the base, snip the extra wire and you're ready to hang it on the wall. The bases hang flush to the wall (because the back of the base is concave), you can fit more in a tight space and it costs mere pennies vs. expensive acrylic cases.

You know what would be cool since you have 3 bases? Have an artist paint an ballfield for you and you have your 1st, 2nd and 3rd bases in the infield portion!

Don't you love how I am spending your money!

[rwoodsbats]

Re: Base Display Ideas

Did your bases come with the steel plate with the 6"x1.5" square post? I have seen some with and with out. All of mine came with them. Just curious to see if different teams sell them different ways. As always thank you for your info.