NRL Traders Wally Lewis Auto

Matt26 · May 6, 2014

Hi everyone,

Apparently there has been some discussion around the NRL Traders Wally Lewis Signature card which has led ESP to release this image of "The King" signing his cards.

I personally had no doubt that the cards were signed by Wally and I am aware that all ESP signings have a representative on hand.

Has anyone heard anything to the contrary?

Anyway, enjoy the cool photo!

Cheers
Matt

jonnov0007 · May 6, 2014

cool photo!
ESP need to look at ultra pro products

nznrl · May 6, 2014

That's just bizarre

'Interesting' packaging

Matt26 · May 6, 2014

jonnov0007 said:
cool photo!
ESP need to look at ultra pro products

I agree..... I did email Terry saying they should post more images like this.... a) its cool to see and b) completely erases any authenticity doubts.

AyiosYiorgos · May 6, 2014

That's not Wally, Wally has more hair

Rocket1908 · May 6, 2014

yeah thats the most formal way to do it, over a few drinks at the local.

The Mad Hatter · May 6, 2014

Pic is photoshopped methinks. Wally never smiles either.

On a serious note, did they really just bubble wrap a stack of cut Wally Cards and have him sign 'em down the pub?

Brendan_B · May 6, 2014

He is the king, he chooses the location where he signs these cards for mere mortals...

I forgot to add when I was chatting to Terry from ESP over the weekend he mentioned that a lot of top players watch their sig cards on Ebay (IP and inserts) and are well aware of the average value. He said a top player (not named) who got $15 per card last year wanted $25 (again not sure if these were the exact or figures or just examples) this year after observing how much they were selling for. Terry tried to explain that it wasn't ESP selling the cards on Ebay but the player in question wouldn't budge. I suppose this could be considered an example of what IP sig card sellers are doing to the hobby

Matt26 · May 6, 2014

Brendan_B said:
He is the king, he chooses the location where he signs these cards for mere mortals...

I forgot to add when I was chatting to Terry from ESP over the weekend he mentioned that a lot of top players watch their sig cards on Ebay (IP and inserts) and are well aware of the average value. He said a top player (not named) who got $15 per card last year wanted $25 (again not sure if these were the exact or figures or just examples) this year after observing how much they were selling for. Terry tried to explain that it wasn't ESP selling the cards on Ebay but the player in question wouldn't budge. I suppose this could be considered an example of what IP sig card sellers are doing to the bobby

Also doesnt help when one legend tells the other legends how much (lots) he is getting paid per signature. Now they all asked for the same.

The Mad Hatter · May 6, 2014

You can't begrudge older players wanting some dollars when they are the 'legends' of the game and many of them earned a pittance.

But if they 'think' they should get X, and don't understand the hobby and secondary market, you can't blame ESP for not chasing/obtaining 'Legend' sigs in future.

However, every time I think of Andrew Johns, I think of how the ARL could have paid and built the Olympic Stadium. Sigh.

troy titans · May 6, 2014

I was aware of the rumor, decided to stay on the fence about it im glad they have shown the picture in my mind the card is now worth more, just my opinion.

Does a player/legend decide themselves if they want to sign for card companies or does their management have anything to do with it?

troy titans · May 6, 2014

Anyone want to have a guess as to how much Lewis would have made per card for these?

collect94 · May 6, 2014

Rocket1908 said:
yeah thats the most formal way to do it, over a few drinks at the local.

Wally probably owns the pub he's signing at.

collect94 · May 6, 2014

Rocket1908 said:
yeah thats the most formal way to do it, over a few drinks at the local.

Wally probably owns the pub he's signing at.

hobo · May 11, 2014

Hadn't heard the rumours and have no idea why anyone would think that.

Looks like a lot more than 208 (lobs hand grenade over fence and ducks)

Ross

thenamesgould · May 11, 2014

Where did the rumour come from? Sounds like a totally random one ...

Matt26 · May 11, 2014

troy titans douglas said:
Anyone want to have a guess as to how much Lewis would have made per card for these?

I know the number and it's lots....

troy titans · May 11, 2014

Matt26 said:
I know the number and it's lots....

higher than $50 a card?

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