Opinions on Topps/Bowman Replacement of a 1/1 crappy player?

NonFlammable · 06-30-2011, 11:21 AM

I hit a printing plate from 2008 Bowman Chrome after stopping at the LCS last night for a couple packs (some no-name prospect I can't even remember at the moment). The plate looks fine but border around the player is really poor condition (white marks, dings, etc).

Since it's a 1/1 of a crappy player, am I likely going to be disappointed if I send it in for a swap? Just wonder if anyone has sent in "rare" no-name players and actually been pleased with the replacement...

messier2 · 06-30-2011, 11:54 AM

No, no, no! Of course the printing plate is not in "mint" condition...it's been used!

It's like getting a GW jersey card that has dirt on it so you're returning it because you want a nice clean swatch! lol

csmtampa · 06-30-2011, 11:55 AM

LMAO...........really?

NonFlammable · 06-30-2011, 12:20 PM

Not the plate itself, but the paper border thing they put on top of it...

Here's the same type of card, damage along those areas. Wish I would have brought it to work with me and scanned it

Highcheese4U · 06-30-2011, 12:23 PM

Printing plates are just that.. I don't think I've ever seen a nice printing plate except for the framed variety...

pzeniewicz · 06-30-2011, 12:26 PM

Just a heads up that Topps won't replace a two year old card anyways.

7290morint · 06-30-2011, 12:27 PM

I would actually be more concerned if the plate was in "mint" condition.

Laxbam619 · 06-30-2011, 02:16 PM

I see what your saying, the border is nicked up and its bothering you correct? I guess give them a call

wcjohnson · 06-30-2011, 02:23 PM

Thats just the way those are bro never seen a great conditioned print plate. Nice pull for just opening a couple packs thou.

dthimesch · 06-30-2011, 02:24 PM

Since 1/1's "should" have been packed out I hope they don't have a replacement sitting on hand for you. That would mean they didn't pack some hits out

in a case like this I would almost expect or would hope they would replace the bordering layer on top of the plate. Will they do it on a card a couple years old idk.

7290morint · 06-30-2011, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Laxbam619

I see what your saying, the border is nicked up and its bothering you correct? I guess give them a call

So you are saying that a printing plate that was actually used to make the cards in the printing process should not look used?

This is absolutely crazy. That plate was used to make the cards, do you seriously expect it to look in pristine condition? There is no way Topps is going to replace that further more they shouldn't replace that.

Tyler · 06-30-2011, 03:41 PM

Printing plates are used to manufacture the cards. This is how they're supposed to look.

Sports Fan Ston · 06-30-2011, 03:43 PM

One of the reasons I hate selling plates on eBay. When I do I make very sure to clearly and boldly state that most printing plates have some sort of factory damage from their use and the one I'm selling is no different.

I wonder how many negatives have been given on eBay by people who buy a plate and don't understand that almost 100% of them are "damaged" in some way.

NonFlammable · 06-30-2011, 03:43 PM

I'm not concerned about the condition of the printing plate.

The paper border that they glue on top of the plate to make it a "card" is in really bad condition.

Make sense?

go_steelers07 · 06-30-2011, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Highcheese4U

Printing plates are just that.. I don't think I've ever seen a nice printing plate except for the framed variety...

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7290morint

I would actually be more concerned if the plate was in "mint" condition.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wcjohnson

Thats just the way those are bro never seen a great conditioned print plate. Nice pull for just opening a couple packs thou.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7290morint

So you are saying that a printing plate that was actually used to make the cards in the printing process should not look used?

This is absolutely crazy. That plate was used to make the cards, do you seriously expect it to look in pristine condition? There is no way Topps is going to replace that further more they shouldn't replace that.

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Originally Posted by Tyler

Printing plates are used to manufacture the cards. This is how they're supposed to look.

did any of you look at the pic? the plate isn't damaged....... the frame around the plate is damaged.

cj52racers · 06-30-2011, 03:45 PM

You guys must all have reading problems. The plate is fine. He is saying that the paper border they use on them is mangled. Has nothing to do with the printing process.

vikingfan101 · 06-30-2011, 03:48 PM

Even if it is damaged, Topps will not replace this because it has been over a year since that product was released. I would advise do not waste your time.

NonFlammable · 06-30-2011, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by pzeniewicz

Just a heads up that Topps won't replace a two year old card anyways.

Quote:

Originally Posted by vikingfan101

Even if it is damaged, Topps will not replace this because it has been over a year since that product was released. I would advise do not waste your time.

thanks for the heads up guys

Tyler · 06-30-2011, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by NonFlammable

I'm not concerned about the condition of the printing plate.

The paper border that they glue on top of the plate to make it a "card" is in really bad condition.

Make sense?

now that I spend more than .3 seconds looking at the picture, yes. That is a bummer about the border, but I don't imagine Topps would help you out there.

mnvikingstwins · 06-30-2011, 04:04 PM

I've got a few of the 2011 Series 1/2 plates that are in very good condition

revil41 · 06-30-2011, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 7290morint

I would actually be more concerned if the plate was in "mint" condition.

This one is pretty good shape

obenheimer · 06-30-2011, 04:22 PM

I honestly wouldn't even bother sending it in. Why would you want to send in a 1/1 printing plate and take the chance of NOT getting a 1/1 printing plate back? Are you planning on selling the plate? Plus, like others have said, they won't replace cards more than a year old.

I feel companies shouldn't put the paper borders on them anyway. Just pack them out in their natural condition.

NonFlammable · 06-30-2011, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by obenheimer

I feel companies shouldn't put the paper borders on them anyway. Just pack them out in their natural condition.

i definitely agree

NeonStatus · 06-30-2011, 10:26 PM

Who is the plate of?

I agree with the other members that stated that you won't get anything if you send it into Topps since the product has been out for over a year.

06-30-2011, 11:21 AM	#1
NonFlammable Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,003	Opinions on Topps/Bowman Replacement of a 1/1 crappy player? I hit a printing plate from 2008 Bowman Chrome after stopping at the LCS last night for a couple packs (some no-name prospect I can't even remember at the moment). The plate looks fine but border around the player is really poor condition (white marks, dings, etc). Since it's a 1/1 of a crappy player, am I likely going to be disappointed if I send it in for a swap? Just wonder if anyone has sent in "rare" no-name players and actually been pleased with the replacement...

06-30-2011, 12:26 PM	#6
pzeniewicz Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,093 paulzeniewicz	Just a heads up that Topps won't replace a two year old card anyways. __________________ Looking for autos of current or former Detroit Tigers, Lions and/or Pistons that I don't have. Also always looking for PSA graded vintage cards of HOFers and some newer rookies.

06-30-2011, 12:27 PM	#7
7290morint Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 6,058 the_alchemist83	I would actually be more concerned if the plate was in "mint" condition. __________________ Looking for: rare brewers cards (think /5 or less and even better if they are chrome). Instagram: alchemycards

06-30-2011, 02:16 PM	#8
Laxbam619 Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,690 Laxbam619	I see what your saying, the border is nicked up and its bothering you correct? I guess give them a call __________________ - RYAN Bucket: http://sports.webshots.com/album/578914478jSzeie?start=12 LOOKING FOR: 2012 Absolute Russel Wilson NFL JSY Auto /299

06-30-2011, 02:24 PM	#10
dthimesch Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 32,799	Since 1/1's "should" have been packed out I hope they don't have a replacement sitting on hand for you. That would mean they didn't pack some hits out in a case like this I would almost expect or would hope they would replace the bordering layer on top of the plate. Will they do it on a card a couple years old idk. __________________ @dt_sportscards YouTube

06-30-2011, 11:54 AM	#2
messier2 Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 15,260	No, no, no! Of course the printing plate is not in "mint" condition...it's been used! It's like getting a GW jersey card that has dirt on it so you're returning it because you want a nice clean swatch! lol

06-30-2011, 11:55 AM	#3
csmtampa Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 4,266	LMAO...........really?

06-30-2011, 12:20 PM	#4
NonFlammable Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,003	Not the plate itself, but the paper border thing they put on top of it... Here's the same type of card, damage along those areas. Wish I would have brought it to work with me and scanned it

06-30-2011, 12:23 PM	#5
Highcheese4U Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,766 shayne_man	Printing plates are just that.. I don't think I've ever seen a nice printing plate except for the framed variety...

06-30-2011, 02:23 PM	#9
wcjohnson Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Forks, WA Posts: 461	Thats just the way those are bro never seen a great conditioned print plate. Nice pull for just opening a couple packs thou.

06-30-2011, 03:41 PM	#12
Tyler Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 9,053	Printing plates are used to manufacture the cards. This is how they're supposed to look.

06-30-2011, 03:43 PM	#13
Sports Fan Ston Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 448	One of the reasons I hate selling plates on eBay. When I do I make very sure to clearly and boldly state that most printing plates have some sort of factory damage from their use and the one I'm selling is no different. I wonder how many negatives have been given on eBay by people who buy a plate and don't understand that almost 100% of them are "damaged" in some way.

06-30-2011, 03:45 PM	#16
cj52racers Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lexington KY Posts: 1,418	You guys must all have reading problems. The plate is fine. He is saying that the paper border they use on them is mangled. Has nothing to do with the printing process. __________________ I collect: Former UK Basketball Players, Colts FB, SF Giants, Colorado Avalanche, and Patrick Roy. Giants, World Champs!

06-30-2011, 03:48 PM	#17
vikingfan101 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,146 vikingfan101	Even if it is damaged, Topps will not replace this because it has been over a year since that product was released. I would advise do not waste your time. __________________ I collect Randy Moss and Giannis Antetokounpo Autographs

06-30-2011, 04:04 PM	#20
mnvikingstwins Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 42,188 ski_4 ski_4	I've got a few of the 2011 Series 1/2 plates that are in very good condition

06-30-2011, 04:22 PM	#22
obenheimer Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Waldorf, MD Posts: 2,655 texasnavyguy78	I honestly wouldn't even bother sending it in. Why would you want to send in a 1/1 printing plate and take the chance of NOT getting a 1/1 printing plate back? Are you planning on selling the plate? Plus, like others have said, they won't replace cards more than a year old. I feel companies shouldn't put the paper borders on them anyway. Just pack them out in their natural condition.

06-30-2011, 10:26 PM	#24
NeonStatus Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: United States Posts: 652 Neonstatus	Who is the plate of? I agree with the other members that stated that you won't get anything if you send it into Topps since the product has been out for over a year. __________________ Status: Collecting sports cards!