Galactics are overrated - Page 3

oshmeehan · 01-21-2020, 02:27 PM

I only have 2017/18 Revolution to go off of, but I agree the Galactics are overrated. A few of the other base parallels from that year look better to me than the Galactics.

bberns · 01-21-2020, 02:30 PM

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I’m guessing 25 mainly because of Luka’s Galactic RC pop report. BGS has graded 16 (2 10s, 13 9.5s, 1 9) and PSA has graded 3 (2 10s and a 9). Considering only 2 have graded worse than gem mint, I just don’t see a bunch of resubs on these.

I understand that people will get a BGS 9.5 Gem, crack it and send to PSA and then when it comes back without a PSA 10, they send it back to BGS. People love that PSA 10, so it's not a dumb move.

I still think it's a 13-18 print run.

derder · 01-21-2020, 02:31 PM

this may have already been said but i feel a lot of their appeal depends on the rest of the cards design... due to this, some of the variations don't "kick" like they should. My Bobby Portis Rookie isnt that impressive to me (look-wise) and the Lonzo ball Starburst version and my Cubic autos are very appealing but i have seen other Galactics that are just gorgeous.

ballhawkdawk · 01-21-2020, 02:36 PM

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Agree re: Court Kings. They have some awesome designs.

I actually like the From Downtown sets a lot, but wish they were a bit more rare. If they were /10-20, I would be all over them.

Yes! The From Downtown/Downtowns are nice. I have a couple of Simmons and Curry and plan on trying to build the original 16-17 Studio set at some point. I love sets that are fun and different. The relatively high print run has kept prices pretty stagnant, and there's almost always one of a given player from a given year that's available. Maybe by the time I get around to it they won't be as affordable, but the difference with Galactics is that if you miss early, you might be waiting a really long time for a particular card to pop up.

Kabooms might be something you'd like. They're honestly a little too over the top for me... the cartoonish design and consistent background from year to year kinda kill it for me.

ballhawkdawk · 01-21-2020, 02:39 PM

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I've been following for a few weeks now, great stuff! In terms of awesome parallels, I think Black/Pink Velocity Optics are great and really like the Laser parallels in Donruss. I'm also a huge fan of anything Impeccable.

I don't like the Velocity stuff myself, but to each his own. Impeccable doesn't really fit the bill in terms of super cool and all that, but gaddamn they're some stunning cards. The Numbers sets in Impeccable is by far my favorite high end product. I have a couple Currys that I absolutely love.

BartvH · 01-21-2020, 02:43 PM

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Futura is #1 for me out of all parallels that have come out of Revolution

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My favorite is 16/17 and the Futura is the best Parallel they've done.

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Also a futura fan. They also used this technology for a Fathers's day release which was truly beautiful.

I'm also on team futura. That's the best looking parallel to me.

King44 · 01-21-2020, 02:48 PM

Cubic is my favorite. I like the design and the print run.

ballhawkdawk · 01-21-2020, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by derder

this may have already been said but i feel a lot of their appeal depends on the rest of the cards design... due to this, some of the variations don't "kick" like they should. My Bobby Portis Rookie isnt that impressive to me (look-wise) and the Lonzo ball Starburst version and my Cubic autos are very appealing but i have seen other Galactics that are just gorgeous.

This is very true. 17-18 and 18-19 base aren't really the greatest in terms of Galactic pop. The 18-19 Supernova is holy sh** levels of awesome. They're not my personal favorite in terms of Galactics, but they offer the most pop if that's what you're after.

Luni · 01-21-2020, 02:51 PM

I just want to add that I wish the Lava parallel was red. I don't like that Panini makes every numbered parallel in Revolution the same blue color.

I would also like to add that the unnumbered Fractal parallel is my favorite after Galactics.

ClipsandVols · 01-21-2020, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Luni

I just want to add that I wish the Lava parallel was red. I don't like that Panini makes every numbered parallel in Revolution the same blue color.

I would also like to add that the unnumbered Fractal parallel is my favorite after Galactics.

Fractals look awesome. One of the best unnumbered parallels Panini makes IMO. The red would work great on Lava if it weren't for that dang Chinese New Year!

Oldschool42 · 01-21-2020, 03:24 PM

I really like Futura /25 and Sunburst /75, however as a case hit Galactics is tops. Lava /10 and CNY /8 do nothing for me. I’d take a Futura /25 over a Galactics but that’s me, I love Galactic’s don’t get me wrong but they Futura’s are sick and severely underrated.

ballhawkdawk · 01-21-2020, 03:42 PM

I will say... head on, without moving the card, Futura is the best parallel, but nothing dances at different angles with different lighting like the Galactic. I think the Cosmic is the best of the rest.

satori · 01-21-2020, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ljandkg

Also a futura fan. They also used this technology for a Fathers's day release which was truly beautiful.

Those are very nice looking. What are those #'d to?

ballhawkdawk · 01-21-2020, 03:51 PM

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Those are very nice looking. What are those #'d to?

25...

Deadshot · 01-21-2020, 04:31 PM

I only own a 2018-19 but it's ugly. I like the logistics of the set but otherwise it doesn't appeal as much to me as it does some other people.

satori · 01-21-2020, 04:44 PM

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25...

Are there multiple "effects" that are #'d to 25 for this run? There's a D Smith on eBay that has the "escher" effect, #'d to 25 also.

ThoseBackPages · 01-21-2020, 04:45 PM

anyone dumping a Dirk?

bberns · 01-21-2020, 04:47 PM

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anyone dumping a Dirk?

DM me - I have some doubles I would sell at a fair price.

ljandkg · 01-21-2020, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by satori

Those are very nice looking. What are those #'d to?

These ones are /50. They're called future frames or hyperplaid but if you search fathers day /50 they'll show up.

Revolution futura are /25

babyfaceposey · 01-21-2020, 04:58 PM

They are nice, but are overpriced. People are hoping these are pmgs down the road, but will be disappointed imo.

bberns · 01-21-2020, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by babyfaceposey

They are nice, but are overpriced. People are hoping these are pmgs down the road, but will be disappointed imo.

I don't think that they will be Green PMGs, but what else do you think will be the highly sought after chase cards of this generation? The main reason that I think they have a chance is because they are neck and neck with Prizm Golds as the best-selling LeBron parallels of the Panini generation.

Another way to examine this is:

1. Go to the PWCC archive and look at all completed LeBron sales descending by price
2. Ignore all rookie cards
3. Ignore all 1 of 1's
4. At the top of the remaining list are (a) galactics and (b) prizm golds.

https://www.pwccmarketplace.com/mark...ms_per_page=50 (this is just a search for "LeBron panini")

If you look at old Beckett's, the highest valued Jordan's in 1999 are by and large the most sought after and highly valued ones today. It's both inertia and eye appeal.

nfunk · 01-21-2020, 05:20 PM

The complexity of the pattern is why I love Galactic's. They're truly my favorite cards.
Unique and a ton of shine.
I also really like Futura, Cosmic, and Sunburst. However, I'm not a fan of Cubic.

Here are some of my favorite Galactic pics from the PC:

2016 Revolution LeBron Galactic by Nate Flesher, on Flickr

2016-17 Revolution Kawhi Galactic 242 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr

2018-19 Revolution Russell Westbrook Supernova Galactic 350 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr

2016-17 Revolution LeBron Star Gazing Galactic 1900 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr

2015-16 Revolution LeBron Showstoppers Galactic 45 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr

P.S Galactic's are underrated!

satori · 01-21-2020, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ljandkg

These ones are /50. They're called future frames or hyperplaid but if you search fathers day /50 they'll show up.

Revolution futura are /25

Thank you for the clarification and the extra info.

Jhedges · 01-21-2020, 08:05 PM

I was taking pictures of mine last night, and thinking how criminally underrated they are. I’m relatively new to collecting but I would put galactics as some of the top cards I would chase of a PC player. Now that Optic is getting some love revolution as a whole is probably my next favorite set, then Select. I also think that the revolution rookie autos should be way more sought after then they are, besides this year designs.

2010GBPackers · 01-21-2020, 08:15 PM

I'm a sucker for aesthetics and subject matter. Sorry but Galatics don't do it for me. I can't get behind a "player only image." Topps Chrome in game action shots are second to none, plus they're shiny. I like Prizms too but prefer Optic for the same reason. 2008 TC Kobe w/Lebron guarding; 2016 Optic Lebron going to the hoop over Kobe; 2009 Kobe dunking with KD in the photo; 96 Jordan going to the hoop over Zo.

Now that's classic

01-21-2020, 02:27 PM	#51
oshmeehan Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 7,134	I only have 2017/18 Revolution to go off of, but I agree the Galactics are overrated. A few of the other base parallels from that year look better to me than the Galactics. __________________ FEAR THE DEER

01-21-2020, 02:31 PM	#53
derder Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 900	this may have already been said but i feel a lot of their appeal depends on the rest of the cards design... due to this, some of the variations don't "kick" like they should. My Bobby Portis Rookie isnt that impressive to me (look-wise) and the Lonzo ball Starburst version and my Cubic autos are very appealing but i have seen other Galactics that are just gorgeous. __________________ theres a thin line between yer wit and yer whining... Ronnie Brewer and other things PC http://www.tc-collector.com/Depitydog_145/Collection.html

01-21-2020, 02:48 PM	#57
King44 Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: The desert Posts: 3,070 Team-King	Cubic is my favorite. I like the design and the print run. __________________ I enjoy trading! Flickr a work in progress https://www.flickr.com/photos/185483813@N06/albums

01-21-2020, 02:51 PM	#59
Luni Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: NC, USA Posts: 1,405 Luninutz Luni	I just want to add that I wish the Lava parallel was red. I don't like that Panini makes every numbered parallel in Revolution the same blue color. I would also like to add that the unnumbered Fractal parallel is my favorite after Galactics. __________________ Kevin Garnett Collector https://www.instagram.com/luni_kg 2018-19 Prizm Rainbow Status: 38/38 - Now Complete!

01-21-2020, 04:31 PM	#65
Deadshot Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 7,694	I only own a 2018-19 but it's ugly. I like the logistics of the set but otherwise it doesn't appeal as much to me as it does some other people. __________________ He said he name was “E”, so I introduced myself as “G”...The license plate said “IMNBITZ” or “IMNBISZ” or something. - G YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPuD3WYJ0rkpLqDdyavC2WA

01-21-2020, 03:24 PM	#61
Oldschool42 Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 1,637	I really like Futura /25 and Sunburst /75, however as a case hit Galactics is tops. Lava /10 and CNY /8 do nothing for me. I’d take a Futura /25 over a Galactics but that’s me, I love Galactic’s don’t get me wrong but they Futura’s are sick and severely underrated.

01-21-2020, 03:42 PM	#62
ballhawkdawk Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 7,485	I will say... head on, without moving the card, Futura is the best parallel, but nothing dances at different angles with different lighting like the Galactic. I think the Cosmic is the best of the rest.

01-21-2020, 04:45 PM	#67
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01-21-2020, 04:58 PM	#70
babyfaceposey Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Pensacola, Florida Posts: 8,301 Babyfaceposey	They are nice, but are overpriced. People are hoping these are pmgs down the road, but will be disappointed imo.

01-21-2020, 05:20 PM	#72
nfunk Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,789 nfunk82 nfunk	The complexity of the pattern is why I love Galactic's. They're truly my favorite cards. Unique and a ton of shine. I also really like Futura, Cosmic, and Sunburst. However, I'm not a fan of Cubic. Here are some of my favorite Galactic pics from the PC: 2016 Revolution LeBron Galactic by Nate Flesher, on Flickr 2016-17 Revolution Kawhi Galactic 242 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr 2018-19 Revolution Russell Westbrook Supernova Galactic 350 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr 2016-17 Revolution LeBron Star Gazing Galactic 1900 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr 2015-16 Revolution LeBron Showstoppers Galactic 45 by Nate Flesher, on Flickr P.S Galactic's are underrated! __________________ PC's: Revolution Galactic, LeBron, Matthew Stafford, & Shiny Stuff Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/130031161@N07/albums/with/72157664643757362 Instagram: nfunkcollection

01-21-2020, 08:05 PM	#74
Jhedges Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Thailand/Arizona Posts: 509	I was taking pictures of mine last night, and thinking how criminally underrated they are. I’m relatively new to collecting but I would put galactics as some of the top cards I would chase of a PC player. Now that Optic is getting some love revolution as a whole is probably my next favorite set, then Select. I also think that the revolution rookie autos should be way more sought after then they are, besides this year designs.

01-21-2020, 08:15 PM	#75
2010GBPackers Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 4,124	I'm a sucker for aesthetics and subject matter. Sorry but Galatics don't do it for me. I can't get behind a "player only image." Topps Chrome in game action shots are second to none, plus they're shiny. I like Prizms too but prefer Optic for the same reason. 2008 TC Kobe w/Lebron guarding; 2016 Optic Lebron going to the hoop over Kobe; 2009 Kobe dunking with KD in the photo; 96 Jordan going to the hoop over Zo. Now that's classic