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TNTtoys
01-21-2008, 10:09 PM
All,

I remember writing about a game used base shadow-box display case I was building many months ago here. After shelving this project for some time, I decided I should finally complete it... so I got the tools out & finished it today.

I took photos for you guys to show you how it turned out, and possibly you might be able to get some ideas from it. The display includes a game used base from the Subway Series game played on May 21st, 2005, where the Mets defeated Randy Johnson & the Yankees 7-1. Mike Piazza, Jose Reyes, Carlos Beltran and David Wright went a combined 9 for 15 in the game and drove in 6 runs. The only run they didn't account for was a solo HR by none other than Miguel Cairo.

Also framed with the display is a full unused ticket from the game, a line score, and an actual photo from the game showing a good side profile of the actual base itself.

Enjoy!!

Nick

joelsabi
01-21-2008, 10:14 PM
NIcely done. Did you make the scoreline yourself?

TNTtoys
01-21-2008, 11:01 PM
I found a nicely done line score / box score for this game on espn.com and printed off a small part of the web page onto white cardboard.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/boxscore?gameId=250521121

joelsabi
01-21-2008, 11:05 PM
I found a nicely done line score / box score for this game on espn.com and printed off a small part of the web page onto white cardboard.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/boxscore?gameId=250521121


Thought you did some graphic arts and wanted to know what program you used.

Did you consider using the entire boxscore? I have seen this with other displays for specific game items.

Your display is awesome.

dwolfe12345
01-22-2008, 01:59 AM
Very nice! (Borat voice)

I have been giving some thought on what I can do with a pair of game used shoes framed in with an 8x10 of the player wearing the shoes. You ever tried that or has anyone on the board done it?

TNTtoys
01-22-2008, 10:52 AM
Sorry, never tried any display with shoes... in fact, I never had the urge to buy game worn shoes. I have to draw the line somewhere...lol...

My first thought would be to pick up or assemble a 3-D acrylic case large enough to hold the photo against the back wall and the shoes would come forward on the bottom of the base. This may jut out a little far however... it could look good on top of a shelving unit but probably not be much suited for wall mount.

suave1477
01-22-2008, 10:55 AM
Well at least a Yankee hit the Home Run....... lol lol:D :D

davetiki
01-24-2008, 10:35 PM
Nick,

Great display! What are the dimensions of the display and how did you secure the base inside?

Thanks,

Dave Z

cigarman44
01-25-2008, 01:50 PM
what would you charge to make on of those. I have a base and ticket stub I'd like a case for. You did a great job. If its too much trouble just say so. Just thought I'd ask.

Joe

TNTtoys
01-25-2008, 04:35 PM
davetiki: I used "L" shaped corner braces. I screwed the flat part into the bottom of the case through the back, and then the bent part angles into the side of the base, holding it in place, without puncturing it. I believe the dimensions of the frame are 22x26 but I am at work and not front of it. You can always email any other q's to me at TNT_Toys@yahoo.com

cigarman44: Sorry, but I cannot build another one of these. This was a "labor of love" -- took way too much time to complete because it was all trial and error. I am far too inefficient at this stuff to make others, and have quite a few jobs to get done around the house first... but I do thank you for your kind words.

frikativ54
01-25-2008, 09:56 PM
Nice display. How'd you go about acquiring a game used base?

Swoboda4
11-04-2009, 03:20 PM
As I ponder getting a game used base(Mets final season of course) I don't see any display cases right now on E-bay which is strange. Before I go cold on line do any members have their bases displayed and which companies do you guys think work out best? Any photos to go along with the suggestions? thanks.
Robert

TriplexXxSports
11-04-2009, 04:20 PM
I would think a 16x20 Shadow Box from your local hobby store would compliment it quite nicely. I'm not into baseball so I have nothing to show but with a 16x20 you would have plenty of room for a nice nameplate or a small picture or something like that. I think they run in the $40 range. Not too bad.

joelsabi
11-04-2009, 04:53 PM
Nick made a really nice one.

http://www.gameuseduniverse.com/vb_forum/showthread.php?t=13746&highlight=base+display

jtorrez
11-04-2009, 04:57 PM
Check this out:

http://www.americansportscollectibles.com/MLB-CU-B.jpg

http://www.americansportscollectibles.com/basedisplaycases.html

Swoboda4
11-04-2009, 07:44 PM
That's what I'm talking about. Could be a little cheaper though.

Swoboda4
11-04-2009, 08:21 PM
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
03-11-2010, 10:02 AM
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
03-11-2010, 10:11 AM
I do not think i have ever seen a person display a base. If you do though, please show pics

zooat2
03-11-2010, 12:13 PM
- Anyone have any thoughts on this??

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

joelsabi
03-11-2010, 12:40 PM
- 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
03-11-2010, 01:07 PM
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
03-11-2010, 02:02 PM
- 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
03-11-2010, 02:32 PM
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.


http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w232/birdbats/Basedisplay.jpg

BULBUS
03-11-2010, 02:38 PM
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! :D I don't have any bases, but if I do get one, I'll be sure to use this. Thanks!

zooat2
03-11-2010, 02:50 PM
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.


http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w232/birdbats/Basedisplay.jpg


- 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
03-11-2010, 03:46 PM
Here's mine...
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0034.jpg?t=1268340359

punch
03-11-2010, 06:22 PM
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
03-11-2010, 07:39 PM
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
03-12-2010, 12:37 PM
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.

Birdbats
03-12-2010, 04:33 PM
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.

Don't know what other teams do, but the Cardinals have sold hundreds of bases since 2005 and none have the post.

And Andrew, stop giving me expensive ideas! I have a hard enough time on my own.

hockeytigers
04-30-2010, 02:22 PM
I remember seeing someone frame a base...I could not find a picture of it. Can someone help out?

Thanks!!

STLCardinalscollector
04-30-2010, 02:59 PM
There was a thread back in march, the last thread was from birdbats with a great idea if you don't want to buy a case.
I built one out of oak that turned out really nice, if you would like some pictures I could e-mail you some.
David

zooat2
04-30-2010, 03:40 PM
http://www.gameuseduniverse.com/vb_forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=37532&stc=1&d=1272242349

- This is mine...

Metsfan808
05-01-2010, 04:52 AM
This is how I display my bases:

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q285/metsfan808/My%20Jerseys/Memorabilia%20Room/Room11.jpg

rj_lucas
05-01-2010, 01:44 PM
I know they're not inexpensive, but the cases with lucite 'grips' at top and bottom work really well and look great.

Rick
rickjlucas@gmail.com

jake33
11-05-2011, 02:57 PM
other than hanging on a wall, what have you done to display a game used base?

Jules9
11-05-2011, 08:34 PM
http://www.gameuseduniverse.com/vb_forum/showthread.php?t=30708&highlight=base