Scott US Pocket Stamp Catalogue

How does this differ from a Scott Specialized, other than it size?

No details, basic listing of scott major numbers with photo of stamp,
catalogue values for mint and used. Nice for quick refernce and to take to
shows for its size and I believe it has boxes beside the numbers to check
off (or keep inventory) the stamps you already have.

"Grandpa" jsdebooATcomcast.net wrote in message
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How does this differ from a Scott Specialized, other than it size?

[soapbox please] In my early collecting days I carried a checklist to fill
holes in my collection, but in looking back I found I was not enjoying my
purchases very long after they were mounted in the album.

When I began collecting again (for the 3d time) I carried a small 3-ring
loose-leaf binder (executive size they call them) to stamp shows. In it I
carried photo copies of the relevant pages from the US specialized catalog
along with various photo guides of the 'types' of the 1-cent, 10-cent, &
etc.. This binder also had pocket pages to hold business cards.

I would look over everyone's stock, taking notes on the back of their
business cards of the items I was interested in. What I learned is that
different dealers have different goals in mind. Once I had touched all the
bases, so to speak, I began to feel more at home and rarely made a bad
purchase afterwards.

I think it was the renowned French Collector, Ferrari, who said he never
wanted to exhibit his collections because dealers would find where the holes
were, and once they knew these weaknesses he was forever hounded to buy
those items at precariously high prices.

Stamp shows are more fun through the process of discovery. When you are
first starting out there is nothing wrong with carrying a list around with
you. The pocket catalog can be very useful, but try to avoid revealing
specifically what you are looking for and avoid buying the first item you
find. Give the dealers a chance to show their wares. Also, never complain
about prices if you are unknown to them. If the item costs more than a few
dollars don't feel ashamed to make a few notes and thank the dealer
profusely before moving on. The holes may not fill as quickly as you desire,
but you will enjoy your purchases many times over every time you open your
album.

-a


"R. Wilson" wrote in message
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No details, basic listing of scott major numbers with photo of stamp,
catalogue values for mint and used. Nice for quick refernce and to take
to
shows for its size and I believe it has boxes beside the numbers to check
off (or keep inventory) the stamps you already have.

"Grandpa" jsdebooATcomcast.net wrote in message
...
How does this differ from a Scott Specialized, other than it size?