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A '''whale''', also referred to as a high roller, is someone who spends large amounts of money (often thousands of dollars per week) on [[wax]].  Most "high-end" products, such as Topps Triple Threads and Upper Deck Exquisite, are geared specifically towards whales.   
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'''Whale''': Also referred to as a "high roller," a collector who spends large amounts of money (often hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars per week) on [[wax]].  Most "high-end" products, such as Topps Triple Threads and Upper Deck Exquisite, are geared specifically towards whales, who often buy such products by the case.   
  
 
While whales represent a minuscule fraction of collectors, and only account for a small percentage of Hobby revenues, they can have a major effect on the bottom lines of local Hobby stores.
 
While whales represent a minuscule fraction of collectors, and only account for a small percentage of Hobby revenues, they can have a major effect on the bottom lines of local Hobby stores.
  
 
In 2007, Upper Deck created the "Diamond Club," an invitation-only club catered to whales.  Membership in the Diamond Club is limited to only 125 members, and all members must apply annually via their local Hobby shop.
 
In 2007, Upper Deck created the "Diamond Club," an invitation-only club catered to whales.  Membership in the Diamond Club is limited to only 125 members, and all members must apply annually via their local Hobby shop.
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See: [[Joe Collector]]
  
 
[[Category: Hobby Definitions]]
 
[[Category: Hobby Definitions]]

Latest revision as of 00:46, 6 September 2010

Whale: Also referred to as a "high roller," a collector who spends large amounts of money (often hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars per week) on wax. Most "high-end" products, such as Topps Triple Threads and Upper Deck Exquisite, are geared specifically towards whales, who often buy such products by the case.

While whales represent a minuscule fraction of collectors, and only account for a small percentage of Hobby revenues, they can have a major effect on the bottom lines of local Hobby stores.

In 2007, Upper Deck created the "Diamond Club," an invitation-only club catered to whales. Membership in the Diamond Club is limited to only 125 members, and all members must apply annually via their local Hobby shop.

See: Joe Collector