Description
1970-71 O-Pee-Chee
Bill Inglis #130 Buffalo Sabres 1st Year Card RC Rookie EX
Own a piece of Buffalo Sabres history with this 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Bill Inglis rookie card!
This vintage 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee Bill Inglis rookie card is a must-have for any Sabres fan or vintage hockey collector. As part of the first-ever set to include the expansion Buffalo Sabres, this card captures Bill Inglis during the franchise’s inaugural NHL season. Inglis, a smooth-skating center, was a standout for the Sabres in their early days, and this card features the iconic "spotlight" design that defined the 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee release.
A Legacy of Excellence
Bill Inglis was known for his playmaking ability and intelligence on the ice. Before making his mark in Buffalo, he was a key part of the Montreal Canadiens' farm system and a prolific scorer in the AHL, notably recording 75 points in a single season for Springfield. This card marks his official transition to the big leagues as a core member of the first Sabres roster.
Bill Inglis was known for his playmaking ability and intelligence on the ice. Before making his mark in Buffalo, he was a key part of the Montreal Canadiens' farm system and a prolific scorer in the AHL, notably recording 75 points in a single season for Springfield. This card marks his official transition to the big leagues as a core member of the first Sabres roster.
A Classic O-Pee-Chee Vintage Find
The 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee set is revered for its classic photography and the rare inclusion of bilingual backs. This specific #130 card features a detailed biography in both English and French, a signature characteristic of Canadian OPC cards that sets them apart from their Topps counterparts.
The 1970-71 O-Pee-Chee set is revered for its classic photography and the rare inclusion of bilingual backs. This specific #130 card features a detailed biography in both English and French, a signature characteristic of Canadian OPC cards that sets them apart from their Topps counterparts.
Condition Report:
- Corners: Shows moderate whitening and softness on all four corners, consistent with an EX grade for this era.
- Edges: The top edge exhibits some light chipping; side edges remain relatively clean with typical O-Pee-Chee "rough-cut" textures.
- Centering: Centering is approximately 65/35 top-to-bottom and 60/40 left-to-right, which is quite strong for 1970s OPC production.
- Surface/Back: The surface retains good gloss with no major creases visible. The bilingual back is clean with sharp black and green ink and no signs of paper loss or marking.
Grade Estimate:
EX 5 (Excellent)
Based on the visible corner wear and light top-edge chipping, this card is a solid mid-grade example. The centering is better than average for the set, and the lack of surface creases keeps it firmly in the Excellent category.
Based on the visible corner wear and light top-edge chipping, this card is a solid mid-grade example. The centering is better than average for the set, and the lack of surface creases keeps it firmly in the Excellent category.
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