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1971-72 O-Pee-Chee
Bobby Clarke #10 Story Booklet Philadelphia Flyers VG-EX
The Ultimate Vintage "Flyers" Collectible: 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Bobby Clarke Booklet #10
Own a piece of Broad Street Bullies history with this iconic 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Bobby Clarke #10 insert. In the early 1970s, O-Pee-Chee and Topps revolutionized pack-pulls by including these 24-page "Story Booklets" featuring the league's top stars. This specific booklet chronicles the early career of Philadelphia Flyers legend Bobby Clarke, just as he was beginning his ascent to becoming one of the most feared and respected captains in NHL history.
The Legend of Bobby Clarke
By the 1971-72 season, Clarke was already establishing himself as the heart of the Flyers. Coming off a career-defining performance in the 1972 Summit Series, Clarke went on to lead Philadelphia to back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1974 and 1975. This booklet captures that "pre-dynasty" era, making it a must-have for any serious Flyers fan or vintage hockey collector.
By the 1971-72 season, Clarke was already establishing himself as the heart of the Flyers. Coming off a career-defining performance in the 1972 Summit Series, Clarke went on to lead Philadelphia to back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1974 and 1975. This booklet captures that "pre-dynasty" era, making it a must-have for any serious Flyers fan or vintage hockey collector.
Bilingual Heritage
As a genuine O-Pee-Chee product printed in Canada, the back features the classic pink-bordered "Hockey Booklet Checklist". This English version is highly sought after by set builders aiming to complete the full 24-booklet checklist, which includes legends like Bobby Orr and Gordie Howe.
As a genuine O-Pee-Chee product printed in Canada, the back features the classic pink-bordered "Hockey Booklet Checklist". This English version is highly sought after by set builders aiming to complete the full 24-booklet checklist, which includes legends like Bobby Orr and Gordie Howe.
Condition Report:
- Corners: Shows light touches and minor rounding consistent with the VG-EX grade, particularly on the bottom right and top right corners.
- Edges: Generally smooth with some very minor shelf wear; no major chipping or nicks are present along the perimeter.
- Centering: Features classic vintage centering with a slight shift toward the left on the front cover.
- Surface: The colors remain vibrant with a clean, unmarked checklist on the reverse side. No major creases or surface wrinkles were detected.
Grade Estimate:
- VG-EX 4 (Consistent with slight corner rounding and minor centering shifts).
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