Rob and Priscilla Steinmetz

About Rob Steinmetz:

With nearly 20 years of collecting experience, Rob Steinmetz is widely regarded as one of the hobby's premiere authorities on modern game used baseball equipment. His first official retail venture, www.authenticgamers.com, is built around his interest in providing genuine game used memorabilia and valuable information to help collectors make more informed purchases. Having lent his expertise to Global Authentication, Sports Collectors Digest, and Game Used Universe, Rob has also been featured in The Wall Street Journal's Smart Money Magazine. Having spent most of his career in nonprofit marketing and development, Rob taught at Columbia College in Chicago and remains active as a consultant in the field. A firm believer in the value of “I’m Third” (God 1st, Others 2nd, Ourselves 3rd), Rob proudly supports the Jennifer S. Fallick Cancer Support Center, Compassion International, Joyce Meyer Ministries, Joel Osteen Ministries, and TLC Youth Ministries.


Why should I buy from Rob Steinmetz?

Product knowledge. I strive to convey my knowledge and the knowledge of other experts to help you make more informed purchases. By handling primarily modern equipment, I remain focused on a niche in which I have gained national attention as a published writer and authenticator. Plus, all items sold are backed by a 100% money-back authenticity guarantee.

I know my customers. Built by a collector for collectors, www.authenticgamers.com is built around the needs of my customers. I maintain a hobby-like approach to the business of buying, selling, and trading game used memorabilia. I provide you with the most current information on game used equipment through my “Collector’s Watercooler” section. Simply stated, I believe in the power of an educated collector.
Commitment to quality service. A “show me the money” mentality has taken over the hobby, and quality customer service is virtually non-existent. Whether spending $1 or $10,000, ALL authenticgamers.com customers are treated with the utmost respect. My goal is to provide friendly, informative service at all times. All calls and emails are handled with a sense of urgency, and you are guaranteed a prompt and courteous response to all inquiries.

I build relationships, not sales. Too many dealers focus on the volume instead of the quality of the sale. I believe that keeping a customer's business is more important than closing a sale or turning a huge profit. I respect the fact that every customer isn’t able to write a $5,000 check for a single item, and I’m always willing to work with you to help add a quality piece of memorabilia to your collection. If you aren’t happy making a purchase from me, I’m not happy.

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