Master PAN Show Purchases in 8 Minutes Flat: My Dealer-To-Dealer Shortcut System

Panicking at PAN Shows? My 8-Minute Fix Changed Everything

Ever feel like you’re racing against the clock while other dealers snatch up the best inventory? I used to waste hours circling booths until I built this simple 3-step system. Now I consistently grab premium collectibles faster than most people can finish their convention center coffee.

How I Turned Chaos Into Clockwork

After hitting 17 shows from Florida to Oregon, here’s what actually works when time matters:

Minute 0-2: Your Secret Weapon Before Entering

Don’t step foot on the floor until you’ve made this digital cheat sheet:

MUST-SEE | SPECIALTY | LAST SHOW FINDS | MY WANT LIST

• Hot List (Stop Now): 3+ confirmed rare items in dealer’s online preview
• Maybe List (Quick Peek): Dealers with partial matches to your collection needs
• Scan Only (Don’t Stop): General dealers – do a slow walk-by visual check

Minute 2-6: The 3-Second Authenticity Check

When something catches your eye:

1. The Eye Test: My loupe sequence: mint marks → edge details → surface quality
2. Reality Check: Pull up recent eBay sold listings (not asking prices!)
3. The Tell: If a dealer glances at other buyers during negotiation, they’re flexible

Minute 6-8: How I Seal Deals Before Competition Arrives

Try my exact phrasing that works 9 times out of 10:

“I’ll take these three at $Y right now – can process payment before the next rush hits your booth.”

Dealers love fast transactions almost as much as we love good finds.

My Phone Camera Authentication Trick

Save your eyeballs with this 30-second verification method:

// Never get stuck doubting a purchase again
1. Snap three angles: front, back, edge
2. Create private Imgur album
3. Text link to your trust network
4. Get real-time feedback before walking away

Turning Finds Into Profit Before Leaving

Here’s what I do during lunch breaks:

• Use eBay’s bulk upload – list 20 items in 5 minutes
• Price smart: slightly under dealer prices but above auction averages
• Set auto-decline at 92% – filters lowballers automatically

Proof This Actually Works

My Philly PAN Show results:

Your Turn to Dominate the Show Floor

This isn’t theory – it’s what works when the doors open and the clock starts ticking. Remember: Move fast but check smart. Dealers remember respectful pros who make quick decisions. Try just the first two steps at your next show and watch your finds multiply while your stress evaporates.

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