If you're a baseball enthusiast or a collector looking for an authentic Babe Ruth baseball jersey, sourcing directly from Chinese wholesale platforms like 1688Superbuy, a popular Chinese purchasing agent, comes into play. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step while referencing product options listed in this external spreadsheet.
1688 is Alibaba's domestic-facing platform, offering lower prices than international sites like AliExpress but requiring mainland China transactions. Visit the platform and search "Babe Ruth jersey"this product spreadsheet
Create an account at superbuy.com"Services", select "Purchase for Me". Superbuy handles communication with sellers, thereby avoiding language barriers. Pro tips:
Paste the 1688 product URL into Superbuy's order form. Specify details like size (Asian sizing runs smaller—consider XL for US L) and customization requests. Agents will confirm stock availability, which is critical for vintage items. Referencing product codes from the spreadsheet
Note: Some jerseys ship in 5 days while custom options take 7-15 days. Superbuy's dashboard tracks each stage.
Once Superbuy receives your jersey at their warehouse (photos provided for QC), choose a shipping method:
Method | Cost | Delivery Time |
---|---|---|
EMS (safer during customs) | ~$25 | 10-20 days |
DHL/FedEx | ~$40 | 5-10 days |
Tip: Order multiple items to consolidate shipments and save costs.
Superbuy repackages items to reduce volumetric weight, often saving 10-20% on shipping. For jerseys, request "vacuum sealing"spreadsheet's quality benchmarks, and contact Superbuy's dispute team within 7 days for any issues.
Purchasing via Superbuy grants access to 1688's wholesale prices (often 60% cheaper than eBay replicas) with added buyer protection. Seasonal discounts (e.g., 11.11 sales) further reduce costs—use the product spreadsheet