I was finally able to land a card I've desired for as long as I have known of its existence. As per my usual requirements regarding condition, not horribly mangled was the basic requirement with a few qualifiers tossed in. The copy I secured met those needs and I'm now the proud owner of Pee Wee Reese's 1953 Bowman Color card! She's a beaut!
The card has retained its great color and beyond a crease and an arrow on the front of the card -- which the seller mentioned he had drawn to show where Pee Wee was about to throw the ball -- the card is as clean as I could hope for in the price range I was working with.