dagwood jr.

Nervous about my grades lol. Anyone know what is being looked for when grading for surface?

* Looks up. Got eeem.

I can’t understand what you’ve been saying in your past posts because they don’t make sense, so I’m trying to communicate. Therefore, how you’re saying something has to be relevant in order for us to understand you. Did I do this right...?

You and I have discussed this before and wonder what your thoughts are for the new crop of people who jumped into the Pokemon scene the past few months and the longevity of their Pokemon stay. The growth curve for newer Pokemon fans after the world stabilizes is very likely to decline, but I wouldn't go so far to say it will plummet. There's the possibility that some of those who newly bought in will continue to have the itch, include their friends, and continue new user growth albeit slowly. Also, there's the flipping side of Pokemon. While they're not apples to apples, flipping Pokemon is much like what's going on with meme stocks and those that are paper handed day traders – the only difference is tangibleness. The fad will slowly decline but I do think interest will slightly be above that seen in 2018-2019.

You're right, no one needs a grading company to tell people how to enjoy their cards. But have you stopped to think that getting a pro's opinion could inherently increase the sentimental value for a collector? I for one am not a fan of the screw/magnetic cases out there and love the aesthetic to CGC's line; I have a few comics graded by them that would look amazing with (fingers crossed) future card slabs of graded Marvel trading cards. I agree with many of the points you bring up regarding pricing – it sucks to see TATs be where they are. On the point of grading for a professional opinion? Agree. To assist with the reselling? Disagree. My two cents.

Anyone know if we decide to move a bulk order to standard (or any other statuses for that matter), would the turnaround days be retroactive or start anew? Additionally, what would this process look like and what would need to happen to make said change?

If we moved a bulk order to standard, would the turnaround days be retroactive or start anew?

They won't grade anything unless it's specifically TCG. I sent in a few Pokemon carddass items and got word they will be ignored when processing my batch.

Looks like they're getting even more backed up. The TAT for bulk and economy just updated. Bulk: 77 days Economy: 61 days Paul did mention in another post that the team is currently working on early December orders for anyone curious.

All in all it comes down to personal preferences. Can you imagine if CGC didn't open their doors to TCG grading? PSA turnaround times would be wrecked. Regardless of whether you're a flipper or passionate about the hobby, the truth is Pokemon is expanding to new audiences and reinvigorating the existing community creating a demand that's been unheard of. At some point, I believe we'll plateau for a bit and will get the much needed breathing room for grading companies to catch up and get back to respectable turnaround times. Remember, these businesses are hiring like crazy, however, they also need to be smart about forecasting trends. I'm sure CGC is trying to be conservative with the number of hires in relation to the demand; you don't want an influx of graders if the trend hypothetically diminishes overnight. Also, would you feel comfortable having fairly inexperienced graders overseeing your cards just to say you got your cards back in a faster time? Not me, but again, it all comes down to personal preferences.

Sorry man, it's a fake.

Not entirely. CGC will still get back to you much faster at a lower cost than PSA. Coupled with how stringent they are with grading and a much more polished slab/case (IMO), my money is still staying with CGC.

Came here expecting revenge grades to be 6 or below. Ended up finding a grown person whine about grading. If it upsets you so much, maybe you can create your own grading service, that way you'll always have pristine 10s.

You're missing the point. You can't have your cake and eat it too. Also, many of us have already pointed out that unlike McD, you don't have millions of other options when it comes to grading. And because there's a low number of companies who grade, with extremely high demand it's inevitable EVERY company will be backed up.

That's supply and demand, friend. When I order a Big Mac during rush lunch hour, I want that sucker made exactly the way I like it and in a speedy fashion. Does that always happen? Hell no. And to expect that services in this world stay linear is looney to me but to each their own.