I prefer SGC as the slabs are way more aesthetically pleasing than PSA and to some extent, I trust SGC more than I do PSA to be consistent and deliver a quality product (IMHO). Having said that, there is no doubt that PSA slabs typically bring higher dollars on resale. It all depends on what you are looking for in your collection.
Additionally, you will hear that for Pre War - go SGC and Post War go PSA. I personally have violated this rule for many years as I am an avid 55 Topps collector. They look awesome in SGC slabs.
Finally, I have struggled with acceptance of GAI for many years as I want to trust them but have probably subbed a dozen or so to SGC for crossover and am 1 for 12 on having that happen successfully. The same goes for Beckett - not a lot of luck on having them cross.
If all of this makes you more confused than before you started reading - simply pickup identical cards, (one PSA one SGC) in identical grades of a lower cost card and put them side by side.
I think your choice will then become obvious.
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Lonnie Nagel
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