TPG alternatives
Brian (FromVAtoLA)- I'll do my best to answer your questions succinctly.
I'm just a guy with an opinion, but you asked so here it goes:
1) You listed 16 TPGs and I haven't heard of 11 of them (in 40+ years
of collecting). Even the ones I have heard of (KSA, GMA, etc) haven't
made inroads despite years of trying. My point is that CSG (CGC) and
HGA seem to stand the best chance despite shorter life spans. I believe
HGA uses the AI angle, which specifically was part of the original post.
2) I think you'll find that a hefty number of folks here don't follow your
generalization about caring only for the cash value potential of slabbed
cards. Many comments I have read (and made) want another alternative
that is more accurate in accomplishing the actual job of grading cards,
as opposed to one whose results are more lucrative. You are correct in
that PSA has wormed it's way into the hobby so persistently, that it
covers the lucrative part.
Bottom line is that I want healthy competition from TPGs- I'd love to see
another viable option or two.
Trent King
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