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Posted By: Scott

Is that enough for a dealer to be considered respected?

If you think it's okay for Fritsch to basically lie about the grades he assigns just because others do it, then do you think it's okay for you yourself to do so? Of course not - you have integrity. That's the only point people are making - it's not okay to be a liar because others lie. It's not okay to sacrifice integrity because others do it. The honesty in this hobby has to start with honest people - if a good example is shown, other hobbyists may start taking the more honest dealers as the standard, and relegate guys like this to the trash heap.

I also don't agree with those who say dealers have to overgrade in order to survive. Conversely, if I could trust a dealer's grades and descriptions, card unseen, I would go to him before considering anyone else.

And just to make John happy, a nice picture

Wilbert Robinson Conlon photo, with trademark Conlon signature on back. David, I'm succumbing to your analysis and giving up the other board, meaning my photo fix will trickle over here. Other board is still there, and I'll check on it every now and then.