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Posted By: JK

Pat - I dont use PSA - as stated, I use SGC. If and when you find me an example of SGC giving out such favors, I will consider whether your opinion is any more valid. It seems your real problem is that graded cards cost more and that grading has driven up the cost of collecting. Beleive me, I hate that it costs so much to buy a card as well. But I think you are mistaken if you believe that the increase in value is solely a function of graded cards. I believe there is more of a perfect storm here - grading is definitely one element. However, take away ebay, or more appropriately, the internet, and the influence of graded cards on overall value is minimal at best.

Kevin - sorry, should have just excluded PSA slabs in general.

Brett - If you drop an SGC slab from a normal height, it will not damage the card. The slabs just arent that weak. Even if the slab were to crack, just what do you think is going to happen to the card. Now, if you are doing David Letterman-like experiements with your slabs and dropping them off rooftops, then maybe I see your point.