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Posted By: jay behrens

Look at Larry Fritsch, he's been around forever and he couldn't properly grade a card if his life depended on it. yet, he is still one of the top dealers in the hobby. Old timers may not be able to grade according to slabber standards, but as a collector, you learn the quirks of each dealer and act accordingly.

In the 80s, the only cards I ever bought sight unseen, was when I bought all of Gavin Riley's MN Twins regional issues. The few dealers that I bought from thru the mail were dealers that I had dealt with person also and had a good handle and what to expect for their given grade.

Jay

I love pinatas. You get to beat the crap of something and get rewarded with candy.