I prefer raw but have both in my collection. The only cards I specifically buy graded are 1933 Goudey HOFers because I really like how they look in SGC holders. Well, those and PSA 8 Jim "Toy Cannon" Wynn cards. Really.
Surprisingly, the majority of my E98 near-set is graded. And I like having them graded to be honest.
I've never submitted a card for grading because the majority of my raw cards aren't worth the grading fees.
Also, the fact that most of my cards are raw could also be a function of my budget. I collect mostly low grade cards so I'm not concerned with the protection side of slabbing a card. I, too, like to feel the cardboard and play with them. I keep them in toploaders or semi-rigid holders, but I often take them out to hold them and feel the history.
Anyway, that's my story when it comes to graded vs. raw.
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