1952 Topps Mantle - Long Term Plan, Need Advice

[CamaroDMD]

Over the last year, I have slowly added a card here and a card there to my 1952 Topps collection. I know it will take me years (if not decades) to complete the set...and that's OK. At this point, the cards in my set are PSA 4-6 with good centering and that's just how I want it.

However, at some point I will need to bite the bullet and pick up the Mantle. I know saving up for the Mantle will take time, probably a few years and I don't think I will be able to get that PSA 4-6 card...it's just more than I will probably ever be able to spend. I think my hope is more in the PSA 1 range. It's unfortunate that I won't be able to match the quality of the rest of the set, but I simply don't think I will ever be able to. I don't think I should drag down the quality of the whole set because of one card.

I've done some research and decided that I only want a Type A Mantle, I like it better than the Type B. I just think it looks nicer. I understand that a PSA 1 will be a rough card. Hopefully, I can find one on the stronger side of the PSA 1 eye appeal spectrum with good centering. I know it will be loaded with creases and have bad corners...but I know there are some out there that look decent.

I know that I need to spend the next few years slowly saving my money and learning about this card. What good resources do you guys recommend for someone wanting to learn this card inside and out? Also, what price point should I be expecting for a nicer looking PSA 1 (Are we well above the $5K point)? Also, when I get there...where should I look to buy one and where should I avoid?

Thanks.