Slab damage?

[ahjo_7]

Hi all - new to Net54 so apologies if this has been addressed elsewhere. Collector since childhood but new to the whole graded card game. I've noticed some of my PSA slabs, both on new and old holders, getting what looks like some plastic particles or abrasion in that space between the PAS label and card. Attached pic here that hopefully gives this some context. Has anyone else experienced this, and if so, anything that can be done outside of getting re-holdered?

Thank you!

[Tere1071]

Rather than using clippers, I thought about using a Dremel tool to break open some of my slabs. I would have it held steady in a vice while I cut. Has anyone else used a Dremel to separate a slab?

[swarmee]

Originally Posted by ahjo_7

Attached pic here that hopefully gives this some context. Has anyone else experienced this, and if so, anything that can be done outside of getting re-holdered?

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[ahjo_7]

Originally Posted by swarmee

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My bad - lemme know if this dropbox link works. It's that area there in between the label and card that looks like plastic crumbs.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/jhs43sv4wysi2mi/1.jpg?dl=0

[swarmee]

I think that's just the textured surface of the slab. Nothing to worry about.

[jchcollins]

I know exactly what you are talking about. I think it's some type of defect, but it's common enough. I have a few slabs that have it. If it really bothers you, you can either send for a re-holder or bust out of the slab and enjoy a nice raw card. I usually opt for the latter when my OCD gets the best of me and I don't like a slab for whatever reason. Good luck with whatever you decide!