Cracking the Slab Tutorial

[irv]

Originally Posted by cgjackson222

Good to know about the Becket slabs. Was considering cracking one out and sending to SGC, but now I'll just pass.

Dpeck100, a member here, posted this video some time ago. I followed his advice and it worked great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzrEsDe7TqQ

[philliesfan]

Nice job.
However, if you do not use a bag....Remember to use Eye Protection!
You don't want those plastic slivers flying towards your eyes.
Bob

[steve B]

One of the first card related videos I actually enjoyed.

most seem to ramble on for ages about nothing in particular.

Plus the way things are phrased is pretty close to how I'd explain it.

[timzcardz]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks.

But . . . the Holiday Pack opening was even better! Loved it, especially the Not Safe For Children aspect performed on Disneyland tables!

[Kutcher55]

Has anyone cracked a CSG slab? I got my first victim (a 67 Clemente) and the slab seems thick. Can it be easily pried open or do I have a battle on my hands?

[hockeyhockey]

Originally Posted by Kutcher55

Has anyone cracked a CSG slab? I got my first victim (a 67 Clemente) and the slab seems thick. Can it be easily pried open or do I have a battle on my hands?

i cracked a few CSG ones, and it's certainly a battle.

[Pat R]

It's easier for me because they're a tool I use for my trade but I use ceramic tile nippers which I think are a better choice especially on a high value card.

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My main concern is not damaging the card and I could do it faster if I wanted, it usually takes about 30 seconds per slab including Beckett slabs.

With the nippers you don't have to worry about getting close to the card because you only nip the very outer edge. I usually do the two long edges and one short edge and then you can usually just open it with your hands.
To do this you just hook the upper jaw on the raised edge and pull back towards you to snap mall pieces off.

[Pat R]

Sorry for the double post but it must be the site because I see there have been a few this morning.