Is the Grading System Broken?

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Posted By: barrysloate

Adam- I've long agreed with your position and I believe every collector should learn how to grade his own cards and not be so dependent upon a grader who may not know very much at all.

But one area where I am the first to admit I need assistance is detecting alterations. That's where a grading service, having both sophisticated equipment and ostensibly the knowledge to detect them, could be a huge asset to the hobby.

But they seem to be dropping the ball on it, and if altered cards continue to get graded then the hobby is headed for a big fall.