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Forum: GRADING 08-25-2025, 08:16 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,943
Posted By OPChockey
Sometimes getting a centered example on certain...

Sometimes getting a centered example on certain cards is next to impossible. When you obtain a truly mint card, it can be a real find, possibly 1 of 1.
Forum: GRADING 08-25-2025, 08:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,158
Posted By OPChockey
The thing is that because PSA has gotten tougher,...

The thing is that because PSA has gotten tougher, they gained some marketability and ensured that PSA 10s are still in demand. I know some collectors who complain about the new standards, and won't...
Forum: GRADING 04-25-2023, 11:36 AM
Replies: 1,374
Views: 191,276
Posted By OPChockey
That sounds smart to me. You get a grader who...

That sounds smart to me. You get a grader who doesn't know vintage and they are overly harsh compared with modern. Very tough to get 70s OPC in any sport to gem, or even 9s are really nice. I only...
Forum: GRADING 04-14-2023, 06:19 PM
Replies: 1,374
Views: 191,276
Posted By OPChockey
Who are the top submitters now? 4SC still...

Who are the top submitters now?
4SC still seems to be one of the top consigners based on their Ebay volume.
Forum: GRADING 03-10-2023, 12:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,695
Posted By OPChockey
The more time you spend looking at cards online,...

The more time you spend looking at cards online, it seems that the newer PSA 9s and 10s are tougher. The cardinal rule is to buy the card, not the label. Generally the new crop of slabs shows that...
Forum: GRADING 03-02-2023, 07:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,155
Posted By OPChockey
If you really want to grade magazines with them,...

If you really want to grade magazines with them, try sending in a smaller batch as a trial, and then see if you would go with them again. If you have some really good stuff, I may be hesitant to...
Forum: GRADING 02-25-2023, 09:09 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 8,922
Posted By OPChockey
From what I see, it seems like vintage sports...

From what I see, it seems like vintage sports cards took a back seat to Pokemon and the modern card market. Call me an old geezer or whatever, but all I collect and submit are vintage hockey and the...
Forum: GRADING 02-14-2023, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,486
Posted By OPChockey
Beckett must have a death wish if they want to...

Beckett must have a death wish if they want to start up charging anything.
They have the worst communication and customer service on earth.
Forum: GRADING 12-22-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 1,374
Views: 191,276
Posted By OPChockey
NO way I'm subbing anything. Upcharges are a scam...

NO way I'm subbing anything. Upcharges are a scam at this point with falling prices. When cards go to $10 each with a minimum $999 value, then I'll think about it.
Forum: GRADING 10-12-2022, 01:53 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 12,600
Posted By OPChockey
Couldn't agree more. :)!

Couldn't agree more. :)!
Forum: GRADING 08-06-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 881
Posted By OPChockey
I am not sure what set or sport you are grading,...

I am not sure what set or sport you are grading, but one consideration is that it may be tougher to get a higher grade on a rookie or a big HOF card, because the level of attention and scrutiny on...
Forum: GRADING 07-28-2022, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 561
Posted By OPChockey
Yes. I received an email with a list of cards...

Yes. I received an email with a list of cards graded on the order with grades and serial numbers once the order shipped out. All you have to do is click on the population number for your card and...
Forum: GRADING 07-16-2022, 09:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,789
Posted By OPChockey
Agreed. Looking at the pics of the Topps...

Agreed.

Looking at the pics of the Topps Griffey above, makes me wonder what the grader was looking at. That's a gorgeous card.

Both collectors and dealers I know tell me that PSA has gotten...
Forum: GRADING 06-20-2022, 03:24 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Cards arrived today. Very well packed, and I'm...

Cards arrived today.
Very well packed, and I'm very satisfied with the grades overall on this order.
TAT was lengthy, but hopefully they continue to up their game and expand their crew with capable...
Forum: GRADING 06-17-2022, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Still waiting for the shipment from FedEx. The...

Still waiting for the shipment from FedEx.
The tracking number doesn't show on the website.
Forum: GRADING 06-14-2022, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
13 card economy order (sports cards) ...

13 card economy order (sports cards)

Received Date : 06/09/2021
Shipped Date : 06/14/2022

Pretty happy with the grades overall; 6 gems and 4 Mint 9s.
I tried to be selective with the cards...
Forum: HOCKEY 03-14-2022, 10:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 903
Posted By OPChockey
Have to agree. Found a few nice cards on there,...

Have to agree. Found a few nice cards on there, but generally buying and selling on FB is arduous work, lots of followup for nothing.

It may depend on what you're looking for, but that's been my...
Forum: HOCKEY 01-31-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,617
Posted By OPChockey
Good lists so far by OP and Stickman. I...

Good lists so far by OP and Stickman.

I would add Pat Verbeek. 500 goals and 1000 points, and who can forget his nickname, the Little Ball of Hate. He played all out.
Steve Larmer is another one...
Forum: GRADING 01-26-2022, 12:40 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 11,828
Posted By OPChockey
Here is a surefire overgraded card. What do you...

Here is a surefire overgraded card.
What do you think the actual grade should be on this one?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/265518292934
...
Forum: GRADING 01-12-2022, 01:27 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 11,828
Posted By OPChockey
Here is the link again, as the previous one above...

Here is the link again, as the previous one above didn't work when I tried it.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/384654548991?hash=item598f329fff:g:RtEAAOSwbEdh0zHY

Ebay number is:
384654548991
Forum: GRADING 01-12-2022, 01:24 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 11,828
Posted By OPChockey
I wondered about this card, because of the black...

I wondered about this card, because of the black spot on the left side (on the back of the card).
Is this type of flaw allowed for gem mint, or is this questionable?
I ask since PSA mentions that a...
Forum: Ebay/COMC/Online Selling/Shows/Paypal/Shipping 01-05-2022, 01:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,511
Posted By OPChockey
I use a reading lamp on my desk if I have to take...

I use a reading lamp on my desk if I have to take photos at night which is OK, but not ideal.

What I found works best is putting my cards on my desk using natural light and putting the blinds up...
Forum: GRADING 12-31-2021, 12:27 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Well said. I have an order submitted mid June...

Well said. I have an order submitted mid June 2021, and expect to wait until Sept. 2022.

I am holding a bunch of cards to submit, but not sure I want to go back to BGS until they have a more...
Forum: GRADING 12-18-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
It's quite obvious from what you describe that...

It's quite obvious from what you describe that they don't have a process, and have no intention of addressing that.
Forum: GRADING 12-18-2021, 12:30 AM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Sent an Economy order delivered to Beckett end of...

Sent an Economy order delivered to Beckett end of June 2021.
Finally showing on my Orders page, says payment status pending and invoice generated. I trust I'll be waiting another 6 months or so?
Forum: GRADING 11-25-2021, 06:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 879
Posted By OPChockey
This is the one thing I hate about PSA. A...

This is the one thing I hate about PSA.
A service is a service, and the random nature of the charge seems inappropriate.
If they drop this (which I doubt they will) then they would solidify their...
Forum: HOCKEY BUY/SELL/TRADE 11-23-2021, 06:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 344
Posted By OPChockey
Bump.

Bump.
Forum: HOCKEY BUY/SELL/TRADE 11-15-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 344
Posted By OPChockey
Bump.

Bump.
Forum: HOCKEY BUY/SELL/TRADE 11-12-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 344
Posted By OPChockey
Best of luck in your search.

Best of luck in your search.
Forum: HOCKEY BUY/SELL/TRADE 11-10-2021, 10:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 344
Posted By OPChockey
WTB: 1978 OPC Mike Bossy

Looking for Mike Bossy, prefer PSA graded from 1978 OPC.

#1 Record Breaker
#115 Rookie Card

PM me if you have either or both of these available.
Thanks
Forum: GRADING 11-08-2021, 11:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,278
Posted By OPChockey
I think of BGS as the mediocre MEH brand. I still...

I think of BGS as the mediocre MEH brand. I still like their slabs and the subs, but have come to understand Mr. Drogo's enthusiastic PSA cheerleading on these boards. At least PSA makes an effort...
Forum: GRADING 10-28-2021, 10:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,692
Posted By OPChockey
Could the PSA set registries also be a...

Could the PSA set registries also be a contributing factor for the surge in demand? A lot of collectors talk about how addictive it is. Personally I don't collect sets. Just key rookies and early HOF...
Forum: GRADING 10-28-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Thanks gents. 12-14 months for Economy then. They...

Thanks gents. 12-14 months for Economy then. They should call it MARATHON service tier.
Forum: GRADING 10-27-2021, 04:20 PM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Wow. Up to 16 months on a 30 day order. I guess...

Wow. Up to 16 months on a 30 day order. I guess economy is 2.5 years then? Hope they can get more qualified staff in that place.
Forum: HOCKEY 10-06-2021, 08:30 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,458
Posted By OPChockey
This. Opening older wax packs involves some...

This.
Opening older wax packs involves some risk, but is also very fun. Holding a minty pack fresh card(s) in your hand and then sliding it into a card saver is a great way to pass the time.
Forum: GRADING 09-24-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3,347
Views: 783,051
Posted By OPChockey
Sent in an economy order in June 2021 just before...

Sent in an economy order in June 2021 just before their suspension of regular service tiers. Just received an email today that they received my order.
When I login, under Status it says "Invoice...
Forum: HOCKEY 09-21-2021, 01:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,592
Posted By OPChockey
The organizers will have to follow whatever...

The organizers will have to follow whatever Ontario provincial guidelines are in place at the time. Besides masks and vaccine passports, attendance limits may also be in place.
They confirmed that...
Forum: HOCKEY 09-20-2021, 03:15 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,592
Posted By OPChockey
Anyone going to the Toronto Sports Card Expo in November?

Thought I would post this here since the show is 80% hockey from what everyone says.

https://sportcardexpo.com/

For those who are attending, what will you be looking for?
Forum: GRADING 09-14-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,900
Posted By OPChockey
This might not be a very good idea. If you...

This might not be a very good idea. If you suspect one of the edges is trimmed (I no longer see pics of the actual card) or if it's deemed to be sheet cut by Beckett, they could put a designation on...
Forum: HOCKEY 08-26-2021, 10:05 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,229
Posted By OPChockey
I agree with that list. Have to include Messier,...

I agree with that list. Have to include Messier, Yzerman and Phil Esposito following closely as all time greats. Ovie and Crosby are right there too, such excellent careers already from that pair. So...
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