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Originally Posted by daveyc1
anything you do to a card to "improve" its physical aspects is alteration. That would include rubbing out corner wear like Kurt does and also rubbing out creases. eventually, whether it is you or your son or your sons son, that card will hit the market. there an unsuspecting or inexperienced collector could end up with it. "restoration" is acceptable in many hobbies: classic cars, comic books, fine art etc. that acceptance is not transferable to other hobbies like collecting sportscards where it is HIGHLY frowned upon.
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Again, I believe that is a subjective opinion. Take Kurt's Card Care for example. For each person that frowns upon his work, there are several more fans that are very appreciative of his work and contributions to the hobby (and I realize your take on this would be the complete opposite).
Like I said, I appreciate and understand your perspective. I just think we disagree on where the line is drawn. And there are plenty of others that would agree with that, as there are people that would agree with you. This is not a black and white issue.
Which brings up another point, a lot of the opinions depend on where you go and who you talk to. For instance, a collecting group on FB vs. Blowout Forums. I've been around both, and there is certainly a difference in overall opinions, but the common denominator is that they are all collectors.