Would you crack a 9 for your PC?

GoSportsball · 04-20-2021, 03:34 PM

I am not a fan of graded stuff. I find the holders to be bulky and unsightly. I recently picked up a PC piece in a BGS 9 holder. I’m considering cracking it out. It is ultra modern and SSP #’d.

Outside of a little bit of resell value (if I do ever sell it) I can’t think of a reason why this might be a bad idea. I’m curious if anyone here has done the same, or what considerations I may not be taking into account here.

Thanks.

Siberian13 · 04-20-2021, 03:41 PM

It’s your card for your PC. Do what you want. Maybe post the card so people can search for it in the future to know it’s previous grade.

Gridiron Bob · 04-20-2021, 03:46 PM

If the case was damaged or scratched, yes. Make sure you keep the label.

gespaco · 04-20-2021, 03:47 PM

I’ve done it a time or two over the years.

eastbayak · 04-20-2021, 03:55 PM

I wouldn't for a few reasons:

(1) protects the card
(2) if reselling in the future, potential returns of graded cards is likely less than raw cards
(3) if reselling in the future, BGS 9 should net more than a raw card sale
(4) grading costs continue to go up and/or be slow service (should you crack and then want to grade in the future, something to consider)

At the end of the day, it's your card so do as you want.

GeechQuest · 04-20-2021, 03:57 PM

In the past, yes.

Now, not so sure.

Rom Washentum · 04-20-2021, 04:01 PM

I've done it and regretted it, and I've done it and been thrilled with the decision. For me, it comes down to how you plan to display/enjoy it. If it's going to detract from how you enjoy the card, then by all means set that bad boy free. But if it's going to be buried in a box and only looked at occasionally, I'd just think about how much it matters to you before you go ahead and bother with removing it.

FreshOutThePack · 04-20-2021, 04:03 PM

No. A 9 is pretty sweet and now with the cost of grading, it's even more of a no than ever.

But if you don't like them, I don't see why you would care what anyone else thinks?

Kobe101 · 04-20-2021, 04:05 PM

In the past I cracked a bunch of BGS/PSA 9s. Not sure I would do it now unless I was sure I wasn't going to sell.

It really comes down to it being easier to sell and for more money if it is graded.

If you put it in a sleeve, top loader and team bag it is just as protected as it would be in a BGS case IMO.

interestingcool · 04-20-2021, 04:12 PM

I've done it with comics several times as I love looking through them. For sports cards there's less of a point, right? That being said, if you want to, go for it. But yeah, I would keep the label, just cuz.

wmeinhold · 04-20-2021, 04:15 PM

Yes, I would.

jcardstore · 04-20-2021, 04:16 PM

I’ve cracked several PC cards out of BGS cases cause I just don’t like the way they look.

It’s your card for your PC. Do whatever you think makes it the best for you

smalltown · 04-20-2021, 04:22 PM

9... 10... whatever... do what you want with your card.

sonic311 · 04-20-2021, 04:45 PM

Perhaps you can trade it for a raw mint copy to someone that collects BGS graded cards. Like someone else mentioned with the increase cost of grading this may add trade value and you may get extra cards in that type of deal. Assuming your card is not a 1 of 1.

Schmoove · 04-20-2021, 06:02 PM

Depends on the card and the case.

I cracked an Eric Maynor exquisite out of the case because the BGS slab was way too bulky.

KingInTheNorth · 04-20-2021, 06:12 PM

I've cracked a number of PC cards out of mint 9s...

Esp BGS

Beavers98 · 04-20-2021, 06:28 PM

Yes, Absolutely. Many cards in my Auto collection that were bought on the secondary market and not pack pulled were graded 9 or above. I like to have all my Autos raw/unslabbed. I don't do it for RC's I buy though.

DajuanWagner · 04-20-2021, 06:39 PM

I cracked a Tim Duncan Hoops 1/1 that was a 9 and I scratched the card......

kingofsnake · 04-20-2021, 08:17 PM

I've purchased dozens of graded cards and cracked them all. Just be careful not to damage the card like DajuanWagner.

rudyjustinfarrell · 04-20-2021, 08:20 PM

I would not...

Moneychrome20 · 04-20-2021, 08:21 PM

Lol at cracking a mint slab what is the purpose

U must want to get it returned when you sell it raw and get shafted

It’s protected it’s guaranteed mint
Unless you are going to try to alter what is the point honestly

The card is slabbed and guaranteed MINT only thing u can do is damage it after

siebertb · 04-20-2021, 09:02 PM

For sets that I keep in mags, I'll always crack regardless of grade. Did that with all my Pinnacle auto sets, the Clear Visions, and the Spectra neon greens. I like to have them all uniform in mags.

armoursave · 04-20-2021, 09:05 PM

Love these crack threads. If you decide to crack it please post a video. Always entertaining.

GoSportsball · 04-20-2021, 09:20 PM

I cracked it with a band saw. Totally fine. Looks much better now.

SHowley2003 · 04-20-2021, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moneychrome20

Lol at cracking a mint slab what is the purpose

U must want to get it returned when you sell it raw and get shafted

It’s protected it’s guaranteed mint
Unless you are going to try to alter what is the point honestly

The card is slabbed and guaranteed MINT only thing u can do is damage it after

LOL at judging people for enjoying their cards the way they want to.

LOL at believing that the graded cards can’t get damaged in the slabs.

LOL at believing that every slip that says “mint” guarantees the card is in mint condition.

LOL at believing that all raw cards are owned by people who want to alter cards.

LOL at believing there isn’t a market for raw cards.

04-20-2021, 03:34 PM	#1
GoSportsball Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 653	Would you crack a 9 for your PC? I am not a fan of graded stuff. I find the holders to be bulky and unsightly. I recently picked up a PC piece in a BGS 9 holder. I’m considering cracking it out. It is ultra modern and SSP #’d. Outside of a little bit of resell value (if I do ever sell it) I can’t think of a reason why this might be a bad idea. I’m curious if anyone here has done the same, or what considerations I may not be taking into account here. Thanks.

04-20-2021, 03:46 PM	#3
Gridiron Bob Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Left forgotten in your basement Posts: 425	If the case was damaged or scratched, yes. Make sure you keep the label. __________________ Three things to remember about this hobby: 1. It's just cardboard 2. Your collection = your rules 3. Enjoy and cherish what you already have

04-20-2021, 03:47 PM	#4
gespaco Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: St. Clair Shores, MI Posts: 414 gespaco411 gespaco	I’ve done it a time or two over the years. __________________ Detroit Pistons & Will Blalock Super Collector

04-20-2021, 04:16 PM	#12
jcardstore Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 21,998 Jcardstore	I’ve cracked several PC cards out of BGS cases cause I just don’t like the way they look. It’s your card for your PC. Do whatever you think makes it the best for you __________________ Just moonwalking through hell on my last brain cell

04-20-2021, 04:22 PM	#13
smalltown Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 17,243 ifeature	9... 10... whatever... do what you want with your card. __________________ Collecting: Raptors, Canadian Basketball Players, Vintage & More. PC: https://www.instagram.com/smalltown.cards/

04-20-2021, 03:41 PM	#2
Siberian13 Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 78,083 shiller13	It’s your card for your PC. Do what you want. Maybe post the card so people can search for it in the future to know it’s previous grade.

04-20-2021, 03:55 PM	#5
eastbayak Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 16,367 eastbayak	I wouldn't for a few reasons: (1) protects the card (2) if reselling in the future, potential returns of graded cards is likely less than raw cards (3) if reselling in the future, BGS 9 should net more than a raw card sale (4) grading costs continue to go up and/or be slow service (should you crack and then want to grade in the future, something to consider) At the end of the day, it's your card so do as you want.

04-20-2021, 03:57 PM	#6
GeechQuest Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cedar Park, TX Posts: 10,779 GeechQuest	In the past, yes. Now, not so sure.

04-20-2021, 04:01 PM	#7
Rom Washentum Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 78	I've done it and regretted it, and I've done it and been thrilled with the decision. For me, it comes down to how you plan to display/enjoy it. If it's going to detract from how you enjoy the card, then by all means set that bad boy free. But if it's going to be buried in a box and only looked at occasionally, I'd just think about how much it matters to you before you go ahead and bother with removing it.

04-20-2021, 04:03 PM	#8
FreshOutThePack Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Posts: 629	No. A 9 is pretty sweet and now with the cost of grading, it's even more of a no than ever. But if you don't like them, I don't see why you would care what anyone else thinks?

04-20-2021, 04:05 PM	#9
Kobe101 Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 3,410	In the past I cracked a bunch of BGS/PSA 9s. Not sure I would do it now unless I was sure I wasn't going to sell. It really comes down to it being easier to sell and for more money if it is graded. If you put it in a sleeve, top loader and team bag it is just as protected as it would be in a BGS case IMO.

04-20-2021, 04:12 PM	#10
interestingcool Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Posts: 333	I've done it with comics several times as I love looking through them. For sports cards there's less of a point, right? That being said, if you want to, go for it. But yeah, I would keep the label, just cuz.

04-20-2021, 04:15 PM	#11
wmeinhold Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1,156	Yes, I would.

04-20-2021, 04:45 PM	#14
sonic311 Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Paramount, CA Posts: 956 colima311	Perhaps you can trade it for a raw mint copy to someone that collects BGS graded cards. Like someone else mentioned with the increase cost of grading this may add trade value and you may get extra cards in that type of deal. Assuming your card is not a 1 of 1. __________________ Beckett BGS Registry https://registry.beckett.com/myregistry

04-20-2021, 06:02 PM	#15
Schmoove Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: 301 Posts: 595	Depends on the card and the case. I cracked an Eric Maynor exquisite out of the case because the BGS slab was way too bulky.

04-20-2021, 06:12 PM	#16
KingInTheNorth Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Posts: 2,860	I've cracked a number of PC cards out of mint 9s... Esp BGS

04-20-2021, 06:28 PM	#17
Beavers98 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 11,050 beavers98	Yes, Absolutely. Many cards in my Auto collection that were bought on the secondary market and not pack pulled were graded 9 or above. I like to have all my Autos raw/unslabbed. I don't do it for RC's I buy though.

04-20-2021, 06:39 PM	#18
DajuanWagner Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 7,425	I cracked a Tim Duncan Hoops 1/1 that was a 9 and I scratched the card...... __________________ *"You said the link to the Prizm hanhers was no longer available and out of stock. You lied, dreams of hoarding Prizm died."* -mc1 8.6.20

04-20-2021, 08:17 PM	#19
kingofsnake Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Napa Valley Posts: 4,518	I've purchased dozens of graded cards and cracked them all. Just be careful not to damage the card like DajuanWagner. __________________ I collect Joe Johnson - 2,819 different cards, 526 1/1's. www.ilocust.com/hobby.htm

04-20-2021, 08:20 PM	#20
rudyjustinfarrell Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 12,708 rudyjustinfarrell	I would not... __________________ Always willing to talk shop or B/S/T.

04-20-2021, 08:21 PM	#21
Moneychrome20 Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Posts: 1,818	Lol at cracking a mint slab what is the purpose U must want to get it returned when you sell it raw and get shafted It’s protected it’s guaranteed mint Unless you are going to try to alter what is the point honestly The card is slabbed and guaranteed MINT only thing u can do is damage it after

04-20-2021, 09:02 PM	#22
siebertb Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 3,016 tron8808	For sets that I keep in mags, I'll always crack regardless of grade. Did that with all my Pinnacle auto sets, the Clear Visions, and the Spectra neon greens. I like to have them all uniform in mags. __________________ Collecting 13/14 Pinnacle Clear Vision numbered parallels, Fleer Classic '61, 11/12 Past & Present SP Photo Variations, 19/20 Mosaic Basketball HOF Genesis

04-20-2021, 09:05 PM	#23
armoursave Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Posts: 709	Love these crack threads. If you decide to crack it please post a video. Always entertaining.

04-20-2021, 09:20 PM	#24
GoSportsball Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 653	I cracked it with a band saw. Totally fine. Looks much better now.