SGC Grading

[BigSlim16]

With the current backup at PSA, I'm considering sending off some modern era cards to SGC for grading. I've been doing some research comparing grading fees for SGC to PSA (only $10/card for SGC submission with 20 day turnaround) and comparing resale value. I wanted to get some thought from you all on if sending to SGC is worth it, or if I should just deal with PSA delays or stick to selling raw?

[Triple B]

I’ve thought about that too but SGC’s labels are just so amateurish. I may be alone here but I can’t stand the look of them.

[BigSlim16]

Originally Posted by Triple B

I’ve thought about that too but SGC’s labels are just so amateurish. I may be alone here but I can’t stand the look of them.

I like the black border, but yeah I'm not really a huge fan of the label either

[Keyser Soze]

I love their slabs but do not like the new flips. Having said that, I've used them before and got great service and great turnaround. If the cards you're subbing are for resale, you may wanna stick with PSA, but if the cards are PC, then SGC slabs are great and I think you'll be happy.

[oddstuff]

Originally Posted by BigSlim16

With the current backup at PSA, I'm considering sending off some modern era cards to SGC for grading. I've been doing some research comparing grading fees for SGC to PSA (only $10/card for SGC submission with 20 day turnaround) and comparing resale value. I wanted to get some thought from you all on if sending to SGC is worth it, or if I should just deal with PSA delays or stick to selling raw?

Are your cards nearing what you think is peak resale value now or there is room to grow in the next 60-90 days? If max resale value in 25-30 days, then you may need to capitalize with SGC though actual resale value is quite less than PSA but you have to factor in the time it takes for the cards to get back to you and whether the peak resale value has passed. If the cards have additional room to grow in value over the next 60-90 days, then do PSA definitely as PSA's value is a lot higher than SGC. As for selling raw, that's related to the time factor too...kind of have to consult your crystal ball on what you think cards will be...raw resale value now, SGC 9.5/10 resale value in 25-30 days or PSA 9/10 resale value in 60-90 days.

[BigSlim16]

Thanks for the advice fellas!

[ThoseBackPages]

they are a good third option for modern

[psd2k10]

Stick to raw with great photos and a great description. dont support crooked tpg’s.

[ThoseBackPages]

Originally Posted by psd2k10

Stick to raw with great photos and a great description. dont support crooked tpg’s.

LOL!!!

that's the issue

[psd2k10]

Originally Posted by ThoseBackPages

LOL!!!



that's the issue

it’s a double edge sword i get it. just hate what some of these companies are doing to our hobby.


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[ThoseBackPages]

Originally Posted by psd2k10

it’s a double edge sword i get it. just hate what some of these companies are doing to our hobby.


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i agree. greed kills everything

[CicadaMound]

I like how the flip has the full name of the card and the serial number.

[delangley1977]

The big two are on house arrest right now, in my opinion SGC is a totally reasonable alternative. And their times are less than a month, pretty sure BGS and PSA, can’t even come close to those numbers.

[doowopbruce]

I prefer BGS for the subgrades.

[MoreToppsPlease]

Originally Posted by ThoseBackPages

i agree. greed kills everything

Incompetence doesn’t help either.

[WizardofOz1982]

I'm still interested in the digital grading service patents they filed a couple years back. I like SGC quite a bit but it fits my collection since they're the prewar preferred grader.

[IgnatiusJReilly]

I’m another SGC supporter. I think their grading has been more consistent over the years (PSA cough PSA). Obviously they are a much bigger player in prewar and pre 1980, but I also really like the slab with the black gasket. Even the newer labels look good IMO.


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[BigSlim16]

I decided to go ahead and submit a small 7 card order. I'll have to update with the results when the grades come in

[BigSlim16]

Got the email from SGC earlier that my cards have been graded and have been shipped back! Could not be happier with these grades! I'll make sure to post pics when they get here Saturday.

2018 Topps Chrome #4 Jack Flaherty - PRISTINE 10
2018 Topps Update US34 Austin Meadows - GM 10
2020 Topps #78 Bo Bichette - 9.5
2020 Topps #292 Gavin Lux - GM 10
2018 Topps Chrome #25 Rafael Devers - GM 10
2018 Bowman Chrome #92 Ozzie Albies - GM 10
2018 Bowman's Best #54 Ozzie Albies refractor - GM 10

[ThoseBackPages]

LOVE IT Slim!

[mchenrycards]

SGC may be the only TPG I actually still trust. I do not grade many cards (maybe 5-10 a year) and mostly all are vintage but from what I have seen they are spot on graders and may even be a bit on the conservative side with their grades. I have never had them miss their turnaround times and the best reason....the provide front and back scans of cards that you send for grading. I now have access to scans of the two cards I sent in three weeks ago, slabbed and ready to be sent back. I no longer have to wait for those cards to be returned and, while I have not investigated this, I believe all those scans are open and accessible to the public and not just the consignor (I need to reconfirm this so please don't take this as gospel yet).

For ten bucks you cannot beat the grading services, turn around times and the fact you get high quality scans of your submissions.

[mchenrycards]

Originally Posted by BigSlim16

Got the email from SGC earlier that my cards have been graded and have been shipped back! Could not be happier with these grades! I'll make sure to post pics when they get here Saturday.

2018 Topps Chrome #4 Jack Flaherty - PRISTINE 10
2018 Topps Update US34 Austin Meadows - GM 10
2020 Topps #78 Bo Bichette - 9.5
2020 Topps #292 Gavin Lux - GM 10
2018 Topps Chrome #25 Rafael Devers - GM 10
2018 Bowman Chrome #92 Ozzie Albies - GM 10
2018 Bowman's Best #54 Ozzie Albies refractor - GM 10

Click on your submission
Click on "profile" on the left hand side
Click on "View My SGC SellerReady Images (Expanded Pilot)"
And you should be able to see scans of your cards right now.

[amex]

Originally Posted by CicadaMound

I like how the flip has the full name of the card and the serial number.

Serial number being logged is huge and would like to say I don't know why the others don't do it. But pretty sure we all know why.

[tmoore_25]

I just sent my first submission to SGC the other day. 50 card sub. Super excited to see how it turns out.

[BigSlim16]

Originally Posted by mchenrycards

SGC may be the only TPG I actually still trust. I do not grade many cards (maybe 5-10 a year) and mostly all are vintage but from what I have seen they are spot on graders and may even be a bit on the conservative side with their grades. I have never had them miss their turnaround times and the best reason....the provide front and back scans of cards that you send for grading. I now have access to scans of the two cards I sent in three weeks ago, slabbed and ready to be sent back. I no longer have to wait for those cards to be returned and, while I have not investigated this, I believe all those scans are open and accessible to the public and not just the consignor (I need to reconfirm this so please don't take this as gospel yet).

For ten bucks you cannot beat the grading services, turn around times and the fact you get high quality scans of your submissions.

Oh wow that's awesome I had no idea they even did that! Thanks for the info!