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PAYTCH Ep 19 - Grader Interview (Patreon)

Published:
2025-09-29 16:00:33
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2026-06
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Hello Fellow Alchemists, in this Patreon exclusive episode we dive deep into whitening, classifications/grades PSA and other grading companies look for, along with some neat tips to eke out the 10. Checkout the grading guide and tools at the links below:

Also be sure to checkout this video where I took the tips the grader shared in the past and gave a quick rundown of what to know. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHfBlfeP4f1

Use code POKEMASTER to save 10% on checkout at my website and ebay store.

This isn't the last interview with John so please DM me with more questions for the future.

Main thing you should always have when grading is a good centering tool (I like the measuring glass and the empty slab, those are exactly what graders have on their desk.) - also be sure to read the grading guide to understand how to grade like a pro.

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PAYTCH - Ep 19 - Grader Interview

Thank you for being a Patreon member. You are all goated. Use code POKEMASTER to save 10% site wide at PokeMasterCenter.com In this episode of Cardboard Alchemist, Giovanni and his guests delve into the world of card grading and restoration, focusing on the dominance of PSA, the debate between old and new certification standards, and the intricacies of the grading process. They discuss the human factors that influence grading decisions, including personal biases and the impact of high-profile submissions from big dealers. The conversation highlights the evolving standards in grading and the challenges faced by collectors in navigating this complex landscape. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of card grading, focusing on the processes involved in managing orders, the art of cracking and resubmitting cards, and the various factors that influence grading outcomes. They discuss the impact of flaws on card grades, the role of graders, and the potential influence of mood on grading decisions. Additionally, they explore myths surrounding bribery in grading, the challenges of measuring card dimensions, and the realities of grading jobs and compensation. 00:00 Introduction to Card Grading and Restoration 02:19 The Dominance of PSA in Grading 04:21 Old Cert vs New Cert: The Grading Debate 08:48 The Grading Process and Tiers of Graders 10:54 Human Factors in Grading: Bias and Influence 21:33 Big Dealers vs. Individual Collectors in Grading 25:59 Understanding Order Management in Grading 27:11 The Art of Cracking and Resubmitting Cards 30:52 Navigating Grading Flaws and Their Impact 32:48 The Role of Graders and Their Decision-Making 34:06 The Influence of Mood on Grading 36:02 Bribery Myths in Card Grading 38:05 Altered Cards and Grading Standards 40:43 The Challenges of Measuring Card Dimensions 45:32 The Reality of Grading Jobs and Compensation

Comments

Bill

Would love to see a convo with someone from BGS on how they average subgrades to get final grades. So hard to get from 9->9.5. Sometimes they round up, sometimes they round down.

Joshua Hake

I’ve been noticing that my orders spend the most time in Q/A! Sometimes weeks or months in Q/A.