💎 Sports Card Products: www.cardcapsule.us/gradedcardinvestor Hey guys a few notes regarding this video. #1. If you want to use a microfiber cloth or glass cleaning cloth instead of a paper towel, then use that. #2. Be sure to ALWAYS test clean a card of lesser value before cleaning the card you intend on submitting for grading. #3. Not all cards need to be cleaned, only the ones that have noticeable finger prints and boogers on them. #4. Be gentle and take your time. Like I said in the video, you don't want to damage the card even further!
PSA COLLECTOR - Big Fan of your videos! Can you show a video on making PSA submissions. How do you pack your cards? What do you send in bulk and what do you send separately? Appreciate what you do! Thank you.
Your videos are always not only enjoyable but also educational. I love that even during these difficult tines you are not running around searching for packs or cards to open for fun. No knock to those that do. You just give your own reasonable advice with an honest opinion. Love the knowledge you share with all of your listeners. Be safe my friend.
Thank you, brother! I appreciate the feedback. I'm not big into ripping packs and that's what everyone else is doing anyway. I like to add educational tips and tricks that everyone can use! 👍🏻
That was so great. I came into some cards my wife had tucked away for 40 years and so we are learning our P's and Q's right now. Thanks for sharing your time to share with us some of your knowledge that'll is very great of your. Thanks again!
I appreciate your advise to cleaning cards for submission. I followed your technic, made my 1st submission of 40 cards and got back 23 GM10's & 17 Mint 9's.
Great video, I have a bunch of 25 to 30 year old Jordan cards that are in really good condition. I am trying to find out how to go about the grading aspect. This video taught me a lot, thanks.
Cleaning cards seem like you're trying to defuse a bomb, lol! No slip ups or that PSA 10 or BGS Black Label aspirations explode right in your face instantly, lol! Great video Sir, thx !🙌🏽
Another awesome video! Instead of the paper towel I recommend a large microfiber cloth. I bought a Zeiss camera microfiber cloth from the optometry area to do the exact same technique. Softer on the card and cleans spotless.
@@GRADEDCARDINVESTOR Yes, make sure its the large one. I like it large enough to where you only use the cloth to touch the card, and wear gloves if you really want to make sure you're not getting oils of finger prints on the cards. Keep up the great content PSA Collector. You're killing it bro.
Always remember to take a Phillips Screw Driver to your raw cards before you grade them to increase corner / edge whitening and decrease overall eye appeal.
Recently made my first PSA submission. Still waiting to receive the cards back. I wish I would have taken the time to watch a few of your RUclips videos prior to mailing them out. FANTASTIC VIDEO! Thanks for sharing.
This is a great video! I've just start grading cards and this is super helpful. I'm constantly trying to learn how to be a better pre-grader and get the best grade possible out of my cards. Thanks again!
Love the channel brotha! I'm an avid collector and love all the support you give the community. I'm going to start up my card channel soon as well. Excited for the hobby to grow!
I would have thought the film on top of the card would increase the value of the card instead of taking it off. Have you submitted both and found out that way? Love the videos, and I watch them all. You have helped me a lot when looking at doing submissions to PSA. I am working on a 100+ bulk submission now.
Having the coating on it will increase the value on a gem mint card but that’s only possible if you pull the card from the pack yourself. Buying these on eBay means they’re probably in rough shape so I remove it. Thanks for watching and good luck on the bulk submission!
I always use the glass cleaning little towels. Rub really gently and come out amazing. But whatever works for everyone is all that matters! Great video! Keep them coming!
I really think PSA 9 should hold a lot more value than they do there is such subtle difference and it's almost like you have to be in an elite class to afford what they call perfection yet PSA themselves and the other grading companies grade off center cards a 10.. Thank you Matt for all you do I appreciate you
Awesome tips!. I recently retired and I’m going through my 1966 and 1976 baseball cards. You help me save my 1976 Topps base Dennis Eckersley card.! Thank you!
For the amount psa charges for a submission, they should be able to email a video of the submission being graded. It would provide ultimate transparency and would be a way to bring the reputation back to par. They should also hire more help to provide a quicker turnaround time. With the technology we have available today, it can be easily obtainable. It would be nice to hear an explanation why a card was graded.
They don’t do that because psa and bgs are corrupt and no consistency in grading. They will give gem graded to distributors that pay them off or submit in bulk
Fun fact that will turn you off of PSA... the people who are grading your beloved cards that determine whether you get a 10 or a 9 or let me rephrase that... determine whether you earn $2,000 or $200, makes minimum wage!! Literally the same quality of employee that forgets cheese on your cheeseburger are the supposed “experts” in Grading and Authenticating 🙄. I’m all for hiring more people at these places, but this should be a high paying job. There’s a reason why you tip the Valet guy $20 to take good care of your car lol
Lol 😂 I’ve got all kinds of crazy topics! For sure those chrome cards need a good washing! Sometimes they get yellow stains that need a thorough 🧽 scrubbing but afterwards look incredible 👍 Finest cards are also in need of a bath lol
Great informative video! I personally never peeled a cover off of a card before but now I know how to. Appreciate your dedication in these videos. Looking forward to more content
Great stuff. I’ve never submitted b4. I would have thought cleaning would be a no-no as I’m a coin collector 1st, but diff ballgame here. I just cleaned a Shaq finest & gonna get more into it. In fact because of your videos I dug out my Shaq collection of 100+ diff. I was pleasantly surprised to find cards I’ve seen u submit, Power in the Key, Nicknames, Metal nuts n Bolts, Finest etc so Im havin a blast. Thank you for the tips & content in general. Nice to get involved in something to keep mind occupied due to my PTSD. But hey I’m Blessed & I embrace these stigmatized initials, I EARNED THEM!! Be safe in this crazy world we’re riding, “Doc”, MICParamedic/National Crisis Management since 9/11/2001. God Bless
I’ve seen a few of these types of videos but yours really breathes confidence. More recent videos suggest not to submit cards if they won’t be a 9 or 10. Do you think there’s still value in submitting a card that will grade as a 7 or 8?
From my opinion absolutely! A lot of it also depends on whether your a collector/investor only. There are some cards I won’t ever sell and could care less about grade but it’s nice to keep them protected with a PSA case!!!
Love those power in the key inserts. I pulled the Webber back in the day. Back then Beckett had it valued more than the Jordan LOL. I ended up trading it but have since re-added it to my collection.
CLONG PRODUCTIONS yeah! It’s currently in Phase 3 of the process... I did the bulk / value submission... took about a month to start the process... it’s gonna be a while longer...
Honestly the difference between like a 9 and a 10 sometimes you need a microscope to find it yet PSA is so inconsistent there was a couple Michael Jordan's rookie that sold for like $700k, And one of them was off center so obvious yet they both had a 10 on them, You probably know what auction and cards I'm talking about. I wish they're consistency was there a 10 should be an absolute 10 with zero flaws not a card that is probably the sickness of a card or more off center and yet still a 10. Thanks Matt for all you do I appreciate you
Hey, In recent times Sports card hobby has received a new life & it has attracted many new members to this hobby. I think it might be really helpful if you can do a video on different card types & how to identify them? (eg: base, refractor, select, courtside, emergent, rookie & etc). Thank you
Not to promote anyone else but I came across another YT video where someone did a great job on this topic If I can find it I will post it here. Unless our friend PSA collector disagrees. I don't think he will though.
Hey make sure to use Viva paper towels. They are softer and not as rough. 😂 lol I also take a viva paper towel and wrap it around a Q tip. Q-tips leave fuzzys so make sure to wrap the Whole Q- thank you collector 👍🏻👍🏻🔥🔥
This was very informative. I have been going through some of my cards and I want to clean a few of them before submitting. Your videos are awesome. I have a question. What do you do with all of these common cards from these box breaks? I have over 90000 cards now and my wife isn’t liking me storing all of these in the house.
Max Kellerman I doubt most of the commons would sell for $1-2 on eBay. I did end up selling the majority of the cards for $3K. I kept most of the high end cards and will likely sell them on eBay
Awesome video and very informative. This video has given me more depth on looking at cards. Do you use other type of tools like a ruler, microscope, and fiber cloth for cleaning/grading before sending to PSA? Keep up the great videos.
I subscribed to your channel and have learned a great deal. It has paid off !!!! Was hoping to learn a little more the ends and outs about rookie cards. I know you can make it happen.
Love your videos. Very helpful!! Could you tell me what you recommend for best lighting / magnifying you use before sending in cards to be graded. Also any other tips
You are the only guy I trust on You Tube when it comes to cards. I Just bought on Ebay a unopened pack of 1986 Fleer for $600. What would you do? Open and try to find that Holy Grail Jordan, or keep in pack and try to resell later for more than I bought it for?
Lol thanks for the feedback! Honestly, I would keep it sealed myself. Once you open it the cards inside could only be worth a fraction of what you paid. Consider sending it to PSA to get authenticated and encased as well.
@@GRADEDCARDINVESTOR thanks. Besides PSA and the long turnaround time and $200 a card. Can you recommend another reputable company that worth sending cards too?
PSA COLLECTOR okay cool thanks fam 🙏🏻 just getting into basketball card investing and have a lot cards in coming in the mail so wanted to be prepared 😂 your videos have been very helpful thanks!
I have about 25,000 hall of fame all star and rookie cards total with only 15 graded , I tossed all commons , I just love Raw cards big time , great video though
I loved this! Thank you bro. I purchased a PSA Platinum membership back in April when I got my annual work bonus. I’ve chosen the 15 cards I plan on submitting and then waiting several months to get back. Now I know how to shine them up! Thank you bro! I gotta Lebrons to submit and he’s about to win his 4th baby! 👍🏼👍🏼🍻🍻
This is just an awesome informative video. I've been collecting for 37 years off and on and had a lot of trouble figuring out these newer card grades. I've had a lot of issues I've noticed with chrome cards that I've had stored for years in peeny sleeves. The sleeves stick to the cards and leave some weird film on the cards. However the film comes off rubbing it but can scratch the cards.
I had that issue w multiple cards from the early 90s w Penny and Shaq. Im trying to try n get it off w the eyeglass cloth and some success but I may hafta take the L ok n those few that have that. I need more time to sit and be persistent w them
Great content man! Getting ready to send my first submission to PSA (brand new to this). I picked up some Ultra Pro top loaders on a whim but weary about them. What would you recommend that I use for 90’s era cards (Jordan, Kobe, etc)?
facial tissues or a really soft piece of cloth ..like flannel won't be a rough as paper towels. Just my opinion..some soft white gloves .. I'd be afraid paper towels would scratch them.. Love these videos . Hope you and your family stays well through this thing going on.
Thanks for the tips! I have yet to scratch any card with a paper towel so I continue to use them. The thing with microfiber cloth or any other cloth is that they sit around and get dirty and dusty where as with a paper towel, they are fresh, clean and I can throw away when I'm done. 👍🏻
Question, why is there a coating on these cards? I sent a Jordan 1996 finest to PWCC and was wondering how would I tell if it had a removable coating??? The card you worked on looked great after the film was removed
Nice tutorial - but just wondering: Why not wear gloves when handling the cards, so your *own* fingerprints don't get on them while checking them out? Unless your hands are of course 100% naturally grease-free? :P
Great tip..but what about older wax cards like topps that had the gum in the packs ? What would you suggest the best method be in cleaning them for submissions
Thanks for this good video, just a one question about cleaning the card, can I also use cotton, for wiping the surface, cotton balls gentle wipes to the surface. All thanks from here and more informative videos of sports cards to come!
Tyler herro prizm and bam adebayo optic are impossible to find a centered card for. The hero’s are left thick right thin, and the Bam’s vice versa. Been trying to buy them both and they all are off centered.
Tyler herro prizm and bam adebayo optic are impossible to find a centered card for. The hero’s are left thick right thin, and the Bam’s vice versa. Been trying to buy them both and they all are off centered.
They must . They see how this is booming now theres no way anybody would buy a retail pack at $1000 plus if they knew a charizard was for sure in it so they stop us from reselling them ourselves for sure
Great tips! I always try to be overly critical when analyzing my cards for a submission. I never want to submit and hope! PSA does allow for a slight off center and will give a 10 if everything else is perfect. I wonder if a hair dryer on low heat would help loosen the coating to help remove it easier?
Great channel man! You’re definitely one of the best channels I’ve seen. Got me into the hobby. Keep up the good work. BTW, do you think a PSA Gold or Silver membership is worth investing in?
I'm actually a graphic designer and new to grading. Anyways, it sucks your cards can be knocked down due to bad graphic design (messed up centering) and bad production (bad trims). I have a Kobe eminence card cut on black. Every designer knows it's super tricky to cut through black paper and board. It has to be super precise and quick to avoid fraying and whitening like he describes in this video. I don't think I'll get my Kobe graded now cause there so much of it around the borders... still keeping it though since it's dope looking still. :) Thanks for the video - I now have to sift through the cards again and make sure everything is as pristine as it should be.
On that Shaq card did you notice some sort of printing on that film layer he pulled off? That was weird cause obviously it didn't show on the card when we first were looking at it
How do you feel about wearing gloves while handling cards? You handle the cards very well but i feel even if you are holding the sides fingers wrap around and touch the surface. Even a little.
Thanx again for the helpful video, Matt! I have quite a few of those ones with the coating on. I’ve haven’t taken one off yet but know a few of them need to come off. I’ll take your advice on “petting the grasshopper” and “waxing on and off” to handle them. Lol That was good. Haha I’m scared to try the tweezers but I think I have couple of those cards I could still do that on that are less than acceptable grades but most are pretty darn perfect. Even with the costing so hopefully I won’t have to do many. But thanx again!! That was a huge tip!!
Thank you so much for your informative video. Just subscribed. Can i ask your expert advice? How strict do you think psa is with declared value on cards? I have some cards that i want to submit but prices just surged recently in the past 2 months. So their average price still only show slightly over $500 but recent sales are higher. I'm not sure if the values would hold and hate to overpay for grading. Thanks in advance!
paper towel can scratch the surface so i would not use it. I would use a micro fiber cloth. They come in all different sizes and textures. I use the small ones that come with eye glasses. You have so much control when using one of those because of the size.
I agree. You have to very careful with what you use. Some cards can be cleaned with a paper towel like the new panini but the older chrome cards I use a microfiber.
I have a lot of Optic cards... Can you do a video of them. Basketball and Football... That would be awesome. Thanks anyway if not. I did learn a lot today.
@ 6:55 trimmed MJ Power in the Key card?!? Looks too good to be true! I collected these Fleer Ultra cards as a kid. Very hard to get Gem Mint "Power in the Key".
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Hey guys a few notes regarding this video.
#1. If you want to use a microfiber cloth or glass cleaning cloth instead of a paper towel, then use that.
#2. Be sure to ALWAYS test clean a card of lesser value before cleaning the card you intend on submitting for grading.
#3. Not all cards need to be cleaned, only the ones that have noticeable finger prints and boogers on them.
#4. Be gentle and take your time. Like I said in the video, you don't want to damage the card even further!
PSA COLLECTOR - Big Fan of your videos! Can you show a video on making PSA submissions. How do you pack your cards? What do you send in bulk and what do you send separately?
Appreciate what you do! Thank you.
I've got both of those videos up. Check out my channel page. They are the oldest videos I have up.
When PSA grades and they send it back to you do they tell you why it got a 9 or a 8
PSA COLLECTOR hey sir I have been collecting now for over 30 yrs I would love to chat with you about a few things I have
@@JAS0N_M00RE PSA nor SGC say why. BGS is the only one untill now that gives you subgrades for you to understand why it got the grade
He said “like youre petting a grasshopper” 😂
Too funny, man
Nice work
🤣 I thought that was funny as well during the editing process!
Tennessee, right?
I would use a micro cloth over a napkin honestly but that’s just my opinion 👍🏻🔥
Your videos are always not only enjoyable but also educational. I love that even during these difficult tines you are not running around searching for packs or cards to open for fun. No knock to those that do. You just give your own reasonable advice with an honest opinion. Love the knowledge you share with all of your listeners. Be safe my friend.
Thank you, brother! I appreciate the feedback. I'm not big into ripping packs and that's what everyone else is doing anyway. I like to add educational tips and tricks that everyone can use! 👍🏻
That was so great. I came into some cards my wife had tucked away for 40 years and so we are learning our P's and Q's right now. Thanks for sharing your time to share with us some of your knowledge that'll is very great of your. Thanks again!
Glad it was helpful!
Amazing info! You've been an inspiration to me to start my Sports Card RUclips channel. Just wanted to say THANK YOU for all the value you put out. 😃
You're channel is off to a great start! Thanks so much for the shout out, the hustle and the support! 🔥⚡️Keep grinding!
@@GRADEDCARDINVESTOR Wow! This means so much to me. I appreciate it! 😃⚡️
I appreciate your advise to cleaning cards for submission. I followed your technic, made my 1st submission of 40 cards and got back 23 GM10's & 17 Mint 9's.
Great video, I have a bunch of 25 to 30 year old Jordan cards that are in really good condition. I am trying to find out how to go about the grading aspect. This video taught me a lot, thanks.
Cleaning cards seem like you're trying to defuse a bomb, lol! No slip ups or that PSA 10 or BGS Black Label aspirations explode right in your face instantly, lol! Great video Sir, thx !🙌🏽
🤣 serious stuff, man! No slip ups or KABOOM!
Another awesome video! Instead of the paper towel I recommend a large microfiber cloth. I bought a Zeiss camera microfiber cloth from the optometry area to do the exact same technique. Softer on the card and cleans spotless.
Great tip! I recommend microfiber as well but just make sure it's the bigger size ones because the small ones can get hung up on the corners. 👍🔥
@@GRADEDCARDINVESTOR Yes, make sure its the large one. I like it large enough to where you only use the cloth to touch the card, and wear gloves if you really want to make sure you're not getting oils of finger prints on the cards. Keep up the great content PSA Collector. You're killing it bro.
Always remember to take a Phillips Screw Driver to your raw cards before you grade them to increase corner / edge whitening and decrease overall eye appeal.
Recently made my first PSA submission. Still waiting to receive the cards back. I wish I would have taken the time to watch a few of your RUclips videos prior to mailing them out. FANTASTIC VIDEO! Thanks for sharing.
This is a great video! I've just start grading cards and this is super helpful. I'm constantly trying to learn how to be a better pre-grader and get the best grade possible out of my cards. Thanks again!
Love the channel brotha! I'm an avid collector and love all the support you give the community. I'm going to start up my card channel soon as well. Excited for the hobby to grow!
Awesome thanks, man!Good luck with the new channel! The competition is getting stiff! Better get to grinding 💪👍
I would have thought the film on top of the card would increase the value of the card instead of taking it off. Have you submitted both and found out that way? Love the videos, and I watch them all. You have helped me a lot when looking at doing submissions to PSA. I am working on a 100+ bulk submission now.
Having the coating on it will increase the value on a gem mint card but that’s only possible if you pull the card from the pack yourself. Buying these on eBay means they’re probably in rough shape so I remove it. Thanks for watching and good luck on the bulk submission!
Pulled from pack myself back in 1996! Topps Finest “Sterling” Jordan. Actually in my submission box. :)
theyre graded separately as coating on or coating off in the pop reports
I wish that the values of the cards were more in psa 10 with the coating off. The appeal sucks with the coating on.
I always use the glass cleaning little towels. Rub really gently and come out amazing. But whatever works for everyone is all that matters! Great video! Keep them coming!
Great tip! Those work great as well!
I really think PSA 9 should hold a lot more value than they do there is such subtle difference and it's almost like you have to be in an elite class to afford what they call perfection yet PSA themselves and the other grading companies grade off center cards a 10.. Thank you Matt for all you do I appreciate you
Awesome tips!. I recently retired and I’m going through my 1966 and 1976 baseball cards. You help me save my 1976 Topps base Dennis Eckersley card.! Thank you!
Glad to help!
Extremely informative video. I like how honest you are with your own card grading. Thanks for all the tips.
This was very helpful. Didn't even know this was a thing. Makes total sense. About to send off a Brady rookie..
For the amount psa charges for a submission, they should be able to email a video of the submission being graded. It would provide ultimate transparency and would be a way to bring the reputation back to par. They should also hire more help to provide a quicker turnaround time. With the technology we have available today, it can be easily obtainable. It would be nice to hear an explanation why a card was graded.
I'm sure the first 3rd party grading company that uses this platform would climb to #1 in a hurry.
For as much as they charge, they should just trim your cards up in house. Cut out the middle man, follow me?
They don’t do that because psa and bgs are corrupt and no consistency in grading. They will give gem graded to distributors that pay them off or submit in bulk
@Farmer Larry from my experience, PSA 10 will get get u more money than a BGS 9.5. Idk why cuz they're both GM, but they do.
Fun fact that will turn you off of PSA... the people who are grading your beloved cards that determine whether you get a 10 or a 9 or let me rephrase that... determine whether you earn $2,000 or $200, makes minimum wage!! Literally the same quality of employee that forgets cheese on your cheeseburger are the supposed “experts” in Grading and Authenticating 🙄. I’m all for hiring more people at these places, but this should be a high paying job. There’s a reason why you tip the Valet guy $20 to take good care of your car lol
This was so good, tense moments when you went the peel.
Bro you come up with topics that blow my mind. But this is a necessity with chrome cards because they look beautiful when the surface is un touched.
Lol 😂 I’ve got all kinds of crazy topics! For sure those chrome cards need a good washing! Sometimes they get yellow stains that need a thorough 🧽 scrubbing but afterwards look incredible 👍 Finest cards are also in need of a bath lol
Good video fam keep them coming! Glad I found your channel 👊🏻
Thanks! 🙏🏼 I appreciate the support!
Heck of a camera focus, that lens is the real 10 in this video
Great informative video! I personally never peeled a cover off of a card before but now I know how to. Appreciate your dedication in these videos. Looking forward to more content
Thanks, Manny! I’ve got more coming!
Great card cleaning tips. I'm about to make my first ever PSA submission. Very helpful, thanks!
Nice and good luck on the submission! I’ve used his technique for my 1st 4 submissions and they arrived at PSA nice and neatly
Great stuff. I’ve never submitted b4. I would have thought cleaning would be a no-no as I’m a coin collector 1st, but diff ballgame here. I just cleaned a Shaq finest & gonna get more into it. In fact because of your videos I dug out my Shaq collection of 100+ diff. I was pleasantly surprised to find cards I’ve seen u submit, Power in the Key, Nicknames, Metal nuts n Bolts, Finest etc so Im havin a blast. Thank you for the tips & content in general. Nice to get involved in something to keep mind occupied due to my PTSD. But hey I’m Blessed & I embrace these stigmatized initials, I EARNED THEM!! Be safe in this crazy world we’re riding, “Doc”, MICParamedic/National Crisis Management since 9/11/2001. God Bless
Hey thanks for the cleaning tips. I doing my homework before I start submitting cards for grading.
I’ve seen a few of these types of videos but yours really breathes confidence. More recent videos suggest not to submit cards if they won’t be a 9 or 10. Do you think there’s still value in submitting a card that will grade as a 7 or 8?
From my opinion absolutely! A lot of it also depends on whether your a collector/investor only. There are some cards I won’t ever sell and could care less about grade but it’s nice to keep them protected with a PSA case!!!
Love those power in the key inserts. I pulled the Webber back in the day. Back then Beckett had it valued more than the Jordan LOL. I ended up trading it but have since re-added it to my collection.
🤣 sounds like something Beckett would do! I’m a huge fan of this set as well 👍
Thank you, I am getting ready for my first submission for grading and your tips were very helpful, thank you!!!!!
Thanks for the video, you have been grinding and I hope you keep it up!
Thanks, brother! Grinding and hustle😅
Thanks for this video! Exactly what I was needing! About to make my first submission to PSA soon.... keep up the great content!
Thanks, bro!! Good luck on the submission👍
You hear back on your shipment?
CLONG PRODUCTIONS yeah! It’s currently in Phase 3 of the process... I did the bulk / value submission... took about a month to start the process... it’s gonna be a while longer...
On the 93-94 Fleer Shaq Graded 8, part of his head is chopped off! Terrible centering. I'm suprised it graded so well. Great video....thanks
Honestly the difference between like a 9 and a 10 sometimes you need a microscope to find it yet PSA is so inconsistent there was a couple Michael Jordan's rookie that sold for like $700k, And one of them was off center so obvious yet they both had a 10 on them, You probably know what auction and cards I'm talking about. I wish they're consistency was there a 10 should be an absolute 10 with zero flaws not a card that is probably the sickness of a card or more off center and yet still a 10. Thanks Matt for all you do I appreciate you
Hey, In recent times Sports card hobby has received a new life & it has attracted many new members to this hobby. I think it might be really helpful if you can do a video on different card types & how to identify them? (eg: base, refractor, select, courtside, emergent, rookie & etc). Thank you
Not to promote anyone else but I came across another YT video where someone did a great job on this topic If I can find it I will post it here. Unless our friend PSA collector disagrees. I don't think he will though.
Yeah, man! Share away!
Great video bro. Bout to send my first cards to PSA soon and will definitely use your method. Thanx man!
Good luck! Thanks for the feedback! 🙏🏻
I'm dreading taking all mine out to inspect the surface for fingerprints...thanks for the vid 👍
Hey make sure to use Viva paper towels. They are softer and not as rough. 😂 lol I also take a viva paper towel and wrap it around a Q tip. Q-tips leave fuzzys so make sure to wrap the Whole Q- thank you collector 👍🏻👍🏻🔥🔥
Can you do a cleaning tutorial on cleaning vintage cards before sending them for grading ? 🙏🏽😁 Thankyou
Dont use a paper towel lol
as a guy who loves detailing his car, and has had glasses for a long time, the circle motions cleaning the cards drove me crazy lol
Thank you! The info that provided in this video is helpful.
Now I will subscribe and watch some others. Keep up the good work!
I appreciate all the great tips you give us. It is great info
Thanks, Gary! Glad I can help!
I need to now clean and grade my 400 Jordan’s . That’s why I’m here 😁
This was very informative. I have been going through some of my cards and I want to clean a few of them before submitting. Your videos are awesome. I have a question. What do you do with all of these common cards from these box breaks? I have over 90000 cards now and my wife isn’t liking me storing all of these in the house.
Max Kellerman I doubt most of the commons would sell for $1-2 on eBay. I did end up selling the majority of the cards for $3K. I kept most of the high end cards and will likely sell them on eBay
Max Kellerman I’ve never sold on eBay, but I would like to.
Hi! My son started unboxing baseball cards last week.
Awesome video and very informative. This video has given me more depth on looking at cards. Do you use other type of tools like a ruler, microscope, and fiber cloth for cleaning/grading before sending to PSA? Keep up the great videos.
You can use micro fiber clothes instead of paper towels but other than that I don't use anything else. Magnifying lamp helps out a lot 👍🏻
I subscribed to your channel and have learned a great deal. It has paid off !!!! Was hoping to learn a little more the ends and outs about rookie cards. I know you can make it happen.
Just starting to get into grading cards and sending them in to PSA. Thank you for all your input and info.
How long till you get your cards back from Psa
Love your videos. Very helpful!! Could you tell me what you recommend for best lighting / magnifying you use before sending in cards to be graded. Also any other tips
You are the only guy I trust on You Tube when it comes to cards. I Just bought on Ebay a unopened pack of 1986 Fleer for $600. What would you do? Open and try to find that Holy Grail Jordan, or keep in pack and try to resell later for more than I bought it for?
Lol thanks for the feedback! Honestly, I would keep it sealed myself. Once you open it the cards inside could only be worth a fraction of what you paid. Consider sending it to PSA to get authenticated and encased as well.
@@GRADEDCARDINVESTOR thanks. Besides PSA and the long turnaround time and $200 a card. Can you recommend another reputable company that worth sending cards too?
Very gentle. Like you're petting a grasshopper.
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Can you please make a video on how put a card in a penny sleeve without damaging the corners ? Thanks
I love all the 1980s kid techniques "trust me guys just use the moisture from your mouth" hahahah not to mention the grasshopper-petting technique
instead of using paper towel would it be better to use a micro fiber cleaning cloth like the ones that come with glasses?
Yep! Use those instead of the paper towels. I only use the paper towels on cards I know it won’t damage the surface.
PSA COLLECTOR okay cool thanks fam 🙏🏻 just getting into basketball card investing and have a lot cards in coming in the mail so wanted to be prepared 😂 your videos have been very helpful thanks!
just clean one direction away from the corner and edges
@Chris I’m subbing to HGA I’ll let you know how it goes
@@JerHetrick so I’m not the only one who noticed microfiber can damage cards
I have about 25,000 hall of fame all star and rookie cards total with only 15 graded , I tossed all commons , I just love Raw cards big time , great video though
I loved this! Thank you bro. I purchased a PSA Platinum membership back in April when I got my annual work bonus. I’ve chosen the 15 cards I plan on submitting and then waiting several months to get back. Now I know how to shine them up! Thank you bro! I gotta Lebrons to submit and he’s about to win his 4th baby! 👍🏼👍🏼🍻🍻
This is just an awesome informative video. I've been collecting for 37 years off and on and had a lot of trouble figuring out these newer card grades. I've had a lot of issues I've noticed with chrome cards that I've had stored for years in peeny sleeves. The sleeves stick to the cards and leave some weird film on the cards. However the film comes off rubbing it but can scratch the cards.
I had that issue w multiple cards from the early 90s w Penny and Shaq. Im trying to try n get it off w the eyeglass cloth and some success but I may hafta take the L ok n those few that have that. I need more time to sit and be persistent w them
Can you please demonstrate how and where you measure the top and bottom of Upper Deck cards to determine centering?
Thank you, I'm considering submitting for grading for the first time. HATE THE PSA fees tho
Another great video! When you said, "like your petting a grasshopper." I died laughing.
😂 be gentle!
Great content man! Getting ready to send my first submission to PSA (brand new to this). I picked up some Ultra Pro top loaders on a whim but weary about them. What would you recommend that I use for 90’s era cards (Jordan, Kobe, etc)?
facial tissues or a really soft piece of cloth ..like flannel won't be a rough as paper towels. Just my opinion..some soft white gloves .. I'd be afraid paper towels would scratch them.. Love these videos . Hope you and your family stays well through this thing going on.
Thanks for the tips! I have yet to scratch any card with a paper towel so I continue to use them. The thing with microfiber cloth or any other cloth is that they sit around and get dirty and dusty where as with a paper towel, they are fresh, clean and I can throw away when I'm done. 👍🏻
Can u leave the peel sticker on before grading?
Yes you can! I’ve seen a ton of cards with the peel that grade high but just make the peel itself is in great condition
Question, why is there a coating on these cards? I sent a Jordan 1996 finest to PWCC and was wondering how would I tell if it had a removable coating??? The card you worked on looked great after the film was removed
Bro thank you so much for this very informative video. It is helpful bro for the card collectors. 🙂
Thanks very helpful. Now to learn how to send how much and price do you do that??
If refractor coating has a few minor surface bubbles.. would it drastically impact the grade, even if no scuffs or scratches?
can you show a vid on cleaning older cards ... 80s or 90s?
I have a bunch from the 1970's and I am curious if the same technique is a good idea.
as a pokemon card collector i apperciate this video a TON
How would you suggest cleaning 93/94' sp foil cards? Is there a video you could link here on RUclips?
Nice tutorial - but just wondering: Why not wear gloves when handling the cards, so your *own* fingerprints don't get on them while checking them out? Unless your hands are of course 100% naturally grease-free? :P
Great tip..but what about older wax cards like topps that had the gum in the packs ? What would you suggest the best method be in cleaning them for submissions
Simple, clear, and very educational. From the expert, very well explained. Congratulation, sir!
Many thanks! 👍🏻
Do you have a video on submitting over-sized cards?
Thanks for this good video, just a one question about cleaning the card, can I also use cotton, for wiping the surface, cotton balls gentle wipes to the surface. All thanks from here and more informative videos of sports cards to come!
Nice video! I'm going to upload a demo of how to pack and ship cards soon. You have great content and are inspiring!
Thanks for the feedback! Good luck with the video. Safe shipping is key when selling sports cards. 👍🏻
Great info...when do they officially charge your credit card? When the receive or 15 business days after it gets graded...thanks!
Just seeing you vid, what’s your opinion on a few very fine Scranton the rear surface? How tough is psa on those?
Sometimes I think companies make off center cards on purpose lol
Yup 100%
Of course they do, just like they know what cards not to package as much in packs aka the rare ones
Tyler herro prizm and bam adebayo optic are impossible to find a centered card for. The hero’s are left thick right thin, and the Bam’s vice versa. Been trying to buy them both and they all are off centered.
Tyler herro prizm and bam adebayo optic are impossible to find a centered card for. The hero’s are left thick right thin, and the Bam’s vice versa. Been trying to buy them both and they all are off centered.
They must . They see how this is booming now theres no way anybody would buy a retail pack at $1000 plus if they knew a charizard was for sure in it so they stop us from reselling them ourselves for sure
Great tips! I always try to be overly critical when analyzing my cards for a submission. I never want to submit and hope! PSA does allow for a slight off center and will give a 10 if everything else is perfect. I wonder if a hair dryer on low heat would help loosen the coating to help remove it easier?
That's a good idea! If the peel is very stubborn then that would definitely loosen it up 👍🏻
Great channel man! You’re definitely one of the best channels I’ve seen. Got me into the hobby. Keep up the good work. BTW, do you think a PSA Gold or Silver membership is worth investing in?
I'm actually a graphic designer and new to grading. Anyways, it sucks your cards can be knocked down due to bad graphic design (messed up centering) and bad production (bad trims). I have a Kobe eminence card cut on black. Every designer knows it's super tricky to cut through black paper and board. It has to be super precise and quick to avoid fraying and whitening like he describes in this video. I don't think I'll get my Kobe graded now cause there so much of it around the borders... still keeping it though since it's dope looking still. :) Thanks for the video - I now have to sift through the cards again and make sure everything is as pristine as it should be.
Do most cards that are in the Chrome format like Topps Chrome, optic, prism Etc have the protective coating on them?
On that Shaq card did you notice some sort of printing on that film layer he pulled off? That was weird cause obviously it didn't show on the card when we first were looking at it
How do you feel about wearing gloves while handling cards? You handle the cards very well but i feel even if you are holding the sides fingers wrap around and touch the surface. Even a little.
Thanx again for the helpful video, Matt! I have quite a few of those ones with the coating on. I’ve haven’t taken one off yet but know a few of them need to come off. I’ll take your advice on “petting the grasshopper” and “waxing on and off” to handle them. Lol That was good. Haha I’m scared to try the tweezers but I think I have couple of those cards I could still do that on that are less than acceptable grades but most are pretty darn perfect. Even with the costing so hopefully I won’t have to do many. But thanx again!! That was a huge tip!!
LOVE THE CONTENT
Great job showing us how to grade and clean our cards.
About what grade would you say is equal to raw for the newer cards?😊
Thank you so much for your informative video. Just subscribed. Can i ask your expert advice? How strict do you think psa is with declared value on cards? I have some cards that i want to submit but prices just surged recently in the past 2 months. So their average price still only show slightly over $500 but recent sales are higher. I'm not sure if the values would hold and hate to overpay for grading. Thanks in advance!
How do you know what cards have a protective coating on them?
What about wearing certain types of gloves to handle cards to keep skin oils and such from transferring to the card surface? Is that overkill?
The box wasn’t centered in the gem mint 10 Jordan lol your Shaq was almost the same if I’m not mistaken
What about using kimwipes to clean the card surface?
Can I submit both Pokémon cards and sports card in the same submission? Thx!
I believe so, so long as the years fall within the same type of submission like 2017-current for example
paper towel can scratch the surface so i would not use it. I would use a micro fiber cloth. They come in all different sizes and textures. I use the small ones that come with eye glasses. You have so much control when using one of those because of the size.
I agree. You have to very careful with what you use. Some cards can be cleaned with a paper towel like the new panini but the older chrome cards I use a microfiber.
I have a lot of Optic cards... Can you do a video of them. Basketball and Football... That would be awesome. Thanks anyway if not. I did learn a lot today.
@ 6:55 trimmed MJ Power in the Key card?!? Looks too good to be true! I collected these Fleer Ultra cards as a kid. Very hard to get Gem Mint "Power in the Key".
wait, what about cleaning around on-card autos? Is there a way to clean over the signatures without risking smudging the auto?