by Matt Felumlee | Jun 10, 2024 | Feature Stories
I found myself embroiled in a debate last night about comparables (comps), grades, and value. Most in the hobby know the phrase “Buy the card, not the grade,” but what do we mean by that, exactly? Whether you are the buyer or seller, how do we best use...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 6, 2024 | Vintage Sports Cards FAQ
Whether buying graded cards or choosing raw cards to grade, it’s vitally important to understand the basics of card grading. And if you need a primer on the topic, Cardhound has you covered. This includes understanding not only “condition” in...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 4, 2024 | Feature Stories
It’s a frequent message board debate: Is SGC closing the gap with PSA for vintage values? Folks tend to respond with anecdotes and made-up statistics. Several years ago, most SGC other than prewar did carry about a 25% “penalty.” SGC market share was tiny—and at best...
by Matt Felumlee | Jun 3, 2024 | Tips
I can admit it: I’m addicted to old cardboard. And unfortunately, as an English teacher raising two expensive kids, I don’t really have anything I call “expendable income.” This could be a problem, but I found a solution! Actually, I have found many solutions. For...
by Matt Felumlee | May 29, 2024 | News and Reviews
It’s official: statistics from several Negro Leagues are now recognized as Major League statistics. As a result, we have a new all-time career and season batting leader in the great Josh Gibson. Officially, Gibson surpasses Cobb with a .372 career batting...
