I had a fun mail day today, including but not limited to a test sample of Pro-Mold's new EZ-SNAP trading card holder. Is non-mag the future of hard plastic cases? Let's take a sneak peek at this coming-soon item. Look Ma, No Magnets! The first thing you will notice:...
OK, the title suggests some sort of deep manifesto on "why we collect." But of course, there are thousands of personal reasons for collecting vintage sports cards and memorabilia. I'm reflecting on why I collect as I sit here anxiously awaiting today's...
From time to time we will hear from our sponsor Eric Drew at Boca Card Subs (SGC group submitter extraordinaire). His tips can help you get the most out of your card grading experience. In this case, let's look at OPC rough cuts. This week's informative tip concerns...
Vintage set building is a labor of love--there's no other way to describe it. The sifting and sorting is relaxing. The thrill of the hunt is definitely a collector's impulse. And finishing a tough set can be very rewarding. But let's face it: it's cheaper to just buy...
Last week, Cardhound hosted its first Virtual Trade Night via Zoom. This was just a trial run--but we had a lot of fun. The idea is that we open up a Trade Night Forum on the Collector's Club Board where members can share wish lists or cards available for sale or...
Featured Listing of an Old Judge Ned Hanlon and a Mayo's Buck Ewing. Cardhound Gold Club members can submit cards for consideration for the Featured Listing column. This space is generally reserved for exceptional or unique items. If interested, just email me at...
Regular readers know I love me some Gemrate grading data. In particular, I have been following SGC's headway into vintage (1950's and earlier) market share. Last month, I reported on a near dead heat between PSA and SGC in this segment. This is a significant...
Taking solid sports card pictures for sales listings (or just for fun) isn't exactly rocket science. A good light source, a dark background, and a decent phone camera will get the job done just fine in most cases. That being the case, I'm surprised daily at the poor...
I've actually never cracked a PSA slab . . . until now. I've heard the newer generation is more difficult (it's not). Though there is now a newer generation to tinker with as well. I don't collect PSA cards at all, and I usually either resubmit them for crossover to...
Gold Club Featured Listing: 1910-11 Turkey Red Chief Bender Welcome to our first Gold Club Featured Listing: a gorgeous 1910-11 T3 Turkey Red Charles "Chief' Bender SGC A (evidence of trimming). This card is owned by a Cardhound Gold Club member and is available for...
