A complete PSA 5 graded registry set?

ColleSystem · June 19, 2006 12:07PM

Just an idea:

One could build a breath taking PSA 5 complete registry set, just by buying beautiful cards with minute surfaces creases that can only be seen under magnification. One could probably have an incredible set.

-Scott

slatsme · June 19, 2006 12:09PM

Scott - Very true. I just got back an awesome 1960 Bob Gibson that received the dreaded 5 - looks like a 9 though. Nice idea

Downtown1974 · June 19, 2006 12:11PM

Yes indeedy! But you may have a hard time selling later if you opt to do so.

1420sports · June 19, 2006 12:23PM

A PSA 5 set from the 50's on back yes, from the 60's on up no

WinPitcher · June 19, 2006 12:23PM

Depends on what set you are talking about.

Steve

schr1st · June 19, 2006 10:27PM

Buy what you like, and don't worry about the rest. For my 1957 Set, unless I get 8's or higher at nice prices, the commons in my set are going to be mostly 7s. I'd rather spend big $ on a great looking Mantle, Williams, etc. in 8 or 9 than spend a ton on a low pop common. I may never have the top set, but I'll have a set that I enjoy much more.

spazzy · June 20, 2006 12:45AM

I think it is a great idea to do a lower registry set. I have a complete 1951 Topps Ringside set that comes in at 5.78 and I am happy. I can always upgrade the set as I want but still have the satisfaction that it is finished. I have some nice cards in it and all I need to do is upgrade a few commons. Some of the 1951 Ringsides are as easy to get as one thinks. With all the fakes out there I would rather buy a complete low grade PSA set and I would pay a little bit more.

cardfan07 · June 20, 2006 3:41AM

I don't think it matters at all what set it is. I think the line between some 5's and 8's is gray. How many times do we think we've got a sure fire high grade card and it comes back much lower...and it must have been a dreaded crease. The original poster said you could put together a great looking set in 5's. And it's true, if you can find the 5's or submit the 5's that have strong corners and centering but might have some creasing. The cards dont have to have 5 corners. Besides, while it's about the competition and proudly displaying your sets with others, the most enjoyment you should have is the chase and completing that set...regardless of grade.

MajorDanby · June 20, 2006 4:04AM

<< <i>Depends on what set you are talking about. >>

Exactly...many collectors do this for pre war sets. Less common in post war sets. If i were a set collector, i would give it a shot. a surface wrinkle that is not noticeable is a heckuva a lot better than a psa 7 that is OC.

KansasJayhawk · June 20, 2006 9:09AM

That is exactly what I am doing with the 2 sets in below......and I do not think I will have any trouble selling them later (Post 2033 after their 100 year old birthday).

Boopotts · June 20, 2006 10:58AM

If you're simply putting together a set for your own enjoyment, and you find yourself on the fence re: a certain card, always ask yourself if you would have thought that card was a good deal BEFORE PSA's grading system became the industry standard. It's hard to go wrong if you use this method.

Lothar52 · June 20, 2006 11:50AM

my 54 topps set will be in psa 4-6 condition mostly!!! some will have wrinkles ....im ok with it

Loth

RipublicaninMass · June 20, 2006 12:11PM

naw 52 topps has to be in PSA 8 or foget it! J/k a psa 5 set is good, but takes patience not to go crazy!

A complete PSA 5 graded registry set?

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