Thinking about submitting your hits for grading? Here are five quick tips to maximize your scores:
- Inspect under bright daylight — surface scratches hide under store lighting.
- Check centering on all four borders before sleeving.
- Use penny sleeves + top loaders for shipping; never rubber bands.
- Avoid cleaning — solvents almost always leave residue and lower the grade.
- Photograph the front and back before you ship, just in case.