Professional Evaluation
Card Pre-Grading
We evaluate your raw cards using the same criteria PSA, BGS, and TAG apply — before you spend on submission fees. Know your grade. Protect your investment.
The Evaluation
What We Inspect On Every Card
The same four criteria that grading companies use. We check them methodically, document them, and give you a written report.
Centering
We measure front and back centering precisely. PSA 10 requires 55/45 or better (front) and 75/25 (back). A card that looks centered often isn't. This kills more 10s than anything else.
Corners
All four corners are inspected under magnification and raking light. Even hairline tip wear drops a card from 10 potential. We grade each corner individually before averaging.
Edges
Rough edges, chips, and surface tears are identified under 10x magnification. Factory edge issues are noted separately from post-pack handling damage.
Surface
We check both surfaces for print lines, haze, light scratches, and indentations. Surface issues are often invisible in casual lighting but obvious to graders — and to us.
Grade Probability Report
Not Just A Number — A Full Breakdown
Every pre-grade includes a probability breakdown across PSA and BGS. You'll know the likelihood of each grade tier before you commit to a submission company.
📋 Sample Report — Charizard VMAX (Champion's Path) · Centering: 52/48 F, 60/40 B · Corners: 9/10 · Edges: 10/10 · Surface: 9.5/10
Based on image analysis + centering measurements. Final grade may vary.
Based on image analysis + centering measurements. Final grade may vary.
Submission Strategy
Which Company Should You Use?
We don't just give you a grade — we tell you where to submit based on your card and your goals.
Professional Sports Authenticator
Most liquid market, highest premiums — but longest wait times right now
Best for: Pokemon, broad market appeal, long-term holds
Beckett Grading Services
Subgrades, Black Label prestige — now under PSA ownership
Best for: Cards with perfect surfaces, premium slabs
Tech Assessment Grading
Technology-assisted grading — Basic and Standard tiers currently CLOSED
Best for: One Piece, anime cards — Express ($59) is current entry point
How It Works
The Pre-Grading Process
Submit
Fill out the submission form. Upload front and back photos (or mail your cards). Include any known condition issues.
Evaluate
We inspect your card under magnification and proper lighting. Centering, corners, edges, and surface — all four criteria.
Report
You receive a detailed written pre-grade report with grade probability breakdown and submission recommendation.
Decide
Submit with confidence, hold, repair, or sell raw. You now have the information to make a smart decision.
Ready To Know Your Card's Real Grade?
Starting at $15. Results in 2–4 business days.
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