SO SGC just tripled its prices?

[sportsnut25]

Interesting tidbit from the release, which essentially blamed PSA's stoppage on the hike: "Over the last 24 hours, the number of cards submitted to SGC for grading has increased by over 500%."

Good news is this is, supposedly, temporary:

"Our entire team cares about how you’re feeling and we know that this means we will be 'pricing out' a large group of cards. Please understand that this is temporary and we will continue to build at an unmatched rate. Although I cannot pinpoint exactly when it will take place, SGC will be lowering our prices as soon as we feel we can effectively meet the demand."

[hcv123]

Originally Posted by sportsnut25

Interesting tidbit from the release, which essentially blamed PSA's stoppage on the hike: "Over the last 24 hours, the number of cards submitted to SGC for grading has increased by over 500%."

Good news is this is, supposedly, temporary:

"Our entire team cares about how you’re feeling and we know that this means we will be 'pricing out' a large group of cards. Please understand that this is temporary and we will continue to build at an unmatched rate. Although I cannot pinpoint exactly when it will take place, SGC will be lowering our prices as soon as we feel we can effectively meet the demand."

From their actions I surmise PSA believes they have a stranglehold on the market - a "service" that people are willing to just wait indefinitey for. Clearly if SGC's submissions went up 500% overnight, not as many "loyal" customers as PSA might believe. Really hope SGC can ramp up and capitalize on what might be a once in the company's lifetime opportunity.

[Johnny630]

Think this is Brutal wait for the National If we have it, I wouldn't be surprised to see $100 end of week for on site card grading and $500- $1000 same day.

Both Majors

[rjackson44]

Originally Posted by hcv123

From their actions I surmise PSA believes they have a stranglehold on the market - a "service" that people are willing to just wait indefinitey for. Clearly if SGC's submissions went up 500% overnight, not as many "loyal" customers as PSA might believe. Really hope SGC can ramp up and capitalize on what might be a once in the company's lifetime opportunity.

I just buy cards from howard and avoid all this smile

[Republicaninmass]

They got 10 cards in last night instead of 2!

[Marchillo]

I still have my 10 free submissions from being a member at SGC a couple years back. I was told there was no expiration. I wonder if this is still the case. Maybe I'll call them in a couple of days - I am sure they will be slammed today.

[Frank A]

I just went on the GMA site and they have raised their prices a little. Also their wait times have gone up a little. Looks like the hobby is very strong right now.

[Exhibitman]

On its face it seems like a price gouge but on second view it looks like a pretty smart marketing strategy designed to position the brand while PSA is suspended. Give priority to pricey cards and make your name with those customers with timely service for the next three months rather than be swamped with cut-rate submissions and piss off everyone who read your ads about turn times. It is actually a great idea, especially if it enables them to place high value cards in auctions between now and July and end up with (ideally) record prices for SGC slabs. When the proverbial puppy works through the PSA python and they come back on line, SGC then decides whether to open lower tiers of service or let the bargain basement trade go to the other TPGs and remain an elite service. We do it with every other brand. I usually get groceries at a store which is cheap but a PITA to shop at, but when I need something quick I go to a high end grocer because I know I can get in and out with ease.

[buymycards]

Originally Posted by Republicaninmass

They got 10 cards in last night instead of 2!

Their previous message said they have been receiving 3000 cards per day, it looks like they took a jump to 15,000 all at once.