CGC Under the Microscope + Did the FrankenWagner Change the Hobby Forever? + Would You Buy It?

Has the hobby crossed a line, or opened the door to something entirely new? The debate over the reconstructed T206 Honus Wagner continues as Jeremy Lee, David Chase, Josh Adams, and Joe Poirot explore the bigger implications of the now-famous "FrankenWagner." Could this become the template for future restorations? Did CGC make the right call? What should the card actually be called? And perhaps the biggest question of all: if you had the money, would you buy it? The conversation expands well beyond one card and examines what this means for grading companies, restoration standards, collector confidence, and the future of vintage sports cards. In this episode: Did CGC make the right decision? Is the FrankenWagner changing the hobby? What should the label actually say? Would you buy this card over an authentic Wagner? Could this become the new standard for restoration? The cheapest path to owning a T206 Wagner? Where should grading companies draw the line? The panel debates the future of restoration Whether you're fascinated by restoration, passionate about vintage cards, or simply curious where the hobby is headed, this is a discussion you won't want to miss. Please support the show! 👍 Follow Sports Cards Live wherever you listen to podcasts. ⭐ If you enjoy the show, please leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. 📺 Subscribe to Sports Cards Live on YouTube for weekly livestreams, interviews, hobby news, and auction coverage. 📚 Pick up your copy of Pops & Comps: The Hobby Guide to Sports Card Prices. 🌐 Visit thehobbyspectrum.com to discover your collector archetype. 📱 Follow Jeremy on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardslive @jlee_cards Sports cards is a lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices