The FrankenWagner Debate Gets Heated + Grading Companies Aren't Telling You Enough + We Deserve Better

The conversation about the reconstructed T206 Honus Wagner takes an unexpected turn. What begins as a debate over one controversial card quickly becomes a broader discussion about grading company transparency, authentication standards, and whether collectors are receiving enough information to make informed buying decisions. Jeremy Lee is joined by David Chase, Joe Poirot, and Josh Adams as they debate whether the famous "FrankenWagner" should really be considered authentic, restored, rebuilt, or something entirely different. More importantly, they ask whether grading companies owe collectors far more transparency than they're currently providing. In this episode: The FrankenWagner debate continues Should grading companies disclose more information? Why "Authentic" may not be enough QR codes, restoration reports, and collector transparency Are grading companies following their own standards? Restoration vs. reconstruction Can collectors truly trust the label? The future of grading and authentication This conversation goes beyond one famous card and explores what collectors should reasonably expect from the companies entrusted to authenticate the hobby's most valuable collectibles. Please support the show! 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. 📺 Subscribe to Sports Cards Live on YouTube for weekly livestreams, hobby interviews, auction coverage, and thoughtful discussions. 📚 Pick up your copy of Pops & Comps: The Hobby Guide to Sports Card Prices. 🌐 Visit thehobbyspectrum.com to discover your collector archetype and explore the Hobby Spectrum. 📱 Follow Jeremy on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardslive @jlee_cards Sports cards is a lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices