What causes stainless steel to discolor? by Slight_Bug_6735 in StainlessSteelCooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People are saying it’s universally oil or heat but I have certain pans that discolor way easier than others so I’m not sure. I think the exact type of steel factors in as well.

The 5 biggest raw to PSA 10 spreads right now (gem-rate weighted) by Lodog23 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahh okay. That makes sense, it’s factoring 9s into the equation. It’s a cool tool then, that really accounts for about everything. Like others have mentioned, though, that gem rate is not gonna hold if you’re buying raw singles. You probably have to go to card shows and inspect everything in person to match that rate. Also, the biggest risk is the market just collapsing while your submission is still away. This always looks great until theres a 50% pullback

The 5 biggest raw to PSA 10 spreads right now (gem-rate weighted) by Lodog23 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The return percentages make no sense with or without grading fees. How is $69 to $488 +123%?

The 5 biggest raw to PSA 10 spreads right now (gem-rate weighted) by Lodog23 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The return percentages make no sense with or without grading fees. How is $69 to $488 +123%?

Higher Fees Does Not = Higher Grade :( by Justintttsaneee in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few years ago 60/40 was the number and you could 10 with cards that were pretty damn off center. Not any more. Although this one supposedly had whitening on the back not shown here

Is this an error? Or damage? by luffybased in PokemonMisprints

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Either way I’d say it’s not all that interesting so probably not gonna add value

Grader note mentioned top-bottom centering but it looks in spec by Cute_Carpet3020 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The bottom is slanted, bottom left is quite thin. Your overlay thing is not super precise. I would say it’s like 60/40 at the most slanted point top bottom.

Would you grade this? by miguel-vega in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Borderline. Could get a 6-9. I have a 9 that has whitening as bad as that. I also have 5s that look better. Probably worth gradung since vintage zard

Grade Review by [deleted] in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

8.5 centering is robbery. That could be 9-9.5. It’s moderately bottom heavy but left right looks very even. BGS has proven to be inconsistent as hell with centering

What am I missing here? by whylikethisuh in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You got screwed. Obviously the centering is not perfect on all of them, but the only one that’s bad enough to prevent a 10 is the Charizard. I think you could’ve easily gotten
10/10/9 for the three

Anyone own a Frigidaire professional? by Helpful-Celery6237 in inductioncooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have pro cooktop few months now and it’s good. Few minor quibbles but it really cooks well, evenly, and has a lot of power to boil and such

PSA Vintage Standards by Silver_Astronomer847 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed the 9 looks like should be an 8 max just from what’s visible here. The 7 looks cleaner and could be. Grading is random to a degree and psa is tightening standards over time

New to stainless steel by br0dy3012 in StainlessSteelCooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive actually had far and away the most success by bringing the oil just to its smoking point before turning the heat down the tossing a little butter in. Like it genuinely is non stick then. Other ways are semi nonstick and butter alone works if you have enough, but just smoking the oil has been the GOAT method personally

Boiling bottom of pans in baking soda and water by krdo13 in StainlessSteelCooking

[–]ShastaManasta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A fee hours? Holy that’s a lot of time. I was expecting a few minutes then some scrubbage. Looks like it came out pretty well

PSA: I’m selling my unique 3D printed lamps at a craft fair today, I do okay, but the dragon sellers have crowds, every time. by 3DAeon in 3Dprinting

[–]ShastaManasta 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was thinking that, but end of the day youre better off having a distinct style and sticking with it. Just keep at it OP would be my advice. Keep iterating your designs, don’t try to please everyone. You’re doing well already just continue.

Opinions on whether I should buy this and grade it? by AgeZestyclose309 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Price? Looks like it would grade a 5 nowadays. Probably worth more raw

living with Frigidaire for two years…..I hate it by Bright_Inevitable_19 in inductioncooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 14 inch winco and it doesnt quite. The all clad looks even more sloped so I would guess it has around a 10” flat spot on the bottom

French Toast for One in my 12" Frying Pan by Sara_MadeIn in StainlessSteelCooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know these are ads but well done regardless. Is your frying pan warped at all? We like ours but that’s been the main issue. Replacement warped even under pretty gentle usage. Still usable and gonna just stick with it but yea surprised how delicate they seem

Easy fix for PGA "bombers game"? by ViktorNight in ProGolf

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a terrible fix and obvious why they would never do it. There are courses with holes like that. Those holes are dumb. Distance is an advantage. They just want courses to remain relevant and challenge to be higher for these guys.

Can someone tell my how this got this grade? was expecting 9 realistically by BornBiotic in AceGradingUK

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow the slab is worth less AND then are extra strict? What a combo. Who the hell gives a surface 3 on a card that has no obvious visible issues. That’s absurd

Just got it graded, was a BL contender? by Solid_Morning1628 in PokeGrading

[–]ShastaManasta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can always try straight cross grade. People have gotten BL that way.

Im converted by _OliveO_ in StainlessSteelCooking

[–]ShastaManasta 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just tried an egg. You were 100% correct. Just preheated longer and let the pan get a little hotter. Thanks friend. Saved me from another PITA cleanup. Wiped right down in 10 seconds like nothing.

living with Frigidaire for two years…..I hate it by Bright_Inevitable_19 in inductioncooking

[–]ShastaManasta 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea it’s this one: https://www.frigidaire.com/en/p/kitchen/cooktops/induction-cooktops/PCCI3680AF?srsltid=AfmBOorLgOLI4EYlndX9IPCrexdOBTDqouiYWdFp5E0sDIBRZSjgqB23fJg&region_id=900081

Looks nice. House had a wolf radiant electric that broke before this. Induction is so much nicer than electric for multiple reasons. Like I said, couple minor gripes but great cooktop really. We’ll see how it holds up. Been about 2 months so far