Smashing BIN: Waking up at 3:30 AM Has It's Advantages with Kyle (@mcgrathcards)
What happens when preparation, routine, and opportunity all collide at 3:30 AM?
In this week’s episode of Smashing BIN, I sit down with my brother Kyle (@mcgrathcards) to break down the moment he smashed BIN on one of the most coveted Peyton Manning cards in the hobby—2006 Topps Finest Gold Xfractor /10.
We talk about:
- His early morning routine that gives him a BIN edge
- Why this card was the one he was chasing
- The psychology behind hesitation, excitement, and pulling the trigger
- What happens after a grail enters your collection
- Navigating value, sentiment, and “not for sale” mindsets
- The hunt for his next white whale: 2013 Gold Prizm Reggie Wayne
Plus, we hit on big recent BINs:
- Tyrese Haliburton White Sparkle PSA 10
- Caitlin Clark’s Prizm Throwback Auto
- Bo Jackson’s ’87 Leaf PSA 10
- Rory McIlroy’s SP Authentic Limited Auto after the Masters
This episode is about timing, instinct, and the pride that comes with owning something truly rare.
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