Action Figure Authority (AFA) was formed due to the large amount of over grading that exists in the action figure market. This over grading only brings problems and frustration to its collectors.

Dealers, collectors and investors of action figures have no universal standard by which to judge. They all use their own definitions and standards to grade items. One mint c-10 item is completely different from another. Until now!

AFA's employees will never buy or sell AFA graded action figures. We feel this would be a conflict of interest and impossible to maintain our unbiased approach.

AFA is committed to meet or exceed the action figure markets unique requirements while promoting a healthy and fun environment for all.

To best serve the needs of the action figure hobby we will work steadfastly towards these goals.

• giving the collector the advantage by revealing each action figures true characteristics, thus promoting the healthy growth of sight unseen purchases of action figures.
• to gain your trust and respect.
• to create a consensus that AFA's grading standard accurately reflects the input of all collectors and dealers.
• to promote interest in the collecting of action figures by the safe and enjoyable purchasing of AFA graded figures.

listening... to the collector and dealers.  We strongly value your opinions and suggestions to make our company better. We encourage you to contact us, so together we can make AFA the best 3rd party grading company it can be.

consistency and accuracy... in every grade we assign. Figures submitted are evaluated by professional graders incorporating a strict standard that insures each individual figure submitted is fairly graded based on its physical condition only, regardless of value or age.

unbiased treatment... of its customers. AFA follows a set of procedures that ensures each carded action figure will be graded without prejudice for/against its owners. AFA has No financial interest in your figure, eliminating any bias in the final grade assigned.

confidentiality... We maintain the strictest confidentiality with our customers, never releasing their information to anyone without their approval.

customer service... We are meticulous in our approach to customer service, observing the highest standards of honesty, integrity and ethical conduct. AFA will always give the customer prompt, courteous and efficient service.