Ok it's not that bad.

I will never forget the reaction my local comic shop owner gave me when I first asked to see his collection of golden age Batman and Detective Comics he had for sale. He looked at me as if I had just landed a UFO on his front yard. He proceeded to explain that he had not a one and hadn't had any for quite some time. I asked if he could take my phone number down and call me if he came across any. This was 8 years ago. I have not received a call.

Over the years, the internet has made it easier to find these elusive comics, but the fact remains, there are just not that many out there. The set I spend the most time searching for is my Detective Comics 27 - 200. Currently I have 67 issues. A good start, but it is becoming increasingly harder and harder to fill holes from missing comics. Obviously some of the issues carry a heavy price tag, but others just are never for sale. According to the census, some issues have only single digit numbers certified. As rewarding as collecting is, it is also equally frustrating when I am able and willing to spend money but can't find anyone who will part with a piece of their collection.

Oh well. The hunt is still the most exciting part.

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