Uncle Fester

Thanks a bunch for the offer! Unfortunately I am in Wisconsin so a little too far to drive! Thanks to everyone else for your help/suggestions. The books would generally be for my collection, but I always think about their value as well when considering grading (mostly sports cards in the past). That being said, I have no plans to sell anything, so not in a rush and will no doubt send the books in question to a reputable presser even with the long wait since I really want them done correctly. I may try some quicker companies (or try myself) on some modern or cheaper books in the future. Thanks again and please keep the suggestions coming if there are more. I really appreciate the resource that our fellow collectors are!

Hello all, I have a handful of semi-key/key books (mostly bronze age) that I would like to submit for grading, but they should really be cleaned and pressed. I have seen some very well respected pressers mentioned on these boards as I don't want to go with CCS, but most of them seem to have pretty long turn around times as well. Can anyone suggest some pressers you trust that have decent times (maybe around a month, but the quicker the better). Thanks for any info. I am pretty new to pressing and grading. I have gotten my own cheaper style press, but want to definitely practice a ton more and with cheaper books before I try myself. Thanks again!!

Hello all, I have an ASM 300 that is graded CGC 7.5 restored (minor color touch). What would your thoughts be on sending this for the TM signing? I don’t have any other copies and it would be cool to get his sig on it. Would it potentially increase the value of the book? Should I crack it out prior if I do send it? Thanks for any insight!!

I think it is kind of like an indent, but doesn't seem to break the color. Would probably have to pull the book out again to take a closer look. Maybe it could be pressed out?? Thanks

Another pretty nice book. Possibly a little nicer than the ASM 134 I also put up. Both have some spine ticks, but nothing huge from what I can see. I really love the artwork on this cover and the colors are amazing. Thanks again!

Pretty nice book from what I can tell. Thanks for your opinions!

Thanks @grendelbo! Does anyone else have thoughts on this book? Thanks again!

I don't think either of the other 2 issues with the Shanna MVS would match the back. Still unsure if it makes sense just to have an actual stamp with the book, but it won't be the same.

I thought about the loose MVS. Are you talking about getting another she-devil MVS from another book or one from Hulk 181? If from another book I imagine the back would be different, but maybe having it complete is more important? Thoughts?

Thanks so far for the grade opinions. Since CGC treats tape like it isn't really there and that piece (if actually missing) is pretty small, does anyone think it would lower the grade even further, or would a piece that small missing still have the book in the 3.5 range? I would just hate to lose the piece of the book in transit/press/grading when I still have it and could keep it attached. Thanks again!

Let's keep the PGM requests rolling with a big book that unfortunately has a few issues. As you can see from the pics, the MVS is cut out so definitely a qualified grade. Certainly needs a C&P to help it a little. The tear on the top right corner is hanging on by a thread. Should I put a little tape on the back of the cover at this grade or just send it in and hope it stays connected?? Also a decent sized "dimple" on H in Hulk on the cover, not sure if a press would help that. Back cover has a small rip. Otherwise, it is complete. Still happy to have any copy of this book. Thanks for your opinions!!

Hello all. This looked like a pretty nice book when I picked it up. Issues I can see are standard spine ticks, the color breaking bends on the front cover (bottom right), and the browning of the covers. The book is complete and the cover/pages are not overly brittle. The pages are actually decent color, but again the insides of the covers are somewhat browned. I will try to get some closer pics of the four corners of the back cover when able, but hopefully you can make a decent determination with what is there. Thanks as always!!

Decent book here. It is complete and solid. Some chipping/small pieces missing on the cover, color breaks, and as always probably could use a C&P to maximize grade. Thanks for your opinions!!

I think it is, but would have to get it out of storage again. I didn't notice it when I was taking the pics, but when I was looking at them for this post I did notice it as well.

Hello all, This is a rough one to say the least, but it is a complete copy of DD 1 so I am happy to have it! Obviously tons of issues including tape, color touch and writing on front cover, rusty staples and tears. The cover does seem to be attached, but I am very careful when looking at it of course. Is there any way that this can get above a 0.5? Will CGC give a blue label with such a low grade book even with the color touch? I think it is probably too far gone and fragile for any try at a clean and press, but experts, please let me know if I am wrong on that. Thanks for your thoughts!!

Hello all, Here is another one I recently picked up. Definitely needs a C&P. Book is complete and everything attached securely. Thanks!

Hello again all. This one has kind of standard wear and tear to it as far as I can tell. Certainly could use a C&P. The biggest thing is the little bit missing on the right side of the front cover. Almost looks like some small animal got at it. Also a small piece missing on the top corner of the back cover. Otherwise, the MVS is intact, and it is complete. Thanks for your grades!

This book is complete but has a few issues other than normal wear. I see slight rust on one or both staples and unfortunately someone made a writing intent on the back of the book. I don't see the pen/pencil actually on the book, but looks like maybe they wrote on another piece of paper when it was on top of this book. Bummer, but not much I can do about it. Definitely could use a C&P. Thanks for the opinions on grade!

Hello again. Please give me your opinions on this book. It definitely needs a clean and press and it looks like quite a few of the "bends" that are on the book should come out with the press. If you would like closer pics of any part of the book please let me know and I will try to take them. It seems like there are not too many free image hosting sites that work well and you can only attach so much data to the post. Thanks in advance!!

Thanks all for your grade insights so far. Here are some closeups of the staples. Maybe very slight rust on one/both of them, but I might have to take a look at it again with a magnifying glass to confirm. They don’t look bad to me but of course I am no expert. Thanks again for any more insights anyone has!!

Hello all! Long time lurker, first time poster! I recently picked up some key books from a friend and will post some PGMs of them over the coming weeks/months. I would like to start with my ASM 129. It seems like a decent book, but the main issue I see is the fairly heavy foxing on the covers. If I am missing anything else please let me know. Thanks for all of your help and insights! This forum has been a wealth of knowledge!