newshane

I know. I have a customer waiting.

Reholder seems to be taking forever these days. I had one come back after 6 days a few months ago. Now I'm sitting at three weeks in...

As far as I know, they only encapsulate comics, magazines, and concert posters. He could call the CGC and ask them if they would encapsulate it. I doubt they would, but perhaps they wouldn't turn down the money if there was someway to profit from it. I will say that I've never seen or heard of it being done. I don't see why anyone would want it done. I'd prefer to have the piece professionally mounted and framed at an art store. If the OP is interested in encapsulation and grading, the services for which CGC is best known, I recommend buying a "blank cover" and having the artist work on a comic-sized canvas. You will need to arrange to have a witness handle and submit your book. I recommend reaching out to Rich_Henn or dscott - both of them are regulars on the board and have numerous references. Do a search for them or send me a PM for more information. If the OP will be at the show, he can arrange all of this at the CGC booth. But the 11X17? Nah. Have it framed and put it on the wall. Enjoy it for what it is. Blank cover comic commissions verified by the CGC are a whole 'nother world. The good news is that they are generally cheaper than 11x17s. I suggest reading the CGC webpage. Explore and learn what services are offered...browse the forums for examples...and just soak up some knowledge before diving in. The number one mistake made by newbies is to approach this end of the hobby with high expectations, little experience, and too high a willingness to blow too much money. At least that's how I jumped in. I wish I would have found these boards first. Good luck and welcome to the boards.

Short answer? No.

This is actually one of the worst materials to use for storage. I've written extensively on the topic. If anyone is interested in learning the results of my research, they can read all about it by clicking on the spoiler tags below. I've used a ton of professional sources to write an article on comic storage materials and methods. I hope you enjoy the read.

...and a reach-around.

FOR SALE - one copy of Uncanny X-men 266 in CGC 9.8 Universal Grade with white pages. Slab was received by me today freshly graded and encapsulated by the CGC. Nearly perfect wrap on this one - a rate feat for this issue. Overall, a very nice example. 1st full appearance of Gambit. $325 VIA PAYPAL SOLD! Free priority shipping to the USA included in the asking price. While I'm usually up for offers, please do not ask me to deal on the price with this particular comic. DISCLAIMER - this book was pressed by the CCS.

I went to eat at a crappy Chinese Buffet today for lunch. My fortune cookie said: The purpose of argument should not be victory, but progress. I laughed and thought about this thread.

MY BRAIN! WHAT ARE HAPPEN?!

All I can say right now is... I'm hungry all of the sudden... with all the talk about sausages sauteing in beer, Dr. Pibb, and all of the popcorn...

Yes. This isn't his first rodeo.

Ever heard of the second law of thermodynamics?

I'm not sure it's board policy (I will check), but it's generally frowned upon. I do know that it's breaking PayPal rules if you advertise an extra charge for using their service. If they catch you, they take down your account. Just FYI. It's a cool book! GLWTS!

I will look into adding a rider to my home insurance. State Farm has been fantastic over the years. I've been rolling with CIS for the last few years because it seemed like a cheaper, legit option. Everyone here has always backed them up...until now. Disconcerting to say the least. My only advice is: READ AND UNDERSTAND YOUR POLICIES!

Disappointing to hear. And it's renewal time to boot.

Yep. I elected to pay it. At the time, he never did signings, and I didn't think he would do many more. I always had a "price-no-object" attitude towards completing the Spawn run, so it was part of a larger sickness for sure. As with nearly any corner of this hobby, or any other, now that I think about it, one can save a boatload of cash with a little patience. It was a risk I wasn't willing to take at the time. Hindsight is too easy. As much as I hate the cliche, it is what it is. In full disclosure, I was offered a little salve to ease the burn, but since it involved spending even more money, I elected to pass. Getting the books done was truly thrilling at the time...I remind myself of that feeling every time I look back. But it was an expensive feeling. ha

I feel such shame for buying three at that price.

I don't think Jae will be a "scumbag" at all. I've directly inquired about a sketch via CGC and he was nothing but friendly, if a bit tardy, in response.

Lots of misinformation in this thread. I've done extensive research on this and all of the conservationist and institutions I found recommend the use of Mylar.

It's been that way for the last 200 pages or so. I'm amazed that people are still offering advice to someone who already has everything figured out.

Thanks for the info! I haven't been keeping an eye on the prices because the book is already in my "black hole" collection. No interest in selling. The prices may be deflating a bit thanks to the availability of the book on the market.