Pboned

On 12/7/2022 at 2:23 PM, W16227 said:

Well - the notes are normal for older books - but you also need to take a good look over the book to see if you like that book with the specific defects in that grade....  

 

example - same age book - 9.2 grade I just got back 

 

Comic Description:
Fantastic Four 49 4/66 Marvel Comics

Grader Notes:
light tanning interior cover
light, multiple crease front cover breaks color
very light wear all corners

now - these defects are very light - but some might see the tanning and skip/ not pay top dollar for the comic based on this specific defect. 

 

 

 

That's true. Everyone has their own likes/dislikes. 

 

 

On 12/7/2022 at 2:16 PM, W16227 said:

 

What is also concerning is this specific seller has also sold this book 2x already,,,,,   ( cgc certs match) 

 

 

I actually mentioned that to him. He stated the last 2 people fell through with paying. When I was watching the last auction, I had a feeling that someone was just bidding to raise the price. Not sure if it was the owner of the comic or someone else to mess around with possible buyers.

On 12/7/2022 at 2:01 PM, thehumantorch said:

Not sure what your question is.  Assuming you're asking if the comic is graded correctly:

I see some damage to the top right corner and a very small tape pull.
Spine looks very nice and the corners look pretty good.
I might go with 9.2 based on those defects but I do see what looks like large, numerous horizontal creases around the Four in Fantastic Four.  The apparent creases worry me, they may be an optical illusion but the book may have been pressed incorrectly and reverted or something else is going on.

I also see several comments about poor communication and he didn't reply to those comments.  While his feedback isn't awful that's a moderate concern.   I want to deal with a seller who communicates well and replies to negatives and tries to address problems, especially when buying a book like this.

Looking at the seller's items sold and items for sale I see nothing recently sold or for sale that's worth anywhere near the value of this book.  That's not necessarily a concern but it does make me wonder if the seller is selling a bunch of cheaper items to set up a large scam.

I also see he's posted pics of the four corners of this book.  Perhaps he does that for every graded book he sells, not a bad idea, or perhaps he knows the book has reverted and he's doing it to cover his arse and make it harder for the buyer to return this book.

I'd pass on this book.  

 

 

I appreciate all your information.

I've never bought a older book (Mostly Modern books), I wasn't sure if the grader notes were bad or normal for this type of book. I also seen his previous reviews and was wondering why for the negative reviews and lack of comments.    

On 12/7/2022 at 1:19 PM, Funnybooks said:

pics would help

Just posted ebay link, sorry

Hello,

I'm looking at purchasing a Fantastic Four #48 CGC 9.2 WP. The grader notes state the following. I'm not sure if these grader notes are normal for this type of book? What are your thoughts?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/325441640958

Grader Notes

Right Center Front Cover Small Tape Pull Breaks Color
Right Top Front Cover Small Crease Breaks Color

Good to know!

Thank you for the info! I'm gonna hold off on this one I think lol.

Hello,

I was thinking about sending this in to CGC to have pressed/cleaned and also graded. What do you think it would grade at afterwards?

Thank you for your help!

2 minutes ago, djpinkpanther67 said:

Yes

Thank you!

On 8/15/2019 at 4:30 PM, Dr. Love said:

Yeh you're welcome, friend.  I dig em too, they're not as stiff as mylar but just as shiny and protective and soooo much cheaper.

These work fine with current CGC Slaps? Just wanted to make sure before I ordered some.

On 6/26/2019 at 7:16 PM, Pboned said:

John Carpenter will be at Keystone Comic Con, August 23rd - 25th.  

@Kevlar are you accepting comics for this?

John Carpenter will be at Keystone Comic Con, August 23rd - 25th.  

13 hours ago, Catwomancomics said:

I literally saw this today. May 17th-19th in Huntington Beach CA.  Ed Brubaker will be there Saturday.

https://ncsfest.com/

Thank you! 

51 minutes ago, Rich_Henn said:

Add actionstuff  to your block list

I've never had to file a claim before---so this was a first for me.

I purchased two cps of Chilling Adv. of Sabrina #1 from seller actionstuff last week.

From the beginning, I requested to pay a little more for shipping via USPS Priority in a box or gemini mailer.

The seller only uses Media Mail, and mailer envelopes.  I was concerned about damage in the mail---almost any time someone ships me something via media mail it arrives damaged.  The seller assured me that she's never had an issue and that she uses enough cardboard to protect it.

The pkg arrived today damaged, both books with huge corner crunches.  I filed a request to return the books, provided pictures of the books and the pkg.

Her response was to claim that these were not the books she sent me.  I'm trying to escalate this through ebay, I'm surprised that the seller would really dispute this over a $15 sale.

I suppose I should never have stepped out of my comfort zone and purchased with someone who only uses media mail.

 

Ouch man. Hopefully eBay handles this swiftly for you.

On 1/3/2019 at 3:40 PM, Rich_Henn said:

Detective Comics #1000 (1940's Bruce Timm variant) s/s Bruce Timm, Tom King, Joelle Jones, Dustin Nugyen, Paul Dini, Doug Moench, etc. - $175

Keep in mind, people cancel shows all the time, signing ops can change show to show---however, minimum five signatures 

blue universal optional - $80

1) Taxmick1  Inv. 3572

2) MultiSig Mike  Inv. 3574

3) ArcaneMallard  Inv. 3571

4) Ron C.  Inv. 3573

5) mbatko_8  Inv. 3575

6) Jking3437 Inv. 3582 Bruce Timm only

7) osukid81  Inv. 3587

8) Robert_L  

9) MDR123 

10) wamh0416  

11) Drbearsec  Inv. 3597  

12) NY Bonanza Inv. 3606

13)

14)

15)

Nice looking book

After you break it down that way it's not worth trying to CGC it. I'll just keep it and maybe look to buy a version already graded. 

Definitely a learning experience. 

I appreciate everyone's comments too, ty.

Was wondering if I could get some opinions on this comic cover. If its worth while to send in for grading. I don't think a press will help because it looks like a issue during production. 

You mainly notice these lines from the side. 

Does anyone know where Ed Brubaker will be for a signing?

On 2/15/2019 at 12:44 PM, Rich_Henn said:

Detective Comics #1000 (Midtown Mattina "damned" Virgin variant) s/s Mattina, Doug Moench, Tom King, Joelle Jones, no less than 5 signatures - $255

print run 1500 cps

Ten (10) spots

1) Taxmick1

2)

3)

4)

Hey @Rich_Henn, when's the deadline for this book?

I pmed you @Rich_Henn

I found that the first appearance is in Black Panther #4 in 1999. Is this the only one? If Winter Soldier becomes White Wolf, will they make another comic for his 1st appearance or use this book?

Thanks!

Ah ok. I was trying to do some research before I attempt to buy a comic lol. Do certain ones hold more value or are more rare?

Hello,

I was wondering how many different cover variations of of Thor #337 there is? I've seen 2 so far.

One with a bar code in the bottom left corner and another has spiderman?

Thank you!

I appreciate the information from everyone. Do you guys have a preference for this comic?

I'm new to collecting comics, so I apologize in advance if this is a stupid question.

On " The Amazing Spider-Man #361" first appearance of Carnage. The bottom left of the book, one issue has a barcode and another has 30th anniversary of spider-man. I believe the earlier prints came with the 30th anniversary image, the other came out later on when they shipped to stores ect.

How much does this matter for collecting? Is one more rare than the other?

Thank you!