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Loose in-between waxy pages. For me, there is no value in having the gum continuing to degrade inside a NM mini comic. V/R, Mike

Roger that...so many decisions in comics are personal! V/R, Mike

I agree with your comments. Yes, the Bubble Funnies was cheap, surprisingly so, but I did pay more for the sealed record. You are right, without unsealing it, you can't know the actual condition. And I know the Mylar will last forever, but the plastic likely degrades and may damage the contents. I would also worry about the gum attracting critters... V/R, Mike

Hello! Just curious, I know when a bagged comic is submitted to CGC, they take the comic out and throw away the bag. But what about comics with other items of possible value, like records, loose cards, etc.? I recently bought one of the mini Spider-Man comics (Amazing Spider-Man, Bubble Funnies, In the Clutches of Doc Ock (1981)) still sealed in plastic wrap and the gum inside. I took off the plastic, removed and threw away the gum, and put the mini comic in Mylar with a fullback. I just purchased Amazing Spider-Man, The Mark of the Man-Wolf (Book & Record Set) (1974), and it's still in the plastic. Looks absolutely perfect, but I am thinking of removing the plastic to store the comic in Mylar and fullback, and tucking the record into its own bag (but keeping them together). What do you think? I purchased the comic/record for my personal collection, so my interest now is storage for the long-term. My focus is high-grade Spider-Man comics from ASM to guest appearances, up through about 1990 and ASM 700. V/R, Mike

Hello, Just curious if there is interest for Shi items. I have a small pile of Shi comics, all the original series, and many signed by Tucci. These are unread, and NM+ copies. Plus, I have a bunch of the early Ash Cans, 1-5, I think of the original series. I really liked the cover art back then, so I picked them up. Finally, I purchased the initial Shi uncut card sheet. I need to look it over, but it should be in great shape as it's in the original shipping container. Anyway, I'm cleaning out some of my stuff to make room for my real comic passion, which is Spider-Man (at least the ASMs up to 700 and related titles, one-shots, and guest appearances (generally 1990 and earlier)). If you're interested, I will figure out how to post pictures and list the items. Otherwise, I think I'll try my luck with eBay or find someone else to sell them. Bob Storms has sold a ton of books for me... Have a great weekend. V/R, Mike

Thank you all for the feedback. The software and the technology keeps moving so fast now...scanners for barcodes for newer books, etc. Crazy stuff. I think I'll look more closely at CLZ and CB. V/R, Mike

Do any of you use store-bought software products to track you collections, like Comic Collector? I have been making my own spreadsheets for years. I would love to have software which includes the issues of regular titles, variants, etc., plus price updates, etc. Also, love to be able to add in my own cover scans. V/R, Mike

Thank you much! The site was cool. I focus on older Spider-Man stuff, so these are awesome! V/R, Mike

Why are these all Spider-Man minis? I thought the set included six characters? V/R, Mike

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Can you post the pics of ASM 121 and 122? Thank you! V/R, Mike Oops, looks like I missed it...

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Mine! Yeah me! Thank you...

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Fun and Games #1 CGC 9.6 $75 Super Heroes Games and Puzzles #nn CGC 9.6 $50 per PM. Thank you~!

Oops...sent it to the wrong person! Re-sent to you. V/R, Mike

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What about LEDs?

Thank you Jeff for a great Spidey appearance (DD 77) shipped fast. V/R, Mike

Curious...why do so many of you display expensive or beloved comic books in the light? I've never understood this. I suppose it's OK with expensive and UV protected holders, but it's so easy to print out a nice color copy of a favorite comic. With a printed copy, who cares what happens to it, and you can still enjoy the cover. Shouldn't comics be stored in a dark, cool, relatively dry, and pest free room? Just wondering... I am a collector who really enjoys Amazing Spider-Man issues in high grade, and I have never displayed a copy in the light. I put them in a Mylar with a full back or send them for CGCing. All the best and Merry Christmas! V/R, Mike

What condition do their comics come in? I can't fin any reference to new comicgrades,and I shot for NM raw for new and most variants. V/R, Mike I get my monthly comics from them and they always arrive it great shape. VF, NM, NM+ WHat does "grat shape" mean?

What condition do their comics come in? I can't fin any reference to new comicgrades,and I shot for NM raw for new and most variants. V/R, Mike