The Sledder

On 12/21/2023 at 5:08 PM, 707comics said:

I see I missed the cutoff by a short period of time. @The Sledder if you will accept my tardy submission it will be as follows. If not, no worries, I understand.

Seeing as how I haven't updated the last few entries...welcome aboard!

I'll start the update now. 

And we are closed to new submissions!  
 

I’ll do my best to get the final update done tonight and we can figure things out from there. Thanks!

Just under 90 minutes until the cutoff.  Any last-second takers?

We are about 36 hours away from the cutoff.  If you want to join the fun, time is running out.  Thursday is the last day.

Going from memory, I think @SpideyFein and @Haupia are some notable omissions.  Joining the festivities this year?

On 12/19/2023 at 2:38 PM, ADAMANTIUM said:

@The Sledder a couple of questions  :

1) Usually, the raffle starts day after Christmas, but is now that following Saturday?

2) The Video for ranking will be posted a week before, on Saturday, which you call Christmas Eve? 

Christmas Eve is this Sunday afaik, so just some clarification?  when you have time, I guess I can wait to see how it plays out  

Questioning me?  Calling me out in public?  You'd better believe the elves are gonna hear about this. 

1) The raffle tends to happen the first free day I have that is likely to have good participation.  When I took over the raffle, I tried to aim for the first Saturday after Christmas.  That was complicated when Christmas was on a Sunday last year, but I happened to be off the following Monday, so it worked reasonably well I think.  This year, I won't be available to run this thread until the following Saturday.  It generally takes a solid 4-hour block (or longer) of focused attention to keep things moving.  If someone wants to step up and run the live raffle thread this year (), I could be persuaded to change the date to whatever works best for them. 

2) Perhaps you're mistaken.  If you go back and read the first post, you'll find I made no such error.  I'll be awaiting my apology. 

 

 

 

On 12/14/2023 at 9:29 PM, Azkaban said:

 No no it didn't bother me I just meant I won't post so many updates, come on elves pick me first  for once 

I'd say this doesn't help, but I guess I don't remember who has been first pick each year.  Maybe they did plead. 

Let's look at 1st picks:

2022 - @THE_BEYONDER

2021 - @greggy (Legend has it he was tempted to pick his own box as a prize but when everyone thought he was going to Zig, he Zagged.  @Ryan. picked up the scraps in the #2 spot)

2020 - @Barth

2019 - @WEBHEAD

2018 - @Shadow Images

2017 - @loboagain

2016 - @Turtle

Did any of you make any under-the-table deals with the elves? 

The list is now up to date!  As of now, we are less than a week away from the cutoff.  If you want to join in the fun, find an offering and post it before December 21st.    Time is running out!

On 12/11/2023 at 8:59 PM, ADAMANTIUM said:

 Looking forward to opening with y'all though, and wondering if I do a "one gift early on Christmas Eve?" Does anyone want me to do a video to see my ugly mug?

On 12/7/2023 at 11:28 AM, ADAMANTIUM said:

I'm trying not to count chickens before they hatch, as I want to be "helpful and not a deterrent..."

I've got a list of 12 that made a placeholder post, but that I could tag for a reminder, I just don't want to do it TOO SOON or have it get in the way as a pestering event  

Anyway, 2 of those 12 mentioned being busy or out of town until the end of week, so it being Wednesday I guess I could wait for tag and friendly reminder.

If I can help, I had the time to make myself useful if needed  

@The Sledder

I'm all for friendly pokes to people who may be interested.  Let's not try to bother them if they aren't interested, but I'd hate for someone to accidentally miss out.  The more the merrier!

On 12/7/2023 at 10:57 AM, Azkaban said:

I was just trying to keep this thread at the top 

I won't next year 

Don't be that way!  I was just razzin' ya.  I appreciate the updates. 

And we're up to date again on the first page (2nd post).  Check out all the new offerings.  Still about a week and a half to post something if you want to get in on the fun. 

On 12/6/2023 at 11:07 PM, Azkaban said:

last pic I promise  …

 

…I'll try to get a better pic inserted tomorrow 

On 12/2/2023 at 11:16 AM, stormflora said:

Are newish members allowed to join in? If so, although I'm not as wealthy as most people here, I can offer to send out a bunch of extras that I received in my lot purchases. It'll be a bundle of duplicate Tom & Jerry comics that I have, as well as some other extra stuff you'd never expect.

That's the best that I can do, as someone who is a new, small-time, low-grade collector. USA/CAN shipping covered. Let me know if that is permissible.

If it helps to vouch, this is my eBay profile: Feedback Profile (ebay.ca)

You know it's me, because I'm literally the only guy buying up all of the Tom & Jerry comics on eBay and talking about it day-in and day-out here 

 

Hello! 

You're welcome to participate.  I will just encourage you to really consider whether or not you're in.  In the past, we've had one or two newbies who have claimed an item and then disappeared without sending their offering out.  It really puts a damper on the event, though we do have some amazing people who tend to step up and pick up slack created by others so no one is left out.

As with any transaction here on the boards, proceed in good faith and you'll find yourself among friends. 

You all are testing me this year.  LOTS of posts with multiple pictures, which is always challenging.  I'm going to take a little nap.  While I do, feel free to check out the first page for the updated offerings list. 

The offering post is updated on the first page! 

@skypinkblu Are you joining the festivities this year?

On 12/1/2023 at 5:23 PM, William-James88 said:

@The Sledder just wanted to give a shout out in case you still need extra help

 

Much appreciated! 

Ok all, I'm back.  As promised, the first update has been completed.  Please check out the 2nd post on page 1 for the list of current offerings.  Please also drop a line either here in the thread or via PM if I got your shipping preferences incorrect. 

Some really great offerings already!  I can't wait to see what else we get. 

Such good stuff already!

I'll mention that "reserved" posts for offerings will generally end up in an item getting skipped.  Feel free to drop memes or tag people in this thread all you want...the more the merrier!  When it comes time to post your offering, please make it a new post.  This makes it infinitely easier to track items. 

Thanks!

 

On 11/17/2023 at 8:00 PM, Namtak said:

I dont see the raffle sign up

Want to participate a third year ,so much fun!

Now's your chance!  It's live!

On 11/17/2023 at 11:34 PM, skypinkblu said:

Did I miss the raffle, too? Or is it not up yet?

It's up!

On 11/20/2023 at 9:12 PM, Ares said:

I was away for a while and missed the signed up. I am ok with that.

is there going to be a Raffle this year as well?

 

You could be the first to join!

As a quick heads up, my first update will likely be delayed.  I'll be doing some traveling and won't be back until mid next week.  Please don't let that stop you.  Feel free to post your offerings.  I'll get them updated upon my return. 

 

The Raffle is Live!

RAFFLE SELECTION FORM LINK

 

Lot #1 donated by @CHASEnBLUE

12 Slabs of Christmas (US Shipping Only)

Lot #2 donated by @s-man

Mystery box full of goodies!!   (Note: US and Canada only)

Lot #3 donated by @greggy

Usual box of stuff I don't want anymore. 

Lot #4 donated by @toro

CGC ASM #318 9.4 Newstand (US only)

Lot #5 donated by @ADAMANTIUM

Deathstroke annual 1993 Original Art page, with "Slade" (Deathstroke) mentioned. R.I.P. Steve Erwin creator Deathstroke. Ship U.S.A. and Canada only.

Lot #6 donated by @WEBHEAD

The Walking Dead 5 Death of Amy CGC 9.4

Lot #7 donated by @shadroch

You choose a Taschan coffee table book-  Amazing Spiderman, Fantastic Four or The Avengers.  Due to the size, this will be free domestic shipping only. Anyone outside the lower 48 states will be responsible for paying the shipping.

Lot #8 donated by @HighRadArt

I'm in again for another mystery box.  US only since my mystery box last year was around 75 lbs.

Lot #9 donated by @Namtak

Mr. T, X-23 Slab, TMNT, Star Wars, and Marvel Figures + Mystery - (US/Canada Shipping Only)

 

Lot #10 donated by @ashsaytr

$50 Amazon Gift Card

Lot #11 donated by @Poekaymon

Semi-Mysterious Box (US Shipping Only)

Lot #12 donated by @fmaz

Six DC Digests from 1981-83, pair of Marvel Illustrated books from ‘81, & FF Whitman softcover from ‘68

Lot #13 donated by @fmaz

Bruce Timm Batman Beyond sketch 2002 SDCC - clipped from sketch book

Lot #14 donated by @Ron C.

one larger Mystery Box. It will include at least one or more of each of CGC slabs, original art and Silver, Bronze, Copper and Modern books (with perhaps a few more things).  Shipping to US or Canada only (weight may need to be based on location though). Customs might also need to be considered to Canada.

Check original post for updates

Lot #15 donated by @sckao

Available internationally although it will probably weigh less than the U.S. version.

Lot #16 donated by @Ares

Semi Mystery Box (Free Shipping to Canada. USA and Elsewhere we need to work something out)
 

 

Lot #17 donated by @Ryan.

One donation, in three parts, shipped wherever.

Lot #18 donated by @ThatNerdyCanuck

Original Golden Age Script written by KEN FITCH

"I Hated the Man I Loved" 

Written for FOX FEATURES SYNDICATE!

Lot #19 donated by @Shadow

5 Bronze Age Justice League books (#109 8.5ish, #119 and #120 VG 4.0, 121 and 122 8.0ish), all 7 issues of JLA Incarnations, JLA Our Worlds at War #1, all 12 issues of JLA Year One, and all 6 issues of Secret Six (2006). The more modern books should be 9.2 or better.

Lot #20 donated by @Barth

Image Comics - God Country #5 - CGC 9.8 - Spawn Month variant 

Lot #21 donated by @WolverineX

Offering a sealed copy of the 2024 Overstreet Guide (Hardcover, Frazetta's Death Dealer Cover) US Shipping Only

Lot #22 donated by @William-James88

Mix of trades/hardcovers pictured below. Will ship to US and Canada and will include Canadian chocolate bars.

 

Lot #23 donated by @SpideyFein

Ultimates Cobra Commander, unopened 

NES- T&C Surf Design complete in box. If you know, you know!

Lot of 6 cool books, all nice- ASM 365, Spider-Man 2099 1, Hulk 181 reprint, New Age 1, Venom 1, TMNT 1 (2nd series)

Lot #24 donated by @KirbyJack

Mystery Box o' Bronze

Lot #25 donated by @Bluemedgroup

8 books.  The Phantom Lady is a high quality reproduction.  The Night Watchman book is signed by one of the authors, sorry I couldn’t stop him in time 😂 US shipping only.  

Lot #26 donated by @Cocomonkey

MMMS mystery box -- that's right, Mutants, Mohawks, Mullets, and Spandex!

 

Lot #27 donated by @Motor City Rob

 A partial Mystery Box of Bronze Age Horror

 

Lot #28 donated by @comicginger1789

$50 sent via Paypal Friends & Family

 

Lot #29 donated by @1Cool

Mystery box which will be tailored to the taste of the picker

Lot #30 donated by @cms1

Magik sketch cover by Mike S Miller

 

Lot #31 donated by @stormflora

A bundle of duplicate Tom & Jerry comics that I have, as well as some other extra stuff you'd never expect.  (US/Canada only)

 

Lot #32 donated by @FigaroToe

TPB/Graphic Novel set (including a rare Aliens Salvation hardcover)

 

Lot #33 donated by @B2D327

A mystery box that’ll include at least 1 CGC graded comic (US only)

Lot #34 donated by @seanlinc

I will offer up some freshly graded early bronze age goodness. Avengers #99 CGC 8.5

 

Lot #35 donated by @Axelrod

Axelrod's Materialistic Weasel Award

Remember to announce "I am a Materialistic Weasel" when you select this prize!  And good luck!  (Sledder's note: We're going to insist the winner follows the rule. )

 

Lot #36 donated by @Azkaban

Mystery box and because it's usually more than one box US only 

 

Lot #37 donated by @Turtle

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles-themed Mystery Box (US/Canada only)

It'll be light on individual issues, but it will have some reading material and at least 2 figures from 2 different toy lines.  Plus whatever other odds and ends I can put in there.

 

Lot #38 donated by @jas1vans

9 Walmart Exclusive covers, 10 lenticular covers shipped anywhere in US or Canada. VF or better.

 

Lot #39 donated by @jas1vans

7 Moon Knight first series (26, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33) all in stages of VF. Shipped to US or Canada.

 

Lot #40 donated by @randostoyz

A medium size Priority Mail box that will include some HC / SC trade paperbacks (see pics) and I will fill the rest with mixed mystery comics. U.S. shipping only

 

 

Lot #41 donated by @jlouque

My contribution this year will be a mystery box including comics valued at $50. US Shipping.  I could do international shipping if the recipient agrees to pay anything over $20 of the shipping cost.

 

Lot #42 donated by @143ksk

Allen Bellman original Submariner sketch

 

Lot #43 donated by @DougC

The Ghost of Christmas Slabs Cometh!!!

 

Lot #44 donated by @wombat

Frazetta/Magazine mystery box. I may or may not share some details. US Shipping.  Will cover the first $15 internationally.

 

Lot #45 donated by @SeniorSurfer

Toys and Ornaments (US Shipping Only)

 

Lot #46 donated by @unclezebo

Vol.'s 1-9 of the old Official handbook of the marvel universe and a George Perez Portfolio and maybe some extras depending on the room left in the box. US & Canada only please.

 

Lot #47 donated by @speedcake

Nth Man: the Ultimate Ninja complete series in high grade.  A really fun read IMHO

PLUS a mystery box component with some fun stuff including more sweet comic books and comic related goodness.

 

Lot #48 donated by @aszumilo

Batman The Killing Joke 11th print -  CGC 9.4

 

Lot #49 donated by @Senormac

A little of everything

Lot #50 donated by @mytastebud

9.8 CGC graded Cryptic Writings of Megadeth 1. Very cool cover celebrating a well-known metal band formed right here in Los Angeles, Ca by the legendary David Mustaine. US and Canada only.

 

Lot #51 donated by @AlexH

Mystery box. Might contain comics, signed books, art, but no monkeys this year. 

 

Lot #52 donated by @skypinkblu

Wonder Woman #86, CGC 3.0 

Free shipping in the U.S. outside the U.S. I'll pay the first $15 of shipping. 

Please try and get me your full name and address the same day if you pick this item as your prize.

 

Lot #53 donated by @Kramerica

Kramerica's Happy Festivus Gift: Moon Knight #21 & 25 Both CGC 9.6 with White Pages. A Festivus Miracle!   Winner splits with me if overseas

 

Lot #54 donated by @Readcomix

Semi-mystery box

 

Lot #55 donated by @Comics4All

A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Mystery box of goodness! U.S. Only 

 

Lot #56 donated by @fastballspecial

I'm going with a Bronze/Copper/Modern Mystery Box. Shipping paid anywhere in US shipped in Med Flat rate box. Will ship to Canada, but buyer pays shipping - US rate so I'll pick up first $15 of shipping. 

Lot #57 donated by @oldmilwaukee6er

Star Wars: Doctor Aphra Read N Play.  US & Canada shipping.

 

Lot #58 donated by @Chaz G.

Doctor Solar: Man of the Atom #23 CGC 8.0.  New Teen Titans v2 #1 CGC 9.8.  Shipped to the US & Canada

 

Lot #59 donated by @JazzMan

A set of 3 Marvel coloring books from the early 80s and 2 Marvel activity books from the 70s!  Shipped worldwide.

 

Lot #60 donated by @comicparadox

Comicparadox Holiday Raffle Box.  US Only

 

Lot #61 donated by @Dormian

My raffle prize is stack of 5 or 6 graphic novels.

 

Lot #62 donated by @spidermanbeyond

Box of Misfit Toy/Comic Books (CGC Rejects): 1. Star Wars BB-9E Talking Action Figure (Mint in Box),  2.  5 - Comics - 9.8 CGC Rejects , 3.  2 -Misc Misfit Comics. See pictures. Shipping only within the US.

 

Lot #63 donated by @Lifesuggs

Walking dead mystery box.  shipping to US, will cover $15 international with added help if you live in a country with really strange customs laws and forms

 

Lot #64 donated by @grendelbo

Mylites/Halfbacks.  Shipped anywhere Prime delivers in the US.

 

Lot #65 donated by @707comics

Spider-Man magazine focused lot