The-Collector

You're jealous of a grumpy letter? Yeah.

Anyway it is an awesome letter. I am very jealous.

Not that he wouldn't write a letter. He wouldn't sign anything or do interviews. I did laugh when he created his own signature block, like the signature wasn't clear enough. Steve Ditko Steve Ditko What I was hinting at is that by responding to the letter he has engaged in a class of conduct which is very similar to that which he is saying he would not do.

I like that he wrote you a letter essentially saying he could not write you a letter.

(thumbs u Definitely. On the other hand, some of the "un-bundled"/loose copies I got in this same lot are actually pretty nice (i.e., in the VF range). But the copies still tied up in the bundle--at least at the top and bottom of the stack--are a mess, it's true (not sure about the ones in the middle). Still, I plan to leave the whole damn thing as-is. I think it's cool that it's stayed that way for over 40 years...so why disturb it, y'know...? So cool!! I love finds like this.

Daaaaammmmmnnnn! Nice haul! +1 Just wondering if you sourced most of those books in one lot or over a period of time? Very impressive haul.

Excellent books. Great price and super fast shipping at a discount!!!

I am glad to see this thread is still kicking. Hopefully it will last until the market adjustment and then we can see who was correct.

Favorite hero: batman (though it appears I collect ASM go figure ) Favorite villains: red skull and galactus

This thread and Matt and Kenny's before and after thread. Also the antique/ flea market finds oh and the full restoration thread and don't forget this week back from cgc and the sales thread.... Hang on a minute this entire forum is AWESOME.

+1000000 I am waiting with bated breath.

...until the second WD 1 10.0 shows up... 'mint' I was joking. Sarcasm translates poorly on the interwebs.

Haha and now we are at five and counting. But poor fellow, never want to see anyone lose money. The first WD 1 10.0 now that would be a safe investment...

Also what is the story with NM 98? Seems like people are referencing a single infamous sale. If you are tell me about it!! Please. I am avid for gossip.

Why? To flip it of course! Silly Actually, I am sure there are people that are convinced that we have not reached the peak yet. So why wouldn't they buy to flip. I imagine you asked the same thing when it was $1000 ..... Silly. You are missing the point. Someone has to be buying it from the 'flipper.' Therefore, to ask the question again and in another form, is this the perceived 'real estate' of the comic book industry? They just keep buying and selling, because the price will 'NEVER' fall, right? If that doesn't say speculator hype to anyone here, nothing will. BTW, to answer a PM, I am only 35, nowhere near 50! Kind Regards, 'mint' I like MINT.

Or it could be one stupid buyer with an agenda like the one guy did with NM's 98. I think there are more HG copies of Hulk #181 than Spawn #1. God Wolverine is an over rated tool bag character. Plus he is Canadian. what is the story with NM 98?

Yea, first appearance of a major character.. Seriously though, scummers! Holy cow!!! Green means it is on sale, take out a line of credit and buy six!!!

I always liked these two.

looks like you have until 2013..

I think the true test is what do you expect to be the value between when you own it and when you might want to get rid of it. I think there's a whole class of collectors who only really think about what the book's worth now and whether that matches their desire to own it currently. For instance, if I had waited 30 years, I could've snagged a higher graded copy of New Teen Titans #1 for less money that I paid 30 years ago. But I think the $5 extra I spent was worth the time I've had it to enjoy. I would agree. However, judging by what the original poster asked; I think he or she may be interested in long term financial value as well. There are plenty of items I own that I just buy without any regard for the future collectivity of the market or the item in question (example: the newer Nintendo 3DS XL system and NEW Super Mario Bros. 2). I wanted to play the game and wanted the newer bigger sized system. I could care less what it is worth in the future, because as a video game dealer I already know. It will never be worth more than what I payed for it now; and most likely if I sold it in the future, I would take a 'bath' on it. It is an entertainment device, and I know this. That being said, I bought it without hesitation. The individual poster more than likely does not want to get 'hosed' on their purchase; over the long term. I can't say I blame him (or her). This item has been selling for an 'obscene amount' for some time now. It also has all the warning signs of being speculative (newer manuafctured item that accelerates in price way too fast). Just my opinion. This is another one of those scenerios where 'time will tell.' Experience tells me that anyone wanting to buy should wait until AFTER the show loses steam and goes off the air; and then strike a year or two later; if not more. Respectfully, 'mint' Thanks mint. I am looking at purchasing a large run of back issues and can see my money going down the crapper. But I am buying them for personal enjoyment so a small loss would be ok. But noone ever wants to take a bath on stuff. Also I am male and excuse all my spelling errors typing on a phone is difficult.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi_Company#The_Mississippi_Bubble I know what it was.... Oh.. Not sure I understood your comment then.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi_Company#The_Mississippi_Bubble

it is directly tied the number of threads started about Walking Dead... and now we're one closer... UH OH...

GoT!!!

Will it crash? Is this another south sea bubble, tulip mania or missippi company? or no bubble at all? I'm trying to be devil's advocate...