jaeldubyoo

Although I am loathed to admit this, this is exactly what happened to me, I bought multiple copies of ASM #200 and it didn't go anywhere, so by the time #300 came out, I only bought one off the shelf.

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It's hard for me to understand why so many prefer shelling out money for current comics when there are lots of good old comics available for the same or less money.

In, please.

Sometimes you need to adjust your expectations. Maybe you can "settle" for a nice presentable Fine instead of NM. Or get more recent runs instead of the more expensive older issues.Or wait for the right price instead of getting it now.

You have a gift for understatement.

Just got back from seeing. it. It was epic. Can't wait to see Part II.

IBTL

CGC should either package the case(s) in such a way that it doesn't get damaged or don't use those cases. I understand CGC has no control over how the packages are handled by the shippers, but if they can't package the cases in such a way to prevent those type of damages, then they have no business using those cases for magazines. It's a business decision.

The problem with scans is that light creases, especially in white areas, often cannot be seen in the scans. Just looking at the scans, it's looks better than 9.2. But CGC notes that there are light creases. As long as the fibers aren't damaged along the creases, they probably can be pressed out. You need to look at it under magnification at different angles.

I'd tell her, "My wallet says $10.00." Honestly, I don't really think it's worth as much as what it's going for. Luckily I have a few. Maybe I've been collecting for a long time and have become jaded. I just have images in my mind of those countless copies languishing in the bargain boxes all those years.

I blame Overstreet.

Right now, those that have it, rejoice. Those that don't, sour grapes. And there are those who really don't care.

Get it out of the bag ASAP. The bag is far too small. Looks like you're trying to fit a Silver Age comic into a current bag. Don't leave it in that bag. Unless you want to press the ripples out later.

On the DC list?

I may be wrong, but I think the previous owner who had it graded probably already considered a press prior to submitting, especially with a book of that significance.

Are you referring to the strip of the back cover showing in front? It's called a miswrap. It shouldn't affect the technical grade, because CGC considers it production related.

I don't think you'll be able to get those people to step into a comic shop, no matter how well-lit, clean, and organized your shop is. Some people are perfectly content to order TPBs off Amazon or order digital. A lot of readers do not enjoy the experience of going to a shop like most of us. The internet has changed the way a lot of people get their comic fix. All you can do is try to make the experience enjoyable for those that are likely to go to a shop.

I'm not looking to sell everything, but most of what I've accumulated. I intend to keep what I really want. Most of what I have I have no emotional attachment to. Even then, I have multiples of a lot of issues. How much do I really need? I'm a collector, not a dealer. I don't need the "stock." I've been a hoarder. Up to now, with the years creeping up on me, I haven't been willing to let go. It's time.

But I'll have the memories. I have over 14,000 comics. I intend to keep just a few hundred. I can't see paying for storage for things I no longer need or want.

As a Baby Boomer, I’m ready to cash out. Maybe I’m being naïve, but comic movies have nothing to do with my desire to sell off most of my collection. I don’t care whether or not comic movies will continue to make money. Yes, I understand that comic movies may affect the value of some comics. But at this point, it really doesn’t matter. Of course I will keep those few comics that are near and dear to my heart, but I’m ready to let most of them go. It’s time for me to let go. It’s certainly not because I think comic movies will or will not continue to be as popular as they are now. Bottom line-I’m ready to cash out because I’m getting older.

Can't be too dead if this thread is 77 pages.

But mine's bigger.