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[MattTheDuck]

On 4/3/2023 at 7:28 AM, Robot Man said:

Cool! Very hard to find GA out in the wild anymore. Pretty sure I would have come home with the other FH lower grade ones as well if the price was right.

Wonder what else was in that OO find? 

I tried (and failed apparently) to channel you at the Market.  Went through the 3 or 4 boxes of books that were around (almost all Modern), looked through stacks of regular magazines for something "mis-filed," and so on. No GA or SA books at other booths and not a robot to be found.

The other GA books were $20 - $40.  I paid $35 for the Wambi which was by far in the best condition of the perhaps 20 books he had.  The problem I have is not being too sure if a price is "right."  It's hard for me to spend $20 on a "trashed" book, but maybe I need to re-evaluate and stop worrying about that as we're not talking all that much money in the aggregate.

I left my contact info with the booth and urged the guy to get in touch with me.  He said they're at this Flea Market once a month.  He and his partner do a lot more than comics - it's not a focus.  Here's another item I picked up from a different vendor just for fun.

 

Edited April 3, 2023 by MattTheDuck

[davidpg]

Picked these up at a thrift store yesterfay afternoon, sitting in the case at the cash.  There were a dozen or so bice photocover westerns that I decided to leave behind.  Keeps you wondering what else is left sitting out there in the wild still...

[Robot Man]

On 4/3/2023 at 7:55 AM, MattTheDuck said:

I tried (and failed apparently) to channel you at the Market.  Went through the 3 or 4 boxes of books that were around (almost all Modern), looked through stacks of regular magazines for something "mis-filed," and so on. No GA or SA books at other booths and not a robot to be found.

The other GA books were $20 - $40.  I paid $35 for the Wambi which was by far in the best condition of the perhaps 20 books he had.  The problem I have is not being too sure if a price is "right."  It's hard for me to spend $20 on a "trashed" book, but maybe I need to re-evaluate and stop worrying about that as we're not talking all that much money in the aggregate.

I left my contact info with the booth and urged the guy to get in touch with me.  He said they're at this Flea Market once a month.  He and his partner do a lot more than comics - it's not a focus.  Here's another item I picked up from a different vendor just for fun.

 

Sometimes a “trash” book for $20. Is still a steal. Condition, although very important, can sometimes be trumped for the right books within reason. Personally, I would have left the Wambi at $35. Not a very exciting title to me. But if it speaks to you, it’s a win win.

Cool DD nightlight. Especially if it works.

Oh, never just give them your number. Always get his and maybe give him a call before the next show to remind him you are interested in other books or to find out if he will bring others. 

[MattTheDuck]

So, basically I did everything wrong.  You kids at home, you stay in school.

[Robot Man]

On 4/3/2023 at 6:14 PM, MattTheDuck said:

So, basically I did everything wrong.  You kids at home, you stay in school.

You did nothing wrong. If you are happy and it works for you, it’s a good day. I just approach things in my own way.

By the way, watch for the Portland Expo show in July. I heard they are vastly expanding the outdoor part then. Might or might not be an opportunity…

[jayhawker]

I found a Kevin Nowlan sketch cover at a garage sale for a dollar a week and a half ago

[STORMSHADOW_80]

A couple nice pick ups this week. My motivation for the Joe lot was the listen n fun tripwire as I didn’t have him in my collection yet. The OO toy seller also had vintage Star Wars but they were priced out of my range.

[littledoom]

On 4/10/2023 at 1:07 AM, STORMSHADOW_80 said:

A couple nice pick ups this week. My motivation for the Joe lot was the listen n fun tripwire as I didn’t have him in my collection yet. The OO toy seller also had vintage Star Wars but they were priced out of my range.

 

Is that ASM 1 the golden record reprint? 

[STORMSHADOW_80]

On 4/10/2023 at 4:06 AM, littledoom said:

Is that ASM 1 the golden record reprint? 

It is! I didn't think it would be at first, but sure enough i opened it when i got home and was ecstatic. Its the big winner of the bunch. 1st Sinestro has hole punches.

Edited April 10, 2023 by STORMSHADOW_80

[FoggyNelson]

On 4/3/2023 at 10:55 AM, MattTheDuck said:

I tried (and failed apparently) to channel you at the Market.  Went through the 3 or 4 boxes of books that were around (almost all Modern), looked through stacks of regular magazines for something "mis-filed," and so on. No GA or SA books at other booths and not a robot to be found.

The other GA books were $20 - $40.  I paid $35 for the Wambi which was by far in the best condition of the perhaps 20 books he had.  The problem I have is not being too sure if a price is "right."  It's hard for me to spend $20 on a "trashed" book, but maybe I need to re-evaluate and stop worrying about that as we're not talking all that much money in the aggregate.

I left my contact info with the booth and urged the guy to get in touch with me.  He said they're at this Flea Market once a month.  He and his partner do a lot more than comics - it's not a focus.  Here's another item I picked up from a different vendor just for fun.

 

Thanks for the size comparison, it is sometimes hard to get the proper perspective ‼️👍

[Namtak]

2 good find for video games in fleamarket this weekend  ff2(4) complete in box with manual and map poster included

Edited April 11, 2023 by Namtak

[ADAMANTIUM]

On 4/10/2023 at 8:12 PM, Namtak said:

2 good find for video games in fleamarket this weekend  ff2(4) complete in box with manual and map poster included

Did you pay sticker price? I'm impressed at commitment! Has it become worthwhile for you to set out for grading yet? There hasn't been enough video game posts, there used to be a card area, but is there also a gaming area?

Edited April 11, 2023 by ADAMANTIUM

[Namtak]

On 4/10/2023 at 9:28 PM, ADAMANTIUM said:

Did you pay sticker price? I'm impressed at commitment! Has it become worthwhile for you to set out for grading yet? There hasn't been enough video game posts, there used to be a card area, but is there also a gaming area?

Yes paid sticker price,was priced for me was put aside for a few months until i had money to pay,was suposed to be a bit pricyer than that for others,still its in canadian money lol.

No havent sent video games to cgc yet ,i am preparing for it tho,maybe at the end of the year who know!

Havent checked much on the card thread yet thought it was more for pokemon and magic cards

[ADAMANTIUM]

On 4/10/2023 at 8:35 PM, Namtak said:

Yes paid sticker price,was priced for me was put aside for a few months until i had money to pay,was suposed to be a bit pricyer than that for others,still its in canadian money lol.

No havent sent video games to cgc yet ,i am preparing for it tho,maybe at the end of the year who know!

Havent checked much on the card thread yet thought it was more for pokemon and magic cards

I'm glad you're able to get out and make the trip, and that it turned profitable too. Congrats 👏🎉

[Dave2739]

On 4/10/2023 at 9:35 PM, Namtak said:

Yes paid sticker price,was priced for me was put aside for a few months until i had money to pay,was suposed to be a bit pricyer than that for others,still its in canadian money lol.

No havent sent video games to cgc yet ,i am preparing for it tho,maybe at the end of the year who know!

Havent checked much on the card thread yet thought it was more for pokemon and magic cards

Right, that CAD price translates to about $12.73 in real dollars. Somthin' like that.

 

 

[BuscemasAvengers]

Picked up two '87 and two '90 Topps complete sets, as well as an '89 Donruss. Some of the highlights in the top loaders already. $50 CDN.

[Greengiant]

Won a couple of books from an estate sale and picked them up over the weekend. Now I have to determine who I can sketch on the Darkchylde: Redemption cover.

[Robot Man]

On 4/11/2023 at 11:02 AM, BuscemasAvengers said:

Picked up two '87 and two '90 Topps complete sets, as well as an '89 Donruss. Some of the highlights in the top loaders already. $50 CDN.

My older daughter has these sets and more from this era. Are they worth much? I thought due to the over production of cards during this period, they were essentially worthless. 

[BuscemasAvengers]

On 4/12/2023 at 12:31 PM, Robot Man said:

My older daughter has these sets and more from this era. Are they worth much? I thought due to the over production of cards during this period, they were essentially worthless. 

Not much value unless you can hit the GEM 10. Not why I bought them.

[comicginger1789]

Marketplace find (only because I don't have any flea markets within 3 hours of me and yard sales aren't quite happening yet where I live)

I figured $4 a book all in shipped to my door was a good price to take a gamble on 35 or so books. The closer up pics I was provided show these to be in Fine or better shape too, which I am happy about. Plus, there are about 15 books I have no clue what they look like so I shall enjoy a few surprises when they arrive!