comicwiz Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 There is a guy on Craigslist in my area who has want advertisements everywhere. I emailed him to see if he'd had any offers. He said he's still looking and that he's been looking for like 2 years! It's always good to find out how much your competition is willing to pay. There's a guy local to me whose also been looking for close to 3 years, but he's only wanting to pay $100 tops. The problem is most of the vintage comic racks I'm seeing pop-up are $150 and up (one guy in Ottawa is standing firm on a HEY KIDS COMICS! version for $300, and the ads been running for over 6 months). So buddy's probably going to still be looking 5 years from now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yecul Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 At least you're finding them and have a shot. I saw one in an antique mall. It was full of drek. Contacted the buyer. He gets tons of questions about that, but it's NFS. I picked up a map display spinner rack a few pages back and am customizing it. Not ideal, but I like how it's turning out. And, I "found" it which is more fun. I'd still rather find a real comic spinner rack, but who knows if that'll happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monster's Lair Comics Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I found mine (supes/spidey/archie, white top 4 sider) through Craigslist. I always search in my area, and the two cities north and south. It took 2 years, but I got mine for $80. They come up from time to time. Bad thing about finding them at antique malls and antique shows is that they are always used to sell drek. Last guy I talked to says he averages about 100 bucks a month in drek sales off his rack (antique show, 1st Monday in Canton, TX). So I understand why they don't sell the spinners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrwoogieman Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I found mine (supes/spidey/archie, white top 4 sider) through Craigslist. I always search in my area, and the two cities north and south. It took 2 years, but I got mine for $80. They come up from time to time. Bad thing about finding them at antique malls and antique shows is that they are always used to sell drek. Last guy I talked to says he averages about 100 bucks a month in drek sales off his rack (antique show, 1st Monday in Canton, TX). So I understand why they don't sell the spinners. Blind them with nostalgia, and sell the drek! Brilliant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabcom Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 (edited) Thanks for the responses to my price question. I bought mine, a little rust at the top but squeak free, for $150. Edited March 14, 2013 by tabcom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicwiz Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 I found mine (supes/spidey/archie, white top 4 sider) through Craigslist. I always search in my area, and the two cities north and south. It took 2 years, but I got mine for $80. They come up from time to time. Bad thing about finding them at antique malls and antique shows is that they are always used to sell drek. Last guy I talked to says he averages about 100 bucks a month in drek sales off his rack (antique show, 1st Monday in Canton, TX). So I understand why they don't sell the spinners. Pretty much what I've been doing, except for the drek part because you can kiss the model of repeat customers good-bye if you don't supply them with good material. And the reason why I'll never sell mine. (thumbs u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catrick339 Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 I've used mine (Hey Kids! Comics!) at several shows in the Midwest, selling dollar books or $5 books with great success. It always involves a bit of chat while I explain that I thought HARD before deciding not to oil it. The OVERWHELMING consensus is that the squeak is an integral part of the spinner rack, LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkham Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 I loved the idea of a spinner rack. Didn't have the spare 7k though... http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1939-DC-Comics-Superhero-COMIC-BOOK-RACK-/350226315990?pt=US_Comic_Books&hash=item518b1d7ad6&_uhb=1#ht_2153wt_936 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicwiz Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 I loved the idea of a spinner rack. Didn't have the spare 7k though... http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1939-DC-Comics-Superhero-COMIC-BOOK-RACK-/350226315990?pt=US_Comic_Books&hash=item518b1d7ad6&_uhb=1#ht_2153wt_936 That's what's referred to as a standalone rack, and I've never seen another one like that particular one. The tin signs on each pocket of the great GA titles is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkham Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Ha.. yeah.. No spinning function = not a spinner. Didn't think that one through. HAD searched for spinners and got that in response.. but either way, I am still a big bell end right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaded Savage Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Is this a custom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger Topher Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Look what I got... ... for $10!!!! Apologies for the crappy picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kaptain Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Is that from a bookstore, like Borders or Barnes and Noble? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catrick339 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Is this a custom? (Shakes head) Tch. Marvel comic rack full of Savage Dragon. That's just wrong.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger Topher Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 Is that from a bookstore, like Borders or Barnes and Noble? No, someone had it in their home. I was at the person's house checking out toys and comics that they were selling when I noticed the rack. I asked if it was for sale, and sure enough it was. When the person told me they only wanted $10 for the spinner I almost fainted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Half-Gringo Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Picked one up a few yrs ago in 'Bama with the intention of using it but now in the garage; took a few pics with some of my fave books though. Didn't sell at the last garage sale so if anyone is around the NE FL is looking for one, drop me a PM. Thanks to the boardies for the great pics and stories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loukayza Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Bump since I just missed out on a decent one within an hour drive on Craigslist for $100, but I'll keep on looking... Looks like the eBay price is normalizing around $300, even for the 70's/80's era stands... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicwiz Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Love the standalone. Not sure if you ever noticed, but the Superman is a different image than the one used on the tin topper for the spinner rack version (both 4 and 5 sides spinner versions) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicwiz Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Is this a custom? I'd seen that tin topper for a standalone rack (like the one in the image) some years back. The tin sign was in rough shape though, otherwise I would have bought it. I don't think it's a custom, but it's in such incredible condition that it makes me wonder if it's been restored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
