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[A-DONIS]

Glad it all worked out

[Dork Buzz]

This is one of my favorite books too, many of the books that were shipped to retailers had scuffing on the back that took the black off the back cover. That's what was explained to me in reference to the low grades. Apparently is was poor production.

That's just what I heard.

[nriccijr]

Gotcha.....good to know! The sigs are so perfect that I was pissed that I would have to start again with the book and they are always cancelling

[bigcbass]

In honor of Aquaman's appearance in Batman v Superman

 

[seanfingh]

 

That ink color looks sweet on that book!

[starlord86]

Do you guys perfer the photo variants to be signed or more significant books. Example: a chris evans signed civil war #1 or a chris evans signed civil war prelude book that probably isn't very good. Asking cause I'm new to this and want to get into it but don't want to water money on getting something stupid signed. Like I saw a cool photo cover of thor I was gonna get hemsworth to signed buy I'm not a big fan of the actual comic itself. I find myself in this dilemma alot when I'm thinking about what to get signed. Thanks

[seanfingh]

Do you guys perfer the photo variants to be signed or more significant books. Example: a chris evans signed civil war #1 or a chris evans signed civil war prelude book that probably isn't very good. Asking cause I'm new to this and want to get into it but don't want to water money on getting something stupid signed. Like I saw a cool photo cover of thor I was gonna get hemsworth to signed buy I'm not a big fan of the actual comic itself. I find myself in this dilemma alot when I'm thinking about what to get signed. Thanks

 

I think there are great books on both sides of the discussion. It is hard to argue against a really nice high grade photo cover.

 

But there are times where I like to have the celeb sig on the first appearance of the character or other significant issue:

 

 

 

There is no right or wrong answer - more personal preference

[whitelanthawkeye]

Do you guys perfer the photo variants to be signed or more significant books. Example: a chris evans signed civil war #1 or a chris evans signed civil war prelude book that probably isn't very good. Asking cause I'm new to this and want to get into it but don't want to water money on getting something stupid signed. Like I saw a cool photo cover of thor I was gonna get hemsworth to signed buy I'm not a big fan of the actual comic itself. I find myself in this dilemma alot when I'm thinking about what to get signed. Thanks

 

It's 100% personal preference I think. Also cost is the signature. I'm willing to play around more and have fun with a guy who's sig is $40 versus $200. Example: I put Milo Ventimiglia on a Edge of Spider-Verse #1 (Spider-Man Noir cover). I might be one of the few people who knows or cares why I did it, but for a guy like Chris Evans, I personally am not willing to go with any cover.

[nriccijr]

For celebs I usually only go with a Photocover (Comic or mag) or a logo cover with a lot of blank space for a cast signed book. I don't like when sigs get lost in the background. I usually buy multiple copies of the same book, look up the celebs signature, and test different spots/colors. I have OCD when it comes to this stuff

[MedicAR]

Do you guys perfer the photo variants to be signed or more significant books. Example: a chris evans signed civil war #1 or a chris evans signed civil war prelude book that probably isn't very good. Asking cause I'm new to this and want to get into it but don't want to water money on getting something stupid signed. Like I saw a cool photo cover of thor I was gonna get hemsworth to signed buy I'm not a big fan of the actual comic itself. I find myself in this dilemma alot when I'm thinking about what to get signed. Thanks

 

I think there are great books on both sides of the discussion. It is hard to argue against a really nice high grade photo cover.

 

But there are times where I like to have the celeb sig on the first appearance of the character or other significant issue:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There is no right or wrong answer - more personal preference

 

You know, it's funny. I don't like the Aquaman book above. No offense, it's just not a book I would have had done or have interest in. The owner is happy and that is all that matters.

 

Oddly, I don't care much for the Star Wars book but really dig the Cap with Winter Soldier. There's nothing wrong with it, it's just not my cup of tea and I'm sure I have some that others would feel the same way about.

 

As for selection of a book, I have some weird criteria and given the subject of discussion and those participating, that's saying something!

 

I am looking for a great cover image, something representative of the character but that still has an area where signatures are likely to stand out. Photo covers are generally good but Marvel screwed that up with the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. photo covers on every title except one related to S.H.I.E.L.D. It made me nuts. I really dislike the god-awful Batman vs Superman covers with the ripped image appearance across the faces, making it tough to find a good book for the Gal Gadot signing. Frankly, I don't care about the interior of the book at all as it doesn't really matter. If the book is slabbed, I'll never see the interior again which is why I like a good representative image.

 

There was initially only the single photo cover for Chris Evans which I just thought was goofy looking. Thankfully, there have been more since. I couldn't tell you the first thing about the interior of any of them, that isn't why I bought them, I was only picking up the cover image. Just go with something that you think looks good and has a chance at a grade you're happy with.

 

On a loosely related note, I like to keep comic talent and Hollywood talent separate. It's fine to have celebrities and it's fine to have creators but I want them on their own books as they rarely have anything to do with one another. I do own exceptions to this rule but I bought them that way rather than having them done. Again, it's all personal taste.

[MedicAR]

For celebs I usually only go with a Photocover (Comic or mag) or a logo cover with a lot of blank space for a cast signed book. I don't like when sigs get lost in the background. I usually buy multiple copies of the same book, look up the celebs signature, and test different spots/colors. I have OCD when it comes to this stuff

 

That's some impressive OCD!

 

I like a nice space but have stopped short of getting sketch blank. They generally seem barren with only signatures. But there are those that prefer it, so if they're happy, it's all good.

[bigcbass]

You know, it's funny. I don't like the Aquaman book above. No offense, it's just not a book I would have had done or have interest in.

 

[MedicAR]

You know, it's funny. I don't like the Aquaman book above. No offense, it's just not a book I would have had done or have interest in.

 

 

You like it, that's all that matters. I'm sure I have some in my collection that several here have scratched their heads at.

[starlord86]

 

This is a pretty cool one, not sure if the story is good

[MedicAR]

 

This is a pretty cool one, not sure if the story is good

 

This is a cool cover plus it's part of a group of covers by the same artist, each featuring a different movie version of an Avenger. It would work if there are more signings or if you're just after a single sig.

[MedicAR]

Oh, and no idea on the story. Does it even matter?

[starlord86]

Well I kinda think so, what would be the point of getting that vs a print of that photo you know. I'm a very indecisive individual if you haven't noticed hahaha

[comix4fun]

Well I kinda think so, what would be the point of getting that vs a print of that photo you know. I'm a very indecisive individual if you haven't noticed hahaha

 

 

Because one is eligible for the standard CGC SS program for comics where the book is graded and certified and having a picture certified with no grade. As well, I don't know of any licensed prints the size of that photo that have been released, making your own print would enter you in the "bootleg" arena.

 

 

[starlord86]

I was getting at a comic vs a poster, 8x10 framed photo etc.

 

I know there was a captain america and thor covers done not too long ago that was like artwork. I'll look for em tonight, I believe they were avengers titles

[nriccijr]

If it helps I will be getting this magazine signed by Thor as well. It is nice and big, plenty of negative space, and has everyone's photo! Also it was free so you can get them super cheap on eBay and pick out a minty one!

 

Edited March 22, 2016 by nriccijr