• When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.

Recent Pre-Code Purchases
41 41

Started by *paull*,

22,270 posts in this topic

fifties

fifties

Posted
Posted
On 12/4/2022 at 1:33 PM, Raze said:

Two years ago I saw this book at a local shop and didn't pick it up because of the $300 price tag. But today at a local show I found it at a different dealers booth with the original price tag of $300. The guy said he could work with me and offered it for $150 ( I went to his booth because a friend said it was offered to him for $150 but passed) so I asked to take the book out, he did and once I opened the book (cover detached and 90% split) he said $125, so I finished counting pages and made a lower offer and he took it.

 Ive always liked the cover but this title seems like its always going up. He also told me that it was a L.B.Cole cover? It looks nothing like a Cole cover to me.

I did pass on a book that has peaked my interest. Its Whiz Comics 154. Theres 20 blue CGC, none on or finished on ebay and OSPG says "Scarce"? and its first Doctor Death in this title and has hanging panels. Thats all I know. 

 I know the dealer so I can still get the book. My question is since Im a PCH fan like most here should it be in my collection, is it really a "scarce" book? Why would you want to own it?

Scan 2022-12-4 15.09.26.jpg

As previously stated, that is NOT an L.B. Cole cover.  He drew -I think exclusively- for his Star Publications.  

AFA should you get the Whiz Comics issue, it's strictly a personal decision.  You don't have to conform to any standard as a PCH collector. I have some unrelated to horror books just for the cover, some just for one story, etc.  If it peaked your interest, then maybe "scratch the itch", LOL!

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Raze

Raze

Posted
Posted (edited)
On 12/4/2022 at 5:04 PM, fifties said:

As previously stated, that is NOT an L.B. Cole cover.  He drew -I think exclusively- for his Star Publications.  

AFA should you get the Whiz Comics issue, it's strictly a personal decision.  You don't have to conform to any standard as a PCH collector. I have some unrelated to horror books just for the cover, some just for one story, etc.  If it peaked your interest, then maybe "scratch the itch", LOL!

Ive been taking to a friend about it and he said the same thing and gave me some prices on the book (whiz 154) plus I called the owner of the book and he will bring it to next weeks show and said he'd honor his offer price if it doesn't sell in his store by then.

I guess I didn't know anything about it and was curious as to what the story around it was if anything.

 Thanks

Edited by Raze
Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Popular Post
Paul © ® ⚽️💙™

Paul © ® ⚽️💙™

Posted
  • Popular Post
Posted (edited)
On 12/4/2022 at 9:33 PM, Raze said:

Two years ago I saw this book at a local shop and didn't pick it up because of the $300 price tag. But today at a local show I found it at a different dealers booth with the original price tag of $300. The guy said he could work with me and offered it for $150 ( I went to his booth because a friend said it was offered to him for $150 but passed) so I asked to take the book out, he did and once I opened the book (cover detached and 90% split) he said $125, so I finished counting pages and made a lower offer and he took it.

 Ive always liked the cover but this title seems like its always going up. He also told me that it was a L.B.Cole cover? It looks nothing like a Cole cover to me.

I did pass on a book that has peaked my interest. Its Whiz Comics 154. Theres 20 blue CGC, none on or finished on ebay and OSPG says "Scarce"? and its first Doctor Death in this title and has hanging panels. Thats all I know. 

 I know the dealer so I can still get the book. My question is since Im a PCH fan like most here should it be in my collection, is it really a "scarce" book? Why would you want to own it?

Scan 2022-12-4 15.09.26.jpg

 

On 12/4/2022 at 10:48 PM, comicjack said:

 

102_5452.JPG

I love this book. I hesitated on a 5.5 some time ago and have regretted it ever since.

I did manage to get a really nice 1.5 for consolation. For comparison I've included a 1.5 up now on ebay in the spoiler box. :insane:

Mine is way better I think. :cloud9:

image.thumb.jpeg.68f6424267ad472ce0834787cdde29a4.jpeg

Spoiler

s-l1600.jpg

 

 

Edited by Paul © ® ™ 💙 ⚽️
Link to comment
Share on other sites
Raze

Raze

Posted
Posted
On 12/4/2022 at 7:42 PM, Paul © ® ™ 💙 ⚽️ said:

 

I love this book. I hesitated on a 5.5 some time ago and have regretted it ever since.

I did manage to get a really nice 1.5 for consolation. For comparison I've included a 1.5 up now on ebay in the spoiler box. :insane:

Mine is way better I think. :cloud9:

image.thumb.jpeg.68f6424267ad472ce0834787cdde29a4.jpeg

  Hide contents

s-l1600.jpg

 

 

I think both of ours (1.5) present much better. 
Congrats on your copy!

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Paul © ® ⚽️💙™

Paul © ® ⚽️💙™

Posted
Posted
On 12/5/2022 at 1:47 AM, Raze said:

I think both of ours (1.5) present much better. 
Congrats on your copy!

Same to you, it's a nice book to have this one, just love the cover.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
fifties

fifties

Posted
Posted
On 12/6/2022 at 9:33 AM, LadyDeath said:

How about that body just laying there? Creepy!

Wow good eyes there!  I've had that book forever, and don't think I ever noticed the hubby/BF laying on the floor.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
LadyDeath

LadyDeath

Posted
Posted
On 12/6/2022 at 3:26 PM, fifties said:

Wow good eyes there!  I've had that book forever, and don't think I ever noticed the hubby/BF laying on the floor.

Yeah, easy to miss! I didn't notice it until analyzing the condition of the slab.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Big Brother

Big Brother

Posted
Posted
On 5/27/2022 at 3:00 PM, Paul © ® ™ 💙 ⚽️ said:

Just in. Low grade for sure, but I wanted a copy for now, as this book is getting silly price-wise.

Not too bad for the grade, and it's by Joe Maneely, total legend in comic book land. <3

 

a.jpg

b.jpg

Somebody please explain something to me: This comic is graded 1.0, almost at the bottom of the ladder. Why would you keep it in the slab? How much damage could you possibly do to it by READING it?? What is the point of keeping a book in lousy condition in a slab? It's already trashed! Seriously, why?

Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Popular Post
zzutak

zzutak

Posted
  • Popular Post
Posted
On 12/7/2022 at 2:25 AM, Big Brother said:

Somebody please explain something to me: This comic is graded 1.0, almost at the bottom of the ladder. Why would you keep it in the slab? How much damage could you possibly do to it by READING it?? What is the point of keeping a book in lousy condition in a slab? It's already trashed! Seriously, why?

I can think of a few different reasons, actually.  CGC certification/encapsulation generally makes for a quicker sale, often at a greater price (as a result of prospective buyers having more confidence that the book is free of restoration and accurately graded).  I personally would be comfortable purchasing this copy as a raw FAIR, but I'm certain there are other prospective buyers out there who would regard that grade as too high.  In many cases, the difference in market value between 1.0 FR and 0.5 PR is about the same as a premium six-pack.  In the case of an Astonishing #30, that difference is around $250.  Chicken feed for some, but a significant chunk of change for others.

You've already gone on record with your belief that certification/encapsulation of comics makes no sense.  Gotcha -- I'm certain others share your opinion.  (thumbsu  However, I'd encourage you to avoid allowing that negativity to color every contribution you make here.  Offered with only good intentions.  :foryou:

For what it's worth, I think the subject book presents extremely well.  :headbang:  If that book was in a Mylar sleeve, and I was required to estimate its grade based solely on its front cover, I'd probably call it a 2.5 GD+.  This book has all the blemishes/defects normally associated with "moisture damage" (cockling/rippling/warping. ink loss, tidelines, rusty staples, rust staining, a detached cover, mildew, etc).  But it is definitely not trashed.

That is all.  :hi:

Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Popular Post
Funnybooks

Funnybooks

Posted
  • Popular Post
Posted
On 12/7/2022 at 5:25 AM, Big Brother said:

Somebody please explain something to me: This comic is graded 1.0, almost at the bottom of the ladder. Why would you keep it in the slab? How much damage could you possibly do to it by READING it?? What is the point of keeping a book in lousy condition in a slab? It's already trashed! Seriously, why?

Your 1.0 trash is another collectors 1.0 treasure. Why judge someone who decides to encase their book?

Link to comment
Share on other sites
MrBedrock

MrBedrock

Posted
Posted
On 12/7/2022 at 4:25 AM, Big Brother said:

Somebody please explain something to me: This comic is graded 1.0, almost at the bottom of the ladder. Why would you keep it in the slab? How much damage could you possibly do to it by READING it?? What is the point of keeping a book in lousy condition in a slab? It's already trashed! Seriously, why?

Seriously? Why not?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
41 41
Go to topic listing