Illustrious Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Paid $400 for this about 2 1/2 years ago and no I did not rip anyone off. It's a lengthy story if anyone wants to hear about it. $400 for a Bat #1, yes I'd like to hear that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plady69 Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 (edited) Knew that, sucks, huh! I think the Timelys did the same thing at the time... Marvel Mystery #17? comes to mind... Edited December 13, 2013 by plady69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electron Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electron Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Here's my copy. I had to go purple to get a nice looking one.Not that I mind,I actually like restored comics. Mid to high grade blue labels are out of reach for me,and even if I built a war chest by selling off part of my collection I don't think I'd be comfortable putting so much into one funny book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.A.tor Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Here's my copy. I had to go purple to get a nice looking one.Not that I mind,I actually like restored comics. Mid to high grade blue labels are out of reach for me,and even if I built a war chest by selling off part of my collection I don't think I'd be comfortable putting so much into one funny book. that is a pretty one for sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electron Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 You should know.. And thanks again for helping me give this one a permanent home. (thumbs u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ameri Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Captain Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? The eye appeal definitely trumps grade for me, although a combo of both is nice. I actually like books with detached, non-taped covers a lot. They grade low, but can have fantastic eye appeal. Beautiful book, Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Knight Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 (edited) Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? A beauty of a 2.0 Ben! I was lucky enough to witness that purchase at SDCC 2-3 years ago I'm glad you listened to me by purchasing the book. I knew it would cost a lot, but well worth it now. As to your question, I'd rather have a lower graded copy with strong eye appeal Edited December 13, 2013 by Dark Knight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? The eye appeal definitely trumps grade for me, although a combo of both is nice. I actually like books with detached, non-taped covers a lot. They grade low, but can have fantastic eye appeal. Beautiful book, Ben thanks George Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? A beauty of a 2.0 Ben! I was lucky enough to witness that purchase at SDCC 2-3 years ago I'm glad you listened to me by purchasing the book. I knew it would cost a lot, but well worth it now. As to your question, I'd rather have a lower graded copy with strong eye appeal thanks Brian. And, yes, we have both been present to witness each other's acquisitions at SDCC . I always seem to buy a big book whenever we hang out at cons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Here's my copy. I had to go purple to get a nice looking one.Not that I mind,I actually like restored comics. Mid to high grade blue labels are out of reach for me,and even if I built a war chest by selling off part of my collection I don't think I'd be comfortable putting so much into one funny book. looks really clean Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Knight Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Ok, here's my current (and second copy I've ever owned) copy. There's a story behind every book and here it is as I was told: Mary was given 3 comics. She stored them at her parents house. She just discovered that one of the 3 comics was an original Batman #1 from 1940...Mary was a young (20 yrs?) lady traveling in Alaska. A male aquaintance asked her if she liked magazines. She said yes and he gave her 3 comic books. Batman # 1, Fight Comics #5 and Jumbo Comics #15 (all around same time period). Mary took back home to Washington state and stored them away. When going through her parents estate 40 years later she rediscovered the comics. After CGC and stopping briefly through two dealers, I acquired the book Wonderful unrestored copy Ben! and a good story too! Yes, fantastic copy Ben thanks fellas. Has to be one of the best looking 2.0s out. I've seen higher graded copies with far less eye appeal. So what does one prefer more--higher grade less eye appeal or lower grade more eye appeal? A beauty of a 2.0 Ben! I was lucky enough to witness that purchase at SDCC 2-3 years ago I'm glad you listened to me by purchasing the book. I knew it would cost a lot, but well worth it now. As to your question, I'd rather have a lower graded copy with strong eye appeal thanks Brian. And, yes, we have both been present to witness each other's acquisitions at SDCC . I always seem to buy a big book whenever we hang out at cons That is true It should be a tradition whenever we are together Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne-Tec Posted December 14, 2013 Author Share Posted December 14, 2013 I did buy this one a couple months back, and it has plenty of eye appeal Great looking copy Bill. (thumbs u I know that Batman #1 is your favorite book, as it is mine, and I'm curious... What is it about this issue that makes it so special to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne-Tec Posted December 14, 2013 Author Share Posted December 14, 2013 Jerry Robinson copy purchased in 2012 from All Star Auctions. The spine is completely split, but I love it. Jerry Robinson had three copies, and GAtor got the best copy as usual. I'm going to keep this until I die or go senile, whichever comes first. The historical significance of your book being a "Robinson copy" is pretty special. Pretty remarkable to own a copy that was saved, owned and read by the Joker's co-creator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne-Tec Posted December 14, 2013 Author Share Posted December 14, 2013 (edited) You'd be surprised. I bet there are dozens of boardies that own a bat 1 (or more than one) With blue 3.0ish copies currently sniffing 50K a pop. I would not hesitate to call it offending to own MORE than one copy of Bat1. This book is not for hoarding. only pic I could quickly find....most Ive owned at one time recently was 5...here are 3... Impressive. Rick, do you have a better pic of the Robinson copy? Edited December 14, 2013 by Wayne-Tec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.A.tor Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 I'm probably never scanned the Robinson. Cgc 3.5 blue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne-Tec Posted December 14, 2013 Author Share Posted December 14, 2013 I'm probably never scanned the Robinson. Cgc 3.5 blue Blue? I thought the 3.5 SS pictured above was the Robinson, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.A.tor Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 I'm probably never scanned the Robinson. Cgc 3.5 blue Blue? I thought the 3.5 SS pictured above was the Robinson, no? blue as in unrestored. Technically it is in a yellow ss label Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
