~~THE~~GIVING~~TREE~~ 5 5

[Chip Cataldo]

Well, I would post a little kick starter offer, but I'm broke and can't ship anything anywhere right now.

You post it, I'll pick up the shipping my friend.

 

Peace,

 

Chip

[techvoodoo]

Well, I would post a little kick starter offer, but I'm broke and can't ship anything anywhere right now.

You post it, I'll pick up the shipping my friend.

 

Peace,

 

Chip

 

 

[Gunnz]

Well, I would post a little kick starter offer, but I'm broke and can't ship anything anywhere right now.

You post it, I'll pick up the shipping my friend.

 

Peace,

 

Chip

 

 

No worries man! Appreciate the offer, but the current offer was taken, so I'll wait and see what happens. If it stalls out again I'll post my stuff. I'm just broke cuz I bought my GF a ring.

 

....So many comics I could have bought instead....

 

 

[Wall-Crawler]

say what you want about this guy, but he made things happen. People now sit on the same offer for days, add to it instead of changing it. If people really wanted this thread to succeed they would make a greater effort when they are in the "hot seat"

 

How much effort is really put out there?

 

 

 

Thanks, I appreciate that.

 

I claimed a book and I genuinely feel the variety of books I put up were comparable to what I claimed. My offer was not vetoed. I had several PMs stating "nice offer" and in the thread.

 

I tried to provide a VARIETY of books for people to maybe try something new they have never tried before. I thought the point of this was not all about $ value, but clearly that is not the case.

 

I had, I think, 15 items up there from my one option. That takes TIME to scan and upload and post. People could have chosen any 3 of 15 options. A person could have ended up with more than 30 books. Yes there were FULL modern sets but I also had a Silver Surfer #2, 1st Alice Cooper, 1st Lady Cop, What If #1 - I thought it wasn't all about "value"? I tried to include some fun/neat and some collectable items. That experiment failed.

 

When that was not working, I put together a Spidey 2099 set, but again, no takers. No takers on a nice slab. High value, not necessarily but a 9.6 of a pretty popular character who just got his own series again. That didn't work either though.

 

But b/c I didn't put up a book from my sig line, I am not trying?

 

My last offering, that WAS claimed, I put out around or just over $200 worth of books -, Marvel Spotlight #32, Uncanny X-Men #121, Avengers Annual #10

Spectacular Spider-Man #64 and Savage She-Hulk #1 - Even that was a mess show because I had the nerve to go out to the cottage and after 12 hours of not changing my initial offer the pitchforks were out then.

 

Now you are lumping me in with others who *really* didn't try? I already feel bad enough to be lumped into the strike category but whatever. Yep, between the hassle from not re-posting in under 12 hours from my first go around, I should have just stayed out. This confirms it.

 

End of

 

 

 

 

 

 

[stanley1883]

So I'll see how big of a hole I dig myself here but to Harvey's Point I can definitely see his view. There have been offers on PIF and here where I was left scratching my head to say the least but it want my place to cry foul.

 

Harvey, I believe you said it best, when you offer something, it should be hard to let go, sadly I think that has not been the case sometimes. Not going to single anyone out, but if you think this applies to you, then there's probably a reason for that. Personally I did not want to offer up what I did, I'm sure I could have searched for some other stuff, thrown together something and it might have stuck, but that wasn't the point of this thread.

 

While I do agree that the "right" offer has to come along, there's also something to be said about something too good to pass up. When ASM 300 came up, your probably gonna jump on it even if your "collecting focus" is DC.

 

Some people went above any beyond, other's barely tried, thats what I saw at least.

 

I'm not being negative, I'm being a realist.

[stanley1883]

So I'll see how big of a hole I dig myself here but to Harvey's Point I can definitely see his view. There have been offers on PIF and here where I was left scratching my head to say the least but it want my place to cry foul.

 

Harvey, I believe you said it best, when you offer something, it should be hard to let go, sadly I think that has not been the case sometimes. Not going to single anyone out, but if you think this applies to you, then there's probably a reason for that. Personally I did not want to offer up what I did, I'm sure I could have searched for some other stuff, thrown together something and it might have stuck, but that wasn't the point of this thread.

 

While I do agree that the "right" offer has to come along, there's also something to be said about something too good to pass up. When ASM 300 came up, your probably gonna jump on it even if your "collecting focus" is DC.

 

Some people went above any beyond, other's barely tried, thats what I saw at least.

 

I'm not being negative, I'm being a realist.

 

 

Let me just place some emphasis on that part

 

 

[stanley1883]

say what you want about this guy, but he made things happen. People now sit on the same offer for days, add to it instead of changing it. If people really wanted this thread to succeed they would make a greater effort when they are in the "hot seat"

 

How much effort is really put out there?

 

 

 

Thanks, I appreciate that.

 

I claimed a book and I genuinely feel the variety of books I put up were comparable to what I claimed. My offer was not vetoed. I had several PMs stating "nice offer" and in the thread.

 

I tried to provide a VARIETY of books for people to maybe try something new they have never tried before. I thought the point of this was not all about $ value, but clearly that is not the case.

 

I had, I think, 15 items up there from my one option. That takes TIME to scan and upload and post. People could have chosen any 3 of 15 options. A person could have ended up with more than 30 books. Yes there were FULL modern sets but I also had a Silver Surfer #2, 1st Alice Cooper, 1st Lady Cop, What If #1 - I thought it wasn't all about "value"? I tried to include some fun/neat and some collectable items. That experiment failed.

 

When that was not working, I put together a Spidey 2099 set, but again, no takers. No takers on a nice slab. High value, not necessarily but a 9.6 of a pretty popular character who just got his own series again. That didn't work either though.

 

But b/c I didn't put up a book from my sig line, I am not trying?

 

My last offering, that WAS claimed, I put out around or just over $200 worth of books -, Marvel Spotlight #32, Uncanny X-Men #121, Avengers Annual #10

Spectacular Spider-Man #64 and Savage She-Hulk #1 - Even that was a mess show because I had the nerve to go out to the cottage and after 12 hours of not changing my initial offer the pitchforks were out then.

 

Now you are lumping me in with others who *really* didn't try? I already feel bad enough to be lumped into the strike category but whatever. Yep, between the hassle from not re-posting in under 12 hours from my first go around, I should have just stayed out. This confirms it.

 

End of

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Personally, I thought the Alice Cooper was super cool and the Lady Cop was intriguing. But the rest I had no knowledge or interest in. I personally don't like Silver Surfer but love me some Aquaman. We all have our quirks.

[jsilverjanet]

In driving so I can't type as much as I would like

 

This is the problem whenever I write something without specifics

The wrong person comes along and thinks I'm talking About them

[Shadow Images]

I'm glad while I was driving to my hotel there has been some discussion. That at least is a step in a good direction I believe. Looks like there is a new offer also

 

 

I have heard from a few members saying they would take something but could not afford to send it, and I applaud Chip for his offer.

 

 

So here is a RAK for anyone in North America if you have something you want to pick and something to offer in return,and the only thing keeping you from participating is shipping cost I will cover it. Within reason

[HarveySwick]

I'm just broke cuz I bought my GF a ring.

 

I don't want this to be missed - CONGRATS MAN!!

[Wall-Crawler]

In driving so I can't type as much as I would like

 

This is the problem whenever I write something without specifics

The wrong person comes along and thinks I'm talking About them

 

Well, I figured it was b/c I was the last to get a strike.

 

Please don't type and drive.

[CAHokie]

Swick, you crack me up. I just clicked the current offer link.

[fmaz]

To prevent scurvy, I've now added option C

 

Option C - Batman Bronze Age lot

Includes the books pictured - 263, 265,268,277,278,280,293,322 and 324.

Let me know if people want to see scans, happy to add them.

 

 

 

Offers coming shortly.

 

 

PM sent!

[Torgaddon]

Pre warning, lots of photos

[Torgaddon]

Ok first up as I'm International to I'm sure the vast majority of you I will cover anything up to $50, after that it's on you.

 

Option 1. Marvel NOW Lot

Deadpool Vs Carnage #1-4, #1 1:25 Variant

Legendary Star Lord #1, #1 Skottie Young Variant, #2

Spider-Man 2099 #1, #1 Skottie Young Variant, #2

Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man #1, #1 2nd Pnt, #1 1:25 Variant, #2-4

 

Option 2.

New 52 Constantine #1-17, #2 and 4 are missing from the photos as they are being picked up on Thursday.

 

Option 3.

New 52 Batman The Dark Knight #0-2, #4-17, #17 Black and White Variant, #18-23, #23.1-23.3, #24 Black and White Variant, #25 Black and White Variant, #26-29

 

Option 4.

New 52 Aquaman #0-19, #20 Black and White Variant, #21-23, #23.1-23.2, #24-33, Annual 1 and 2. #34 is being picked up Thursday.

 

Option 5.

New 52 Green Lantern #0, #1 Black and White Variant, #2-16, #16 Black and White Variant, #17, #17 1:25 Variant, #18-19, #19 MAD Variant, #20-22, #22 Black and White Variant, #23, #23 Black and White Variant, #23.1-23.4, #24-25, #25 Black and White Variant, #26, #26 Black and White Variant, #27, #27 Scribblenauts Variant, #28-32, #32 Bombshell Variant, #33-34, Annual 1 and 2.

 

Option 6.

New 52 Batman Incorporated #1-6, #8, #8 2nd Pnt, #9-11, #11 Guillem March Variant, #13, #1 Special

 

 

Ok now as an added incentive so I don't flame out, anybody picking an option can also pick ONE freebie from the next list.

 

Freebie 1.

Nova #13, #14

East of West #1, #2

 

Freebie 2.

Annihilation #1-6 and Prologue

 

Freebie 3.

New 52 Sinestro #1, #1 1:25 Variant, #2-4, will come with #5 when I pick it up on Thursday.

[stanley1883]

That New 52 Aquaman run by Geoff Johns is awesome. Definitely read it if you haven't. Damn good series.

[jaeldubyoo]

(thumbs u Nice offers!

Edited August 26, 2014 by jaeldubyoo

[Gunnz]

Ok first up as I'm International to I'm sure the vast majority of you I will cover anything up to $50, after that it's on you.

 

Option 1. Marvel NOW Lot

Deadpool Vs Carnage #1-4, #1 1:25 Variant

Legendary Star Lord #1, #1 Skottie Young Variant, #2

Spider-Man 2099 #1, #1 Skottie Young Variant, #2

Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man #1, #1 2nd Pnt, #1 1:25 Variant, #2-4

 

Option 2.

New 52 Constantine #1-17, #2 and 4 are missing from the photos as they are being picked up on Thursday.

 

Option 3.

New 52 Batman The Dark Knight #0-2, #4-17, #17 Black and White Variant, #18-23, #23.1-23.3, #24 Black and White Variant, #25 Black and White Variant, #26-29

 

Option 4.

New 52 Aquaman #0-19, #20 Black and White Variant, #21-23, #23.1-23.2, #24-33, Annual 1 and 2. #34 is being picked up Thursday.

 

Option 5.

New 52 Green Lantern #0, #1 Black and White Variant, #2-16, #16 Black and White Variant, #17, #17 1:25 Variant, #18-19, #19 MAD Variant, #20-22, #22 Black and White Variant, #23, #23 Black and White Variant, #23.1-23.4, #24-25, #25 Black and White Variant, #26, #26 Black and White Variant, #27, #27 Scribblenauts Variant, #28-32, #32 Bombshell Variant, #33-34, Annual 1 and 2.

 

Option 6.

New 52 Batman Incorporated #1-6, #8, #8 2nd Pnt, #9-11, #11 Guillem March Variant, #13, #1 Special

 

 

Ok now as an added incentive so I don't flame out, anybody picking an option can also pick ONE freebie from the next list.

 

Freebie 1.

Nova #13, #14

East of West #1, #2

 

Freebie 2.

Annihilation #1-6 and Prologue

 

Freebie 3.

New 52 Sinestro #1, #1 1:25 Variant, #2-4, will come with #5 when I pick it up on Thursday.

 

I like this guy.

[Kystix]

Very nice!

[Gunnz]

I'm just broke cuz I bought my GF a ring.

 

I don't want this to be missed - CONGRATS MAN!!

 

Thanks bro. Its not a big deal. She has been asking for the last year, so I've had to curb my collecting...

 

Appreciate the post though!!!

 

Maybe i'll have a Boardie reception. And i'll have a real life giving tree. (thumbs u