Robot Man Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) Cool early 1920's French model. Got this one at the first Brimfield flea market I ever went to. Bought it by flashlight at about 4:00 AM. My first ever Brimfield purchase! Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) Black Cat #1. I am almost embarrased to post this beater but it was a $10. purchase and well worth the 10 spot at the time. And, since when am I embarrased to post a beater? Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) Here are two German Techofix motorcycles. The one on the left is just pre-war and the better looking one on the right is from the 1950's. Both are friction powered. Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 23, 2015 Author Share Posted May 23, 2015 (edited) Last one is a nice Schuco clock work windup racer from the 1950's. Has a strong motor and runs well. Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timely Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Motorcycles! (thumbs u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Mann Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Citrus fruit labels lasted from the 1880's til the mid-1950's, designed to be attached to wooden crate ends - this identified the product and served as a form of advertising. The brand names varied widely and ranged across the entire board, including this Mutt example (from the 1930's): As a kid, these "orange crates" were a wonderful supply of wood to build things with... like a cart for hauling ice from the Ice House...to build a scooter with roller skates... to make my "Shoe Shine Box"...even as the first book case to store my comics...the labels were almost totally ignored. mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wickedmountain Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Black Cat #1. I am almost embarrased to post this beater but it was a $10. purchase and well worth the 10 spot at the time. And, since when am I embarrased to post a beater? Black Cat is awesome love that cover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB-Gun Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 Last one is a nice Schuco clock work windup racer from the 1950's. Has a strong motor and runs well. I like those Schuco Micro Racers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) "Hooded Guys" Weather they be Nazis, Monsters, Clansmen or just any other coward who hides behind a mask to kill or cause mayhem, they have been a staple of comics almost from the beginning. I've selected some of my favorites today. Now, I didn't delve into the Timely or Horror boxes so I thought I'd let you people do that for me... I'll start with my favorite one. Probably one of my top 5 Nedors. Fighting Yank #23. I love the colors and mood of this one. It would have got my dime fast if I could have bought it off the stands! Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Mystery Comics #2. Nazis, bondage and Flamethrowers Oh My! ("Paul" copy) Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Fight Comics #37. Right in the "sweet spot" for Fights. Not structurally a real nice copy, but the inks are bright, the way I like 'em. Lille Rene cover? Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Startling Comics #40. Another Schomburg beauty. He sure seemed to like "Hooded Guys" didn't he? Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Capt. Flight #5 another classic "Hooded Guy" cover. Hot babe going into some weird torture machine. Good thing "R" man busted in... Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Thrilling #54. That hottie sure looks glad to see Doc Strange. And speaking of strange, what's up with the hooded guys? Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Rangers Comics #21. Maybe my favorite Rangers cover. Oh, look at the colors! I once had a better copy without the grease pencil scribble but it was a little faded so I "upgraded" to this one. Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Fighting Yank #15. Some "hooded guys" giving a hot babe the "squeeze play". Good thing the Yank hates hooded guys! Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) Green Hornet #15. Lot going on here. I know I don't want to set sail on the "Nazi Ghost Ship". Sorry, I don't have that cool original art to this but this beater has a happy home in my collection... Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 (edited) And last but not least, one of the best "Hooded Guy" covers, by Wally Wood. The colors and mood as well as Woody's attention to detail makes this one of my favorite Shock Suspense Stories covers! My eyes, go from the beautiful girl, to the mean dude with the whip to the background figures, car with headlights, torches, and the moon. Sadly, doesn't look like any superhero is around to save her. I will have to read it again since it's outta the box! Edited July 10, 2015 by Robot Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 OK, you guys, I did my part to get this party started. Let's see YOUR "Hooded Guy" covers (or splashes). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
