Should the Boards name be changed to 'Dealers Society Message Boards'?

[RockyMullins]

Flippers Society maybe.

 

 

It seems there's only a handful of actual pure collectors / readers here and everyone else is a flipper, dealer or wannabe.

 

I fall under collector/reader, but when I write a post on most anything, I get ganged up on by folks that are obviously more business minded. Since I own zero stabbed books, I'm probably in the wrong place, but I still enjoy comic book talk.

 

In any case count me as one comic reader primarily!

[Logan510]

Flippers Society maybe.

 

 

It seems there's only a handful of actual pure collectors / readers here and everyone else is a flipper, dealer or wannabe.

 

I fall under collector/reader, but when I write a post on most anything, I get ganged up on by folks that are obviously more business minded. Since I own zero stabbed books, I'm probably in the wrong place, but I still enjoy comic book talk.

 

In any case count me as one comic reader primarily!

 

I wasn't trying to point fingers or cast judgment...anyone who can see my avatar should be able to tell that instantly. I flip books to help support my hobby and I also enjoy the thrill of the hunt and finding a score. I would never put anyone down for doing the same, though if for some reason the bubble were to burst, I would be OK with that as I still enjoy reading and collecting comic books.

[Logan510]

Would you rather buy from a dealer who was / is a comic book collector and/or reader or from someone who just pays attention to the market and sees their customers strictly as dollar signs?

 

I'm probably putting my neck out there commenting in this thread as its clearly geared towards individuals like me, but the "cool books" line is tiring at best...

 

And the answer is no, it doesn't matter who one buys from. If the buyer is happy with the price, then it shouldn't matter where the book comes from.

 

If a seller is using deceptive practices and dishonesty to generate sales, that seller won't last long (or at least they shouldn't). The detectives on this site are fantastic and anyone who's not on the up and up is quickly exposed.

 

I'm quite familiar with those who enjoy taking swipes at me and think that it's all about the $ but frankly, it's not but honestly, is that anyone's business other than mine?

 

Am I less of a "dealer" b/c I choose not to set up at all the Wizard and Reed Pop shows? Am I a dirty flipper b/c I like to make a profit on the items I sell? Does one have to be a collector to be a true comic fan?

 

There are several people here who would not fall into the definition of "dealer" by the standards outlined in this thread yet I consider them reliable dealers/sellers by my standards. They have integrity, are honest and deliver the product they say they will. Do I have to like them or call them a friend? Absolutely not...that's irrelevant. As long as someone does what they advertise, they're fine in my book.

 

 

This was not specifically directed at you, it was a general question. Some of my best friends are "dirty flippers" and I have no problem with how they conduct their business.

 

Your reputation on here, whatever that may be is well earned over a long period of time.

[FineCollector]

And the answer is no, it doesn't matter who one buys from. If the buyer is happy with the price, then it shouldn't matter where the book comes from.

 

No beef with Columbia, however, I don't agree with this. I'd rather buy from a dealer who's been selling books for a long time, and has a good reputation. That's someone who knows what restoration looks like, knows how to count pages, and is interested in conducting good business. I'd rather spend a few more dollars with someone who has more knowledge that I do, and have the peace of mind that I'm dealing with one of the good ones.

 

The flippers have lives outside of comics, and life gets in the way when your livelihood isn't dependent on them. "Sorry, my kid had a recital so I didn't have time to..." I can handle weekend dealers for small stuff on craigslist but if I'm going to drop coin on a book, I want it to be with someone I trust. I guess from the retail perspective, profit is profit, and you have to get supply wherever you can find it, but I'm only collecting for fun, so I can afford to be choosy.

[rodan57]

Here's to hoping that the discussions on the history of comics and of comic collecting, their creation and contributions to popular culture, stories about comic finds, and the personalities involved with creation, dealing, and collecting stay prominent. They're a core of the hobby.

 

[MrBedrock]

There are plenty of folks who fall in the middle and on the side of Gator/Bedrock

I had a couple of people fall on my front recently.

[jimjum12]

There are plenty of folks who fall in the middle and on the side of Gator/Bedrock

I had a couple of people fall on my front recently.

 

...one does what one must to get the best ..... GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus) (thumbs u

[porcupine48]

Mr R. Bedrock is a great,great fellow.

[porcupine48]

And the answer is no, it doesn't matter who one buys from. If the buyer is happy with the price, then it shouldn't matter where the book comes from.

 

No beef with Columbia, however, I don't agree with this. I'd rather buy from a dealer who's been selling books for a long time, and has a good reputation. That's someone who knows what restoration looks like, knows how to count pages, and is interested in conducting good business. I'd rather spend a few more dollars with someone who has more knowledge that I do, and have the peace of mind that I'm dealing with one of the good ones.

 

The flippers have lives outside of comics, and life gets in the way when your livelihood isn't dependent on them. "Sorry, my kid had a recital so I didn't have time to..." I can handle weekend dealers for small stuff on craigslist but if I'm going to drop coin on a book, I want it to be with someone I trust. I guess from the retail perspective, profit is profit, and you have to get supply wherever you can find it, but I'm only collecting for fun, so I can afford to be choosy.

Yep,i wont buy from G.Ross.

[porcupine48]

I did once though..and I honestly think that is where "cool books" started...Park?I remember you getting upset at my admission...am i the reason for cool books?

It went..well i bought something from him...blah blah..he had cool books

Park: Cool Books?!?! BAD!

Me:

Then...cool books started....for me at least.

And I still wear ribbons of shame.

I remember Greenham was there as well...

[Bomber-Bob]

Dealers/flippers it's all good as long as they are offering the goods. The only complaint I have is when a seller lists multiple copies of a book and one individual takes them all. Selfish.

[Silver Surfer]

I can see where Bob is coming from because its all about jumping on the gravy train and getting the first appearance of Squirrel Girl, etc. Stuff that belongs at the bottom of bird cages is all the rage now.

[Psithyrus]

I can see where Bob is coming from because its all about jumping on the gravy train and getting the first appearance of Squirrel Girl, etc. Stuff that belongs at the bottom of bird cages is all the rage now.

 

I was laughing about that with my brother this afternoon, as we were reading off prices for books that were $5 books for 20 years and recently shot up.

 

I finally make enough money to start buying nice things, and prices skyrocket again.

[porcupine48]

Dealers/flippers it's all good as long as they are offering the goods. The only complaint I have is when a seller lists multiple copies of a book and one individual takes them all. Selfish.

Like that time Bedrock was posting all those sexy Charlton's at a great price one by one.and because he said he had x different books folks jumped in and claimed x amounts of each book before they were posred instead of being polite like us and waiting to see what they were,for him to post them?

Man,those bomics were sweet when i got them though...

[Gotham Kid]

There are several people here who would not fall into the definition of "dealer" by the standards outlined in this thread yet I consider them reliable dealers/sellers by my standards. They have integrity, are honest and deliver the product they say they will. As long as someone does what they advertise, they're fine in my book.

 

(thumbs u

 

Bottom line. The rest is semantics.

[eastriver]

 

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If I am looking for a book I couldn't care less if the person I am buying from is a dealer, collector, flipper, has never read a comic book in his life, or sleeps in Batman pajamas. I just want a properly graded book when I buy on the internet. CGC grading and these boards help me in that aspect. Just my two cents.

[Columbia Comics]

If I am looking for a book I couldn't care less if the person I am buying from is a dealer, collector, flipper, has never read a comic book in his life, or sleeps in Batman pajamas. I just want a properly graded book when I buy on the internet. CGC grading and these boards help me in that aspect. Just my two cents.

 

And I think that sums it up nicely.

 

If a buyer has a problem with a seller for personal reasons, then that buyer should just find another seller. Otherwise, I don't have a problem with anyone as long as they treat me fairly and honestly.

 

I'll be the first to admit that I've definitely offended many around here. I'll also admit that I've never cheated anyone, stolen from anyone and deliver what I say I'll deliver.

 

Like me or not, no one can argue the second point.

 

[TupennyConan]

I find you pleasant.

[namisgr]

Like me or not

 

Tell us sometime about the backstory behind a collection or especially rare item you found, what artists and writers you really enjoy and why, what is was like meeting one of them, why you love reading about a particular villain, what were the most commonly worn superhero costumes visiting your house at Halloween, why a particular comic holds strong nostalgic value for you, how you got into reading comics in the first place, or something else about the history and practice of the collecting hobby and I'll like you even more.

[Lantern]

The Real Housewives of Comics.