Djstouty Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Got the chance to buy this, looking to get graded, just wanted advice on what the likely outcome of the grade will be if possible? cover is detached, coupon clipped out(doesn't affect story) I'll post some pics thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wipple Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Action 252 is one of my favorite books. You would be better off in the spare a grade area for people's opinions. I'm in the 1.0 range Qualified with a missing coupon and some other notations like tape and bug chew . Looks brittle as well. What's going on in the D.C. Bullet.. all the red is missing? Not much fading on rest of book. That looks different to me. Still a key and worth picking up if price is right. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FineCollector Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Is there such a thing as a qualified Fair? Grading the old fashioned way, you're allowed that coupon out in Fair if it doesn't hit the story. Generally, Fair is readable, Poor is ruined. If the cover isn't completely split, it should get 1.0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisco37 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Yeah, they won't give it a Qualified grade for a clipped coupon. Just factored into the overall "Blue" grade. I think 1.0 is right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber-Bob Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Is it really worth getting graded in this condition ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FineCollector Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 The slab will add to the eye appeal of the book. If he has a slab collection, no reason not to add this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bomber-Bob Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 52 minutes ago, FineCollector said: The slab will add to the eye appeal of the book. If he has a slab collection, no reason not to add this one. I've noticed on the new slabs, which are very crystal clear, that books with nice eye appeal look even better in the slab. However, I've also noticed that books without eye appeal look worse. It's as if the slab magnifies some flaws. Also, with very fragile looking books like this one, chips from the pages or cover can fall off in the slab. Seeing chips laying at the bottom of the inner well can drive some of us OCD collectors crazy. Just saying. JTLarsen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peewee22 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 29 minutes ago, Bomber-Bob said: I've noticed on the new slabs, which are very crystal clear, that books with nice eye appeal look even better in the slab. However, I've also noticed that books without eye appeal look worse. It's as if the slab magnifies some flaws. Also, with very fragile looking books like this one, chips from the pages or cover can fall off in the slab. Seeing chips laying at the bottom of the inner well can drive some of us OCD collectors crazy. Just saying. I'm with Bob. I'd keep it raw to enjoy it unless you plan on flipping it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piper Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 What's a low grade copy like this worth? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureFlash Posted August 10, 2017 Share Posted August 10, 2017 (edited) I'd also say 1.0 for grade, it is in pretty rough shape. But that being said I would pick it up. I could have picked up a CGC 3.0 for 600 and I passed, thinking I would find a better copy. That was right before show was announced! Edited August 10, 2017 by FutureFlash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
