deathlok Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 Sorry, it always makes me laugh when people collect slabs of books that I remember buying from my LCS when they first were published. What is truly sad and scary is that the later issues (350-425), the modern drek as some call it, are nearly impossible to find slabbed 9.8. I took a look at my raw copies, the ones i bought from my LCS, and not many of them would score a 9.6. most would rade between 9.2-9.4. They aren't nearly impossible, it just that nobody thinks they are worth slabbing. Even if they would grade out as 9.9 copies, collectors just wouldn't slab them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc120us Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 Sorry, it always makes me laugh when people collect slabs of books that I remember buying from my LCS when they first were published. What is truly sad and scary is that the later issues (350-425), the modern drek as some call it, are nearly impossible to find slabbed 9.8. I took a look at my raw copies, the ones i bought from my LCS, and not many of them would score a 9.6. most would rade between 9.2-9.4. They aren't nearly impossible, it just that nobody thinks they are worth slabbing. Even if they would grade out as 9.9 copies, collectors just wouldn't slab them. Probably but I wish they would cause I would certainly like to add them to my collection being the completionist that I am. I also know a few others that would also like to add them to their sets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
selegue Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 Yes, it's SLAB-MANIA! I don't usually buy slabs, but I couldn't resist these ebay wins. First, Strange Terrors 2. Not just a slab, but a pedigree! The grade is pulled down by some staple rust. Scanning the label -- HAW! ... I'm not sure how Big Apple got pedigree status, since most of the books I have seen are not high grade books. Not from me! Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearmint Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 This one came with 3 dead bugs in the bag the slab was in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathlok Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 This one came with 3 dead bugs in the bag the slab was in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciorac Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 This one came with 3 dead bugs in the bag the slab was in! Did he charge extra? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffro. Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 This one came with 3 dead bugs in the bag the slab was in! CGC. Now with protein!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffro. Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 No holds barred action courtesy of Atlas comics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegaMatt Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 Sorry, it always makes me laugh when people collect slabs of books that I remember buying from my LCS when they first were published. What is truly sad and scary is that the later issues (350-425), the modern drek as some call it, are nearly impossible to find slabbed 9.8. I took a look at my raw copies, the ones i bought from my LCS, and not many of them would score a 9.6. most would rade between 9.2-9.4. They aren't nearly impossible, it just that nobody thinks they are worth slabbing. Even if they would grade out as 9.9 copies, collectors just wouldn't slab them. I would slab em if they were good condition. Mine too are in the 9.2 range. I loved this X-Men time frame. Granted these wouldn't be worth more then $40 or $50, but still that's double your money.... which is what most strive for a modern. Sometimes people just love a cover so much that they want it graded for a nicer presentation. I would LOVE to get my hands on U. X-Men 350, one of my favorite covers. That Maggot one is nice. Whatever happened to Maggot anyways? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciorac Posted March 10, 2007 Share Posted March 10, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sid Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! Dear god.. is it unrestored? and what's it grade? and can I see the back cover Oh and Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederic9494 Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! That's what I was hoping for! Please give us some details Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciorac Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! Dear god.. is it unrestored? and what's it grade? and can I see the back cover Oh and Congratulations! Thanks Sid! I am one happy camper. It is restored to be sure. Otherwise it would be in someone else's collection! I call it about a 5.5 to 6.0. Here is the back: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sid Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 Very very nice sir, I think it's the nicest raw copy I've ever seen. Can't imagine how it feels to hold it or .... open it. I'm very excited for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciorac Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 I enjoyed reading it, and it smells wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathlok Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 No holds barred action courtesy of Atlas comics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathlok Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! uh...i meant... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arexcrooke Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 The big purchase finally is in my grubby mits!! Confukingratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad&Son-migration Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 I enjoyed reading it, and it smells wonderful! Man.. that's so cool... holding a 70 year old book of arguable the greatest GA to many people.... I find it absolutely fascinating... just beautiful !!!! Congratulations!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nik Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 So whats the big deal about this book anyways? Very, very, extra nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
