Opinions for tape removal on a GA Champion Comics #3 (1940) 1 1

[Bandelier]

Hi,

I am new to the boards, this topic is in search some advice.

The Champion Comics #3 below has a good bit of tape on it. I get the spine because it is completely detached... I'm scratching my head about the other three pieces in the bottom right corner area.

The largest of those three pieces (approx. 3" long) is covering two small - less than 1/4" tears. The diagonal piece is over a bend that isn't ripped, and the third around his shoulder just appears to have been put on there for the sake of putting it on. I think all three on the bottom corner were preventative measures perhaps.

My question is, in your opinion, would a professional tape removal in these three areas help the grade of the book? Do you think it would be worth the price of the service? I don't plan to sell the book any time soon but the tape does frustrate me.

Thanks. I appreciate your time.

 

[The Lions Den]

First, I'd like to thank you for putting up a book that I don't remember seeing before---what a treat! 

As far as the tape goes, sometimes people put tape on books for no particular reason whatsoever or as you stated, as a "preventative measure." In this situation, it looks like it could be a little of both. If the cover is completely detached, you're looking at a pretty serious grade reduction. And I believe CGC will disregard the tape repair and grade the book according to the flaws that are present. So either way, you're looking at a pretty low grade the way it sits. If you're willing to spend the time and expense and this book is something you really treasure, a good conservator may be able to improve the grade and remove the tape. Good luck...

[theCapraAegagrus]

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My question is, in your opinion, would a professional tape removal in these three areas help the grade of the book? Do you think it would be worth the price of the service?

IMO: No.

[Bandelier]

Thank you both for the reply I do appreciate the responses from folks much more knowledgeable than myself. I will likely keep the book as is and not try to do any resto removal.

Thanks again,

Kyle