Spiderman 3 or Spiderman 50 ? 6 6

[chrisco37]

Single digit Spidey’s are the best.  

[Just Visiting]

Looks like Spidey #3 is it,     

[mikej61]

The Number 3 is the best choice, by far,  How about a ASM 14

 

 

 

[lighthouse]

Because of the grade options I completely agree. It’s the 3.

If your budget was larger and you were choosing between a 9.4 copy of 50 and whatever grade of 3 matches up to that price? I’d say the 50.

And if your budget was much lower and it was a 1.0 copy of 3 versus a mid grade 50? I’d again say the 50.

But 8.5 isn’t a premium enough grade to chase a 50. And 5.5 is a pretty sweet spot grade for the 3 because it’s such a light colored book, there are flaws that bring it down to 5.5 that don’t minimize the arms length eye appeal. So the choice here is easily the 3. 

[PINWHEEL]

I'm not shocked at the landslide victory for 3.  If you can find a nice looking copy in your price range, grab it.

[Galen130]

How about both??? 

[Primetime]

Ditko > Romita

1st Doc Ock > 1st Kingpin

3 > 50 

Spidey Pin up > no pin up 

Edited April 22, 2022 by Primetime

[waaaghboss]

On 4/21/2022 at 11:09 AM, pemart1966 said:

3 all day long.

This, no hesitation.   A single digit ASM is in it's own class.

[jimbo_7071]

Even though I like Romita's art better than Ditko's, ASM 50 is overrated. Between those two, I'd go with number 3 hands down.

[chrisco37]

On 4/21/2022 at 10:11 PM, lighthouse said:

Because of the grade options I completely agree. It’s the 3.

If your budget was larger and you were choosing between a 9.4 copy of 50 and whatever grade of 3 matches up to that price? I’d say the 50.

And if your budget was much lower and it was a 1.0 copy of 3 versus a mid grade 50? I’d again say the 50.

But 8.5 isn’t a premium enough grade to chase a 50. And 5.5 is a pretty sweet spot grade for the 3 because it’s such a light colored book, there are flaws that bring it down to 5.5 that don’t minimize the arms length eye appeal. So the choice here is easily the 3. 

Agree with everything here.  You nailed it.

[goldust40]

50 all the way!

[jimjum12]

On 4/22/2022 at 6:49 AM, goldust40 said:

50 all the way!

See, I've been paying attention in the Hulk 181 thread.... why 50? ...  it's just an extended cameo.... the REAL 1st Kingpin is in the issue with his cover appearance, on 51. GOD BLESS.... 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

[goldust40]

On 4/22/2022 at 11:56 AM, jimjum12 said:

See, I've been paying attention in the Hulk 181 thread.... why 50? ...  it's just an extended cameo.... the REAL 1st Kingpin is in the issue with his cover appearance, on 51. GOD BLESS.... 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus)

Just making fun. It's the iconic cover that makes ASM 50 what it is as much as the cameo. I'd opt for #3 like everyone here, but then Spidey is the blue chip title, so either book is always a good choice.

[Colin Nash]

On 4/21/2022 at 8:41 PM, MattTheDuck said:

Wow Matt, that's one beautiful copy. I hope I can get something like it. You're a lucky guy.

[Colin Nash]

 

On 4/22/2022 at 3:13 AM, mikej61 said:

The Number 3 is the best choice, by far,  How about a ASM 14

 

 

 

Very good choice Mike. I was lucky enough to win a #14 in a 2019 auction. An awesome comic with a truly iconic villain. It was first on my list.

[Jaylam]

Get as high grade as you can budget for a #3. Here's my copy and a close as I'll ever come to owning a copy.

Oddly, I can't remember how I got this other than it was a promotional item included in something. Not only that, but you also get these two cool Spidey pinups in issue #3. (on a side note, does anyone use the word "pal" anymore?)

Edited April 22, 2022 by Jaylam

[Colin Nash]

Just like to say a big thank you to all who responded. Its makes me feel good and its what being part of a community is all about.

ASM #3 it is then.

However, I have noticed that mid-grade ASM #3, like other light blue covers (eg. Sub- Mariner #1) often exhibit browning down the spine side. MattTheDuck showed a nice copy that was free of this and it may be a rare find ?

Thanks again,

Colin

[pemart1966]

On 4/22/2022 at 4:36 AM, jimbo_7071 said:

Even though I like Romita's art better than Ditko's, ASM 50 is overrated. Between those two, I'd go with number 3 hands down.

I like both artists equally but I agree with you on 50.  I've alway thought that it was over rated...and over priced.

Edited April 22, 2022 by pemart1966

[pemart1966]

On 4/22/2022 at 8:48 AM, Colin Nash said:

Just like to say a big thank you to all who responded. Its makes me feel good and its what being part of a community is all about.

ASM #3 it is then.

However, I have noticed that mid-grade ASM #3, like other light blue covers (eg. Sub- Mariner #1) often exhibit browning down the spine side. MattTheDuck showed a nice copy that was free of this and it may be a rare find ?

Thanks again,

Colin

If there's something that bugs you about it then don't buy that particular copy.  Saving more money and adding it to what you have in order to buy a higher graded copy or a different copy in the same grade without that issue is always an option.

[Jaylam]

On 4/22/2022 at 8:52 AM, pemart1966 said:

If there's something that bugs you about it then don't buy that particular copy.  Saving more money and adding it to what you have in order to buy a higher graded copy or a different copy in the same grade without that issue is always an option.

That's right, find one that has the right eye appeal for you.