my last, last i tell you, attempted transaction with metropolis

[action1kid]

That is pretty much my experience with Metropolis for 20 years.So I have to 2nd everything you have said above.Yes,it is overlooked that they pay bettor than just about everyone else too.I can tell you for a fact they pay the most . Matter of fact, there the only dealer I have ever sold to . Ive always left with a smile.

[sacentaur]

I know that Billy started the thread re: pricing/declined offer, but it really goes much deeper than that. What are you getting for your top dollar paid?

 

I'd gladly pay the price for an Audi, BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, etc., but in return I want an Audi, BMW, Porsche, or Ferrari ...and not a Ford Pinto.

 

If you're happy buying a 7.5 book that Metro grades 8.5 and charges you 9.2 for - or worse yet the book later comes back with undisclosed restoration (then what do you have?) - well then more power to you.

 

I wonder how many people have an ax to grind with Metro becuase they may be just simply be jealous. Or petty. Or ego kings.

 

Consider this - your speculations do not supplant the actual negative experiences (and resulting opinions) of others, no matter how much you wonder about them.

 

STEVE

[JiveTurkeyMoFo]

Well, one thing this thread has accomplished is that its made me reconsider making an offer on a fairly pricey (for me, anyways) book from the Metro site.

 

Having read this thread, it seems that the most I can hope for is free shipping...if thats the case, why bother?

[Old Fashion PB and J]

"You know, it is this type of nonsense that has moved me further and further away from the comic book community. People have wondered why they never see me at shows anymore. Now you have your answer."

 

Yea, real far. Comments like this really make me dislike individuals and companies alike. In your comment you have just come off to me as saying this

 

" I cant stand dealing with these people in this hobby, but I will GLADLY take your money".

 

Another reason why I only deal with certain dealers, and it is a very small list of GREAT guys.

[Monkeyman]

I don't bother making offers to Metro any more. If I find a book I like and feel comfortable with the price I e-mail Frank and ask for free shipping. I've stopped buying raw because the grading is so hit and miss, but will still buy slabs depending on the price. That being said, it is probably two years since I found something reasonably priced enough to buy.

 

Mike

[nearmint]

Bought this recently for $250. I've been looking for a copy for over 5 years. Zero copies in the census, zero copies in the Heritage archive...

 

 

[thehumantorch]

Bought this recently for $250. I've been looking for a copy for over 5 years. Zero copies in the census, zero copies in the Heritage archive...

 

 

 

Nice pick up. I can't imagine any sane GA collector not wanting that for the price.

[capt_comics]

Just have to put my in

 

I've been collecting GA and SA comics for almost 30 years.

 

And the only two major 'playas' I've ever bought anything from are Gene Carpenter, who is a very good friend, and Richard Evans. I bought some of Richard's correctly graded and priced half-off silver age at WWPhilly a few years ago. And back in the 80s I did a lot of business with James Payette. OK...three.

Please excuse me if somebody on the boards that I've bought from considers themself a 'playa', No offense should be taken.

 

I've sold some books to a few of them over the years, and some of them do pay very good prices. Gene, Richard, Harley, Goldman, Nathan, and Beerbohm to name but a few.

 

But that said, If you don't like the grade and price and more importantly the way you are treated, move on ....you'll come across it eventually.

Especially in this....the internet age.

 

 

 

 

 

[The Troll King]

 

Fourth, Metro shops at Heritage too. If they win a book, you can be sure its because they feel its undervalued and they will price it accordingly. Yes it hurts when I buy books from Metro that sold for 25% less six months before at Heritage... but I can only ask myself "Would I buy at Metro's price today?".

 

 

Or maybe they feel a book is undergraded?

http://comics.ha.com/common/view_item.php?Sale_No=806&Lot_No=3283&src=pr#Photo

http://www.metropoliscomics.com/bookSear...p;search=Search

 

Since someone else has already bumped this ancient thread I'd like to point out that this book is still available.

[jimjum12]

Just have to put my in

 

I've been collecting GA and SA comics for almost 30 years.

 

And the only two major 'playas' I've ever bought anything from are Gene Carpenter, who is a very good friend, and Richard Evans. I bought some of Richard's correctly graded and priced half-off silver age at WWPhilly a few years ago. And back in the 80s I did a lot of business with James Payette. OK...three.

Please excuse me if somebody on the boards that I've bought from considers themself a 'playa', No offense should be taken.

 

I've sold some books to a few of them over the years, and some of them do pay very good prices. Gene, Richard, Harley, Goldman, Nathan, and Beerbohm to name but a few.

 

But that said, If you don't like the grade and price and more importantly the way you are treated, move on ....you'll come across it eventually.

Especially in this....the internet age.

 

 

 

 

 

Gene Carpenter may very well be the friendliest dealer in the business. I love talking to him.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus) (thumbs u

[RickHigh]

Just have to put my in

 

I've been collecting GA and SA comics for almost 30 years.

 

And the only two major 'playas' I've ever bought anything from are Gene Carpenter, who is a very good friend, and Richard Evans. I bought some of Richard's correctly graded and priced half-off silver age at WWPhilly a few years ago. And back in the 80s I did a lot of business with James Payette. OK...three.

Please excuse me if somebody on the boards that I've bought from considers themself a 'playa', No offense should be taken.

 

I've sold some books to a few of them over the years, and some of them do pay very good prices. Gene, Richard, Harley, Goldman, Nathan, and Beerbohm to name but a few.

 

But that said, If you don't like the grade and price and more importantly the way you are treated, move on ....you'll come across it eventually.

Especially in this....the internet age.

 

 

 

 

 

Gene Carpenter may very well be the friendliest dealer in the business. I love talking to him.GOD BLESS...

 

-jimbo(a friend of jesus) (thumbs u

 

I agree 100%. Gene is great to talk to. He really knows his stuff, too!

[kryptonitecomics]

 

Fourth, Metro shops at Heritage too. If they win a book, you can be sure its because they feel its undervalued and they will price it accordingly. Yes it hurts when I buy books from Metro that sold for 25% less six months before at Heritage... but I can only ask myself "Would I buy at Metro's price today?".

 

 

Or maybe they feel a book is undergraded?

http://comics.ha.com/common/view_item.php?Sale_No=806&Lot_No=3283&src=pr#Photo

http://www.metropoliscomics.com/bookSear...p;search=Search

 

Since someone else has already bumped this ancient thread I'd like to point out that this book is still available.

 

 

Wow...I have been buying quite a few books from them lately and probably still will as they have treated me fairly. I will just stick with certified material and while I have noticed the same books they picked up at heritage selling for more on their site....I have done the same thing hundreds of times on Ebay. If they can buy low and then raise prices to make a profit, more power to them....we the consumers have the final say on what we are willing to pay. (thumbs u

[The Black Hand ®]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

[ciorac]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

 

Few things suck the joy out of the hobby for me, but not having enough money to buy what I want is chief amongst them.

 

 

Just kidding, even then I satisfy myself with cheap, fun books.

[thehumantorch]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

 

Few things suck the joy out of the hobby for me, but no having enough money to buy what I want is chief amongst them.

 

 

Just kidding, even then I satisfy myself with cheap, fun books.

 

That's where I come in.

[The Black Hand ®]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

 

Few things suck the joy out of the hobby for me, but no having enough money to buy what I want is chief amongst them.

 

 

Just kidding, even then I satisfy myself with cheap, fun books.

 

 

Of course, being miserable is something I enjoy.

[batman_fan]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

 

Few things suck the joy out of the hobby for me, but no having enough money to buy what I want is chief amongst them.

 

 

Just kidding, even then I satisfy myself with cheap, fun women.

 

fixed that for you

[Paratrooper]

I realised a long time ago that if I had philosophical differences with a dealer then there would be nothing they had that would get me to buy from them. A very wise person once told me "It's only a comic book" and if it's not any fun to collect, then it's just not worth it. I've run into some of the most deceptive characters I've ever known, who's sole goal was to work as many angles they could to get over in a deal. Victory at all cost. It just isn't worth it, which is why I've backed away from active collecting. The lengths that some of these people would go to, just helped to suck the joy out of the hobby for me.

 

Few things suck the joy out of the hobby for me, but no having enough money to buy what I want is chief amongst them.

 

 

Just kidding, even then I satisfy myself with cheap, fun women.

 

fixed that for you

 

Hey! Me too!

[Yannis]

I was reading some of the old posts from this thread..... wow. I guess that is why they have Comicconnect as well (not sure how long that has been going though)

[agro23]

For the record, the one time I had a problem with Metro on a deal, just this last comic con, we talked it through, and they made it right. I can't vouch for anyone else's experiences but there you have it.