'Questions' Topics

★ CBCS 101: A Newbie's Guide.

dielinfinite

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7 monthsBrenoMp (43): @dielinfinite @xkonk Thanks for the advice, Ill contact Matt Edwards to see what my options are. Thank you!

★ CBCS Message Board - Terms of Use

SteveRicketts

1

9 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): Open thread to view post.

Anybody tell me what price-in-pennies means?

DMD161

4

3 daysDMD161 (2): @soonerjudd81 PRICECHARTING

Signature event questions

DMD161

9

4 daysDoorCntyComicColl (188): I have the 4 books as a set on sale on eBay... DoorCountyComicCollector... need to make my money back somehow!!! CGC and CBCS costs are killing me!!

What do you do for a living?

Jonny004

126

4 daysCatmanAmerica (31120): I'm still here after eight years, ...that's the first sign of at least one successful venture in life! Not much has changed occupationally from the earlier entry on Page 4. I still occasionally lecture, volunteer my services as an auctioneer and create art. I'm also a satirical writer of sorts. Note: Sorts are difficult to categorize, but they do eventually get sorted. Here's an aging daguerrotype of yours truly engaging a crowd with banter...

Off-Topic: Recommendations for Desk That Raises/Lowers?

DWeeB1967

22

5 dayssportshort (17809): Thanks! And YES, we do rock!

Show off your home office/short box storage

karn9

3

7 daysBronte (38865): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3c6afd43eeee8fed2b3f20aa8abe23bc.jpg

Manga Grading- Zasshi

Wade_Story

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14 daysHcanes (5732): @Davethebrave Agreed. The Naruto book I posted previously, I found out it was a fake after further research. Fakes are also littered across eBay.

Need help verifying a Stan Lee, Joe Sinnott and Jack Kirby signature.

Darthh8r

50

20 daysCapCityComics (28): Despite the circumstances, that's awesome news! I checked that seller's account on eBay, and it appears any and all comic books he had listed are now either gone or taken down.

NYCC

drchaos

110

27 daysComicNinja0215 (5569): I'm still mad at myself that my first sig book went to those yambags in Florida and not here but lesson learned.

Made a gamble on a Bob Kane signed Batman #452 w/ a head sketch

Darthh8r

27

28 daysOptic_Blast (734): Nothing in the listing indicates that this is a legit signature. It's definitely signed Bob Kane, but most likely not THE Bob Kane. If you can return the book then do it. You're trying hard to make this a legit signature in your mind, but there are too many red flags.

Can this be submitted for grading?

JustABitEvil

8

30 daysesaravo (98813): There used to be an extra fee for books that required custom inner liners, like minis and ashcans. I don’t know if that is still the case, or if it would apply to this book.

Prices written on covers

OrionPax

25

1 monthesaravo (98813): @Belarak - Star stamps should be treated like arrival dates, IMO.

The "Other" chat board... CGC down?

GTS_Comics

13

1 monthNuffsaid111 (20048): It's been "oddly" quiet there lately. Either hobbyists are literally dead, or they've worn themselves out. It's certainly not because the problem has been corrected... lol

Dazzler #1 missprint Misscut?

TheShocker

12

1 monthPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Post up a a FC/BC , first and last page pics. If books are severely miscut, they may not be gradeable as they would not fit in the inner well without sliding around. Once you post those pics up, tag Steve Ricketts, he’d likely be able to tell you. FWIW, I recall someone posting up a sold listing a couple years ago in the “Celebrate the manufacturing errors” thread on the CGC forums….a DC Universe logo variant of a Catwoman issue that...

Any point in getting tattered childhood comics restored?

karn9

8

2 monthsHulkSmash (10699): Fixed; sort of. $10 raw book.. check $30 in grading costs.. check $10 book graded Sells for break even or loss… the math is good with this one.

Independent Comic Creator Seeking Feedback: Help Shape My Next Project!

PORECHKA

3

2 monthsPORECHKA (11): Thank you, sir, for the kind words, but I am but a humble writer of that project :'(

Bags and Boards

karn9

12

2 monthsHulkSmash (10699): I prefer standard/Silver size Mylar for all books (from silver to later of course) I like the extra buffer around the edges and provide a little bit of room for thicker books. I prefer half-backs for all around use as well. if I feel I need the support of a full-back then I just double up. It sounds not picky when we explain what size bag and board thickness we use and for what, but Mylar bags do not flex or stretch like poly bags. A...

Authorized CBCS Dealer – Based in Germany!

Presskammer

1

2 monthsPresskammer (33): Hi everyone! I’m thrilled to announce that I’m now an Authorized CBCS Dealer and I'm based in Langerwehe, Germany. This is great news for comic collectors not only in Germany but also for collectors in the Netherlands and Belgium, making it easier than ever to submit your comics for grading through me! Why Submit Through Me? As an authorized dealer, I can handle all aspects of your comic’s submission to CBCS. Whether you're looking...

Newbie with newb questions (sorry)

JCDiaz

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2 monthsJCDiaz (28): Thanks for all the welcomes! I just received an email that they are now in "processing" status. Very exciting stuff! https://media.giphy.com/media/Fo1cy8mqGDvbjpJBB7/giphy.gif?cid=790b7611nj6sf710fsd68pgbwo32ck0i8gnfgqz3eqotr6t3&ep=v1_gifs_search&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g

NYCC Funko Question

drchaos

5

2 monthsBelarak (1201): I was in the cue also. I only have tickets for Thursday and Friday. I didn't get a reservation either. You have to remember the VIP ticket holders had their own cue last week. It's likely they took most of the reservation slots. I received notification that they were sold out by 12:20.

Any tips for a first time submission?

Doghouse

18

2 monthsHulkSmash (10699): Sometimes there is confusion when entering a promo on the online form. The above will show you what it’s allaboot.

New Comic Book Trading Packs!* thoughts?

TheShocker

10

3 monthsSpiderTim (3371): where can I get a pack?

Marvel Overpower Insert Cards

DoorCntyComicColl

10

3 monthsxkonk (17876): My brother and I played Overpower a bit when we were younger. It's a collectable card game like Magic or Pokemon. It was fun enough but I don't know if the cards are worth anything or if it would be worth trying to track down a set to play at this point.

Canada Fan Expo

drchaos

4

3 monthsdrchaos (29096): Wrapped everything up and left the show around 5pm Saturday. Between going out for drinks Friday night, getting up early each day for the show, and driving to the show on Thursday I got a much needed 13 hours of sleep that night. Finally got home yesterday afternoon after taking a day to enjoy Niagra Falls and giving myself some time to recover from the grind.

No comic book stores in Kingman, AZ!!!

Galen130

5

3 monthsPhilCoulson (1430): Good luck, Galen and wish you the best. I don't blame you for moving due to the inferred reasons. I'm living in Houston for the last 12 years and I like it here but the heat and humidity (and mosquitos) are insufferable. If our plans work out we will retire in Tennessee in a few years.

Anyone know anything about these books?

Nate79

13

4 monthsNuffsaid111 (20048): Because the guy is a P.O.S.

Can CBCS crack a CGC or PGX slab in order to grade the book?

CWill2021

9

4 monthsComicNinja0215 (5569): I sent two CGC slabs in and I wasn't charged for cracking.

Verified Signatures

Dippityderp

4

4 monthsSigur_Ros (4402): SpiderTim is correct. They're already verified as long as they are sealed. But what $5 sig verification are you referring to?

How would you rather 0.5?

jaysonslade

16

4 monthsxkonk (17876): I would generally go with A like everyone else, but I also have some sympathy for whichever has the nicer front cover. They're both 0.5 so you might as well go with what looks good.

Reholder

dartelum

47

4 monthsGaard (3403): cool

UK price stamps

James42

5

4 monthsJames42 (4579): @Studley_Dudley That is a fantastic start, thank-you. I work for a UK-based company; I think I need to start agitating for a trip to the home office, since they keep sending me all over the US for stupid reasons.

First post here: a few thoughts about the new labels, CS, etc.

Artizan

17

5 monthsNearmint67 (12383): @radd76 Nope....

Grading Opinion Neded (X-Men #137)

PORECHKA

11

5 monthsPORECHKA (11): I really appreciate your opinion guys - that's helping me to improve as my own kind of grader and form my opinions! I'm seeing now a lot of potential stuff that I could've been missed myself. Unfortunately - book is yet have to arrive to me and I'm living far away from USA, so I'll get back to you with more detailed pictures and close-ups of the book itself, so we can keep that discussion open after that. Thank you! :)

Comic Shops in Philly?

DWeeB1967

7

5 monthsVrishnak (926): Good to see mention of my home town and the photos. Thank you for that.

Questions on Crossing CGC Qualified to CBCS

ATinyTurtle

16

5 monthsSigur_Ros (4402): If they're witnessed, they don't need to be verified. 👍

Forum "@" function

Wade_Story

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5 monthsHulkSmash (10699): @Wade_Story good to know. I’ve always assumed using @ would prompt further efforts of contacting that person directly, but you know how that goes. Or in this case I suppose you don’t. I would not expect someone to catch every tag notification.

Does anyone know...

Scifinator

1

6 monthsScifinator (15822): Do any of the Forum members know Dave Boggs (Admin/Mod of Facebook COMIC BOOKS BUY SELL AND TRADE group)? If so, please DM me. Thanks much.

What would the CBCS Forum members do/prefer?

Scifinator

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6 monthsJames42 (4579): I have already stated that I don't care much about page quality of a graded book, as I can't see it. I also expect the 7.5 will present better, since page quality is a factor in the grade. So I would keep the 7.5.

Startling Comics 49 poster

jaysonslade

9

6 monthsjaysonslade (217): @Scifinator thank you

Re-Certifying (Re-Grading) Comics - Strikeouts, On Base, and Home Runs.

Scifinator

13

6 monthsDoorCntyComicColl (188): Something I wanted to explain to the younger collectors that love to slab books as opposed to keeping them raw. I was buying books as a kid back in the late 70's and 80's. This is a copy of Ka-Zar the Savage #1 from 1981 that Brent Anderson signed at a Chicago Con back in 1981 when I bought it right when it came out. I am thinking about getting it slabbed by CBCS for signature authentication though the book does have some color breaking spine...

Whats this?? (Batman #404)

TheShocker

12

7 monthsTheShocker (595): Thank you, I recently moved out of state but could not take my whole collection. The unit is suppose to be temp controlled but when I was there it was hotter than normal. I will do my best to.move everything over and swap bag n boards asap. Thanks to everyone for their input on this.

Autograph value

ICConquest

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7 monthsJoosh (4179): I agree. This is my only owned remarque because I really like it. It caught my eye at a comicon and I had to have it. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/5fd080b97266128221e015413df00dec.jpg

Greg Weisman con sig fee?

TheShocker

1

7 monthsTheShocker (595): Just wondering if anyone here knows the Greg Weisman's signature policy and or fee.

Covrprice, Gocollect or another app? Which one?

spcardfan

8

7 monthsspcardfan (111): @MurrayC @x860x @KatKomics @Nearmint67 Thank you all for taking the time to answer. I'm going with Covrprice. I'm not a seller but would like to have some idea occasionally of the value. @x860x I to have a terrible memory and whenever I'm in a shop or at a convention my plan(s)completely go out of my brain (squirrel). @katkomics I can absolutely agree with excel but I simply don't want it use it. I want a GUI interface. @MurrayC Thanks for the...

Encapsulate and ship

Nickrob1234

5

7 monthsScifinator (15822): Hence, the other side of my "One thing to consider is that sometimes the notification flow could be backed up" comment.

Help Identifying Mystery Page of Art

drchaos

13

7 monthsMurrayC (2855): Now that you have BOTH the original art and a color image of the page, might I suggest you do what I do? https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2a0f85bc840077107d1614c0441cd8b7.jpg

Jungle Girl 1 variant (Dave Stevens)

jaysonslade

16

7 monthsKatKomics (30267): lol...curse of getting old? "When I was young"....it only cost $X to..go to movies, have fast food, to get this or that comic etc. etc.

Requesting Advice For Selling At A Con?

00slim

27

7 monthsdrmccoy74 (13527): I wonder if you used to do the old Creation Conventions back in the day. I used to love going to those as a shorty. Star Trek and Comic Books. How can you beat that? Bonus: even the original Star Trek cast were still relatively young!

CGC horror story from mega con watch

Zombie_Head

22

7 monthssoutherncross (32924): Yeah I saw that video but not knowing the graders notes I presume the book has defects that keep it as a 3.5 No matter taking out the spine roll and pressing and starching a book that has defects that can't be pressed away and keeps it a 3.5 is ever going to change. Though he did say he had a conversation with Matt we were not there to hear. It was possible that Matt said the book could increase in grade and it's possible he said it may...

American TV Comic Books from the Small Screen to the Printed Page

jaysonslade

5

7 monthsjaysonslade (217): @soonerjudd81 Great! Don’t know how I missed that. Thanks!

Help what is this?.(foxing mold or something else?)

TheShocker

18

8 monthsHulkSmash (10699): https://media0.giphy.com/media/fdxr6HXgRIotTezDQa/200w.gif?cid=82a1493b7jo60pdjbx729kti24j6azznmmyfj3n3ib8aju43&ep=v1_gifs_related&rid=200w.gif&ct=g

Cover artist for Rick and Morty 50 SDCC Variant?

drchaos

2

8 monthsCli4dR3D0g (5336): Marc Ellerby?

CBCS Website Changes

Scifinator

2

8 monthsfigment (20278): Looks like they've been given the "official corporate version" of the HTML cascading style sheets. And yes, that is from a computer nerd in Corporate America who has been there and done that. I blame the marketing department!

GPA Request Wilbur #5 6.0

Studley_Dudley

4

8 monthsxkonk (17876): If I found the right issue, there's a 5.5 sitting on MCS from (I believe) our own DrChaos https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?ivitems=7966751#58054510 . He has it at $1360.

How identifiable are back covers by themselves?

dielinfinite

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8 monthsSidTheSquid (1529): The grading company could receive other pages or a front cover along with the back cover in question, all to be slabbed separately. Comparing staple holes along with page quality could prove that the back cover came from the same book as the other pieces. I've heard of back covers being rejected when this wasn't the case and they couldn't determine which book it was from.

Do they grade down on distributor ink on cover

desslocktx

13

8 monthssborock_ComicLink (4715): 🤣🤣🤣

Any Personal Experience with Hero Restoration? Part II

GTS_Comics

18

8 monthsroadhawk84 (1): For those affected or simply curious... 👀

Best type of marker for sig lenticular

TheShocker

18

8 monthsTheShocker (595): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/52d4a7855cb19e16f73fc5bbdea78b2e.jpg

Value of Ratio Comics

Caffeine_Kid

10

9 monthsx860x (82): I can't wait until the day I get to cash in my 300 copies of Adventures of Superman #500!

Rusty Staples/ Storage Question

mattness

9

9 monthsmattness (1530): Thanks for everyone’s response. Your experience and time is much appreciated!

I'm A Little Confused on Shaolin Cowboy Issue 1

Dealiod

2

9 monthsHerkzy (296): https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?TID=545211 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/9895498fa461204671b97f2da22f5397.png

Football/Soccer comics?

kaituber99

12

9 monthskaituber99 (11): Thanks @southerncross @DWeeB1967 @RRO 🙏 🙏 🙏

Any Advice on Selling Comics in a Garage Sale?

Dealiod

18

9 monthsMutantMania (6028): @Dealiod no worries....yeah I got the info from mcs as well.

CBCS Pulp Grading?

NowGrade

1

9 monthsNowGrade (12): Could not find a Platinum tab for this inquiry. What are CBCS's plans, if any, to begin grading Pulps?

Any luck getting a customer service response?

IRFauthentics

11

9 monthsBrashLimburg (130): This is disheartening to hear. How hard can it be to get a functioning customer service department up and running in 2024?

Sendin in slabbed books

Zorro

9

9 monthsmakahuka (3133): Welcome!

Tracking a CBCS invoice

firestorm35

4

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): What HulkSmash said.

Invalid Comic/Magazine

xabbott

6

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): @SteveRicketts super help!

Why do you get books graded?

Wade_Story

51

10 monthschefcomics (163): i graded to sell period........

3M Command Strips

stanley_1883

13

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): 🤣

Is this a printing error?

jaysonslade

7

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): In the first image posted, some interesting things going on in the shape of Spaceghost and his cape, or maybe it's the slab.

What does cbcs consider to be the first full appearance of the following:

comicnoob69

5

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): Good question about appearances.

Madde - what is this?

MrNotSoNice

9

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): 🤣

2024 list your top 3 titles in your pull.

TheShocker

16

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): Great books.

Shipping with USPS

n01sycricket

9

10 monthsmakahuka (3133): Nice info.

Where can I see an accurate price guide for each of my Green Lantern comics

Comicscollection

10

10 monthsNDS (456): Thanks @Nearmint67! That was very informative. I am primarily using GoCollect for slabbed books and that seems to be on par with his analysis. Haha... I did love his initial answer, though. Use all of them! I see why if he's playing raw and slabbed and buying selling on large volumes. Makes sense. I appreciate the input. NDS..

CBCS imaging for all books?

uncannyjames

9

10 monthsNuffsaid111 (20048): 100% I waffle from Mickey Mouse company to pure Dog Manure. Depends on my level of ire towards them on that particular day. They'd be out of business in any other business environment with real competition

Need help identifying comic professionals signature

RedDawnRocker

10

11 monthsRedDawnRocker (6): I believe Chris Ulm was the only editor for Malibu before Marvel took over in the early 00s. It doesn't appear to be Dave Ohlbririch (the company head)or Tom Mason (I believe he was a VP at the time) either. The signature doesn't seem to come close to any of those three though.

A Blast From The Past, With A Side Of Confusion (Sonic #25)

00slim

4

11 monthsmakahuka (3133): Very cool.

Does cbcs do this?

chrisml

3

11 monthsmakahuka (3133): Good to know.

WTB Wonder Woman 177

stanley_1883

8

1 yearstanley_1883 (2001): 1968

WHAT REFERENCES ARE THERE FOR LISTS OF INTERNATIONAL COMICS?

RareComics

12

1 yearSGT_Comics (250): I'm the same SGT Comics as is an admin for the SICC, https://siccforum.proboards.com/ I drifted away after posting as many references and topics as I could think of and not getting much traction, but that was about 4-6 years ago.

It Never Hurts To Ask...

DWeeB1967

20

1 yearDWeeB1967 (12393): @EbayMafia Still a very cool book!!

Help identifying signsture

drchaos

4

1 yeardrchaos (29096): Mark Farmer was at Terrificon in 2019. It is entirely possible that he signed the book for me there. Thanks for the quick response.

mycomicshop.com down?

GTS_Comics

18

1 yearmakahuka (3133): Error page, probably maintenance.

Can I add pressing to an order that has already been mailed in?

Boba

5

1 yearcesidio (2342): I would suggest pm to SteveRicketts. He'd be able to give you best opinion I suspect

Time Travel

stanley_1883

28

1 yearOldfuzznts (476): Getting rolled up on in the chat be like: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b09asWzbeBw

Gaming the system

Oldfuzznts

30

1 yearNeutrons (262): nuff said. @Nuffsaid111

Chimney vs comicbooks

TheShocker

12

1 yearTheShocker (595): I'll defenetly will be reading by the fire thanks everyone for all.your input on this. I feel at ease now.

Covers inspired by Action Comics #1

CWill2021

29

1 yearCWill2021 (952): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/95e93b20a546b2c25eb76fc15b7c5327.jpg

Manga Grading

supreme_comics

4

1 yearmakahuka (3133): Definitely have some books that aren't conventional sizes.

What am I seeing #2?

sportshort

19

1 yearCerebus3000 (634): All of the CPV I have seen have a UPC as if they were a newsstand in addition to the price difference. Being Canadian and of that era I have a bunch. However, I’m not sure if they actually were newsstand.

Rare variant of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #29 issue

Roxainer

10

1 yearRoxainer (19): @Sigur_Ros @docsantos51 @Nuffsaid111 @makahuka Thank you all for the very kind and detailed answers, you are helping me a lot!

How do I perform a split transaction on an invoice? Can I call CBCS?

Wond3rWom4n

7

1 yearIronMan (6255): CBCS does not list a customer service phone number. However, the email response time is quick. My last email got an answer just a few hours later. Usually it's just one or two days. As other's have mentioned, calling the bank first is probably the fast and simple solution.

It's spelled HEATH BAR.. not HEALTH BARS!

CWill2021

9

1 yearmakahuka (3133): A bomb bar!

Help possible water damage???:(

TheShocker

21

1 yearmakahuka (3133): Dang, what a bummer, and welcome to the forum.

Very Old CBCS IDs - want to re-slab but system won't accept ID

Corben

6

1 yearmakahuka (3133): Nice info.

Direct VS newsstand

Stonecollector

10

1 yearmakahuka (3133): Forum dropping knowledge.👍

Should SHAZAM be included in the new DCEU James Gunn movies?

CWill2021

9

1 yearsportshort (17809): Ditto! Holly mackerel! what a dumpster fire that move was. I had such high hopes for it.

MCS Consignment Payments

chester15

16

1 yearchester15 (2060): Thanks for all the input and good advice!

Little Rock Comic Con

Zombie_Head

1

1 yearZombie_Head (3535): Just wondering if anyone going to Little Rock Arkansas comic Con next weekend?

Natural disasters

MrNotSoNice

11

1 yearRafel (4049): I would think the percentage is low. I know all of us in the FORUM have some rare and expensive comic books $2,000.00 on up and I'm willing to bet those books slabbed or raw are in a safe place a very safe place. The only comic books lost would be the ones that people have forgotten about or not even known what they were in an attic somewhere.

Blacking out serial numbers

jaysonslade

20

1 yearNuffsaid111 (20048): I figure it's to create illusion and mystery that ultimately spawns new forum threads ;)

Express Promo Code?

BroughtB

3

1 yearBroughtB (1): Promo is working on the site now!

Miracle Mile comic shops

jaysonslade

4

1 yearjaysonslade (217): @KMiracleman thank you!

CBCS Forum Spam??

DWeeB1967

21

1 yearDrogio (7992): “DoggyKyle”…that’s pretty funny.

International Customs Delay

Kbskomics

3

1 yearKbskomics (3): I did send them an email yesterday as soon as I was aware of the situation. Presumably because of the weekend I should expect a reply early next week. I don't even know what most of those abbreviations are, only familiar with VAT. Based on previous submissions, they include a note to customs that says that they are returning the books to their original owner, but on their way to the US I can only mark them as "temporary export" /...

Magazine Slab Storage

MrNotSoNice

14

1 yearHulkSmash (10699): EGerber may your best bet. You may not need 5 but you will more than likely pay the same price for 1 if you find it elsewhere like any other EG product.

Grade it or not?

James42

9

1 yearEbayMafia (37274): Is she bowling in that drawing?

Does the authorized witness program still exist?

chirock

3

1 yeardielinfinite (26821): Yes it does. You have to email Matt Edwards at medwards@cbcscomics.com to request authorization. They are resistant to authorize witnesses at shows CBCS will be attending, which I appreciate, so expect some push back. I had to push a bit to get authorized for SDCC, a massive show that is difficult for even CGC to cover, much less CBCS’ three-man team. I don’t think that ingratiated me to them so we’ll see if they authorize me again...

Grade Opinions: ASM 129

dielinfinite

8

1 yearjaysonslade (217): I’d just pay the $100 more and go with the 3.0. Too many variables on a 1.8 that actually presents very closely to what a 1.5 would. But… that being said, I’m not much of a fan of signed comics, verified or not.

Where to shop near the Las Vegas strip??

jaysonslade

5

1 yearcyrano0521 (1303): Cosmic Comics

Sending CGC to CBCS

SpiderStrange99

19

1 yearInstant_Subtitles (1323): @SpiderStrange99 Two questions, both answered. - Is it for your long-term/permanent collection? If yes, then do it if you like how CBCS slabs their comics. There are risks, and there are no guarantees that you will see a grade bump. But in the end, it is more about your collection than how others collect. If no, see my response below. - Is this for a profit flip or a trade? If yes, then I say the risk outweighs the reward. You are better...

Galaxy Con in Columbus Oh. Will CBCS be there?

Zombie_Head

6

1 yearZombie_Head (3535): @mpweigl I hope so.

Wanted Boards?

ratwoodster

6

1 yearratwoodster (35): Thanks everyone I will definitely post it here!

Looking for advice in selling *to* MCS.

James42

4

1 yearHulkSmash (10699): They do collection buys. I do not know if they have a minimum quantity requirement, but I would ask them and it would be much easier than going through the 500 to see what they are currently buying let alone shipping 100s of books. I’d imagine it would be worthwhile for them to purchase the entire lot even if it includes books they are not currently interested in on an individual basis.

WTB Ruins

stanley_1883

9

1 yearSpiderTim (3371): It's written by Warren Ellis so how can it not be good? this book lately has risen in price and rightfully so.

CBCS Rejection

Retired_11B

15

1 yearSteveRicketts (19130): Oooh! I can give a second opinion! CBCS doesn't grade or encapsulate "Jay Company" issued books. There's no need for a third opinion.

Is higher grade worth a missing corner of the cover??

jaysonslade

8

1 yearsoutherncross (32924): Depends how both books look. I'm less worried about a piece missing out of the back cover of a book then the front cover. If the lower grade book only has spine creases and doesn't have large diagonal creases then maybe the lower grade book. You can have two different technical grades, sometimes the lower grade book has better eye appeal at first glance so it all depends what you think, what defects and are they on the front or back cover. And...

Questions About Pressing

StonewallAT

22

1 yearDrWatson (54356): @cesidio No, not really. It can lift some paint pens.

Will Low E Windows Protect My Slabs?

Oracle_of_Hope

12

1 yearDavethebrave (16787): It’s where I keep all my wonderful toys.

Does anyone collect 2000AD? Judge Dredd? Post your comics!

BartAllen

7

1 yearrapturestar (9): Man... I wish I had the signature from Brian along with Stallone & Karl Urban!

Miracleman #1 "Gold Variant" Club

BartAllen

28

1 yearBartAllen (49): My second Miracleman Eclipse badge: https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/A9kAAOSw8atkcRWt/s-l1600.jpg

OT: Be$t Grading Company for Sports Cards

DWeeB1967

7

1 yearflanders (27407): Maybe here: https://www.reddit.com/r/baseballcards/ But I don't know from personal experience and I'm not a big fan of reddit.

Which Scanner Can Scan CGC, CBCS and Magazine Size Slabs?

Vboi

13

2 yearsDrWatson (54356): Scanned with our new Plustek scanner and VueScan: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/bc5ddfa2c40d64a16f766c3741d1617c.jpg

G.I. Joe A Real American Hero #1 BAGGED

DrJohnDisco

4

2 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Im in the @HulkSmash camp with the bag deterioration. I don't believe the bag adds any kind of premium at all, In fact I think it detracts from the book. If Im a buyer of a Key book like GI Joe #1, My interest would be in the actual condition of the book itself without the bag. If I owned bagged copies I would remove them from those dirty old bags and have them cleaned, pressed and Graded.

SELL or HOLD?

Scifinator

34

2 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Thanks for the suggestion. I only have 2 books for sig verification, a Spider Man 1 signed by McFarlane with his Spiders Web store stamp on the BC and the IG 1. Shipping and insurance to CBCS for those 2 books would cost me about the same as what I’d save on those 2 books. There’s nothing time sensitive WRT either of those books; no movies coming out etc. I will sub them at Baltimore in October, it’ll cut out the risk of shipping...

What are the smallest size comics CBCS grades?

RareComics

18

2 yearsSpaceguy (37): What are the smallest size comics CBCS grades? I think I have the answer you're looking for- 1). The Atom 2). Ant-Man 3). Dollman 4). The Atom- Golden Age

Promo Question

Retired_11B

13

2 yearsRetired_11B (812): I actually stopped collecting in 2004, and my boxes were placed in the attic and forgotten until recently. My neighbor is a collector and got me back into it. So currently I am on the look out for variant covers, art work covers, and signatures. I just got the email that my books that I turned in at Galaxy Con here in Richmond were getting ready to ship. These will be my first with CBCS. I do have some getting ready with a presser to head...

Manhattan Shops?

Themaxx35

2

2 yearspower_struggle55 (6933): only one I know of is one you mentioned (Midtown). just google comic shops in manhattan

Out of curiosity, what book do you find yourself stumbling upon most often?

00slim

12

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): I've honestly been to garage sales where there are stacks and stacks being offered for a $0.25 each. Not an exaggeration. I just leave them there as I don't even want to bother putting them in my car and having the grief of having to get rid of them while occupying space in a box.

My comic shop autions 4-17-2023

cesidio

4

2 yearsRareComics (1283): The auction is online now.

Which one is accurately graded???

Scifinator

25

2 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): This

We need lettered “tier levels” for green labels and .5 grades

jaysonslade

29

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): @jaysonslade do you ever scan the QR code on the back of the CBCS labels to see the grader notes? In my opinion that's a much better way than trying to put the actual notes on the labels. I agree with you that more information is better, that's why I think the qualified label is important. The ".5 Incomplete" grade is pointless. I don't just want a professional opinion of what's missing...I could do that myself. I want to get a...

covrprice website down?

Cdantiks

3

2 yearsCdantiks (67): it's back. just logged on. thanks

Should I Go Back Tomorrow?

00slim

49

2 years00slim (17954): Well, I never received an e-mail update about the Bernie signature, so, I signed into my Beckett account to make sure my order was received. Not only was it received, it was complete. A couple clicks later and I got some good news! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/9f0f8c917e0b702cae0b999491764ae7.jpg

Help with Grade: FF48

Eclipse9665

14

2 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): The book looks trimmed and there is a lot of edge oxidation, I’d pass.

Anyone know who’s signature this is?

Josh7945

20

2 yearsHeinzDad (35037): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/cdcfaa80a0552a6e42c97a4beef5d100.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/23908596493325f34271743e9107926e.jpg

Any Locking UV Protected Display Options For High End Books?

00slim

13

2 years00slim (17954): We have cameras on the outside of the house and an alarm system in place. And my collection is insured. The UV protection is certainly the main thing keeping me from just putting my AF 15 on a shelf. I’m not really expecting anyone to grab it and walk out with it. This is more like, “hey kids, look, don’t touch. Oh, but even if you wanted to, you can’t”. 😌

Proof someone is monitoring my posts...

Scifinator

5

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YvAYIJSSZY

Doom Patrol Scratch Off Covers

Josh7945

6

2 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): Like 80-81 Topps Hockey cards. Leave it alone. If it's scratched off or even marked up a bit it'll grade lower.

ASM 361 (2nd Print) Question?

00slim

8

2 years00slim (17954): Nice. 361 (2nd print) is on my list for the near future.

Guide to Grading Comics

jaysonslade

3

2 yearscodychunn (134): Highly recommend the Overstreet Guide to Grading Comics. Lots of photo references and a section with the same issue number of a title pictured from High grade to low grade, pointing out the key reasons. Overstreet's been at this a while, so I trust them.

Dealer Account / Witness

Geekme

8

2 yearsGeekme (17): Is Matt the one to contact for a dealer account as well?

Website error

Abyss919

21

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @HulkSmash I've had a browser populate things for me that it thought I wanted and it was wrong. Clearing the browser history couldn't hurt at all.

Grading Opinion?

DWeeB1967

18

2 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): For now, I've kind of done nothing with this one. I'm still interested in the book at the right price but I have not yet made what I consider to be a fair offer. I may reach out to the dealer in the next few days and see what they say.

CBCS Payment

unkownmikevictor

6

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): That happened to me one time a while back with a submission that had both pre-screen and non-pre-screen books in it. I received a credit for the book(s) that didn't pass pre-screen (I don't remember how many books).

Am I seeing DOUBLE? 1942 Action Comics/ Detective Comics/ Whiz Comics cool!

CWill2021

3

2 yearsCWill2021 (952): Yes I love the Golden Age historical stories, lot of them!

HELP

Yoosh5492

15

2 yearsGAC (75224): https://youtu.be/MKUex3fci5c

Do we still have regional reps?

codychunn

1

2 yearscodychunn (134): Just checking as I tried to email the "southeast" rep and it bounced. Haven't heard back from customer support in a couple of days...

I Have Some Questions About The Form

Bryce

7

2 yearsThelastpearce (164): One thing not covered by the above advisors who did a spectacular job by the way, is when using E-bay, click on the advanced tab and check sold listing so that you what the book actually sold for not what someone has it listed at. Also you can use other sites that sell comics regularly and probably have more reliable values than Ebay. clickable text clickable text clickable text

Determining worth and how to store?

WndrWmn74

6

2 yearsDavethebrave (16787): First draft original? Copy of first draft? Huge difference in value. What did Beckett authenticate? I assume just the signature. Provenance will matter to determine value if it’s an original draft (and also if a limited but authorized copy). Storage of paper docs is similar (comics or other paper). I think others covered it already. Sorry to hear how you came into possession but it is quite an interesting piece of history. Edit:...

Darkman 1 1990 Marvel FMV?

Briten

8

2 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): If it ever gets a reboot, directs will hit around $450 IMHO. This movie does have a cult following but yeah, currently it’s not much to swoon over as far as profiting from pressing/slabbing. Still worth it, if you press your own books and prescreen for 9.8’s. That’s what I love about coppers, you can buy books like this out of $1 boxes - but you have to know how to predict grades and press them yourself- Otherwise if you sink...

ASM #179 Whitman variant

MrNotSoNice

9

2 yearsFads89 (4546): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/4391f946c32546929956c8bd51338b27.jpg

Long Beach Antique Market

esaravo

15

2 yearsesaravo (98813): Met up with the legendary @flanders today in Santa Monica at Geoffrey’s Hi De Ho Comics. Can you believe this guy took the time to meet me on his birthday? Such a humble and gracious person. Once again I am blown away by how great everyone is on this forum. We were able to chat for a while at the comic store and then over coffees and donuts. My trip to California might not have been the greatest for finding comics, but it could not have been...

Japanese Comics?

Bryce

13

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @power_struggle55 I'd be interested in seeing those!

How Do I Verify Old Autographs?

Bryce

11

2 yearsmulti007 (4218): This ^^ I used the wrong form and they emailed me a with the correction. you don’t have to worry about making a mistake because they will fix it for you.

What If.. I don’t know the date of the signature

M1ster_E

8

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): If the signature is already on the book, you need to ask for a VERIFIED signature and not an authentic one. 'Authentic' is for a witnessed signature and you need the date it was witnessed. For verified you don't need a date. If you're seeing a request for a date, you need to cancel and ask for the other type of signature.

Thanks Cynthia

Zombie_Head

14

2 yearsfigment (20278): On my previous visit to CBCS/Beckett I asked about the GIANT empty room behind reception and was told it's reserved for Customer Service. Now they just need to get people in there! And yes, Cynthia is the best!

Unable to select 'Press Screen'

MrNotSoNice

6

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @MrNotSoNice My pleasure! :)

Jim Shooter Chronology

Scifinator

16

2 yearsmulti007 (4218): Sometimes you just gotta bid on auctions... I messaged a few people selling this book. I offered $550 to one guy (who is selling sneakers mostly). He's selling this for $950. His counter offer was $850. I declined and decided to bid on the auction. Just won the book for $410. Will be cracked and heading to CGC for the shooter signing. :) ...

Grade Help Please

Abcjniq

15

2 yearslawguy1977 (6735): @esaravo I agree as well. As for the actual book you want to submit, I agree with the others, it's likely going to get knocked down from a 9.8. Welcome to the forum!

Order says SHIPPED, but no movement…

WndrWmn74

6

2 yearsmulti007 (4218): Shipping from Texas has been delayed for about 2 weeks due to the ice storms. My Steve Rickets sketch cover said "shipped" starting on Jan 25. But fedex JUST picked it up yesterday from cbcs. Even My Comic Shop has been shut down for about 2 weeks now. (I missed out on a private signing because they didnt ship the order in time before the deadline). It is what it is...

Fantastic Four 252 NEWSSTAND w/Lakeside Tattooz?

jaysonslade

5

2 yearsjaysonslade (217): Thanks for all the great info!! Much appreciated.

Processing

PikesComics

10

2 yearsScifinator (15822): @PikesComics - The “Tracker” is a fairly new addition and obviously has kinks to be worked out. I am guessing the other two trackers you are referring to may be the Dashboard and the Invoice hyperlink. If so, that is actually really 1 tracker in that the dashboard will give the general description, but the Print Invoice tends to give a further sub-level of the multiple stages of the “Grading” category which are the grading, labels,...

1st Appearances/ cameo

Scifinator

46

2 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): @EbayMafia Does it affect the story?

Cosmic Mashup! Vote for who wins!

CWill2021

12

2 yearsDrWatson (54356): Magic. Magic trumps everything, even Superman.

authentication services

donho

39

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): How about "CGC is incompetent". Now THAT would be cool!

Grade help please

Zombie_Head

6

2 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Thanks everyone. Appreciate the answers.

Todd McFarlane

tierney1997

33

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): Darwin didn't anticipate the internet. Survival of the fittest became survival of the loudest.

Selling on ebay

sylcarlin

23

2 yearsMutantMania (6028): Basic ebay store $21.95 per month for annual subscription. Zero Insertion fee listings: Up to 1,000 fixed price + up to 250 auction-style + an additional 10,000 fixed pricing listings in select categories** There is also a starter ebay store which is $4.95 per month for annual subscription. Zero Insertion fee listings: up to 250 listings The managed payments is mandatory for any ebay sellers account

Batman and Martian Manhunter VS Iron Man and Silver Surfer! Who wins?

CWill2021

23

2 yearsGAC (75224): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/8b7cf8a0878ccf5e94bbccd79e4bf081.jpg

Marvel Comic Recommendations for 8-11 year kids

DWeeB1967

25

2 yearsDrogio (7992): Reminds me of an old garbage pail kid card. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/64e4c307edefa88063ae620630f5e59b.jpg

Baltimore Comic Con

Sebastsk8

138

2 yearsSpiderTim (3371): [quote=MyComicShop]Some pics I took at the show: Steve working with an art collector https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c65c624b4ef8a008c19e4a05a0759290.jpg that's Steve working with me on my consignments!

Should i Consider this a loss? Image Zero signed by original Image creators

Adler28

15

2 yearsAdler28 (13): Thank you Steve, I haven't heard any information yet and i will be vigilant and be as patient as possible. Thank you again for reaching out to them. (Sorry i missed the email on the reply)

Slabbed heroes can you cancel orders

actionnerdtoys

16

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): No argument here. I won't be buying from that seller either.

Tracker vs Dashboard status

PikesComics

6

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): Does anyone know why my order is still in Processing? :) :)

Comic not listed on submission form

Lothran

10

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): @Lothran You should be aware of the information above before you ship it off. It won't be in a case, and the declared value needs to be low enough to qualify for Raw Grade (I believe $250 is still max).

Tmnt #51 grade?

Flip1987

6

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): I agree that without that corner bend, it could potentially be a 9.6 candidate. Any success in pressing at all would bring up the grade, and the book presents so nicely because the bend only affects the back cover. If it were mine, I'd seriously consider getting it pressed. There will always be buyers for good-looking TMNT books.

Comic Press Screening Questions

ratwoodster

9

2 yearsratwoodster (35): Thank you everyone for the responses! Glad to hear pressing is ramping up @SteveRicketts. I had figured that might be the case, since it wouldn't be good for CBCS's business for it to always be so far out compared to CGC's TAT at the moment. Since I am not in a rush to get my books back, it wasn't a big concern to me as much.

Updating Shipping Address

BooksOfRage

9

2 yearsBooksOfRage (236): No dice. When my future shipments are rejected and returned to sender, perhaps that will trigger a review on their end.

Transporting a large quantity of comics

drchaos

101

2 yearsdrchaos (29096): Sales have varied from week to week but have been pretty good since the lockdown started in 2020. When I completed an inventory on my ebay books I found that I had about 2,000 slabs that were not listed. When the inventory I took down from ebay comes online with the additional books along with the books coming back from CBCS and the McFarlane signing 2023 should be ly best year yet.

Thoughts on blank cover for specific sketch idea?

Sebastsk8

4

2 yearsSebastsk8 (2354): @James42 very good point - may have to limit it to the more well known symbiotes. @dielinfinite awesome, yeah I'm actually thinking more along the lines of remarques than sketches probably for the border as there wouldn't be much room for detail, just hopefully enough to get the point across which symbiotes they are. If I limit it to like 8 that would give a good portion of the center for a more detailed version of either venom or knull - and I...

First time submitting, and there are errors…

lukkychukky

26

2 yearsScifinator (15822): @lukkychukky - I have had occasions to send back items to CBCS (old style clip cracks and swapped labels). At first I waited for CS response, but realized that I could just send in with explanation and contact info like @Sigur_Ros mentioned, along with a request for credit to reimburse for the shipping coat back to them. Make sure to be point out what you want insured at for the shipping back, in case a Samsonite gorilla gets hold of your...

Question on FedEx Delivery from CBCS

KaptainKia

7

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Oh, yeah. This happens all the time, and the real fun is they do it at my place even when I'm home! I've seen the driver run up to my door, drop off the parcel, and say 'UPS/FedEx' before running off, and this is for parcels that are supposed to 'signature required.' Dude doesn't even knock.

Advice on a new run to collect

Studley_Dudley

79

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Simonson's Thor is excellent. Great art, great storytelling. Love it.

Production & Processing

Archived84

8

2 yearsxkonk (17876): I personally wouldn't bother with the tracker (and I only pay some attention to what it says on the invoice online). Read the TAT threads or "books I got back" threads to see what orders are coming back and when they're from, and use that as a comparison for your order.

Customer Service Request

camkelly

17

2 yearsZombie_Head (3535): 2 1/2 months no contact back yet still waiting.

Help with TMNT 1986

Cdantiks

10

2 yearsCdantiks (67): Thanks to all for the great responce.

Shipment cancelled?

lukkychukky

2

2 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): Could be that CBCS cancelled the label they first created. May have been an error on it. They'll probably send another email with a new tracking number. At least you'd hope so. Could always contact customer service about it. Lol...

Finding out what grade your books got...

lukkychukky

15

2 yearslukkychukky (48): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/8b4646f11abf59e5d798086736a7647a.jpg Well, I accidentally saw the grade, but that’s okay. They authenticated the signatures and that’s all that matters!

Could I get some insight on why my book got the grade it did?

SoulReaverDan

27

2 yearsJoosh (4179): The question has been answered thoroughly so all I want to say is this forum is the best. A valid question was asked. Valid answers were given; not a keyboard warrior in site. 😎

Todd McFarlane cover I didn’t know existed

Zombie_Head

12

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @cyrano0521 Very cool! Love the foreign variant covers.

Thoughts on the book I bought

Zombie_Head

12

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @ComicHoarder You make some good points, but you also have to do some research sometimes. This baby, for example, may not have any signatures on it (no way am I opening up that slab), but... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3d703921af4c51ec90f850cb171cf577.jpg Folks will drop $500+ for one of these because high-grade newsstand editions of this book are extremely ( Extremely) rare. We're in...

How “Key” is a “Key issue”? Your opinion?

HulkSmash

37

2 yearsdoog (8483): If “Bullet, the Gun Boy” winds up in Peacemaker, it will be a key, otherwise just another comical character. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/02c7269fc2d2939880c5c40bdbc4c9d4.jpg

Comic Con

Stu

7

2 yearsmakahuka (3133): Comic-Con Front Page Comic-Con will return on July 20-23, 2023! Information on upcoming badge sales is coming soon. Bookmark this page for our latest updates as we head towards Comic-Con 2023! We encourage you to stay on top of all exciting announcements by following us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Toucan – the official blog of Comic-Con and WonderCon. https://www.comic-con.org/cci

New York Comic Con 2022 Thread

drchaos

144

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): There's was one year in baltimore - I think the one prior to pandemic,, that vendors were sent to back of line at walt simonsons table. I know this for sure because I was there on the line watching folks in front of me, end up in back of me

Todd McFarlane, best books for his signature?

Madman

70

2 yearsMadman (92): Thanks all. I did get pressing added. Fingers crossed, it all goes well with my books. I might send a couple more in a few weeks after my deployment (AD military)

Issue with Express Grading

TheComicVault

11

2 yearsTowmater (10537): Sorry to read about your issues. Yukon Cornelius Reminds me that commenting further would not be prudent. https://gifimage.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/yukon-cornelius-gif-2.gif

Grading advice

sylcarlin

5

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Here's my Batman #181 with the centerspread missing and the green label from CGC: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/33f1d4ed21152c63c6b912663116b579.jpg I have a marked preference for CBCS, but for a book with a piece missing, see if you can get a green label from CGC. It looks better, it'll fetch a higher price if you're selling, and the defect is clearly stated so it's not like you're trying...

Grades...thoughts?

khanwolfen

3

2 yearsKatKomics (30267): wasn't aware of new tiers, just thought it was prices - isn't the grading the same? should be yes? Has been a few months since I got anything back but they came back in the range I was expecting. I always find it hard to guess since more often than not they get a press - so I take a guess on after press grades!!

Love and Thunder

stanley_1883

7

2 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): Acting was meh. CGI was meh. Many scenes felt rushed. Ragnarok was better. A lot of the jokes were forced.

Comicless for almost 300 days

Juicecomics

14

2 yearsJuicecomics (12): I have an update! Literally the day after posting the original post I got an email saying my books are graded and on their way!!!!! I think they heard me bitching and gave it to me faster lol, but I appreciate everyone’s input so thank you!

Question re Status Updates

ATComicCollector

2

2 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Close. The date you see on the order is the date the invoice was created, not when the books were received. The statuses are per tier so if one tier is in grading those books are in the grading stage and another tier is still “Received” then yes they are still waiting. Be sure to check out the Newbie’s Guide for more information. It’s a little out of date since CBCS revamped their tier structure but a lot of the i formation is still...

What would you do?

stanley_1883

33

2 yearsKatKomics (30267): 100% I would mention it to the staff/owner. Now I also accept it's their store and they can do what they like!! Used to (key word there) have a store around here that every book was priced as NM no matter the condition...probably lasted 5 years? There have been a few through the years...but my lcs I have been going to on and off since before I was 10..so almost 40 years...on their 3rd owner but they remain while others come and go

Ultimate Fallout 4 - spare a grade

James42

11

2 yearsHulkSmash (10699): It’s worth pressing and grading. From what I can see a 9.4 after a press is realistic.

Stuck in "Billing "

Batcave05

5

2 yearsBatcave05 (4): We will see,I payed for express,so I keeping my fingers crossed.

Newton Ring Help

Sundog

23

2 yearsKatKomics (30267): they tried a while ago but then created the creep engine problem! basically the front and back of the case would flex in and out and cause the book inside to slowly ripple like an accordion!!!! but yes....buy few CBCS slabs pull them apart - measure everything and duplicate!!

WTB Marvel Hip Hip Variants

stanley_1883

2

2 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I may have 1 or 2. I’ll be going through reorganizing and clearing out from my over buying. I’ll let you if I still those.

Reholder Witness Signature

Bandwell

32

2 yearsGAC (75224): @Byrdibyrd exactly! 🍻

Missing Comics after being graded...?

jdante

42

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Yeah... He seems like a nice enough guy but he really Really needs to take a course in public speaking. It wasn't an audition, dude. When making a speech/presentation, you need to look into the camera in order to engage your audience. That 100 yard stare off-camera... Like maybe he was just saying what the little voices were telling him to say... :O:eek:

Has anyone tried Overstreet Access for collection management?

Paint_Monk

18

2 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): Saw this on the CLZ FAQ. “ Q: Can I just pay for a 1 month subscription and then cancel and keep the values? Then maybe after a year subscribe for 1 month again to get updated values? A: No, I am afraid that won’t work. To have access to the CovrPrice values in your CLZ app/software, you always need an active subscription to CovrPrice. As soon as your subscription expires, the values will disappear from the app.”

But is it a comic?

Element_Lad

22

2 yearsElement_Lad (2427): I'm sorry @WMorse but you failed to answer in the form of a question. - Alex Trebek from the great beyond

Oversized comics and Grading/boarding

Lobofan

6

2 yearsesaravo (98813): I have submitted a few Treasuries to CBCS for Raw Grading. They use Life magazine-sized mylar bags, and they are a little roomy. There are two tamper-resistant stickers on the back flap. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/a30f29f6cdf053d7c834b49a699704ec.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/04418fde1b94552aaa36141f140505af.jpg ...

CBCS Customer Service Automated response...

Scifinator

23

2 yearsScifinator (15822): Update - Received a response with both ticket number and actual non-automated response to the email that I sent to CBCS CS on 8/18. This Thread / Ticket can be closed. ;)

Batman Adventures 12 Staple Question

mini_tb

31

2 yearsticktocktyler (1381): Funny thing, that. The additional value seems to be the cost of grading that keeps getting passed from seller to buyer ad infinitum. But that's just polemics, I suppose. I am in the unfortunate position of admiring the book(s) itself and firstly. So, that's where I come from when I see this sort of thing. Just adding what EYE would do since the owner asked what HE should do. It's hard for me to treat a hobby I love as the NY Stock Exchange.

Newsstand Label Applied

Nuffsaid111

9

2 yearsDrWatson (54356): That's my thought. A sticker is a sticker. Kind of like an all sins are equal in the eyes of God sort of thing.

Facilitator Question

Drogio

170

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): I'll take a discount code...

Mjolnir vs Stormbreaker

stanley_1883

39

2 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): No, Stormbreaker doesn't have the "worthy" spell.

Superman 75 Platinum Manufacturer's Error

Eclipse9665

1

2 yearsEclipse9665 (215): Hi all, I came across this book in a collection I bought. It is a platinum copy of Superman #75 without the serial number on the back cover. Any insight to the value of this book? After doing some research I have only found one other example of a platinum book with this error which is signed by Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding graded CBCS 9.6 (old CBCS label). ...

How will these defects effect the grade?

Skcatch

12

2 yearsetapi65 (4060): This could be an example of color lift instead of color rub...but still doesn't quite look right. It's just as likely some sort of chemical splattered on the cover and the ink came off.

Comic Swap Sites?

Brash

4

2 yearsGAC (75224): Trades definitely happen on this forum...let everyone know you're actively in search of a trade and what you're looking to trade for. You might get some takers.

CBCS at Baltimore Comic Con

Skcatch

17

2 yearsantoniofett (2277): See you all in Baltimore!

Help to identify TMNT toys

HulkSmash

12

2 yearspower_struggle55 (6933): those arent teenage mutant ninja turtles they are Adolescent Freaky Warrior Tortoises

And so, it begins…

Scifinator

10

2 yearsScifinator (15822): FYI, 6 of the 9 submissions that were delivered on Friday 19th were "Received/Processing" throughout the day on Monday the 22nd and the final 3 were "Received/Processing" early this morning, Tuesday the 23rd. We are all Kosh

Comics sent back ungraded but charged

Grayson2020

106

2 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): Yea, while he'll probably get nowhere with them, I do find it incredibly ridiculous to charge for grading then just wedge the raw books between some slabs for shipping, then regrade them based on their new CBCS-created condition.

Books Received? Anyone answer the phones?

FirestormFury

4

2 yearspower_struggle55 (6933): odd. they expedited a comic that you didnt?

Canada Location

Sundog

6

2 yearsKatKomics (30267): yup - Canada location is closed - have to send to the new CBCS US location - double check the main page - I wouldn't trust any downloadable forms to have been updated...

Flash movie…will it ever be seen?

WndrWmn74

50

2 yearsDavethebrave (16787): I really enjoy some DC movies, certainly (lately) much more than MCU. The Batman makes every MCU movie since 2019 seem like amateur Fan Fiction. The latest Suicide Squad movie was lightyears better than Black Widow, The Eternals or Doctor Indifferent. Never mind Joker or the older Nolan Batman movies, which were actual films with plots rather than delivery channels for CGI wankery. Snyder’s films got hacked by WB and the DC universe as a...

E-bay Return: What Will USPS Cover?

00slim

50

2 years00slim (17954): Update: I filed a claim with USPS for the cost of a Re-Holder. Received my check yesterday. No questions asked.

Help Identifying Signatures On Artwork

markacz

8

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): I spotted the similarities right away (the same, just one has the extra bit), so I looked at A Lot of her signatures and sure enough, she'll sign both ways, though is the only time I saw both signatures on the same piece.

Express Option TAT

Sundog

7

2 yearsthe420bandito (11396): You want your books back fast?? https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/b69a65e5556a038938625f9d52277b30.jpg

What the heck did I just buy?

sportshort

51

2 yearsDrWatson (54356): You can't be logged into your dealer account and post on the cgc forums. You can only be logged into one or the other but not both at the same time. I don't know why.

Am i able to ask for it upside down?

CollectingOhio

38

2 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I get where you are coming from and I can see the appeal, but we are talking about “industry standards”. I prefer CBCS slabs, they are far better and I trust their grading more. To do something that drastically different wouldn’t be out of line, but goes against the mass market appeal which would not be good for business (on top of other things that are hurting them a bit). It would also be counter intuitive since book info is readily...

How do you decide what comics to have slabbed?

James42

18

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @EbayMafia My strategy is a bit similar to yours except for the part where my books are a total mess right now. ;)

Show Your Favorite Cover!!

DWeeB1967

41

2 yearsDanno (1520): Rom is one of my all-time favorites. When the first issue came out in the late '70s, I had zero interest in it because it was based on a terrible action figure. But every month, I'd see the newest issue on the rack, and I finally decided to pick up one, which was issue 14. I enjoyed it so much that I convinced my mom to let me get a subscription, which started with issue 16. I had the subscription almost through the entire run of the series. One...

Where do I send my books for grading?

Drahcir

26

2 yearsNearmint67 (12383): Woop Woop Woop..... Steve..... the press man. Makin' pressings.. Pressa-tessa-tolla... Presso-Chango...8.0 to 10.0 Steeeeve..... :)

CBCS Canada

ArcherC

35

2 yearsPaul_G (55): For what it's worth: it took more than a week, but I did get a response to my email asking what was going on with the Canadian Location and the books there. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/40921106d131482f748c97b4a3012d69.jpg

Change Shipping Address/Rerouting

MrESauce

4

2 yearsMrESauce (2): Hey I just wanna make sure I'm doing this right, for fedex account you put in the account # not the username right? I'm still pretty new to this

WHO WINS THIS BATTLE! Are they equally matched!!??

CWill2021

29

2 yearsrobo (350): dunno sh*t but even i know surfer.

Dr. Strange VS Dr. Doom VS Dr. Fate VS Dr. Manhattan VS Dr. Phil

CWill2021

31

2 yearsmakahuka (3133): Who is writing the scenarios, all have an ability to be winners. 😂😂😂

Distributor ink overspray confusion

leelewis17

19

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): Having been caught in the same situation, I was very understanding and supportive initially. But in my company we quickly adjusted our communication to customers. And we didn't allow a perpetual flow of new higher priced work to take precedent over the early jobs that had been given wrong TAT's. We did everything in our power to come as close as possible to the estimates we had given customers.

Raw Grades

stanley_1883

12

2 yearsEbayMafia (37274): In that case, just get them slabbed. The money you save in using it as a prescreen couldn't possibly make up for the money and time you would spend on the service.

The Boys

stanley_1883

5

2 yearsmakahuka (3133): No contest and not similar. One of many videos out there. HAHAHAH! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMoL5VMN4-A

Imaging SP Issue

Josh7945

9

2 yearsJosh7945 (413): That makes sense. Thanks for the responses, everyone. I think I have a better idea of what’s going on now.

Convention Signature Services - Recommendation Request

Themaxx35

4

2 yearsdielinfinite (26821): I believe Matt is strictly CGC now, unfortunately. Clan McDonald is a pretty large facilitator but they don’t allow to submit under your own account and grading through them is pricy. I’ve used Justin Foose but he’s really cut back on his convention presence and I don’t think he’s doing more shows this year

What happened to 2-day modern?

KidMiracleman

3

2 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @KidMiracleman The entire tier system was overhauled back in April.

Best Places to Sell Slabs?

desslocktx

22

2 yearsfigment (20278): As an NTX local MCS is no-brainer for stuff like that. It's SO much easier than doing it all yourself!

when will the QR codes show me the notes?

Tattedcoyboy

3

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @Tattedcoyboy I've been pretty lucky, but one time I had a submission that didn't update on my dashboard, and that meant I couldn't access the grader's notes. I sent an email to CS and they got on it right away. My dashboard was updated less than 24 hours after I sent the email. Now if I could just get them to reply when I have a return...

NOT A COMIC Topic - BASEBALL TICKET

dfoster43

8

2 yearsTom74152 (2744): You will probably do better if you get it authenticated. I would see what Beckett has to offer.

Reholder and press

Dave

3

2 yearsesaravo (98813): If you have the book pressed, it’s not a re-holder situation anymore. Pressing could improve the grade (have no effect on the grade, or even lower the grade) so the book would have to go through the grading process again. A re-holder only replaces the slab.

Grade dropped-What to do?

Supertom

22

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): Yep! I will always be appreciative that grading companies can verify restoration. That is very important. But somewhere along the way the hobby was stolen from the hobbyists and we all allowed it to happen due to the big money being tossed around when the comic is placed in plastic and a dopey number assigned. That number is only accurate on that day by that "professional"(s). In the end, I don't care. I just sell the stuff...

2021 Bob Layton signing TAT's

TigerRose1981

14

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @TigerRose1981 I have a few books from my dad, too, but I'll get forum detention if I show them off. No smut on the forum!! I did send two of them to CGC to get graded (1st printings of a couple of higher end adult comics in nice shape). We'll see how that goes... My SIKTC #21 has shipped out of Tampa and I'm hoping to get it next week. Fingers crossed. I have a couple other Tiny Onion gold foils (Dept. of Truth #18 & Sandman Universe:...

Scheduling Pickup

Mighty_Mattman

9

2 yearsmulti007 (4218): id be patient. i submitted a few books for sig authentication, press and grading... sent them in jan 2022. one day next year i'll be pleasantly surprised and my books will show up at my door.

GalaxyCon signing question

Madman

4

2 yearsMadman (92): https://www.cbcscomics.com/signing-event?utm_source=promotion&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CBCS_SigningEvent_Jun2022

WTB hip hop variants

stanley_1883

4

2 yearsHeinzDad (35037): I have a raw copy of Carnage 1 if that’s anything of interest.

CBCS submit order is down?

Zombie_Head

32

2 yearsconsumetheliving (1022): CBCS sub in the mail. Tomorrow I will drop off the CGC sub, took advantage of the upgrade special. Pretty sure CGC is going to win this one. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/7fa7b78fcda0a1f8915205af47caf924.png

Did Spawn 1 have a 2nd printing?

jaysonslade

24

2 yearsEl_Dub13 (1473): Yes. I am quite aware of that. I am pointing out the fact that they "rename" it so that they don't have to re-press it.

Still getting the run around

SCG

13

2 yearsFoggysPal (14): Yes, I paid for mine when I turned them in at C2E2 in December. Based on all of these threads, I don't expect mine for another year:(

CBCS Dealer Account?

Bignickk

6

2 yearsBignickk (1): Thanks fellas better help than customer service so far.

Type o or does this mean something?

Kasperb991

34

2 yearschester15 (2060): "my bosses wife" Now we have to wonder again here in this post....did Auto-Correct insert "bosses" for the correct word, boss's? Or was that just a legitimate error? And it could be spelled boss'. From oneminuteenglish.org - Boss’s and Boss’ are both acceptable as the singular possessive form of Boss. But in any case, it is not bosses.

“I wanted to create a comic book an adult could read on an airplane.”

jaysonslade

3

2 yearsjaysonslade (217): @OGJackster Thank you for your reply, however, I updated the post to clarify the timeframe and context.

Help with Cgc grader notes restoration.

Zombie_Head

11

2 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): It could just as easily be a bit of dirt that can't be cleaned out because it's in the colour break(s). If it were a restoration - even amateur hour - surely whoever did it would at least try to match colour. This isn't even close.

How much you’d think this is

Cosmic_Surfer

15

2 yearsCosmic_Surfer (13): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e86befabcb706158df2c7c4e9f51539b.jpg

W quick question on VSP vs. ASP

WndrWmn74

3

2 yearsWndrWmn74 (791): Exactly my thought. Thank you for the fast response my friend.

Shipping insurance?

Hoarding_Comics

13

2 yearsNearmint67 (12383): Definitely.... I submitted a batch last Saturday and I could only add books with "Express" tier. The online form wouldn't let me not use Express. Had to print it that way and send to Darryl Hayden to get him to change the tier to Standard. Quite the fiasco....

GPA NOT UPDATING CORRECTLY?

jaysonslade

4

2 yearsJMSComics (109): I am also seeing prices on lots of books that are far above current FMV on GoCollect

How do I disperse my Packing Slips?

JMSComics

23

2 yearsflanders (27407): Why don't you create a submission for the same books with CBCS and see what the price difference is?

Express grading question

sylcarlin

33

2 yearsJtkist (9): Finally received an update, books are marked as received and showing on dashboard. To give a time-line for anyone who submitted at a convention 9 books were submitted at a convention in northern Virginia on May 14th. Representative filled out invoice by hand with all books on express tier. Received update today on June 7th.

Any info on this? Production cel?

Sebastsk8

8

2 yearsmulti007 (4218): Ive done business with this company before. https://animationlegends.com/ Not sure if they still have them, but they had a large group (about 100) signed Back to the Future cartoon production cells signed by Christopher Lloyd and Michael J Fox for $150 each. Production cells are hit or miss when it comes to value. But like all art, buy what you like and you'll never go wrong.

What would you rather have/pay more for?

Scifinator

19

2 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Ditto

Check this video out do you agree with grade?

Zombie_Head

24

2 yearsZombie_Head (3535): @Nuffsaid111 happy birthday buddy

Recording your sales data??

jaysonslade

6

2 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): My traceable online ledger stands at $67. I forgot to take an ebay item down on Jan 1. I'll be doing my 4th small convention this weekend as well as 2 yard sales this year. Can't imagine why I'm back to the dark ages

Missing Staple

Londonman454

9

2 yearsPuckster (3001): I have a Hulk 181 like this. Unfortunately, it's missing the Value Stamp. It's also missing the bottom staple. You can see where there is one puncture but the other post did not go through. Broken staple as it was being stapled maybe? Don't know. Either way, the partial staple has been removed. Other than that, the outside cover looks really good and I think it would press to a fairly high grade for presentation. Of course, as mentioned,...

Featured Comics??

Josh7945

11

2 yearsHAmistoso (26019): clickable text

Is this cover a fake ?

Boiron

18

3 yearsBoiron (48): @Byrdibyrd thanks i wish that it will work

CGC sub, harsh or on point?

consumetheliving

44

3 years50AE_DE (6464): @consumetheliving I think it's already been mentioned, but just an FYI. Discussing Alteration Techniques: Users may not share or otherwise discuss techniques for altering comics; including, but not limited to, restoration, pressing, cleaning, taping, or any other techniques that could result in temporary or permanent damage to a comic book. CBCS is in no way liable for any damage resulting from a user performing any technique they read or saw...

Big news from MCS, CBCS & Borock

sborock

149

3 yearsNearmint67 (12383): Hippies unite. Diggit..... Although West needs to grow some hair, at least shoulder length... lol...

Membership Type Dealer

SLAbLover

2

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): First, be sure to read through this thread carefully To request to become a witness you must email your request to the Signature Series program manager, Matthew Edwards (medwards@cbcscomics.com) he will instruct you from there And no, a dealer is not automatically an authorized witness

Technical issue - Invoice PDF not opening.

Scifinator

57

3 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): Working for me

Symbiote Spider-Man #1

hogan36

9

3 yearshogan36 (198): @HulkSmash The 9.0 grader notes: light bend right bottom of front cover moderate bend left bottom of back cover The 9.4 grader notes: light bend left bottom of back cover I inspected my books before and took a video of me holding my comics before/during the signing and submitting. There was no bends in them.

Trade Percentage?

DWeeB1967

16

3 years00slim (17954): I’ve traded high-end books at 75% with dealers.

Horrible books that hit my pressing desk...

SteveRicketts

121

3 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): The back cover has a sun shadow and a little light foxing.

Question about grading missing value stamp

Tattedcoyboy

19

3 yearscesidio (2342): Years ago I bought a hulk 181 missing stamp. Gorgeous book otherwise. At the time there was no cgc or cbcs. Learned my lesson. According to Overstreet was basically a 1.5. Why I don't buy manipulated or restoration book

Can anyone answer me???

ehustle327

22

3 yearsticktocktyler (1381): When 1st unto the internets, I began buying comics again. I learned to read EBay seller feedback. No one HAS to be 100% to be in my show. It's more WHAT specific customers are having an issue with concerning a given seller. Same here when I joined CGC and CBCS. Wouldn't MIND sending some books. What are customers saying about the process? Oh. Ohhhh. No, I had better not. Sucks. This book would look nice in a holder with a big, fat 9.2 on...

Technical Issue with Online Grading Form

drchaos

10

3 yearsScifinator (15822): @drchaos creating havoc with monster size submissions!

CBCS and Other Comic Books and Comic Magazines

themelodyman

10

3 yearsthemelodyman (4): Thank you so much for that link. I will definitely look into it and see if it can help.

Bedrock City Comic Con - Houston

DWeeB1967

6

3 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): I'm sure it will be. 😄

Buy the GRADE? Or buy the PAGE QUALITY??

jaysonslade

31

3 yearsticktocktyler (1381): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3ff0500b027375f1b25700b8725a71ca.jpg

Phoenix Fan Fusion

Gabriel85301

3

3 yearsSpideyAZ (1): Collector's Choice Comics is advertising CBCS witnessing. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d574001b5f6927d17f5da9df4e5bba3e.jpg

HELP: Order stuck under "billing" for a month

Jacobin64

13

3 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): That would be ridiculous considering I am sure they are well aware how frustrated their customers are and it ain’t going to stop us from voicing our frustrations. If there was a means for us, their customers to get our questions answered then we wouldn’t be here in the forum consoling all the new customers for finding out how bad the customer service has been recently. Sorry for being so blunt. I’m just frustrated 🤣🤣🤣

Is a Signature considered "Damage"??

KaptainKia

22

3 yearsCaffeine_Kid (1702): I think you meant blackmail, 😉

WonderCon 2022 Drop Offs

Rush_is_a_band

12

3 yearsScifinator (15822): @Rush_is_a_band - Welcome to the Forum! From what I have seen from others, looks like Wondercon submissions have been getting entered over the past several days to week, so yours will probably show up on your dashboard soon. Also, CBCS had been signaling a price increase for April prior to Wondercon, so they probably got deluged, once again, with submissions in March and through the first week or so of April. You may want to email customer...

How can you tell if a slab is a fake/scam or not?

JMSComics

5

3 yearsJoosh (4179): For someone who hasn’t had the experience of holding various versions of CGC and CBCS slabs it can be difficult to know what’s normal and what’s a red flag. Generally it’s best to look for signs of tampering, both of the hard case and especially cut lines in the inner well.

Missing Books from CBCS - Please Help

drchaos

11

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): @Scifinator cool...message sent to Darryl (Darrrrrryyyylllll....Darrrryyyylllll) Hope he responds!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXmoYOc9ZZw

Current Discount Codes

drchaos

32

3 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): Yes and no. Yes, CGC hired someone to mark packages as "Delivered" for their site's portal. No, this does not mean that the invoice has been "Received".

Converting Old Tiers For ETA?

00slim

2

3 yearsxkonk (17876): @00slim I'm a little surprised your quickstream isn't back yet. I had some in with a 2-Day order from February and got them back. The quickstream part of the order wasn't pressed although it should have at least been screened; maybe I messed up and forgot it. From memory I think quickstream pressing was like two or three months though, so you must be close especially if you had quick press. Consumer was on the same schedule as the slow...

Grading Question -FF 67

drchaos

20

3 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): I think you made the right call by not taping

Checkmark Value

PikesComics

11

3 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Yes, rho I'd say this applies to non-mega keys as well. But either way, it's still a book by book evaluation process and how you market the explanation of the checkmark is 90% of possibly getting more money. One book I can think if offhand that tge checkmark had no effect on was a superman #74 (or #73, the 1st doomsday cameo app with a white cover background)...the 3rd or 4th print (not a DCU logo, just a later print as no DCU's were made...

Oakville location

Greenshields

7

3 yearsGAC (75224): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/96623db5d688396ea8e92c9b08f83862.jpg

Express Question

PikesComics

2

3 yearsWhammykablam (344): You'll always see the guaranteed TAT under the prices on the right, as you move along with the submission, so you'll notice if it goes over two weeks.

Should I get this coverless Hulk 2 graded or sell raw?

JMSComics

16

3 yearsGAC (75224): @JMSComics For re-sale purposes, keep raw. For the PC...consider a reproduction cover as @ComicHoarder stated. For bigger type books, in my opinion, reproduction covers can be acceptable.

A few more newbie questions

BillinCanada

5

3 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): Don't be fooled, most of us "supporters" are pretty disappointed in their customer service.

Express and tat 14 days

sylcarlin

19

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): we'll see if my luck holds out with CS - depending if they know where my order is I might leave things as is..but if it's not too much then I might also pay the extra - need this book at MCS before December 2022!

First time submitting to cbcs

sylcarlin

18

3 yearsNearmint67 (12383): @sylcarlin welcome :) Confucius says patience is a virtue.... Breath in.....Breath out..... You have come to the best grading company. Go to TAT thread for more accurate updates. CS may/or man not reply to your inquiries. Don't believe what your dashboard says, its going to be way behind where your books truly are in the system. Example: I have a submission that was received in Dallas back in the 1st week of September. My dashboard says it's...

Spare a Grade? Batman #63

Eclipse9665

10

3 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Dunno, I think 1.0 or 1.5 is reasonable for that FF. But it does pose the question of whether books like it should be taped (neatly along the length of the interior FC and BC along spine)....maybe it would've hit 2.0 with "tape on interior" on the universal label? For this Batman, I'd have to think that given the chance of getting slammed with a .5 vs the likely odds of getting a 1.8-2.0 if the BC was raped along the length of...

FREE copy of Overstreet’s Lost Universes…sort of

Scifinator

8

3 yearsScifinator (15822): @donho - Howdy. Have you had an opportunity to crack open the Lost Universes yet? I couldn't put it down.

Are eCoupons going away?

misguidedknight

4

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): If you’re planning on using them I’d create a sub and take advantage of current pricing before April 1st. My $0.02

Spider-men #1 store variants print run?

Peterm12772

8

3 yearsPeterm12772 (7): One thing I'm happy about (years back) is I purchased the set of store variants ungraded minus Italy version and the Mile High Comics variant was a CGC 9.8. This lot also included 2nd print and Newsstand editions of #1. Before the hype. I'm in search of the Italy variant now to finish the set. Then onto the other variants to complete the #1 set.

Tom Cruise joins MCU

stanley_1883

41

3 yearsOGJackster (52527): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/79df78a3e4be0d9b5dde471c8684e12e.jpg

Your voice mail box if full

TheEbner

32

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): This gave rise to the old expression, "There's no customer like a shit head."

Refund or credit for grading if failed VSP?

chrispcola

5

3 yearschrispcola (25): Thanks!

only one in census

donho

24

3 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): I cringe whenever I see scribbling or writing on a book....... Im out

Comic book data base

donho

11

3 yearsSiggy (25570): It's all about using the right combo of filters when searching. Once you've figured out the best way to search for something specific, it's invaluable. And you can contribute by adding or correcting info. Sometimes a credited writer/artist has a (?) next to his/her name, meaning it isn't a 100% sure thing. I've seen many credited work for Mike Royer, and I'd ask him if he did indeed work on them. If he didn't, I would then inform GCD that the...

Newbie Questions

Skywatching

16

3 yearsSiggy (25570): Does anyone still use WatchCount to track eBay sales?

Thanos Quest (1990) How to tell???

jaysonslade

7

3 yearsSiggy (25570): I believe once the answer is offered, the unwritten rule states the thread becomes an appreciation thread. :beer::D No pics of the indicia. https://i.imgur.com/nSSt6OD.jpg?1 https://i.imgur.com/QSZnLl0.jpg?1

Vampire Batman

allizdogslc61

11

3 yearsOteemorse (322): Yes that’s it. That YouTube video is excellent

NEWBIE FRUSTRATION - Membership, submission and customer service!

JERGO

60

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): I need one of those, too... :D:heart:

Tyler Kirkham & Rafael Grassetti

hogan36

3

3 yearshogan36 (198): @Cowabunga_Kyle Thank you!

Tynion Signing

Dayzzgoby24

19

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Yes, it will. Still waiting on my books in pressing, but I know it'll work out once I get them back.

Canadian Submission Grade Screening?

Eclipse9665

3

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): ahem....not that I've done this...if delivery time is not a concern for you...you could use the CBCS US form but ship it to the CBCS Canada location (much cheaper for me - really depends where you are) - you would still have to pay full price for return from Dallas to Canada but potentially save a few bucks on the shipping there

Metal Covers

hogan36

2

3 yearssleeperbat (186): I like that red whit and blue one

SAMURAI OF OZ #1 LEIRIX KILL OZ

hogan36

1

3 yearshogan36 (198): Here's another cover that I love by the artist Leirix. Limited to 15. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d12ea06b3efce466d23b19156c5b244a.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e40d0a207ffceea3f23c50bb8adbcbd6.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/7c977b810d7325874acf84a4aa2f0ed3.jpg...

CURRENT TAT

Alamo_City

13

3 yearspoka (25000): Just FYI CGC’s pressing TAT is currently 13 months without fast pass and 9 months with fast pass. And then grading is up to 11 months added on. Currently it insane :)

Is Spider-Woman happening?

stanley_1883

25

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @KatKomics Dang! Now I need a Spidey Super Stories #11.

Batman 500, what's the difference?

sportshort

44

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Hadn't even bothered looking at the label. Oops. From what I'm seeing, there is the Collector's cover (Quesada) and that one has some signed DF editions but is otherwise the same cover. Then there's the non-Collector's cover (Kelley) that had a Direct Sales edition, a Newsstand edition, a 2nd printing, and polybagged versions of some or all of those. The Direct & Newsstand editions have the white Batman title that I'm seeing in the picture,...

Variant to Mark Jewelers

jaysonslade

5

3 yearsOGJackster (52527): This may help... go collect article: clickable text Previous thread: clickable text

Store comics in MyLites but regular backing boards (not acid-free),is fine?

persianninja

14

3 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): Good article! Thanks for sharing.

What's in my profile?

Comicskablooey

5

3 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): I think I misunderstood your first post. I thought you just wanted to see what coupons you had remaining. If your intent was to use the coupons with the current submission, just keep trying customer support and let them know. That's really all you can do unless someone from CBCS responds in this thread.

When to Press and Clean?

Brash

27

3 yearsSidTheSquid (1529): I clean and press everything I submit for grading. Only exceptions are if it's so brittle that it might fall apart- or if it already looks like a 9.8 and I don't see anything to fix.

Guidance Needed - Grader's Notes Won't Show Up for my Books

Eclipse9665

23

3 yearsScifinator (15822): The graders notes are there for -001 Notes: crease left edge back cover breaks color small spine stress front & back cover most does not break color -002, 003, & 004 are 9.8’s with no notes.

How bad is this corner damage?

Brash

17

3 yearsBrash (25): On its way back. Thanks for all the feedback everyone.

Mylar Suppliers

AWES10

32

3 yearsetapi65 (4060): I don't trust the BCW boards. As much as they tout them being acid free, I have found them to damage books. And in relatively short periods of time. They're presumably designed to absorb the acids that might come out of books...but then they become acidic, lose their buffering ability and begin to damage the cover in contact spots. Even BCW suggests you have to replace their boards every 3-5 years to avoid this issue. Any longer and the...

You judge

Scifinator

32

3 yearsScifinator (15822): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/1a9930b85a452634e3e5c3ec70b45bd4.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/8059a3ad5ad694706a571071320503ed.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/b751ecf056a4deab1031c365b8cbd0ee.jpg...

What books would you buy?

Sebastsk8

25

3 yearsSebastsk8 (2354): @southerncross just wish I had more I'd be comfortable spending, my pull box would be huge lmao

Spec Question

Jprez111

8

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): @poka alcohol induced rant. I’m not in this for money nor do I have the attention span to speculate much.

To Grade or Not to Grade - Wolverine 8

Jprez111

28

3 yearsJprez111 (78): Thanks all. Right now, I think I’ll keep it raw for the time being. Although this is for the personal collection, I do agree with cost-value analysis some of you mentioned. But that could change in the future. It’s always nice to have a comic slabbed, but not a necessity. Good luck to the others!

Which Would You Recommend Higher? Paper Girls, or SIKTC?

00slim

11

3 yearsflanders (27407): @00slim the storyline was all over the place and too many random things that didn't seem to connect kept happening. I enjoyed reading Saga and Y: The Last Man but Paper Girls seems to have inferior writing compared to those.

Will CBCS Verify My Kids' Signatures?

geistca

8

3 yearsgeistca (1): Awesome, this is great. Thanks all for the help!

Which Hero for Hire 1 to buy?

DocCop

15

3 yearscrystalphoto (1602): I say buy them both...

Hannigan signing: Delivery Exception, Local Weather Delay

Hoarding_Comics

2

3 yearsBronte (38865): I would contact whomever is in charge of the signing. That's going to be the best source of information.

Forum Assistance - Color Touch?

Nuffsaid111

18

3 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): Well... book is sold (not me). So I'll just keep looking. It's ashame - book was extra special nice and extra special inexpensive. That blotch/potential CT was a no go for me ultimately

Digital Code Sticker

hogan36

3

3 yearshogan36 (198): Good morning Thanks

USPS Changing 1095 Boxes

drchaos

51

3 yearsdrchaos (29096): If you have a 1092 box just try to put it inside the 1095. If fists easily into the old ones. The new ones are too narrow for the 1092 to get close to fitting.

Have You Read Neonomicon, and Providence?

theCapraAegagrus

2

3 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): I've read Providence. Having a little familiarity with Lovecraft's work, I thought it was very cool. Unfortunately I don't know much of modern horror but it was very psychological and well paced.

Looking To Add Punisher TPB & HC To My Library. Wanna Trade?

00slim

16

3 years00slim (17954): @BigRedOne1944 Cool. I either have, or had Big Nothing. Anything above interest you in trade for Intruder & Assassin’s Guild?

Marvel Eternals

stanley_1883

101

3 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): I honestly hate Ragnarok up until the title animation. After that, it's nearly an A+ CBM.

Grading Process Question

hapaknack

3

3 yearshapaknack (4): Thanks, I called and talked to someone. I got my billing issue resolved with only 1 call. So CBCS is definitely improving their customer service on the phone side.

Thoughts on this ‘soiling’ on cover?

Venomous72

19

3 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Thanks, @Flanders. I edited a bit out of my post above, I think the rest of that post doesnt violate those CBCS terms but if it does, a mod can edit or zap the post.

Fake date stamps?

jaysonslade

8

3 yearsIronMan (6255): While it is very close, I suspect overall a clean book with nothing - including a date stamp - probably has the potential to sell for more. So no, I don't believe people are adding fake date stamps. At least not to clean books. Be no reason. For every collector that believes date stamps are cool there are 2 collectors that would rather have a clean cover. There might e occasions where someone tries to make stray markings LOOK like a...

What’s my “cost”?

jaysonslade

22

3 yearsflanders (27407): @EbayMafia it takes seconds to copy and paste to google. I wasn't sure if it would work, but I was easily able to see how much I've pissed away over the last 3 years. I've done a half assed job of keeping track of sales and net income since then, but this will be my first year I'll be keeping accurate records. So far this year, my income before any business expenses are deducted is a measly $175.

Amazing spider-man 678 inquiry? And other venomized books

TigerRose1981

18

3 yearsWhammykablam (344): @TigerRose1981 I just saw an unsigned one on eBay for just $55.

Forgive me Father #2 - Dekal Variant: Any leads

Irodnyc

15

3 yearsIrodnyc (2): Thank you so much for the tip! Wish me luck!

War Machine 1 Error Comic?

Eclipse9665

12

3 yearsZombie_Head (3535): That’s awesome love errors

Test Your Online Grading Skills - Hulk 1 Newsstand Red Hulk - Sent to CBCS

Eclipse9665

22

3 yearsPre_Coder (19856): I'm also in the 9.0-9.2 club.

Spare a grade? ASM 50

Sebastsk8

27

3 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): ASM 50 , if wear on BC and interior is consistent w/wear on FC, looks Did you do this trade? I see 1 spine tick which barely breaks color on your MK 1 (between the cover artists' signature and MW's cape). Possibly a non color breaking fold top right corner of FC but that may be shade/lighting in the shot. Very light edge frayoing/wear at right side of the bottom FC. No loss to cover inks. Basically, your MK 1 looks ike it could hit a 9.8...

Curious Secret Wars Autographs - To Verify or Not

oldcitybass

10

3 yearsTerry88 (1276): Great book!

Any German speakers/readers out there?

Rafel

21

3 yearsRafel (4049): I'd like to know myself.

How long does it currently take for an order to be marked as "Received"?

PhantomStranger271

14

3 yearsgotham44 (246): I submitted reholders in the beginning of August. Still doesn't show as received, only submitted. Is this normal? its been around 6 months now

Newly Slabbed Comics’ Grading Notes Not Working

Eclipse9665

9

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): Yep...took 3 weeks? but now all my books are showing

Ink on my comic boards

FrankE224

18

3 yearsHuntergreene2 (1163): Wasn't "Ink On My Comic Boards" a song by fictional rap group CB4?

Legit McFarlane signature?

OrionPax

25

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): Yeah, given it is probably the most common slabbed book in existence and one of the most common sigs too… you should be selective.

CBCS - Anyone Else Experience Horrible Customer Service?

JoshuaFilm27

19

3 yearsSigur_Ros (4402): Received in August... CS finally answered the phone in November... Then failed to follow through with their solution. It's quite unfortunate the only help you can get is from randoms on an internet forum. I'd like to think CBCS isn't ok with this, but we read it all the time.

modification of my order to be processed faster ?

AldoG

6

3 yearsAldoG (1): I use the Canadian option ! Will try to email to change press for Fastpress. thanks for the tip

Super new to all this just need some guidance on what to do

ehustle327

7

3 yearsFuneralBill5150 (87): HIRE MORE GRADERS, PLEASE.

2 months since sent book in

MrESauce

33

3 yearsxkonk (17876): @Sebastsk8 I don't know that it's so much being "completely fine with the process" as some people have been using CBCS for a while and trust that their books will get back to them. Plenty of those same people have suggestions for how things could be better, but the number of new(er) customers winging complaints into the forum is larger, or at least louder. As to this particular problem, I doubt they're going back to old orders and...

Storing comics in Gemini cardboard mailers

persianninja

20

3 yearsPolarisNuclearSS2020 (1295): Yeah, I can see there isn't excessive pressure on the book but even so, it is pressure and over time, it can add up and cause spine stress. The "Fortress" was a 1980's era comic display case that CGC (more or less) used a similiar premise in their "creep engine" cases in 4/2016. SCS could happen with fortress cases, as well. Ditch Farenheit detailed these "creep engine" cases very well on his board, here's a...

How would you price a newly trending book, like Sleepwalker #1?

Collectionary_FTW

24

3 yearsHexView (521): You can't beat The GCD! https://www.comics.org/

Question: Can CBCS Original Art Program Verify famous Japanese Artists?

DJJK

3

3 yearsDJJK (13): Thank you! I see that was a witnessed Amano signing by CBCS, so hopefully they have the ability to verify the signatures on my 2 Amano sketches.

Max grade for books with loose pages?

Schumy2

8

3 yearsSchumy2 (9): Thank you all for the valued feedback. I’m definitely going to have the book pressed before sending it into CBCS for grading/slabbing. I look forward to sharing the results when I get the book back.

Where will it sell?

Scifinator

33

3 yearsGAC (75224): The signature being graded? Are you really confused or are you just looking for a reaction? Come on man, I'm pretty sure you're not confused.

Customer service sucks ass!

myxzeus70

21

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): They are closed today and Monday for Christmas, the holidays, and any other festive celebrations.

Missing ASP Signature on Dashboard on a Comic

Nuffsaid111

20

3 yearsteacha777 (1180): it's fixed thank you sir

Sign above the grade

Jeremysitb

15

3 yearsScifinator (15822): @CatCovers - with that, I waive the white flag, you win. @esaravo - Boxerbriefs.

OT: Just For Fun, What’s Your Favorite Sitcom of All-Time?

00slim

42

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): I will add another that I don’t think was mentioned above: Peep Show (not well known in the U.S.)

Listed in Census

nancyraygun

4

3 yearsGridwalker (346): I have had the same with my submission from Canada. Received it a while back (read couple of months) and they just never showed up in the census. I DM @sborock yesterday and he was able to help.

CBCS grading damaged books

Randomdoge

7

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): Without damage to the package They have no way of knowing if damages are done enroute to them or were pre existing. People submit books in varying conditions including impact damages. these posts make it seem like CBCS is at fault when all they did was provide the service that was paid for when proper insurance should’ve been purchased by the sender to hold the carrier accountable for damages. If you have $500 worth of comics you should...

Signature or higher grade?

stanley_1883

19

3 yearspower_struggle55 (6933): depends on the signature and/or comic. some comics are so old its hard to find anything great....but if its signed by a holy grail like stan lee or Jack kirby....who cares

Does anyone have this or know where it's from?

dfoster43

11

3 yearsdfoster43 (1662): Jack Kirby would gag at that art ..

First time uk CBCS submission postage!

Rich87

13

3 yearsRich87 (5): We live in hope lol

Is there a preferred or superior comic holder in terms of warping?

MRmintastic

20

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): Thanks. Just checked and mine are really shallow (8 was max) with higher priced books higher. I suspect they can take much more without issue except the risk is if they slip… if not all edge-on-edge.

CBCS Collections/Pedigrees - "Newsstand Mint"

Brash

71

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): Well, then I don't know and ultimately it isn't worth the argument to me. It was a pedigree, then it was discovered to be a warehouse find. Therefore, it is no longer a recognized pedigree. Regardless, they are still nice books.

Tamper Evident

Sir_Psycho_Sexy

3

3 yearspower_struggle55 (6933): ive seen videos explaining this. usually theyll be a crack where it was basically pried open. another sign is hints of super glues. they leave a mark.

Need a value

RonMob

7

3 yearsRonMob (122): Absolutely, I press everything before sending for grading. Always improves its chances! If anyone needs anything pressed fast and inexpensively, please reach out! I have references.

confused from graders notes to grade give

2rideli8

23

3 yearsFuneralBill5150 (87): I guess you forgot how McFarlane used to draw MJ!

Can I submit my comics to CBCS with Microchamber paper inside?

DJJK

6

3 yearsDJJK (13): Thank you, everyone!

x-men #1 a legend reborn

tipper

17

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): i don't know - I have 1 of each in my 'promise' collection (actually did by these new off the shelf and I promise my other comics would never qualify as a pedigree but hey...marketing/lies!) Pretty sure there are many others with boxes of these (should ask my LCS - I know they have about 80 Wolverine #1 from the ongoing series)

Blacklight comic covers

Mikeykon

8

3 yearsRafel (4049): Hahahahahaha!!!

best way to sell some minor/non-keys, readers? is there a thread here?

ERB_in_CLT

6

3 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Weather here, on Ebay, Faceboomk... whatever platform..... I always find good pictures and detail grading info are required first and foremost. Welcome aboard!

SUPERMAN: SON OF KAL-EL #5

hogan36

5

3 yearsOxbladder (1287): I don't think they always announce a sellout. Most of the ones I hear about are usually ones that happen before or on release day. Since this issue is part of the whole bisexual reveal they have likely seen something in the numbers or market that provoked the second printing.

WTB RAWs Hellblazer 1-12

dfoster43

10

3 yearsdfoster43 (1662): @HeinzDad Yeah I see what you mean! OK so don't tell the wife ... I may have to break out the Amex and plan for a month in the comfy chair! I had no idea there were so many Constantine books. Where'd they all come from ? LOL! Now I have to figure out where to start. The article I read made is sound like he was brought back from nowhere for those 12 issues. I thought he'd just been gone those last 20-odd years. Time to make a spreadsheet I...

Absolute Carnage #1 Skan Srisuwan

hogan36

5

3 yearsJesse_O (39314): @hogan36 the only thing I can think of is that TCM DID have a Skan signing event at the 2019 NYCC where he signed these. Perhaps the signed ones were from that event. That's the only thing that would make sense to me. TCM told people that got one with their orders that Skan would be signing them there.

Onsite Grading - Online Submission Form

dc19dc

6

3 yearsxkonk (17876): @dc19dc unless you specifically know that CBCS is doing onsite grading (and they very rarely do), they will not have onsite grading. You can still give them an order at the booth that they'll take as a regular submission, though. If you choose pickup, that means you'll schedule a time to go to their office in Dallas to pick up your order.

Shortboxed?

tonnage71

5

3 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): That.

What do you Grade?

stanley_1883

17

3 yearsCaptainTim (14): I love Golden Age comics.

Question about Billing

Skcatch

4

3 yearsxkonk (17876): @Skcatch I don't think they split orders, although from the forum it sounds like they might occasionally these days. I would assume it's just that they can't charge you for the prescreened books until they know what they're slabbing and what they aren't.

Legit Website?

hogan36

19

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): @hogan36 So sorry about your uncle getting scammed! We're lucky we have a community that helps us look out for each other. :heart:

TMNT #98 Mike Vasquez Jennika Action Figure Variant Limited to 800

hogan36

6

3 yearsHeinzDad (35037): Oh no, I totally hear you. Ive been there before and learned. Not at the cost you’re in though I’m sure.

Thoughts on this?

Sebastsk8

30

3 yearsSiggy (25570): I certainly see that for high grades- I do it as a deterrent to stealing my image for a scam. No one in their right mind would buy a slab with a blocked serial number. On eBay someone twice tried using the image of my AF15 used by the person who sold it to me on the CGC forum. That's when I started blurring them.

Comic book questions

Scuzzel

6

3 yearsScuzzel (14): Thank you

Question about screening and press screening.

WalkinWillie

3

3 yearsBobashek (991): Good to know.

Question on Metal book back cover pressing

WalkinWillie

3

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I would %100 trust Steve’s pressing team on this. They are top notch and if they can press those Valiant Chromium covers without melting them then I’d say your safe. Your books won’t be pancaked, they’ll be at the spa👍🏻

Looking for something specific..

Sebastsk8

22

3 yearsBelarak (1201): RedWolfzCollectibles on Etsy makes some real nice custom frames. Here's an example with Captain Marvel printed on the bottom. He also makes some nice desktop slab holders with custom names. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/ff6d10a521e506f0d32a744fee224bc6.jpg

GoCollect Value Updates

zdoes10

29

3 yearsBPaxson002 (709): So who is there CLZ can work with? go collect can go screw themselves now.

Income tax question

jaysonslade

80

3 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): This exactly. What a load of %^&*

Would you consider him a creator?

Sebastsk8

16

3 yearsKYDU (890): That’s a great story I had the same thing happen when I first met Herb Trimpe and I couldn’t believe there was no lineup for him. He was amazing and drew me a sketch with two of his most famous characters fighting,(I still have it. I met Julius when I went to DC comics in NY. (I was friends with one of the longtime editors). I met him through a coworker at his job so different vibe than a con.I didn’t ask him for anything as that would...

Printing error or just my imagination?

Byrdibyrd

16

3 yearsSiggy (25570): Edit: wrong defect thread.

Trade or Hold?

stanley_1883

11

3 yearsRafel (4049): I'd trade it for some key AMAZING SPIDER-MAN that I need.

Turn around time for a newbie

Aikanou18

3

3 yearsesaravo (98813): @Aikanou18 - And you do include a copy of your invoice with your order.

Trading Card Question

jgzachary13

4

3 yearsRyan4421 (360): You are correct that is an industry standard on card grading. Once it is encapsulated it presses the card flat and the bow is no longer visible and as long as there is no creasing or color break it has no impact on grade. As mentioned it is produced but humidity in the air and nobody keeps their cards in a vacuum so it is viewed as a commonality and accepted.

Still wondering about my lost Megacon submission

asapa8

9

3 yearsasapa8 (23): @sborock THANK YOU AGAIN SO MUCH🙏🏻

Predator “detested”?

Scifinator

36

3 years50AE_DE (6464): Open thread to view post.

Who were the creators?

Sebastsk8

7

3 yearsBPaxson002 (709): Big John hated doing superheroes. However, he liked making money. Thus what he would do is do the breakdowns on a page and then pass it off to and inker or group of inkers to do the detail work. With this being a intercompany thing, and they wanted to avoid the problems with the first spiderman/superman team up, they passed the inking duties to just about everyone around.

ebay complaint

tipper

9

3 yearstipper (4): thanks fur your views tipper

The best scanner for graded comics part 2

outlawmonster

10

3 yearsoutlawmonster (115): @CatmanAmerica I will try to do that A/B test, next opportunity I get, at least with HP, unfortunately the MICROTEK is long gone… Maybe I’ll add the “keys” in case someone finds a different model.

Advice Needed

Eclipse9665

15

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): I thought some of the cgc cases were sealed all the way around. As a result, this gave rise to the myriad of slabs with Newton rings since the universal fix of sliding a piece of paper between the case and inner sleeve was no longer an option. That being said, it was quite common for the older slabs from the cgc to have gaps around the edges. Some of them would be large enough to slip a thin bladed knife in between the two pieces of plastic....

Recommend Modern Horror Titles

theCapraAegagrus

11

3 yearsDalkiel (2084): Eibon Press is pretty cool.

When will I hear about any confirmation from convention drop off books?

AKilgour

16

3 yearsetapi65 (4060): I just had my Orlando Megacon pop-up (last two days) as "submitted".

Any Upstate NY / Great Northeasters out there remember FantaCon?

dfoster43

1

3 yearsdfoster43 (1662): It was 1980 and my first 'big' comic convention was in my back yard. What a day. I'm sure I don't have to go into detail, it was probably exactly like everyone's first convention. But what memories this brings back of those days. I can almost smell the fall Albany air. Albany was my stomping ground and FantaCo was my LCS as John S Iavarone was incredibly rude to anyone under 21 that dared enter his place I never went there much....

Is this a distributor's "stripe"?

WrighteousDude

3

3 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): @WrighteousDude It’s your ink now.

CBCS Detached Cover Slab Notation

flanders

16

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): And if anyone is considering a purchase of a CBCS book that looks nicer than the given grade, they can always check the grader's notes to discover the cause... for free.

Display cabinet?

Sebastsk8

5

3 yearsBobashek (991): There is this one too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qC9KGT7Fms4

Star Wars quotes

Scifinator

54

3 yearsnaftixe (190): Everything that has transpired has done so according to my design. Your friends, up there on the sanctuary moon, are walking into a trap, as is your Rebel fleet. It was *I* who allowed the Alliance to know the location of the shield generator. It is quite safe from your pitiful little band. An entire legion of my best troops awaits them. Oh, I'm afraid the deflector shield will be quite operational when your friends arrive. - Emperor...

Circle City Comics

hogan36

3

3 yearsEmporiumCo (1): They are my local LCS, completely legit and great service / quality.

MCS Code Word This Week??

DWeeB1967

4

3 yearsGAC (75224): 👍

From a Purist perspective

Scifinator

34

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): I think PGX has it right...once they are slabbed who cares if it's missing coupons or pages or has colour touch - no one will ever know - give grades to all comics..and generous ones at that!!! Overstreet is just a guideline that the grading companies use but have come up with their own..so we can't really say coupon cut is max 1.0 because that isn't how they grade or what the market is accepting of. ...

Day 21 on my 2 day modern order

phonautograph

44

3 yearsphonautograph (7): ***UPDATE*** My "2 day modern" order was marked as received and my bank account was charged today. Today is exactly 5 calendar weeks since the books were delivered to their facility. I'm not sure that I will be using CBCS again after this experience due to their poor customer service framework. However, I do want to give them credit for only charging me for normal "non fast pass' grading fees, as I had been expecting to still be...

Watch this shoe, and see if it DROPS.

Scifinator

24

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): You ever open a box brah? Shiiii…paper cuts for days.

Pressing and cleaning before grading? does it effect? should i do it?

asapa8

8

3 yearsteacha777 (1180): If it’s a key the the price difference of a 9.8 and 9.6 will almost always justify the 12$ pressing cost

magazines cases finally

donho

25

3 yearscesidio (2342): I was at Monroe pop fest last week. Cody said last he heard was late this year. I hope so. Great lakes is in February. Maybe the few extra months will give cbcs a chance to work any bugs out. The magazine size cases from the other company... tried it once never again

spare a grade? MMPR 1

glow

5

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): The goal of a good presser isn't to make the spine completely flat. It should still have some roundness to it.

Spare a grade?

Supermole

10

3 yearslawguy1977 (6735): I agree as well on the 6.5.

Grading, Spine Ticks, Color Break

Jprez111

9

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): they’ve been in conflict for a while now. Lots of collateral damages left in the wake.

Help Needed: Woven spine repair on GA books?

jokioo

14

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): Personally, given the damage was already inflicted on the book, I would leave as is. A label is just a label in the end, regardless of current “trends”… It adds some likely “period-correct” charm. As for restored and conserved, I have mentioned this before but I have my doubts that those terms will be thrown around so interchangeably. Conservation is distinct from restoration in most cases. Where they overlap tends to be on the high...

Lead time from delivered by Carrier to "Recieved" by CBCS

ComicBlend

10

3 yearsVrishnak (926): So far by me labeling the outside of the box 2-day mod or 2-day modern they get received pretty quickly. I'd say 1-2 days after showing delivered by my carrier of choice. Grant it the service I am choosing is 2-day modern, so not fibbing it to get my stuff in quicker.

Has anyone else encountered this problem with CGC?

Byrdibyrd

4

3 yearsByrdibyrd (24736): Holy Cow! I hadn't thought of that! If I don't recognise the books, they'll be going back right away, and I'll post them all here in case someone knows who they belong to. Yes, it does. Shipped out on the 14th and will be arriving very late at night tonight, which means Monday because my P.O. box can only hold so much. I'll have to wait until then.

Did my book get pressed?

MrShanon

18

3 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): I'm pretty sure both of my books were pressed.. 👍

CBCS Signature verification and original certificates

RUBYROB

14

3 yearsrAd_1 (1): Convention programs would be in the same boat, and "Tour Books"...cough Deathmate cough

Order Shipped and Lost - Overseas Customer Service Has no Answers - HELP!!

MarcPatten

19

3 yearsMpucine (4): If there is a CBCS monitor on here help me too. My books have been lost for 3 months my order is 21-1CCFEE6-2D . Please any reply would be great .

Seller did me dirty? What to do?

calisto6

19

3 yearsScorpion (1016): Call your CC Visa, have them do a charge back, and that will take care of.

EDIT : Issue Resolved

asapa8

4

3 yearsasapa8 (23): @Darryl_H My apologies, I had no idea and I hope all is well. Thank you so much. Just hadnt heard anything and wanted to make sure! Thanks again Daryl :) You guys on here are awesome.

Raw Grade TAT

Helric1

3

3 yearsEbayMafia (37274): It was about 4-5 weeks quicker for my April submissions.

Any WINE experts out there?

Rafel

7

3 yearsRafel (4049): The cellar was built by my dad, a friend and myself back in 72'. It's 90 percent underground, it is dry, no windows, over head lights and has a drainage system which no water has ever been gotten in. When the bottle was inspected everything was intact. Cork looked good. No cracking or mold. A cork screw was used which was the wrong thing to use. About 80% of the cork was removed and the remainder pushed into the bottle. The wine was...

When you get the runaround from customer service, who do you call?

eloreto

43

3 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Problem is they are not. Who are you to bold anything I type like you want to pick a fight. Trust me you will lose. Go back to ur bridge troll.

Spare a grade? (Uncanny 266)

Sebastsk8

12

3 yearsGanaSoth (9659): I'm gonna go with 9.4 - 9.6 with a clean and press (pressable back cover bend). It has a few very tiny small color breaking spine ticks. I really couldn't see any damage to the corners or any thumb/flip damage, or oils from hands/foods. It's a really nice comic! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/84ab8a40abf2b9f47b254145fd7d068e.jpg ...

What happened to CBCS Support?

honukai92

16

3 yearshonukai92 (1): @dielinfinite @HulkSmash thanks for the advice, I'll contact the shipper and USPS to see if I can get an update customs or tracking number.

New tab on CBCS home page

Scifinator

16

3 yearsNamrepus28 (165): I too have experienced frustration with CBCS customer service, but I found this thread to comment on the fact that the cases only showed up as number 19. That's the best thing about CBCS in my opinion. Lol. I kept scrolling thinking, "Where do they mention the cases that manage to never have any Newton Rings?"

Current Receiving Time

BPaxson002

13

3 yearsComicbookzach (1020): I sent in a new order on Tuesday, and was Received and charged for yesterday.

What's your favorite?

Scifinator

30

3 yearsbrysb (12491): STAR TREK

Tracking submission at conventiob

VicFavero

5

3 yearsZombie_Head (3535): I was told at Megacon it would be roughly 4 weeks before I would see them on my dashboard. Just an FYI

Determine Profit Margin When Deciding to Slab & Sell

MurrayC

8

3 yearsSebastsk8 (2354): It depends on the book, if it's something that's an easy sale for worst case $50 profit, I'd do that. If it's something I'm look at more long term I'd go at least 100.

CANCELLING AN ORDER

tonyz58

5

3 yearstonyz58 (219): thanks again

CBCS Charged Me More Than I Thought They Would?

Eclipse9665

9

3 yearsEclipse9665 (215): @comixfan59 Sorry to hear about your situation but for me anyway it seems to be just a currency conversion which I am ok with.

Hurricane Problems

drchaos

34

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): “That sinking feeling” in a water damage comment. Well done. I am confident that water damage is by category the single biggest “grade reducer/collection destroyer” right after mom threw out “those worthless books.” At least post WW2… I mean that the degree of damage and permanence in combination, ouch… I guess comics in attics/sheds with literally crumbling paper too… Happy the OP avoided catastrophe. I mentioned in...

GRADING10 promo

Stardust_Memories

12

3 yearsIronMan (6255): This morning it still wasn't working for me and I really wanted to get the books shipped, otherwise it would be Tuesday. So I did the "add in large letters to the invoice" Meanwhile, I'll get some 2 day moderns ready to ship Tuesday. :)

QUESTION! Delivery on Closed Days

asapa8

26

3 yearsHeinzDad (35037): well done, well done.......

what am I missing with these prices? (Mile High Comics)

ERB_in_CLT

27

3 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): Listed as a NM by MHC and came back an honest NM. It was FMV with a Chuck code word. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/25501511856fc85eb81401ff04a688a9.jpg

Pressing Question (no pun intended)

dfoster43

17

3 yearsdfoster43 (1662): Hey I sincerely enjoy your posts and appreciate the input and the last thing I would want to do is rub anyone's fur the wrong way on the forum but man LOL thanks for Mansplaining. So I'm sorry I prompted your eye-roll and triggered a sigh and the need to create a teaching metaphor using outrageously sarcastic examples but seriously? You felt I needed it broken down like "... My neighbor said his cousin's brother's next door neighbor's...

Paying your bill>>> from Canada

Tyler

1

3 yearsTyler (577): I see my status has changed TODAY to processing :) :) :) :) on my May 1st submission I clicked on the "pay now" button and i received a message saying>> ACH transactions are not accepted by this merchant>?? I have it set up as so it takes direct from my bank account ( as per instructed as i read ) ...>>>now what ?? I am set up to de E-transfers also, if this helps at all. PLEASE HELP,,,i am going...

Journey into mystery annual 1 spine feathering

giantsizecoms

1

3 yearsgiantsizecoms (1): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/35a238e550f7f19bb4fb57c5d6517af1.png Hey everyone, just recently purchased this journey into mystery annual #1 and I was wondering how the spine would effect the grade on this book. I don’t know much about square bound spine grading issues. Thanks!

Comic Book storage

TigerRose1981

25

3 yearsdfoster43 (1662): Excellent! This link worked perfectly. :D

Tranzor Z Comics

hogan36

20

3 yearsBuzbe (158): Just for taking them to school where they where band.

WTB - The Devils Rejects #1 & or Rob Zombie's Spook Show International #1

GanaSoth

1

3 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Looking to buy: The Devils Rejects #1 and or Rob Zombie's Spook Show International #1 Looking for those comics to be SIGNED by SID HAIG. Sid Haig was one of my favorite horror actors. Sadly he passed away back in 2019. PM me. If you know anyone that has them, please redirect them to this thread if they want to sell. Thank you. ...

Marvel = Go Woke Go Broke

GanaSoth

249

3 yearsGanaSoth (9659): But I digress. I'll stop my ranting now before I get banned, even though all I said above is history and written down as truth. We just have to connect the dots.

Ebay selling/taxes

HOGLEG

46

3 yearsMurm (2619): @moodswing Will do thanks!!

Absolute Carnage #1 1:500 Virgin General Question

hogan36

36

3 yearsSebastsk8 (2354): @HulkSmash I grabbed a couple of those already 😂

Silver Age Collection for sale

Ladygirl

74

3 yearsLadygirl (45): Thanks for the tips

Slabbed heros legit?

Jetsetfive

5

3 yearsKeepItClunky (1495): His instagram went off the rails with politics, but I've always received my orders in the past.

Assistnace Identifying Signature on comic book

Pabs29

12

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): Best I can figure is Zigler, but have not been able to find a sig. best case for zigler is that large squiggle is a cursive Z. No one on the con list I could find has a sig remotely close to what you have.

Is it really Jim Lee signature?

manouro

43

3 yearsteacha777 (1180): Anybody willing to try and forge a signature to see if it gets verified? Don’t answer on the thread of course

New into grading need help please

manouro

6

3 yearsmanouro (5): Perfect thank you 👍

Educate me.

Scifinator

13

3 yearsEbayMafia (37274): @Nuffsaid111 I agree, the seller is fully culpable. But it's just an interesting con where a buyer with a lack in knowledge believes that they are taking advantage of a seller with a lack of knowledge. I've got to imagine 75% of those sales result in returns or dispute.

A dilemma. What to do?

comixcited

44

3 yearscomixfan59 (171): That doesn’t even make sense.

Becoming a CBCS dealer

Bige

7

3 yearsKYDU (890): @sborock I’m extremely interested in this as well if you could DM me the info. Thanks in advance!

quick question about direct edition vs newstands/barcodes on x-men vol 1

persianninja

6

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): 122 was the earliest I could find

Are These Date Stamps?

mattness

9

3 yearsGalen130 (6488): Learned something new…thanks for that. 👍😀

What to do??

steel12

11

3 yearssteel12 (1): Thanks for the info.. I think I have a decision to make. Leaning towards the grading idea

Comic con submissions

Comjon

2

3 yearsDrWatson (54356): Similar discussion with answers found here.

Question: Stray Dogs #1

tonnage71

7

3 yearsDrogio (7992): I was thinking expect 9.4. None of my cover As have that.

Pressing question about Megacon

Belarak

4

3 yearsBelarak (1201): Thanks I kinda felt the same way but I had some other books I was going to get signed that have the card stock covers and they don't need pressing. I guess I'll send in two different orders.

CGC 2.5 TTA 44 SS Stan Lee (Just Need Your Two Cents)

00slim

5

3 years00slim (17954): This has bitten me more than once. The, “well, I already have one . . .” mentality.

Sell now or wait?

Jetsetfive

27

3 yearstimberghost (269): sell

Cgc to cbcs slab swap

R0gu31

9

3 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): This brings back memories - getting a return request from an ebay buyer who was livid that I sent him oil-ridden slab. After a no questions asked immediate return, he blocked me... lol. P.S: Newton Rings on the sale were not that bad at all. Low to moderate

Has anyone been seeing the latest Batman art on some of the covers??

timberghost

14

3 yearslawguy1977 (6735): Loved that Killer Smile series! As for that Mattina cover, it's amazing. I go back and forth when it comes to Mattina, but I'm definitely picking up that Fear State Alpha cover. Also, if you're a Jock fan, I feel like a couple of his recent covers has been some of the best he's done. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/31274c7dd31d4d5ead5de7b4003feed4.jpg...

Submitting CGC Qualified Grade Autographed Comic Book

Comicbookfanboy

5

3 yearsScifinator (15822): @Batman66 - i have never been charged such a fee. I suspect that CBCS secretly considers it an honored dury to do so.

question about rivet labels

timberghost

23

3 yearssborock (48460): Yep! Lesson learned! :O

Anybody get the "shipment cancelled by sender" status on fedex?

grademystuff

2

3 yearsScifinator (15822): Yes, eventually, there was another label created.

Images

Jetsetfive

4

3 yearsJetsetfive (8): Thanks I'll try it out.

Regarding sending in books at a con (TorpedoCon)

AKilgour

5

3 yearsAKilgour (15): Awesome, appreciate the reply and help! Thank you!

Newbie here, advice on my only comic

ralpheal1

16

3 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): Welcome to the hobby.

Issues upgrading my membership

sgthompsonjr

2

3 yearsComicbookfanboy (1): What’s the error message that you’re getting?

Newbie questions

Jetsetfive

10

3 yearsradd76 (577): @theCapraAegagrus you should have an artist sign in invisible ink and we test this theory bahahahahahahaha

Any AWs attending Comic Con Prague?

dielinfinite

3

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): I sent an email to the convention’s contact asking if they are aware of any CBCS witnesses at the show. Another long shot but I have to try

How Do You Rank The MCU?

00slim

12

3 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): The ones that have multiple rematch value to me are (no particular order): Winter Soldier Avengers Infinity War Endgame Iron Man Ant Man Homecoming Cap First Avenger The rest were enjoyable when I first saw them but never felt a need to rewatch on a regular basis.

Dry Clean Only? (ASM 129)

00slim

11

3 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): . If it’s too delicate for a press, maybe use a tacking iron.

Grading 101: Help me Learn (Tomb of Dracula 16)

bennyb86

6

3 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): I think a 6.0 sounds possible.

First Appearance of Tony Stark A.I. Discrepancy

Josh7945

15

3 yearsJosh7945 (413): I think we’ve found the A.I. Everyone.

Submission Status

AtlanteanAlliance

3

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): The information should be on the “Tracking Your Order 101” post on the Newbie’s Guide

eBay insurance not enough

jaysonslade

11

3 yearsPuckster (3001): If it's a $7k item and it's in country, just hand deliver it. :D

TAT on raw grade?

Dawnstar

10

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @Dawnstar No they don’t

Anyone Out There Collect Baseball/Sports Cards?

tonnage71

22

3 yearsbennyb86 (796): This might be an apples to oranges situation as I don't collect cards but as far as Garbage Pail Kids I know uncut sheets tend to be more valuable that a whole set depending on the condition. I've seen about a 3 to 4 times multiplier depending on the condition.

Books signed on the first page instead of cover

goalcam

21

3 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): You might find this article interesting.....notice the image of him signing the copy in the picture.....he is signing the book precisely where yours appears to have the signature as well, rather than the first page as he often did.To me that is suggestive at least....... My only confirmed Kirby signature to compare.. https://archivesusie3d.wixsite.com/3-dlegends/jack-kirby ...

Curious if anyone is watching Loki/ has figured out who the "Variant" is

Darkseid_of_town

40

3 yearsGAC (75224): Kang is the variant, but he’s also not technically Immortus," the filmmaker explained. "It’s a bit like Sylvie, right? She’s a unique character in relation to our story. He Who Remains is in the comics, but the version in our show was very different. He’s closer to Immortus, but he’s a unique character for our story. But Kang is a variant of that character." He Who Remains mentioned that he was once a scientist in the...

My shopping cart submissions were deleted..again

PopCultureGuy

10

3 yearsPopCultureGuy (10): Shipping if i remember lol

Submission list: saving/time out

PopCultureGuy

11

3 yearsPopCultureGuy (10): I betcha that's it...

"Insured Value" Changes "Grade Screening False" to "None"

AWES10

14

3 yearsAWES10 (9): @TigerRose1981 what I was able to figure out and what @dielinfinite also explained is that when you put an insured value greater than $400 the tier dropdown option (on the right hand side, has options like "consumer", "quickstream" & "rapid") automatically changes to "quickstream" and the lesser options, like "consumer" (which allow for the grade screening) disappear. Basically as long...

Status of Geoff Johns signing (STILL?!)

FearTheManThing

8

3 yearswaynemel (219): FB=Facebook Here is the CBCS signature page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/315360812169321/

When will comic collecting “catch up”

Davethebrave

23

3 yearsDavethebrave (16787): I am going to be watching a Showcase 4 closely that is a conserved 5.0 and is up for auction. I currently own a Showcase 4 that is a universal cgc 4.0 and if these conserved trade at 50-60% of fair value I *may just pick up a second book. *I dislike so much $ going to the auction house like HA … the knowledge of such high trxn costs makes me cringe at clicking the bid button there so odds are lower for that irrational reason alone :-)

Submitting CGC for CBCS reholder/regrading

xvipah

12

3 yearsStardust_Memories (386): I had that same request with sending in slabbed books from other companies and got a vague response in an email that didn't really give an answer. I sent them in as normal so I'll have to wait and see. Oh, and they didn't mention anything about a July 4th discount. Not very customer friendly.

Grading Fee Discounts

dfoster43

6

3 yearsMrbryceman (306): There was a couple different live sales from a few places I buy from that had the artist/writers there and was signing a certain amount of the books you bought so I dropped a lot of money (wife doesn't know true amount) and got a ton of cool stuff. Signed white Widow books batman/Catwoman and some of the books I have that are signed are metal covers.

How do you prepare for cons?

Sebastsk8

24

3 yearsbennyb86 (796): For smaller prints and if i'm doing a Photo Op with a Celebrity I tend to bring along archival safe top loaders for photos. Learned my lesson many times over (and yet I still forget half the time) of paying over the top for supplies at the show. Oh and don't forget cash. Cash is king at Cons.

ISO Help: verified signature

ERB_in_CLT

2

3 yearssborock (48460): Send in the original CGC label and we will accept that. You will need to get the new signature verified by us. Hope that helps a bit!

Strangest non-comic for comic trades?

Davethebrave

7

3 yearsesaravo (98813): It wasn’t comics, but I once traded away some Topps baseball card sets and some cash for a 7.5 hp outboard motor.

Shipping won’t generate

TheEbner

3

3 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): Welcome aboard! Please enjoy your stay at the world renowned CBCS hotel👍

Newbie(ish) question re signatures and forms

ERB_in_CLT

2

3 yearsHulkSmash (10699): If they are CBCS authentic sig; then CBCS will adjust the dates accordingly. You would only need to put the invoice date.

Normal delivery time for your books to make it from Canada to CBCS?

Ramage23

13

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): Dallas is currently 4-6 week behind on entering things into the system - add another 6-8 for our books to get there. Reallllllly hoping that things clear up this fall as the border starts to slowly open again

Paying My Invoice

doozerdoo1

7

3 yearsdoozerdoo1 (23): Thanks Again!!! I've chilled about this, just didn't want to leave a bill unpaid. I need to be on TIME!!!

UNKNOWN Comics Excuse

Belarak

4

3 yearsBronte (38865): @dielinfinite Agreed.

Another newbie question

timberghost

3

3 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): @Bronte is correct This is what should be done when submitting books. It doesn’t change the cost of submitting the book. So there is no reason to not max out the insured value

Fedex

daver

3

3 yearsKatKomics (30267): okey dokey......@daver Did you have your books sent back through CBCS Canada? I use the CanPar option as it's cheaper for me but I was certain the FedEx was FedEx Canada (i.e. sent back to Oakville then by FedEx to you so should never have had these charges) ....anyway I have an out for you!! Check the paperwork attached to your box from CBCS - if they sent it straight from Dallas to you they recently have been including the correct paper...

Foxing or Dirty?

shawn_t

23

3 yearsdoog (8483): I removed an old crusty something from one of my golden age today. Fingernail! High tech.

What do you use to track your collection and give an idea of value?

Tolen

22

3 yearsBronte (38865): In terms of tracking the books for insurance purposes, I signed up for a free Dropbox account and use dropsync, an app on android platform. Once I take a picture on my phone it automatically uploads to the cloud. I take 2 pics, one of whole book, 1 of serial numbers. If I sell a book the app automatically deletes the book from cloud once I delete or move book to an archive folder.

Cover stains (maybe fruit juice!?)

shawn_t

8

3 yearsBriten (1828): @shawn_t so technically speaking, they are juice stains.

Star Wars: War of the Bounty Hunters Alpha error?

Belarak

2

3 yearsBelarak (1201): I thought I would post a follow-up here. I did some digging and found out that this was a printing error. It was suppose to be the Trade cover. I contacted Izzy Comics and Collectibles and this is what they said: It was a misprint. Marvel is actually recalling the book. They just haven’t told me if I need to destroy or return them. They will not be replacing it either, so there will not be a full trade dress, but the print run is going to be...

question about moderns

timberghost

7

3 yearstimberghost (269): Thank you.

Verified REJECT

DMC

14

3 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Al alternate solution might be to attend a con where both the signer and CBCS are present and have him provide testimony to them he did sign said book, and that is his signature. It might not be enough even then but it sure would be some good persuasion for your viewpoint

Membership Drive and Tag Cleanup

EbayMafia

8

3 yearsEbayMafia (37274): So, anyone got ideas on recruiting new members? Anyone open to reaching out to buyers and sellers from Ebay? I mentioned the forum a few times both before and after transactions. My messages never got blocked by Ebay. CBCS could consider putting a forum invite into packages they are sending back to customers. Or they could add a forum invite to the emails when submissions are recieved. I was using them for about 5 years before I even...

What if it's blue and not green?

jaysonslade

12

3 yearschester15 (2060): I think the question is: Why doesn't it have a GREEN LABEL???

Turnaround times ; I’m in Canada

Cmoores

57

3 yearsCmoores (5): UPDATE****. My comics arrived today. I’m happy. Upset it took 8 months but I’ve learned from this experience. Thanks everyone!

AC 1000 Massafera Reholder

jgzachary13

2

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): There were minimal changes to the label design with the new labels and as a rule the new label on a reholder maintains all the information from the original. I don’t see any reason why that would change for this book

Newbie question: PGX to CBCS

Bigw00ddaddy

9

3 yearsBigw00ddaddy (3): Thanks everyone! I appreciate the input :)

Using Membership coupons… how do I?

dmoloth

3

3 yearsdmoloth (24): Thanks! I wasn’t sure if I was supposed to enter a code or whatever.

Comic shops in Seattle/Tacoma area

jaysonslade

4

3 yearsjaysonslade (217): Thanks! Great info! That's exactly the things I need to know. Awesome!

Help with new eBay payments received

mattness

14

3 yearschester15 (2060): To my knowledge, yes. Maybe someone else has more information on that. The bright thing for them to do is to let you use the funds in your MP account to buy things on eBay. But they are too dumb to see it. As it is now, if someone purchases something on eBay using any of the accepted payment methods, eBay will get charged a fee by those companies. EBay then passes that cost on to the seller in their FVF as part of the processing fee. ...

Artist pseudonyms and variant names on CBCS labels

nightsnotover

4

3 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @nightsnotover I definitely recommend checking out the Newbie’s Guide since it explains a lot about submitting to CBCS and the services they offer

Tax efficient profits?

jaysonslade

36

3 yearsEbayMafia (37274): Hopefully everyone understands this clearly. There is no change in the tax obligations, what's changing is the reporting requirements. Previously you could sell up to $20,000 in a year on platforms such as Ebay and it was up to you to report that information to the IRS. Now Ebay and other platforms are required to provide the IRS with information on anyone who sold over $600 on their platform in a year. So it's not like money will be...

Memorial Day Promo Qustion

Puckster

6

3 yearsPuckster (3001): @Scifinator That makes sense. Looking at the promo a little better I can see that.

first time ever submissions >>

Tyler

15

3 yearsTyler (577): I wonder if there is a mech in place to track them once they get to Toronto, and throughout their journey south? If not>>>> I know it is a bit more work BUT..if Canadian submissions are given a "Canadian Submitting number" and they put THAT on the bottom (side) of the package. When the person picking up the packages get there...they can take a pic the "number" on the box and mark it as in system or forward the...

CBCS Customer Service Status

WalkinWillie

17

3 yearsMmanick (288): So true. When I called to get information they couldn't give me any. Didnt even know the difference between silver age and golden age.

Comic ID not being Found

arktech

6

3 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): @arktech I ran into this issue recently with a reholder. When I emailed customer service about it, the instructions were to basically put it in as a new grading submission but note on the invoice that it is for a reholder. I would write in nice big, Sharpie with highlighter. The invoice should be adjusted when CBCS receives it. If not, then just email customer service about it and it will be adjusted. That's what I did. Just to show that...

Suncoast Comic-Con

jgzachary13

1

3 yearsjgzachary13 (187): Anyone planning on attending this con? I presume the bigger grading companies won’t be there (CBCS, CGC, etc.) even though this is in CGC’s backyard.

Experience with Investment Grade Key Comics?

DWeeB1967

1

4 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Has anyone had experience purchasing from Investment Grade Key Comics? I'm considering buying a book from them and would appreciate any feedback about good experiences, bad experiences, etc. Thanks!

Travelers

Scifinator

9

4 yearsScifinator (15822): @Joosh - How the spread was enabled through primarily three people in different settings and Designed to have a 10 day incubation (too similar)and cull about 30% of the population. It was an oh wow moment for me. I had no idea that this was part of the story line and for it to have aired before our pandemic

How to see eBay Best Offer Accepted?

jaysonslade

11

4 yearschester15 (2060): I just re-checked, still not working on several attempts. I figured it might be just slow to find newly ended listings, so I tried a week-old listing. Still no luck. Just an animation of a guy with an overcoat draped on his arm, looking around like he is lost. Maybe it's hit and miss.

Got any Modok covers? to share.

robo

6

4 yearsrobo (350): I’m thinking Modok is Kirby’s avatar. Facially - they’re a match and both are attached to a chair from which they are trapped yet have their power. Like Mordor, Jack is basically just a diabolical head with arms with legs cause they were easier to keep than explain what happened to them. I can’t not see him as Kirby now but like it.

Signature & Grading Questions

hogan36

3

4 yearshogan36 (198): @dielinfinite Thank you!

Immortal hulk

Reelgee

2

4 yearsHeinzDad (35037): This isn’t factual, more like an opinion, not likely. The run is over period at 50 from what I heard and I’m butt hurt by that.

Potential grade... Iron Man Security Measures?

BuffJake09

6

4 yearsBuffJake09 (420): I went ahead and purchased the book, it will be a birthday present for my brother who is a huge Agents of Shield and Phil Coulson fan... my next step will be sending it off to be graded once it arrives. I'd like to know if anyone can share what the rough estimates that I should expect as far as a timeframe currently? Thanks in advance!

Star Wars VLIX Oncard and BOBA FETT Prototype are coming!

Scifinator

3

4 yearsScifinator (15822): @Briten - There are 15 "L" slots and 4 "J" slots that have been graded by AFA.

Label Corrections

Bobsaget

6

4 yearsBobsaget (14): @dielinfinite thanks I may do that but I'm not worried about this book I have multiple to eventually send I just wanted to make sure next time that it was on it correctly

Wisdom on Selling Most of My Collection

jgzachary13

20

4 yearsjgzachary13 (187): @xkonk Thank you. I believe I will work with the CGCs on EBay first and then break up raws into lots and follow the steps you mention. I’ll determine MCS v. EBay then and hopefully have more time. Thank you (and everyone) again.

Ebay New Listing Format Help & Questions Thread

drchaos

12

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): lol, I wonder if he was short-selling their stock at the time. Sorry, this is how it read in summary view.

Sales slowdown or anomoly?

Scifinator

56

4 yearsTowmater (10537): Seeing how long TAT's have become in the industry, if I ran a large convention I would offer free space to a grading company if they came and graded at my show. I think it would entice people to the show in big numbers and get people through the doors that might be hesitant to venture out. On a side note, I think that the grading companies might want to freeze new submissions until TAT's get beck to a more reasonable amount of time. Maybe...

who got information on this book?

Reelgee

9

4 yearsReelgee (1011): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/82c516af80e93a78fc8a1f99396199c3.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/290df5741d11f7fbea9e09cae89b1f6a.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/96a57065b79185ef3785eaa6725d8e2c.jpg...

Ebay - WTF is Gallery Plus Fee

drchaos

11

4 yearsScifinator (15822): @drchaos - Maybe you were hacked by @ebaymafia

Question about Grading comics that were never opened.

Nemlack

26

4 yearsCatCovers (10913): ASM 300 wasn't polybagged.

A couple of turnaround questions

dmoloth

3

4 yearsdmoloth (24): Thanks. I was expecting that but I wanted to confirm it due to some funny verbiage in the submission process.

She hulk collection >> to be graded or not >?

Tyler

18

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): @Tyler so it’s for sale now 😉

Superman Keys Checklist?

00slim

12

4 yearssoutherncross (32924): @DWeeB1967 exactly, a lot of information and data has been collected over the decades of their publishing.

Which would you choose??

jaysonslade

18

4 yearsandy49 (3955): I'm ok with offwhite or higher, so the higher graded book wins provided that it looks like the grade given

tax consequences 2022

tonyz58

44

4 yearsScifinator (15822): @Puckster - If your parents are still alive, disregard the following. If your parents are deceased, not to worry...At least NOT YET. There is what's known as date of death step up in basis. Essentially, the collectibles get a bump up in basis (cost wise for taxes) to ones date of death. As such if I bought my Alpha Flight #1 in 1983 for 0.75 and I die in 2033 the year after that Alpha Flight starred in their own title Movie which wins...

Board Rules about Political Posts: Please Read

SteveRicketts

108

4 yearsOGJackster (52527): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/ca0e9581839ce0ce6bf3106a5d711f9b.jpg

Semi Rigid Bags for Raw Books

Ryan4421

3

4 yearsDonnied (1504): I've been using the 4 mil mylar bags for almost 40 years. They are the preferred method for protecting unslabbed comics. Combined with a good quality acid-free backing board, and a stable storage environment, your comics will be good to go.

Help with first submission please

Pjl

9

4 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): @Pjl You have made a wise and informed decision

Press and grade question

Sebastsk8

6

4 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): @GAC :D:beer:

Shipping on the submission form >>>

Tyler

6

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Yes, the pricing is in CAD. I’m not sure if it is still the case but the price on the dashboard might change to the equivalent in USD

First submission questions

jef

5

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @jef It sounds like you selected a Grade Screen option. Grade screening is when you provide a minimum grade you want the book to achieve before committing to full grading. When Grade screening is selected the book shows a cost of $0 because it is unknown whether you will be paying for grading, a rejection fee, or have the rejection fee waived. Once the books are screened, books that meet the minimum threshold you set move on to full grading...

Will GoCollect blog move the needle on this comic?

Scifinator

12

4 yearsJesse_O (39314): CBSI (Comic Book Speculation and Investing) has mentioned Exile comics frequently the last 2 years or so.

How to become an Authorized Witness

Belarak

10

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): I think you just go down to the Kingdom Hall, learn about Jehovah, get the pamphlets and start ringing doorbells. Maybe there's a baptism involved...I'm not really sure.

Sent in the wrong book for grading

Jprince256

4

4 yearscomixcited (1337): normally the big title fixes come when the comix hit grading. they will catch it.

Ebay Payment Dispute

drchaos

93

4 yearspoka (25000): Under paypal you would be protected if you meet the requirement for seller's protection. Paypal would absorb. Under ebay managed payment I have seen both sides. In reality, whether ebay or paypal they charge a fee to the seller. Part of that fee should go to cover situations like this

Submitting new comic

returnofmo

2

4 yearsScifinator (15822): Welcome aboard. You can type in as a Spawn 230, but then bring up the Variant drop down. If you don’t see your exact match, you can type in the variant for each item.

Books delivery how long to show received?

ukdavid68

22

4 yearsukdavid68 (9): My books have been received in today and are now processing. That's a little relief now that I know it has officially been received. I understand now the real waiting starts.

Fraudulent CBCS Case??

buildingsbreeding

21

4 yearsbuildingsbreeding (7): awesome, that is exactly what is happening with this book. Thanks everyone. I can now feel good about my purchase.

Stain on the cover.

Flip1987

12

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): https://media2.giphy.com/media/hLUiXoGKNIVb2/giphy.gif

Question about raw grading/screening

xvipah

7

4 yearsxvipah (4870): @SidTheSquid Ah, there it is, thanks for that.

First Pressing Submission. Help Please

RareComics

8

4 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): Send it go CBCS in Dallas. We're all under the same roof now. There shouldn't be any mention of the old Florida address remaining anywhere. If you see it, let me know and I'll have it removed.

Ladies roll call! we locked it! no women found :(

robo

31

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): @robo quite often I have to stare at your writing for several minutes and add my own syntax and punctuation before I can fully understand what you are trying to convey. But once I put in the work, it's usually worth it. Ciao Ladies...IBTL!

Revisiting RAW Grading

ReCollecting

21

4 yearsReCollecting (41): One of the best advantages of RAW grading is that it provides a third option. The biggest question when purchasing a comic virtually is grading. You won't know the condition of the issue until it's in your hands whether RAW or slabbed. Yes, slabbed offers a higher level of physical protection, but not grading. And I've seen my fair share of damaged comic books inside slabs. In addition, there is a group of collectors who also include the...

Jenny Zero #1

tonnage71

10

4 yearsOGJackster (52527): I broke down and got one for $20 on ebay.

WTB: Venom: Lethal Protector TPB

00slim

4

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Congrats! I actually have a lot of overlapping trades in Venom’s pre-solo appearances but aside from a couple of trades I mostly just have the mini-series in the Venom Omnibus

Insurance

Herkzy

11

4 yearscyrano0521 (1303): Jerry Siegel signature only adds about 100-150 to book value for most collectors; Dan Jerguns can actually detract from the value, to some people. I would leave them in the $200 tier. If you want faster turnaround, use fast pass/fast press which cuts wait time in half.

Help with Grade and price please

Oteemorse

32

4 yearsOteemorse (322): Yup you’ve got GOLD in dem dar Hills !!

Hybrid Grading - HGA

Supertom

43

4 yearsGAC (75224): My point with this is AI is going to takeover the world and I for one welcome our robot overlords. lol!

How to value 0.3 and 0.1?

dielinfinite

16

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): ahh, the mistake I made was misreading your original comment and thinking you were referring to GoCollect

What happened to Goldballs? Wasn't he suddenly important?

Joosh

3

4 yearsxkonk (17876): I personally liked that series but I don't think I'm in the majority (not that people disliked it, it's just kind of there). And while Goldballs (now Egg) is the key to reviving mutants, it isn't like he pops up a whole lot or is any more popular than he was before. He isn't the focus of any storylines or going on cool adventures. He hangs out on Krakoa and brings people back to life, which means he's with Hope, Proteus, Tempus (also...

Guess the comic

Scifinator

13

4 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): Going out on a limb here. Is it Deathmate Orange?

Venom 26 Variant Covers

jgzachary13

14

4 yearsSebastsk8 (2354): This was the first book I did some actual speculative purchases on and bought 10 copies of the trade dress kirkham A covers, they have since dropped in price but I made a few hundred off of them from that gamble. Since then I havent done that really, just bought covers that I liked or were harder to find. The peach venom 30 sketch cover is one of my more favorite recent covers though, the knull/venom cover is a nice one.

all the sudden trouble signing in to home page

timberghost

13

4 yearstimberghost (269): me too now

Update on Johns, Fabok, Finch, etc. Private Signing Event

FearTheManThing

3

4 yearsFearTheManThing (5): Great, thanks for the update!

Magazine sized submissions

danmalek466

9

4 yearskaptainmyke (27079): it was #soon 3 years ago lol

Previous Owners Signature on Cover

zombiederek

7

4 yearsMurrayC (2855): You can turn that "Dale Hopkins" into "To Dale Hopkins, from your pal, Stan Lee! Excelsior!" kidding.... KIDDING.... I'm kidding...

Packing How-To's for USPS Priority/Insurance (~4.5k book).

robo

11

4 yearsCatCovers (10913): Double-boxing is important. Here's a package I got last week. It was NOT double-boxed. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/565d7ada83b6d0eac64f5ad4f13144b7.jpg

Press screen charge if pressed?

RonMob

15

4 yearsBronte (38865): I've submitted press screen and been rejected on a few books. If it was a money grab they would have pressed in my opinion.

Comic subscriptions

timberghost

9

4 yearsJesse_O (39314): This is my shipment from MCS that I got today. I didn't think to take pictures before I opened it. It held 9 books. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/1bf3b18b8545f908c3d7e11abe0031b1.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3a645b5cdbd6a372fe0dc5dee46c2843.jpg ...

Can You Tear A Slabbed Comic?

ReCollecting

17

4 yearsReCollecting (41): The item arrived in a USPS Priority box with lots of rolled-up newspapers. By the way, the local dealer estimated the worth at far, far below the original price. No surprise there.

Giuseppe Camuncoli Signature Event

lalste

4

4 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): I've learned with these signing events to modify my mindset that once they're sent in, it could be upwards of double digit months. I send in and don't even think about them anymore otherwise I'll go bananas if I do think

Please help..

KyleeRenew6209

12

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): 2nd.. Looks like a Bagley sig

X-men ashcan inquiry

Scifinator

4

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I Would have assumed the no price variant would be least common since it required effort on your part to fill out a survey, mail it, and actually receive the book in a condition worth keeping.

General Time Frame Question

laanxx99

10

4 yearsxkonk (17876): Speaking of the trade-off, you can increase speed by increasing price - pay for fast press/fast pass (or a higher tier of grading).

Photo Quality - Or lack thereof

Scifinator

17

4 yearsScifinator (15822): LOL somehow I knew some were gonna have fun with the 9.9 /9.8. Honestly, I wanted to illustrate how different lighting affects The photo. With the same camera. Home is LED whhile office is fluorescent. And no, nothing stays displayed at the office. Those are to be sold and boxed up, so no chance of damage from the fluorescent lighting. Home is obviously for my permanent (force ghost) collection. If you haven’t done so before, if you...

ok need help as to submitting

timberghost

22

4 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): @timberghost bother us all you want! this is a great group and like Brian said, lots of folks here are willing to help.

Help with figuring insure value for submit

timberghost

11

4 yearsGAC (75224): Your return shipping cost is based partially on your chosen insurance limit. So, if you insure a $10 book at the highest dollar limit of the tier, your return shipping costs more than if you just insured the book for $10.

The perfect 10?

Herkzy

25

4 yearsSiggy (25570): I'll always wonder, "What kept this from 10.0?" Bad cup of morning coffee? Dust mite droppings? Of course that's not nearly as frustrating of a question as, "Why did this get a 9.8 after a CPR??" Don't forget to add that possible plot-twist to the tale. https://i.imgur.com/OcEY4KZl.jpg

Buy the Numbers - which would you purchase?

sportshort

21

4 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Either book is a decent purchase...For myself I say go with the key that is likely to rise....given that Darkseid has a role in the upcoming Synder cut that isnt going to hurt the value of FP 1 for sure....and one has to think that sooner or later Darkseid will get his due in a series or Theater movie. Conversely Swamp thing just had a series that was done well, and should have been continued but wasnt for whatever dismal reason. I dont see...

Action Comics #9

rgreenson

3

4 yearsflanders (27407): Maybe that's the combo.

Best Place to Sell Slabs?

MurrayC

32

4 yearsSpiderTim (3371): so if I sell over $600 on ebay and get paid through Paypal which one would send me the 1099 form? I have a US account bbut receive my funds in another countries Paypal account which is were I actual do live.

If you could go back in time...

Jabberwookie

46

4 yearsScifinator (15822): I would tell myself to put off buying those SA that called to me, Silver Surfer #1, Captain Marvel #1, Captain America #100, and Sub-Mariner #1. Instead, embrace the X-Men and instead of buying a case of Alpha Flight #1, buy a case of Hulk 181. Non-comic advice - While I was correct in not investing clients in dot com this and dot com that in the late 90's, and thus avoiding the dot com crash of 2000-2003 and actually making clients money in...

Keep ‘My Comics’ on CBCS dashboard?

MrNotSoNice

2

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): There is currently no option to remove books from the My Comics list

Valuing ungraded comics

RonMob

11

4 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @RonMob Welcome aboard. There is a lot of solid advice given here so far. Educate yourself as much as you can before jumping in too quickly. I spec on books a little bit but for the most part, I buy what I like and I sell what I won't miss.

If you send in a Red Label to be pressed, do you pay again for Sig Verify?

Comix_Toronto

4

4 yearsGAC (75224): @Scifinator @lawguy1977 are correct...send the books back still encapsulated. You'll pay for pressing and grading only. There are no longer Red labels, you will receive a Yellow label. TATs are long...pressing I believe is around 10 weeks and grading is 6-8 weeks.

Grading thoughts

jfry20002000

9

4 yearsJoosh (4179): 8.5 as is 9.4 after press Nice copy regardless.

1st Invincible Preview??

jaysonslade

7

4 yearsjake (3238): Be careful. The cover should look like this. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/6050fa12a3ed81d7dce23f6949111c40.jpg Should say Museum Edition / Special Preview on front cover and hologram of Skeletor on the back cover. Good luck with the search!

Anyone Use the Canadian Distribution Centre?

MurrayC

26

4 yearsMurrayC (2855): Just got notified that my books have arrived at CBCS. Literally a month has passed since dropping the books off at Canada Post (Feb 4th) to when they got into CBCS's hands for processing (Mar 4th)

Death of Superman & Reign of the Supermen Questions

RonMob

9

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): it really depends...if it's just for your personal collection you get one answer, if it's with the intent to sell then you have to do the math. Grading is $18, press is $12..so potentially $30 per book..then shipping to and from CBCS then what do you think it will sell for...that Superman 75 in 9.8 is $120 but! ebay fees, paypal fees you're now closer to $100..and you will have say $40 in for grading and shipping...so profit of $60?? Then have...

Newbie would like an opinion on grades and pressing

RonMob

15

4 yearsHaljordanfan (2320): 6.5 on the GL 8 on the DD

Is Printing Identified on Slabs? (Viz & TokyoPop)

Nuffsaid111

13

4 yearsbennyb86 (796): I should clarify I haven’t had it for first prints as I think it’s generally assumed that a copy is a first print unless otherwise specified but I have two instances where I have a second print and 5th printing notation.

Monthly (Comic) Book Club - February - Watchmen

dielinfinite

111

4 yearsxkonk (17876): I didn't think about the time aspect of it until you mentioned it in your last recap, but I did think of it spatially. Why did they teleport to that particular place in New York, as opposed to Dan's apartment or something? But missing maybe two days of time on top of it, that's a heck of a mix-up.

Press Grade Time & Web Specials

bluemeenie

10

4 yearsxkonk (17876): @bluemeenie you will sometimes see status changes along the way, especially if you're looking at the invoice. It just isn't consistent.

Let's talk music thread...

Jabberwookie

91

4 yearsCatmanAmerica (31120): Joe, Kenny Kramme and Eric Czar. Back when Joe Bonamassa was getting a lot of attention on the club circuit my late wife and I followed his tours and tried to catch him whenever they performed within a radius of a couple of hundred miles. We must've seen JB's power trio live 20 or 30 times over a seven year period. Joe knew us quite well at that time. My wife would give them copies of her latest novels to read on the road whenever we ran...

Good comic shops in Ok and Kansas

Jabberwookie

15

4 yearsHcanes (5732): I vouch for Praire Dog comics. I have family in Wichita and I have visited their store on the West side. Great people

Do these count as vintage? (Feb Promo)

Darthmauler

9

4 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): . It do.

Competion slabs

ComicNinja0215

3

4 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): @RexMuff thanks for your response!! I appreciate it a lot and tjats what I thought. I unfortunately have a brain tumor so sometimes typing is rough lol I get a kick out of some tje words it makes for me though hahahaha

Crack and press?

Jabberwookie

22

4 yearsJabberwookie (5694): @OGJackster Whoa! I hope you’ll share when/ if you get it done. Great books!

re: CBCS February Special (15% off Vintage Grading)

MurrayC

6

4 yearsrgreenson (786): Yeah sorry my mistake. 1974 and earlier

Hardcovers / Thick Trades / Any Books

Nuffsaid111

27

4 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Sure thing and good luck with your chase, I have over a million signatures on everything from T shirts to trading cards, centerfolds to books, and it is never easy deciding what to frame, what to authenticate, and what to file in a sliding drawer cabinet. As time passes some signatures that were rather "middle of the road" gain importance with someones passing or another event...and that then alters all your previous priorities as...

What is going on with this?

peterc777

30

4 yearsJabberwookie (5694): Agree completely. And to your point, GameStop happened in a regulated industry. Imagine what happens when it’s not. That’s what concerns me, but you’re right. If you’re going to swim in the ocean, you’d better be aware of sharks.

Question: AF 15

00slim

91

4 years00slim (17954): Given how sparingly the tape was used on the spine, my instinct is that they’re very small pieces to cover tears. And since the two pieces are noted as being on “interior cover”, I don’t think they’re on the staples. But it is a bit unnerving. I’m considering waiting for a crossover grading promotion at CBCS & have them look at the tape & see if it’s safe to remove it. Plus a Press screening.

Prioritizing: Input Appreciated

00slim

28

4 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): HOS 92

PayPal question

Rinova

17

4 yearsRedmisty4me (773): ^Important info.^

Silver Age Replica Comics

JustACollector

15

4 yearsFuneralBill5150 (87): Haha, CBCS and CGC is probably the people making these, that way every book has to be graded, lol

Your Undervalued Comic

Jeremysitb

73

4 yearsMatterEaterLad (2642): I've always loved the Legion. Some great stories, but forever under the radar. If someone can create a film based on groups that are basically unknown to most moviegoers, like the Eternals or the New Gods, why not the Legion?

Just Curious What Everyone Thinks

DWeeB1967

30

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): In general I’m opposed to taking to social media to gain leverage in a dispute or customer service issue. It should be the last choice and the accuser should have a very strong case. As we’ve seen, those who are too casual about it often end up hanging from their own rope.

Grade Screen/Raw Grade

ggovel

2

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Just the raw grade fee

Basementcomics on eBay??

DWeeB1967

5

4 yearsRedmisty4me (773): Seconded.

Why no new newsstands?

comixcited

6

4 yearsxkonk (17876): My memory is that @Joosh has looked into it. I don't know, personally.

Need Information from early-1990s Overstreet Guide

DWeeB1967

12

4 yearsKCBatmanFan (2826): Yeah, wow. There were probably very few NMs off the newsstand with that back cover.

Suggestions on framing original comic page with published pages

mattness

16

4 yearsTowmater (10537): +1 You can use Hobby Lobby too. Like Michaels they run specials all the time. Hobby Lobby has done some wonderful work for me. Our local store has cut some of the characters names at the bottom of the mats for me they have done. Also, they have cut out the artist name too.

mystery art! is this by Mike Wieringo?

comixcited

2

4 yearsjake (3238): Tough one. Peter Parker does not seem right to be Ringo's. http://photos1.blogger.com/img/74/4233/1024/PETERPARKER.jpg A big guess is that it would be more of a collaboration with Scott Hanna... https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/UPwAAOSwLMZfZAL2/s-l1600.jpg

Online Auction websites that pay the highest prices to seller

Defunct

14

4 yearsNelsconey (211): Slowly phasing people over. I assumed if one was just starting to sell. They will be enrolled. I cannot stand this new system.

Ebay question - military and diplomatic mail

drchaos

15

4 yearschester15 (2060): Thanks for your help![/quote] You're welcome. If you don't mind me asking, how much is the shipment for, roughly? Is it a lot at risk?

Submission Payment question...

Trespa68

5

4 yearsGAC (75224): @Trespa68 my pleasure!! and welcome!!!

Are these promotional prints?

ajdmagick

9

4 yearsajdmagick (4): Thank you all for the replies.

Pressing Question

mscheel15

9

4 yearskaptainmyke (27079): The newspaper type of paper used is very pliable and malleable. You have to watch for fingerprints and scratches on issue #1 with that black cover. Issue #3 can be a little tougher to get dents and creases out. Issues 2 and 4 are the easiest to deal with, in my experience.

Ultimate Spiderman #1 Signed by STAN LEE? WHAT?? REALLY?

Gabriel85301

12

4 yearsflanders (27407): Im assuming no sig since you have not uploaded a video. That's too bad.

Newbie!

WebofCW

23

4 yearsGAC (75224): @WebofCW Happy Holidays and welcome to the forum!!!! I hope you hang around here and post comments, questions and some pictures.

E Gerber for Black Label

jaysonslade

1

4 yearsjaysonslade (217): I'm a big fan of EGerber products. I mainly use (700FB) Full Backs with (725M2) Mylites2 for most everything. I prefer the edge protection these give over the "current size" ones. But without a costly and timely bunch of trial and error, I'm hoping some of you could point me in the right direction for which Mylites2 and Full Backs actually fit the DC Black Label books? I don't want the loose, slippery, sliding that comes with just...

Newb question

badgrandpa

7

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): @dielinfinite you are correct. I made the assumption grading was being done regardless.

The Walking Dead Deluxe

WheatThiNZ

23

4 yearsWheatThiNZ (37): Yeah it just spiders out from there man. I bought 8 used comics today and they have a couple boxes of them and next time I get paid I'm just thinking of grabbing them all up to 100 of them and just see what's good. I'm like an addict in real life so anything I get into and like my dopamine releases to much of itself and I just want more COMICS!

Error book????

Zombie_Head

7

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): Slight bits of red on front and can see the fade to back cover. My landfill copy. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0521651e293a68e47b2f2da8cc359daf.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c020c09ba9c7fedde34db81df67cfaf2.jpg

GoCollect.com

Rinova

5

4 yearsRinova (265): I just tried it now and had no problems. Thank you for the info about the slow speeds at certain times of the day, I never had a problem until now.

Return Shipping Question...

Trespa68

9

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): @Trespa68 yep! any way you can get the books to them they will accept...well...maybe not pony express or carrier pigeon!! I've sent from FedEx (Canada), USPS (when the boarder was open) and CANPAR with no issues!

Signed Comics with Pressing Success?

Erudito

5

4 yearskaptainmyke (27079): The only comics that cannot be pressed would be textured comic covers, jeweled or bedazzled comics, and paint markers, like the ones Mike Mayhew and others use.

Opinion: Additional Cost for Kirby Signature?

DWeeB1967

17

4 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Thanks for the thoughtful comments and the birthday wishes, @Darkseid_of_town. Your comments are in line with those of the other folks who commented: no one thinks that the $800 bump in price is justified for a verified Kirby sig on this particular book (it happens to be a copy of Weird Mystery Tales #1, btw). I didn't either and still don't so I'll pass.

Spectacular Spider-Man 64 mark jewler variant

Wontizzl

7

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I look for them; just different. I’m always impressed to see a high grade MJ. They were typically sold near military bases and at a PX. My spidey 141 is a MJ. One of these days I will compile a list of MJ issues. It is unknown which issues of any particular series included MJ inserts.

Who is the artist animator for Batman Ninja and Sound & Fury?

robo

10

4 yearsrobo (350): Duh... sorry but really I'm good. Art director makes sure there is continuity - lol. Really goes without saying... But appreciate the film and his worklist. But let's stop this back and forth. Cheers

Blue label? Green label? Or a .5 label?

jaysonslade

10

4 yearssoutherncross (32924): I don't mind minor keys with major flaws as the price is cheap and in my wheel house. Why I dropped off my flash 105 to cbcs. New the flaws when I bought and prefer the label color to match my other books and the flaws are clearly printed on the label. As it should be. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c86d30d63b5eeaf3931747a7bda91646.png Looks great. I'd hate to send it somewhere else for...

Missing package shipped via USPS to CBCS

RareComics

9

4 yearsRareComics (1283): Thanks to everyone who replied, I really appreciate it.

membership

tonyz58

8

4 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Welcome to the forums, @tonyz58. Hopefully, we have you the info you were looking for.

noob question I couldn't find the answer to about VSP

Rezolution

4

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): I know the feeling, I spent about 5 weeks hoping that "in grading" meant the signature had passed verification. It turned out in that case it did, and I think it probably does in general. Wait until you get the grade before you throw up though.

Trouble Finding Toploaders?

00slim

14

4 years00slim (17954): Mylite 2s scare me. For low grade keys I don’t think are worth slabbing, I like to bag and board them in their proper size, then put it in the next size up Mylite 4.

Inker/Colorist Commission Recommendations?

dielinfinite

8

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Oh! her coloring looks pretty awesome and Some of her original ink illustrations might be the perfect fir for another commission I was looking to have done!

What Qualifies as a "News Stand" Variant?

mscheel15

10

4 yearsJoosh (4179): After around 1995 or so, both djrect editions and newsstand editions had barcodes, actually 2 barcodes next to each other. They are identifiable by looking at the barcode area itself. The easiest identifier that works 99% of the time is the smaller barcode for newsstand editions is 2 digits; direct editions are more. Sometimes “DIRECT EDITION” is printed by the barcode, but not always. Marvel newsstand editions from about 2011 thru 2013...

CRYSTALCLEAR Promo

jgoldenthal

5

4 years50AE_DE (6464): Wow, I'm actually considering getting some books regraded just to take advantage of this promotion. Why is it that they can't get the checkout portion on their website working? It's a poor reflection on the company if they're going to run the promotion, but not let you use the promo code on their own site.

I did another podcast- Comics with Bueller

sborock

10

4 yearsJoosh (4179): It helps, thanks! I’d like to clarify that there is an obvious difference between a redeemed digital code and a book that didn’t have one in error. Below is an example of a redeemed digital code with sticker removed. It retains a base sicker with printed code that does not come off. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3efeb3b73ae1182c38942a914dcd510c.jpg Below is an example of an error, the...

New To CBCS And I Have Questions

brand_em

22

4 yearsbrand_em (2): fedex is brutal... i purchased art at $75 USD from the US... seller charged me $35 usd for shipping and then fedex will charge me $25 CAD for shipping too.

Instagram Newbie - Help

Doc_Cop

10

4 yearsDoc_Cop (3100): Thanks Masochism! Great advice!

Magazine Size Slab Update

Noblebeast315

7

4 yearskaptainmyke (27079): #SOON lmaooooooooooooooooo

Collecting software for non-sports trading cards?

dielinfinite

3

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Currently going to take a look at Zistle and Kronocard

CBCS - magazine sized slabs???

Patrickjones2549

16

4 yearsScifinator (15822): @SteveRicketts & @SBorock - when you guys are ready, I have close to a hundred mags for you to practice your crafts on.

Grading Question

hogan36

10

4 yearshogan36 (198): @Tedsaid I really don't know if that is the case with just mine or other people's as well. I'll just have to wait to see. I'm watching out for another one to see if it will have the same issue as mine. Thanks!

New Carnage Movie

hogan36

12

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Yes

Original Owners Name on Cover

Nuffsaid111

14

4 yearssborock (48460): @Nuffsaid111 The TTA is a pedigree, so the name does not count much against the grade.

Charges for verifying signature (Reject / Grade Screening / Other)?

waynemel

9

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): @waynemel Maybe you are talking about two different books, but I can't imagine using Grade Screen in combination with Signature Verification. If the signature verifies, get it slabbed. If it does not verify, don't get it slabbed. I can't think of any other choice that would make sense.

Help!!

zdoes10

12

4 yearszdoes10 (10508): @HulkSmash the page looks like all the other pages and to me they are not that glossy. @dielinfinite I did not count the two outside pages (that I took for the front and back) so there is 30 pages. If the front cover was a fold out page, then that is the other 6 pages that I don't have. Thanks again for all of the help.

VSP success for Action Comics #1 (reprint) signed Jerry Siegel?

Darkga

7

4 yearsDarkga (4787): @dielinfinite Thanks for your help. Yep, mine is from the run of 2000 (it's not the exact one pictured though). I'll give it a try. :D

one MAJOR flaw

comixcited

20

4 yearssayntin (3): Some kid thought, The Red Guardian? Nope, not red enough.

Cover Reinforced bottom staple?

mgm05e

9

4 yearsSidTheSquid (1529): CBCS denotes Glue as Conservation, rather than restoration.

ebay seller just checking

Rinova

6

4 yearsRinova (265): Good to know who I'm dealing with. With all the sellers on eBay never thought I would pick someone from CBCS Forum. Small World.

I will be on Comic Art Fans Youtube live tonight 9pmEST

sborock

6

4 yearsSpiderTim (3371): @sborock I'll be listening then!

Why I became slab obsessed...

Scifinator

13

4 yearsScifinator (15822): Which is one of the additional reasons I chose to use CBCS for the certification of all of my comics. Sure, I could have had some false higher grades for the portion of my collection that I was selling off, but I did not want to reward and perpetuate degradation and mediocrity. And, in the meantime, I am very confident in the grades of my permanent collection.

Signature book grading-smudged signature

Enelson

8

4 yearsEnelson (6289): @Nuffsaid111 yes this was a midtown book

Interior Tears

mgm05e

4

4 yearscyrano0521 (1303): 3 inch TEAR is a major deduction; 1 inch tear maxes grade at 9.0 if otherwise perfect, so appears to be 1 point per inch. If otherwise 9.2, then should make it 6.0 with a checkmark for appearing better than grade.

Does Anyone Collect Coins / Bullion?

mattness

2

4 yearsmattness (1530): Set has been claimed. Thank you!

Doing Instagram live today 10/2 5pm EST

sborock

2

4 yearssborock (48460): BUMP

Pricing for Raw Issues?

DWeeB1967

20

4 yearsEbayMafia (37274): Since we're on the subject, here's a couple of cool uses I've found for GoCollect: GoCollect allow you to create multiple "lists" and will give a value report if you assign a CGC Universal grade (grade can be real or estimated): 1) A separate List for all slabbed books that I own (input as CGC, even if they are CBCS). 2) A separate List for all books that I currently have at MCS for sale. (requires weekly updating). 3) A...

X-Men X of Swords Creation #1 Comic

hogan36

6

4 yearsxkonk (17876): I don't have personal experience with it, but my understanding is that if pretty much every copy has that damage it will be considered a manufacturing defect and won't hurt the grade that much. A lot of the recent larger Marvel books have those corner issues.

Politically who ya like?

robo

178

4 yearsrobo (350): Seattle?! lost the reins on this question. Gonna change my vote to 'early income for a teacher in Seatle' from Captain America. Final answer. Haha. just reminded gotta send book in...

Thoughts on Submisson - Pressing

mscheel15

6

4 years00slim (17954): Here’s my two cents: Personally, I look at the cost of Pressing as just part of the expense. If I value a book enough to slab it, be it sentimentally, or monetarily, I want the best possible grade/results. Especially with moderns, since they don’t cost nearly as much to Press or Grade as Vintage books. If I’m on the fence about Pressing a book, it’s because it seems too fragile. In that case, I’ll typically add a Grade...

getting if off my chest

chefcomics

10

4 yearschefcomics (163): I see what you are saying. I am happy with the standard grading service. (Few hundred books in). This signing experience waste of my time and money.my final concern. Will this effect the quality of the books moving all around the country? Just getting it off my chest. 👌 over it

tiny collection finally posted for review, please.

rick13336

16

4 yearsdoog (8483): Maybe worth $50? Don’t do moderns so hard to tell. You mentioned some months ago you split up your collection, and your son got a number of books. Were they similar, moderns? Hopefully he got the best of the pile.

Local DFW guy wanting to get comics graded

DANtheSoonerfan1

9

4 yearsDANtheSoonerfan1 (1): Thanks guys, have an awesome weekend!

to press OR not to press....

ComicNinja0215

41

4 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): You picked that out of the under $100 box from Metropolis Comics, at a New York or Chicago show.

What is this and will dry clean portion of Press help?

Scifinator

14

4 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): CGC

Cover Weirdness - Thoughts?

DWeeB1967

8

4 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): @GAC Thanks, GAC. Kirby absolutely had his "A" game going for his FF stuff.

Customer Service Turnaround

WalkinWillie

4

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @flanders Yeah they are not consistent. I’ve had times where I’ve sent them an email and got a response the same day but that is unfortunately the exception and not the rule

Crazy fluctuations

Jabberwookie

34

4 yearsJabberwookie (5694): @Tedsaid Ah, I didn’t make the connection. I need to check out blackkklansman. I heard good things.

How can I find out the restorer

Rafel

17

4 yearsMatterEaterLad (2642): Ah, that makes sense. The books I'd sent to CCS with Matt have had far better results and attention than post Matt. Hence, I don't send to CCS anymore. I do think it's a conflict of interest for CGC to have CCS under the same management. It definitely puts CGC in a position to determine what is or isn't good restoration, with their company, CCS, as the standard-bearer.

Reholder for Verified Signature

BeardedOne

5

4 yearsBeardedOne (10): Thanks for all the help. Really appreciate it

turn around times

TheSickness

4

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): ”Processing” is the order status the entire time a book is at CBCS. Check the Newbie’s Guide for more information on tracking your order

Need help deciding

Cwiper

21

4 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): I'm a bit jaded in that I only send in books for grading that intend to sell. (I don't keep graded books for my personal collection - don't really like them). So if it were for me - I'd be grading the duplicates with the intention of always having 1 key

When slabbing doesn't add

MrNotSoNice

18

4 yearsjaysonslade (217): @Bronte I’m actually the opposite. I don’t mind the lowball offers because I see an awful lot of sellers trying to highball buyers by putting outrageous prices on their books with Buy It Now or Best Offer. These sellers are the ones conditioning the buyers into using a legit bid and it coming across as a lowball. Unfortunately there’s no way to expect that the buyers are gonna research the sellers independently of the books before they...

Most likely a dumb question...

Tahpsfan

11

4 yearsBronte (38865): Although a registry would be awesome, To be honest there are other things I'm hoping they address before a registry.

Shipping to CBCS from the UK

BeardedOne

7

4 yearsIronwill75 (427): No worries glad to help. Cheers

Spine roll

dwilton27

12

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): since stacking curl is not clearly defined; when I see it I tell myself spine roll. Both are fixed with a press and I can give myself a grade estimate without guessing on the curl.

CovrPrice vs. GoCollect vs. ComicsPriceGuide

MrNotSoNice

17

4 yearslawguy1977 (6735): I've been using CLZ and GoCollect. I've tried CovrPrice and Nostomania. In my opinion, both CovrPrice and Nostomania are extremely slow when trying to upload a new collection. I prefer the app through CLZ, and I like GoCollect's monitoring of slabbed sales. I think CovrPrice is reasonably accurate with raw prices, and I like how it tracks raw and slabbed data. Nostomania, in the little bit that I've used it, is way off in value, at least when...

Beckett Grading Services...for comics?

Supertom

69

4 yearsGAC (75224): And you came to the forum?! I hope you're wearing a mask atleast?! All kidding aside...I sincerely hope you get better soon.

Fantastic Four #5, to slab or not...

MrNotSoNice

29

4 yearsMrNotSoNice (3482): Thank you gentlemen, book is on its way to CBCS with pressing requested (worth it to me if they just cleaned it a bit.) Will post the 'after' when I get it back. For those interested, I would consider a trade. Cheers.

Vintage2020 promo not working

MrNotSoNice

2

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): Yeahhhhh.....about that....the promo codes never work on the site - in fact...is this the first time it is available to enter it on the order?? When you print a copy to send in with your books just write in VINTAGE2020 a couple of times - eventually your invoice will be adjusted!

Quarentine read

Stopher999

3

4 yearsFirehawk2069 (714): I read The Walking Dead Omnibus #7 and the original Kree/Skrull war.

Another mint GSX1 wrecked!!!

agamoto

57

4 yearsagamoto (292): Bottom line is, if the design of the case cannot reliably accomodate these squarebounds, then they either need to not encapsulate them at all and raw grade them, or they need to put them inside the larger cases they use for magazines. They are wrecking these books and they KNOW it. How they haven't had a class action laid against them already is puzzling to me. Not enough lawyer collectors out there with damaged GSX1's I guess!

Grading Staples issues on Something Is Killing The Children

absavior

6

4 yearsabsavior (8): I suppose it's worth sending then. But since I have multiple copies will probably send the copies that do not have this issue first.

Differences between variants

absavior

7

4 yearssteveinthecity (624): I can’t imagine any ads are specific to a variant, but rather consistent with other books printed at the same time(as the variant). To me any differences in ads of the same basic comic(exclusive of cover) would equate to a later printing.

What is this? And can I remove it?

Cheese

17

4 yearsjaysonslade (217): For clarity... I never said I agree with keeping a comic covered up in tissue paper and not enjoying it. I also never said to not display and enjoy your sketch covers. I did say that I thought it had a logo printed on it, but I see now that was clearly the logo on the cover showing through the tissue paper. I'm totally into collector doing whatever they want... because I do whatever I want. And I would never ever ever ever under any circumstance...

Fantastic Four 222 error print

Beeda

3

4 yearsBeeda (59): Thanks

GRADE THE BLADE

comixcited

14

4 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): 5.5 to 6.0 here too.

My first time...

robo

26

4 yearsTedsaid (7340): Yes, it's very good! "Keys" is just a term of art for "key books" ... new character first appearances or significant events. These are all great keys: the first Deathstroke, the first Iron Fist, the first Sabretooth, the all-new X-Men team (I think Giant Size X-Men #1 is generally considered to come before this one, but this is still highly desired), and the first Phoenix. Just a quick glance, I'd say they are all...

Can’t decide on which 2 more Suicide Squad members to put on my sketch cov

Cheese

9

4 yearsCardzguy (49): Oh I didn't take it as an insult. Honestly, I'm a Marvel guy. I went to Wikipedia and looked at all the members in history and picked 2 i thought would be cool headshots

Wavy new comics

Firehawk2069

5

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): I believe 90% of Marvel comics I’ve picked up in the last year or 2 are wavy.

Simple Question for Cost of Multiple VSP's

enaz13

6

4 yearsenaz13 (2031): Thank you guys!

reholder

ComicNinja0215

5

4 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): @Bronte that was my plan lol sorry I'm still new to all of this but everyone here has been beyond helpful

Would ya recommend another series like "SCALPED"?

robo

9

4 yearssborock (48460): @dpiercy Yep, can't go wrong there! Great stuff!

Lee Excelsior hologram sticker - Graded?

Patrickjones2549

9

4 yearsPatrickjones2549 (25): @theCapraAegagrus Hahaha!!! Damn, you’re so hilarious! Has anyone ever told you that? You should have your own show. Haha! So damn funny!

When are grades shown?

JosephSMASH

8

4 yearsPuckster (3001): I want the whole "unboxing" experience.

Sent stuff on in February. Still no update.

Andr00

6

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): Once graded your books will be direct shipped back to you rather than to the Canadian office (can't remember what thread that was reported on) as there are no staff at that office (staff is from US and border is closed). Status changes are not really updated in a timely manner on your dash. Also, have you clicked to download the invoice - sometimes updates are on the invoice before they show on the dash. Also,also...sometimes since updates are...

Wants to trade for slabbed comics

jaysonslade

1

4 yearsjaysonslade (217): Hello all! I realize this is not a typical post, but it seems like a logical place to start looking. I'm hoping to find someone interested in trading a few high end silver age comic books for an incredibly nice collection of Alcoholics Anonymous books. Most of my books show only normal wear as to be expected. 99% have no defects or writing. And all are tight clean copies. I've got a very large collection of AA Big Books. Near complete first...

Question about mylite

Alvingo

10

4 yearsAlvingo (5): Yes I was looking for a binder with mylar but couldn't find them in 11 x 14.

1993 Superman 75 signed by Siegel and Jurgens

Herkzy

2

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): The books can certainly be verified. I think they are likely to pass but there is always the slim chance that they won’t. Whether it is worth slabbing might depend on how much you paid for it but a Siegel autograph on a Superman book (on a modern key, overprinted it may be) is certainly not undesirable. Be sure to check out the Newbie’s Guide to get an idea of the various options available. If you’re getting the book graded,...

CBCS Canada Update?

nancyraygun

61

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): yeah....was reading an article and they said it could be at least that long...possibly mid to late 2021!! I live and work close to the border, used to go over at lunch or after work sometimes to get groceries and of course comics at my mail service. Now however, friends/family and co workers are more than happy to leave the border closed - everyone sees the covid numbers and are just like...yeah...no need open anything up!!

strange variant....

comixcited

11

4 yearscomixcited (1337): ok, good lead. anyone have any OTHER comix from around this time (April 1984) with the blank box on the cover?

Grade-Screening at CBCS Sat 6/27

sborock

19

4 yearssborock (48460): @drbreaux Yeah, not sure when the next one will be held. Bummer!

Fear of sending my books to CBCS

Qillabee

29

4 yearsGAC (75224): @dielinfinite Great book!! Fantastic sketch! Love the Harley character..she's a modern classic...very versatile and I bet artists like drawing her because of it. That's a very impressive 1st sketch for a collection.

Absolute Carnage #1 Set

hogan36

8

4 yearshogan36 (198): @HulkSmash Thank you!

How and or can you change the title under your profile picture?

Cheese

21

4 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): https://imageserve.babycenter.com/24/000/211/IsQOJuSFAcZl1DBSCRhzS6xnKrwhDjR2_lg.jpg

Absolute Carnage #1 Maximum Carnage Bundle Set

hogan36

1

4 yearshogan36 (198): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoUsLUJvtIw&t=1s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kigA6X3q7iE

Comic Wall Mounts/Frame

hogan36

7

4 yearsHulkSmash (10699): @lawguy1977 there are different depths as well. this one has a 1.5” ledge. clickable text

What if I’m the sketch artist?

Cheese

10

4 yearsCheese (61): @RexMuff Sure! and Thanks! I like to draw goofy and silly things though sometimes I like to draw serious things as well. I also sometimes make webcomics. I’m not done with my first sketch cover yet so I’ll post some of my digital art if that’s ok. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/75d46a03f74cb185083281d19b44ae15.png...

Pressing Signed Comics

Balidoosti

12

4 yearsPuckster (3001): I has this exact same question. Thanks for asking and thanks for all the responses.

Metal COA

hogan36

7

4 yearshogan36 (198): Thank you all!

Promotion Codes

zdoes10

3

4 yearszdoes10 (10508): @zdoes10 Thanks, I'll check them out.

Grading

hogan36

18

4 yearshogan36 (198): Thanks, that sounds good . Least I know if the signatures can be verified and won't count against me.

Absolute Carnage #1 Stanley Artgerm

hogan36

16

4 yearshogan36 (198): @crystalphoto Thank you!

What do you all recommend from your pull lists

CarsonG

19

4 yearsmonjoody (1080): I never read the DH run. I'll look into that, thanks!

Punchline vs Batman Who Laughs vs Designer vs Joker Huntet

groovy31

3

4 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): I agree. People already love the Batman that laughs because of his dark nature and that he is a combination of both Batman and the Joker. Punchline is going to stick around for a long time because she is an attractive female with deadly skill and lots of character to rival many of the other popular female characters ( Harley, Catwoman, etc)

Comic Submission Issue/Inusred Value & Grade Screening?

IllogicalSpore

23

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Okay, so the official word from CBCS is that grade screen is not available with their signature services. The more I think about it the more it makes sense that it would not be compatible with Signature Verification because if the book passes screening but fails verification then the signature would count against the grade, bringing it below the grade it was screened for. Do it the other way and they would have to charge for and complete...

Advice needed

Firehawk2069

34

4 yearsBronte (38865): @BrianGreensnips Education I dont think is the issue. When folks are cheaping out with free USPS packing tools and using media mail they want to maximize profit. My question is how do they ship their own comics to grading companies? Same half ass way or other? Personally I ship my raw books to CBCS in those Gemini cardboard mailers, then put in a secondary box. I want my stuff to make it unscathed even if it drops from 2nd story building.

Value of first cover apperance

groovy31

33

4 yearsPuckster (3001): Exactly. Don't forget the Superman vs. Lobo Do-It-Yourself with Colorforms cover.

finally getting my cgc book

donho

3

4 yearsdonho (665): some credit for future use so i got mollified

Mail Call! One of my grails

Doc_Cop

21

4 yearsComicbookzach (1020): The colors on that are amazing!

Should I be concerned?

r_kruss

11

4 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Welcome to the forum, @r_kruss. That cover is one of my favorites of all time. I have a couple of copies myself. 🙂

Opinions please.

Scifinator

27

4 yearscyrano0521 (1303): Definitely Red label for the SS 1

Earth 616 Collectibles

hogan36

3

4 yearshogan36 (198): @crystalphoto Okay. Thanks so much!

Should I Purchase Hobby Insurance?

Rinova

5

4 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): I talked to some friends who work in the insurance industry and they tell me the to just find an insurance agent who specializes in it. They (friends in insurance) said they would need pictures/scans, details of condition to go along with pictures, serial numbers, appraisals from established dealers, etc to be able to craft an appropriate coverage plan.

Slab problem

Randomdoge

10

4 yearsInstant_Subtitles (1323): @Randomdoge My experience with CBCS slabs, with me cracking one open because of reasons, is that you (and others) have nothing to worry about. The inner well they use is pretty tough to the point that dropping it did not put the comic at risk. As for having it re-cased (or "re-slabbed") you will find said option here. Their "CBCS Re-folder" option is $10 and is 2-3 weeks. (Godspeed if you also need to have any comics...

Signature Verification

Este_Stark

4

4 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Good luck getting stans verified even if you got it in person. Lol

Puddling PSA

Jesse_O

31

4 yearsZombie_Head (3535): I don’t think anyone said it was a new issue Jesse was just bringing it up to inform people here. I already knew about it because I have one and my buddy had one. CGC sucks all the way around.

Newbie Question on Grade Evil Ernie Eternity 1

hotrod1376

10

4 yearsflanders (27407): It's a great one! Too bad I'm an idiot and sold a 9.4 copy about a year ago.

Did I do ok today at my LCS???

Zombie_Head

17

4 yearsJesse_O (39314): Aftershock also has a benefit book out. It is 48 pages long. It seems to be selling for about $10 online. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/472540f9ea8f9252f39e3716b6d7e81e.jpg

Where can I get the plastic sleeves CBCS uses?

Rafel

13

4 yearsbrysb (12491): I just ordered the Bags from the BCW site, my first time order for CGC/CBCS related bags (total with shipping $23.24). I watched this video first and it convinced me theses would be fine for my needs... https://youtu.be/mSFWsufu4yU

Label variations

jedijohnson

7

4 yearsjedijohnson (36): Another interesting find while looking up both CBCS and CGC labels on eBay. All have Ahsoka misspelled. Ashoka vice Ahsoka. hahaha

Is this common?

Rinova

6

4 yearsRinova (265): Hi everyone, UPDATE: So appears that @willieCPA4646 and @Oxbladder are correct, delayed release. Thanks everyone!

Help with grade: Iron Man and Sub-Mariner 1

sportshort

9

4 yearssportshort (17809): Thank you sir

In search the perfect Silver/Gold Long Box...?

PaulyC

12

4 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): I have been using graded boxes for my Silver/Gold size Mylites. Works pretty good.

Could Be A Temporary Glitch, But . .

00slim

11

4 yearsGAC (75224): It's back now.

Marvel Unlimited Recommendations?

tonnage71

4

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): If you don’t mind more mature content, I highly recommend any of Garth Ennis’ MAX titles, particularly Fury: My War Gone By and Punisher: Born, though all of Ennis’ Punisher MAX run was great. Ennis did have a Punisher run on Marvel’s Marvel Knights line which was really good, starting with the Wlcome Back, Frank storyline, but that one is a bit more fun, almost a black comedy. ...

Batman 89 is my curse. Need input.

HulkSmash

22

4 yearsTedsaid (7340): What the hell is that? Looks like it came out in Feb, but I've never seen it before. "MSRP" sounds like marketing bullshit ... the "manufacturer" is DC, and they don't care what the hell you sell it for. I'd give it a miss.

ebay's partner network

drchaos

6

4 yearschester15 (2060): I clicked on it, checked it out briefly. Yeah, looks like the affiliate program type thing. Saw that if I got someone to come to eBay through my efforts (links in blogs, emails, website, etc.), my Final Value Fee would be offset by my "earnings". If I directed them to eBay and they bought another seller's goods, I got a few %. I don't have the "goods" to try it - blog, website, etc., so I bailed before even applying. I...

Doing a podcast tonight 6/15 9pm EST

sborock

15

4 yearsKatKomics (30267): Thanks!! I joined late :(

ASM #361 Tampered with?

Chris977s

11

4 yearsChris977s (18): @dielinfinite Hahah, That's an awesome book!

Where is your email. I owe you guys money

organic

19

4 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): My money hasn't arrived yet....should I be concerned?

5 Random Questions......

Noblebeast315

51

4 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): 1 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/eebdbbf4e9296496b92763974478785b.jpg Saw this at 10 in a different country and I can't say I didn't have to change my undies. 2 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/a3929b230b304ce410509d0c1cc6f56b.jpg 1st comic I ever bought at a gas station after coming back on a fishing trip in Minnesota 3 ...

How are the slabs made??

TheJokersWild87

20

4 yearsSiggy (25570): Birds & the Bees; Insertion, hot goo shot into cavity, wait (relative), and you have a baby slab ready to be stuffed and sold.

Has this been tampered with? And does it look like a 9.6?

1975

14

4 yearspoka (25000): Old slab before heat seals were done for all slabs

Cost benefit of slabing mid & low grade books

Schumy2

7

4 yearsdoog (8483): $100 sale. Meets my criteria. Sometimes I will chase trying to get a 9.8 Common Comic for fun, dangerous game As if I get a 9.6, the value is not worth doing. It’s an eye test. Having an excellent grading eye is key to the decision.

Preserving Treasury Editions

Noblebeast315

30

4 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): @sborock that’s an incredibly valid point to make. I don’t see myself having a collection of Treasury Editions, but honestly I don’t know a whole lot about them to begin with. I see Steve’s stake in this as checking the pulse of this kind of demand, before taking a trip down that road. I can say this though, I am still interested in having my Treasury edition book graded raw. Probably will not make it to your grading desk post though!

Protocol for promotions

Addict13

3

4 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Right. The postmark on an order alone doesn’t qualify an order for an active promotion. You have to write the promo code on the invoice you include with your submission. As for the emails, yeah you basically have to just wait. Typically about a week or so. You can also try using the Customer Service portal to see if you get a response quicker through there

PLEASE HELP: WTB ASM ANNUAL 21 9.8

00slim

8

4 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): MCS is usually pretty quick with the processing and shipping, but shipping times are in the toilet right now. At least for me, I sent two priority packages to MCS on 5/30 and they are still working their way there. Receiving is no big deal, but I will have first class and priority packages sit in Dayton for two days before sitting in Cincinnati for two more days before going out.

Submussion return shipping cost

groovy31

18

4 yearsMarvelousComics (2067): Insured value is a big part. So mine are all st 1 dollar value. When the total value goes over 500 is when the insurance cost begins to rise.(If I am remembering right) Also, 30 is the max in a box. I alway send in multiples of 30 so I get a fu)l box worth. By sending 30 my shipping averages to 2 dollars or less per book to North Carolina. I am fine with that. Hope this helps someone.

Grading Thoughts- ASM 300 (Venom Italian Version)

Thaiboxer

3

4 yearsIronwill75 (427): 7.0 it’ll be harshly graded and all that black is a killer 🤦‍♂️

Help id Todd's signature

Madman

10

4 yearskaptainmyke (27079): After seeing examples from @eee91, I would consider the original poster's signatures to be early 1990s rushed signatures possibly. But, it is strange one says "Todd" and the other 2 are "T. McFarlane".

Numbers on the back of my slabs??

TheJokersWild87

10

4 yearsScifinator (15822): “WELL”,that explains it! I had been wondering the same thing, but never thought to ask.

Questions about submissions from a 3rd party

bige31

3

4 yearsbige31 (2452): @dielinfinite yeah that’s what I was afraid of. I submitted it for the mignola signing at SDCC last year and they still haven’t gotten it back. I asked the 3rd party about it on April 21st and they still haven’t heard anything from CBCS.

Distribution Mark?

Nuffsaid111

12

5 yearsDoc_Cop (3100): Touche Gaard on that first Romita Spider-man issue. And OGJackster thanks for sharing the knowledge! This community rocks! Nuff said, I say go for it...

ASM 300 ink running?

Madman

27

5 yearschester15 (2060): Come to think of it, wouldn't you EXPECT to see black blotches? Venom is all OVER that book!

Opinions on grading modern books

JosephSMASH

18

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): I’m way more of a casual collector than many on these boards. There’s some amazing collections on here and mine barely registers on the radar. With that said, I slab keys and books that have value to me. I do research to see if I end up on the plus side or even with the cost of slabbing. The books are still an investment and I prefer to have a certain amount of liquidity when it comes to selling in a pinch. So, basically, slab what you...

What to do with slabs?

HulkSmash

17

5 yearscyrano0521 (1303): I crack slabs if low grade and i paid overstreet or lower AND there are no reprints.

Canadian Shipping Location.

Huntergreene

4

5 yearsGAC (75224): First or second week of June is possible opening timeframe.

grade difference by .2

Madman

15

5 years00slim (17954): The real contrast is 9.6 VS 9.8. Typically a 50% difference. One extreme example I’ve seen recently: Marvel Spotlight 32 (1st Spider-Woman). 9.6s sell at $400 all day long. 9.8s are demanding $1400-$1500. Of course, scarcity in grade is the factor. Still, that’s drastic. If I was in the market for an ASM 300, I’d definitely go for the 9.6 if it were a $200 difference.

First appearance opinions

JosephSMASH

10

5 yearsEbayMafia (37274): If you think about actually reading vs just owning comic books, the market from that perspective seems more rational and consistent. The book with the higher value is typically the one that more people feel compelled to read because of that new character. The one that is likely to get reprinted over and over again because of demand to read it, that's the one that has higher value. While Wolverine appears in the final page of Hulk 180, it's...

Regarding Grading price increases

JosephSMASH

5

5 yearsJosephSMASH (35): Thanks everyone! I’ve been posting on the forum a lot today. All of you—especially if we talked on my previous posts today—have been a great help! I look forward to making more posts and conversing with you all in the future!!!👍

Deadpool #5 misprint

JosephSMASH

8

5 yearsSiggy (25570): Agree. I like error books IF I discover them in the wild myself, but I'd at least want the story there, upside down, backwards, or mixed. And Copper Age or earlier. No interest in 'new' but that's me.

Job link

Batman121762

1

5 yearsBatman121762 (5): Checking to see if there is a link to submit a resume? I, like many others, have recently been laid off. I live about a mile from the Dallas location.

double covers

willlewis78

3

5 yearsSiggy (25570): Several others, but not that issue. I wouldn't mind finding one, though. I always liked that story, even when it came in the form of a Star Trek: TNG episode (The Child).

ASM 300 SHATTERED VARIANT?

Madman

8

5 yearsDrogio (7992): I bought 2 when they first came out....sold one for double what I paid....basically paid for my second copy. I like free comics. I have a few ASM 300s, this one was my favorite. Didn’t care for the Ross cover, surprisingly, because I love his other covers in that run.

What is the 15% discount code for May's submissions

Rafel

4

5 yearsRafel (4049): Thank you Zombie_Head and dielinfinite.

Hey, can we do the ebay seller name thing again?

Enelson

19

5 yearsGotlift (4939): https://www.ebay.com/usr/gotlift2117

Another podcast I did is now live

sborock

5

5 yearssborock (48460): @Ambush_Bug Glad you are happy and I think you will like the many changes and programs to come!

Discoloration or Foxing?

Supertom

8

5 yearsSpiderTim (3371): According to the Overstreet Comic Book Grading Guide it is defined as a sun shadow. The exact definition is: "Darker, usually linear area at the edge of some comics stored in stacks. Some portion of the corner was not covered by the comic immediately above it, and it suffered prolonged exposure to light." Also known as dust shadow or oxidation shadow. I believe this damage could happen in more ways than described in the guide.

Invoices

JosephSMASH

4

5 yearsmaynard23692 (21): good question and great answers

Help confirm Todd McFarlane signature + Price?

jotaro238

12

5 yearsGAC (75224): Yes, I would not be requesting any sort of refund.

Barnes and Noble Newsstand Variants

New_Format

11

5 yearsHcanes (5732): @Joosh I got an extensive list as well I can send your way if it helps. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/b91daf51125917022f00cbb5b0f66ff2.gif

Absolute Carnage #1 Murder O's

hogan36

6

5 yearshogan36 (198): Thank you all for your responses. I just ordered 4 copies the other day. The post office just delivered them today. All 4 of them have the same exact damage to them. I just didn't want to spend money to have them graded to receive a low grade. I'm shooting for a 9.6 or 9.8 on them.

Over 6 months turn around & still waiting.

Morewhit

17

5 yearsMorewhit (1): @dielinfinite I was told they had left Florida Pressing in March and am under the impression that my issues are sitting in Texas. IDK Thanks for the reply!

90s animation

Jabberwookie

33

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): Yes! I’d forgotten all about that. It was pretty out there from what I recall. My girlfriend at the time had kids so it was lucky I dug cartoons and watched with them.

Signature identification

Magellan

5

5 yearsMagellan (332): Been trying, man, but yeah it’s tough. Image was blowing up back then, so all the coverage seems to be about their guys. Hard to find artist rosters for anyone else.

Free comic book day comics

rick13336

3

5 yearsxkonk (17876): I would echo what @esaravo said. If you aren't used to searching mycomicshop, be sure to try some different combos like 'FCBD', 'free', etc. They aren't consistent in how they name some different issues.

Decisions, Decision: Input Requested

00slim

23

5 yearsxkonk (17876): If you're going to get them all and the only question is timing, I would think about movie/shows and avoiding those potential bumps. Punisher is evergreen but doesn't have a show or movie to hype around right now. Harley was in a movie that already came out, but I'm sure they'll be talking about her being in something for DC again soon. Hawkeye is supposed to be on a Disney+ show with Kate Bishop, but I think the timing there is all thrown...

Silver Age Top Loaders

hogan36

3

5 yearshogan36 (198): Thank you so much

Top Loaders From Amazon

hogan36

6

5 yearshogan36 (198): Thank you for all of your responses everyone! I'm unable to file a complaint with Amazon via phone or chat because no one is there to take calls due to the Coronavirus/COVID 19. I was reading his feedback and 3 people as of today's date put that they are having the same exact issue as me.

1,000th vote

Scifinator

11

5 yearscomic_book_man (1978): .

New Customer Service Portal?

dielinfinite

11

5 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @Jesse_O Thanks for the heads up! I’ll try it next time I have to contact customer service! I don’t think you need to do that. I’d first try going to the sign in page and click the “Forgot Your Password” and on the following page enter the email address on your CBCS account, which is presumably the same email address you typically use to contact customer service

Mutant Beaver Comics

hogan36

3

5 yearshogan36 (198): @Studley_Dudley Thanks!!

Anyone want to give me some suggestions?

Gabriel85301

10

5 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): Thank you everyone! I had ordered an 8x JL #12 lot on ebay, the guy claimed average grade was NM.. far from it..In the back of all the comics had huge creases, lots of bents, no bags and boards when shipped (but that one is on me because he never mentioned that in his description) His shipping was pathetic. Oh well, you lose some you gain some. At least I got the items. https://www.ebay.com/itm/153897242238 I'll have to check out GAC's...

High grade key, or multiple lower grade keys?

Cli4dR3D0g

33

5 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): I can't argue with that.

First appearance question

Jabberwookie

16

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): I guess characters changing isn’t as rare as I thought. Seems like the X-Men are responsible for a few of them, too! I might need to get X-men 160 and 161 now.

Part 2: something really cool for charity (Hero Initiative)

sborock

3

5 yearssborock (48460): Charity BUMP!

Opinion: Iron Fist 14 blemish

Despain

11

5 yearsHulkSmash (10699): Damnit “Comic Book Guy”! Ya sweaty paws at work Ooohhh... like that CGC video with the Superman...

Is this worth getting graded , even with the defect ?

Eikkichi

12

5 yearsHulkSmash (10699): Just curious. That would be interesting if the whole book was misprinted. I like some errors. I like the color code on the top and the more I look at it; the more I’m like; damn! How’d that get missed? Or was it caught and corrected immediately? Is it the only one? Why did it print with the color code? (I have no idea what goes on in printing) I’ve seen A lot of mis cut/printed Covers, but never to this extreme.

Black and white adds in comics error or not

Zombie_Head

6

5 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): The Dazzler #1 has color ads on those pages but from what I've seen, the issues with the color ads are harder to come by. I have two copies and both are black and white.

Heads Up - Two new DC Villains

GanaSoth

166

5 yearscyrano0521 (1303): No way to determine what is hot or not except golden age and hard to find silver age, right now. Must wait for society to open back up and decide. Hopefully movie hype is a thing of the past.

Legends

Yoosh5492

21

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): Going by the amounts they charge (and their availability) I would say Todd McFalane, Frank Miller, and John Romita. Of course, their fees pale in comparison to the celebrities that play their creations on the silver screen.

Error: Iron Fist 14 !

Thaiboxer

16

5 yearsxkonk (17876): I would say that it potentially increases the value while shrinking the market. Most people wouldn't care to buy an error book, but those that would might be willing to pay more than the non-error equivalent.

How long to wait for Graders Notes?

Deadman

6

5 yearsDeadman (10): @Darryl_H I sent you the invoice. It was 11 books, submitted at the Irving show and picked up in person.

Something really cool for charity (HERO INITIATIVE).........

sborock

4

5 yearssborock (48460): BUMP! Because it's for charity

Credentialed book reviewer wanted

Khovard

6

5 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): Ditto

First time submission question

bladefox

5

5 yearssportshort (17809): Also and this is an important "also", you need to write the promo code on the order form after you print it or it will not be applied. the last time i submitted I wrote the code in a couple of places, in notes and below the last entry in the order form, so that it would not be missed (it happens).

Novice question about possible tampered slab

TexasNoob

20

5 yearsSiggy (25570): I admit I do NOT like the fact that this can be done to their slab. Way too easy for someone to damage an edge, making it a 9.4 and then trying to sell it as a 9.8

Bernie Wrightson last signing event?

Cli4dR3D0g

8

5 yearsCli4dR3D0g (5336): Thank you etapi65!

Burned Covers

Legalburning

32

5 yearsLegalburning (63): Thank you. I'll be submitting my first piece to you guys shortly. Appreciate it.

Question for Community

Nuffsaid111

37

5 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): Maybe next time I'll ask if anyone would purchase a Luke Cage #2. Maybe I'll get a response about about a different comic. :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

Should I press/slab? DD #7 1st red costume

KMiracleman

11

5 years00slim (17954): I doubt it’ll get a 4.0 with those spine issues. I’d say 3.0 range. Personally, I wouldn’t slab it.

Do we have any comic shop owners on the board?

Jabberwookie

11

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): @doog The dream isn’t dead, yet. I’ve got a larger plan of getting debt free. I work for a good company, make good money and get some really nice perks. The nice thing is that it’s not too challenging and lets me pursue some other more pressing dreams. But, once the kids are out and the house is paid off, that might be my next leap. Thanks for the encouragement, though. Always good to hear success stories!

Grade ASM 361

Flip1987

8

5 yearsHulkSmash (10699): LMK if/when you want to sell

Trolling comic Tom and cgc

Zombie_Head

10

5 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Lol

Question on 4 "Batman: Death in the Family" comics

JerrySS

15

5 yearsJerrySS (80): Nice find, MM!!

question on pressing

timberghost

13

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): I remember when the company split between Dallas and Florida and the move was touted as likely to decrease pressing times and increase efficiency. I at the time questioned that concept, in that just moving the books back and forth from the one state to another seems to add more steps and time.. If the original assessment was correct that would suggest the business flow has either increased so radically that pressing is stil going to follow...

Comic Book Market

CaptainCanuck

33

5 yearsTommyJasmin (490): Noticed the same @EbaySeller - steady flow, down a bit overall. Most likely a bit of both your thoughts. I also note the average grade of recent sales for a given item - VF 8.0 right now for Incredible Hulk 181. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3004298ababd2640576350c5da7782df.png

By the hoary hosts of Hoggoth!

Jabberwookie

39

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): Give me sight beyond sight! I was just wondering where you'd run off to! All is well, I hope?

Strange Academy

Jabberwookie

18

5 yearswillieCPA4646 (597): I ordered from Westfield Comics and I'm waiting for my copy to arrive (probably with the March 2020 shipment.)

Cbcs question

Zombie_Head

7

5 yearsHeinzDad (35037): My last batch (3) of books took 3 weeks from drop off to at my door. With that being said it still took a week and a half of that to show on my account.

Absolute Carnage Lethal Protectors Guaranteed 9.8 & Signed by Ryan Brown

hogan36

9

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/8ca36c3ca9c2feecbce40c68f4f96366.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/5cd6f75060998714ebcff8abbd973cc4.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/66b3706b609d27c17be5685414e488be.jpg That's how he signs his name. :)

Value

stanley_1883

26

5 yearsdoog (8483): On (fortunately) rare occasions I might sell a book for less than I paid for it. It used to bug me, but my brother taught me; “Consider mentally everything book you own as if it was free, the money you spent is flushed, just like a burger you ate, so it is all gravy when you sell.” I find it interesting different peoples collecting philosophies. I started collecting 12 years ago and my philosophy to start was to only buy lower grade keys...

Which Artists do you prefer to collect?

Jabberwookie

32

5 yearsCatmanAmerica (31120): George Rozen... https://i1225.photobucket.com/albums/ee392/DavidMerryweather/Miscellaneous%20Comics/Pulps/a3283c1a-b976-42d0-9c05-9ae05bb7e83e_zpsvb8z2duu.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/97c994d177bd65bf9c0d1c488ab1c39a.jpg Jack Cole... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/30fa0118fee0f29cbfa41909494c135f.jpg Jack Kirby... ...

Doing a live interview tonight 3/5

sborock

11

5 yearssborock (48460): Thanks to everyone who tuned in! Hope ya enjoyed it!

What's up with all the #1's?

sportshort

18

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): I agree that the 1 thing is vastly overdone …..I think you have to vote with your wallet....do not buy what is a reach for you or appears to be a cash grab and stick to the things you truly want and need. They wouldnt publish so many number 1's if there were not people grubbing those up in particular often as spec......

CGC Charges for everything dang.

Zombie_Head

16

5 yearsEbayMafia (37274): I heard they instituted a Soul-Screen as part of the hiring process. There's probably a YouTube video about it.

First appearances discussion: Character on the cover VS not on the cover

00slim

95

5 yearsWraith (2115): Going to be even more confusing in the future with all these commissioned variants that sometimes have first appearances on covers before the character has a cameo or appearance in the book.

Conventional wisdom on convention travel

CatmanAmerica

36

5 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): I find this whole thing to be excessive in comparison to other stuff. But that's just my opinion. What I am however very worried about is cancellation of major cons this year. If this pandemic (I call it panic) increases - it may well happen. That would really stink. Just boot this headline around "San Diego cancels SDCC due to fears of Coronavirus". It's not impossible when panic ensues

Pressing signed comic books?

Madman

13

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Yep.

Cleaning and grading Silver Surfer #4

daywalker

15

5 yearsSiggy (25570): #1 Besides, "6" & "9" are usually very happy numbers, especially together. https://i.imgur.com/ZqpkP0Vt.jpg

Star Wars Celebration 2020

Scifinator

1

5 yearsScifinator (15822): So, just wondering, since Star Wars Celebration is in my neck of the woods this August, any other CBCS Forum members gonna be there?

Signature Identications

AzureZenorag13

2

5 yearsEikkichi (167): Looks like early Mark & Eric Silvestri sigs

do some people prefer low-grade GA books because they have a vintage look?

Beney117

18

5 yearsMutantMania (6028): I guess I am just an old school comic collector. I started collecting when I was a kid waaaay before grading was even a thing. So I am not grade obsessed and am happy to just have a comic in my collection. I have quite a few that are not in great condition but I still have them and that is cool for me. If I get a chance to pick up a better condition book that is awesome as well but if not no big deal.

EBay vacay

ONLINE_209

11

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GD6qtc2_AQA/maxresdefault.jpg

Married and detached cover + tape. How bad is it?

Beney117

9

5 yearsTowmater (10537): I'd buy it if I had a gap to fill in a run. I have 0.5 graded copies of books that used to be blanks in runs. I'd buy them to fill the blanks when I didn't want to spend huge dollars on those keys.

CBCS Hiring

Chino24

2

5 yearssborock (48460): @Chino24 Please PM me.........

One of the worse covers.

GanaSoth

55

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): Did one of the artists let their pre-schooler take a stab at the cover art?

WTB Claw the Unconquered #1

GanaSoth

1

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Guys. I'm looking to buy "Claw the Unconquered" #1 - DC Comics 1975. I'm wanting to buy a 9.8 candidate. PM me if you have one for sale. Thanks.

Given Grade Question

Nuffsaid111

62

5 years00slim (17954): The flaw could be on the exterior, but hard to see. So, it doesn’t qualify for a higher grade, it simply looks better than you’d expect for the grade.

How powerful is Doctor Doom?

GanaSoth

16

5 yearsEbayMafia (37274): Speaking of absurd powers, didn't Sue Richards start out just turning invisible? Over time she morphed into Green Lantern without the green.

Cracking "The Case"...

danmalek466

26

5 yearsdielinfinite (26821): I think generally people have more confidence in a witnessed signature over one that has been verified to a degree of certainty. We have heard many people come to these boards to complain that a signature that they saw happen themselves not get verified and we have to assume that at least some less than authentic signatures may have slipped past (not to say that the witnessing system is infallible, of course). I think that’s the main...

How Star Wars should have ended.

GanaSoth

8

5 yearschester15 (2060): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/39a3a0343fc0b373fe89dd7a87ef8be3.png 20 Years Later, George Lucas Still Names Jar Jar Binks His Favorite ‘Star Wars’ Character[/quote] I hadn't noticed before, but I am beginning to see the resemblance....

This looks fun!

GanaSoth

6

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I'd rather drop and turbocharge a go-kart like back in the day

Anyone here going Saturday to....

sborock

39

5 yearsKinsella5 (728): Yes they are, and yes this year marks my 16th year I believe as an exhibitor so if you find yourself walking around the show floor, my booth is pretty close to where Steve and Stacey have their booth. Just look for my booth as it has the wall of movie posters next to the tower of shirts. :-)

Best Price Guide Suggestions

mscheel15

14

5 yearsmscheel15 (10): Thanks to all for the input. Dreckcheck and Covrprice.com are new to me but I will check them out. I am familiar with Gocollect and Mycomicshop. I'll start digging deeper. Looking forward to posting some books on the "grading help" forums here. I've been "lurking" CBCS for awhile & find their members quite engaged and informed. Have also been stalking the other sites (CGC etc) but have always liked this one best.

Sticker on Cover Help

wareure

17

5 yearsHero_Restoration_ (3): Shoot, that's too bad. I was hoping to share tape removal videos. Hehe

00slim Forum Feedback Request: Please Reply If We’ve Done Business Together

00slim

9

5 yearsWatcher (4166): Sold Ryan some silver age raw ASm's...deal was flawless and communication was exceptional. Zero worries when dealing with him...great to work with!

Grading/Pressing Question - Color-breaking Spine Ticks

Darkga

12

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): A crease is a color break most of the time. Just another form of grader notes shorthand. Not only that, but often times not all defects are listed on a graded book. If there are many other defects, they typically highlight the most obvious defects to save time and space on notes.

Help me make a choice! FF-67, FP-1, JO-134

sportshort

21

5 yearssportshort (17809): @sborock, you don't have on opinion as to which is the best book for the money? I understand if you don't answer my questions because if you do it is possible you will be badgered for advice form every forum member (including me, lol) or maybe you can't answer because you probably don't delve into such low cost, low grade comics. whatever the reason I understand, but still hold out hope for your sage advice.

Let's talk grades

Jabberwookie

79

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): https://content.invisioncic.com/r266625/emoticons/flamed.gif.88b2bec48d3bede36d4c0b93223d2e6f.gif

Anyone here play EOS

GanaSoth

6

5 yearsArak (1000): I use to play it quite a bit . own some of the top properties and we had our regular friday night trial runs with Arak. In fact I taught quiet a bit. But when I broke up with my girl I stayed away for a while.. I wanted to give her time to get her stuff out of my places ;) Ironically I just reloaded the NON steam version ( I have both) 5 days ago

The Rise of Skywalker - Leak ?

GanaSoth

46

5 yearsxkonk (17876): We could tell any time there was a cameo even if we didn't recognize the person because the camera very obviously hung out an extra beat. Using the credits we figured out Wedge was there, and the bartender in one scene was John Williams.

CBCS Grading Expo, Donny Cates signing

Birdman22770

4

5 yearsDarryl_H (1707): did you make it to the signing?

Hulk 181

Thearrow

37

5 years00slim (17954): Nevermind, the 3rd pic you originally posted doesn’t look like there’s bleed through.

Help confirm Todd McFarlane signature

sportshort

22

5 yearsBrashSmurf (980): No congrats on the back. Glad to hear it looks legit

Miss cut error

Zombie_Head

2

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): definitely an error copy. Leave it

Too Much Pressure.. A Top Loader Question

mattness

37

5 years50AE_DE (6464): I completely agree. Like you mentioned, 1 mil or 2 mil mylar inside a 4 mil mylar is the way to do it, not poly bag in mylar.

Consolidation Of Several Keys For One Mega Key. Thoughts?

00slim

15

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): well you are in luck...he chose differently and now the comics are offered for sale...so you can go buy them all

Grade help please

Zombie_Head

1

5 yearsZombie_Head (3535): How much Of a grade hit would this cause on a 9.4 grade book? Thx in advanced. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/1fcdd7ac16a7f0d407e770dca239fbad.png

Opinions On How To Sell This Daredevil Lot

MutantMania

15

5 yearsMutantMania (6028): @KYDU sorry u.s. shipping only. @Stantheman thanks for the post. I have gotten my fair share of good deals over the years so I don't mind giving a few deals to others if I can 😁 They are still up for grabs 😀

Next $ 0.01 starting bid auction Vote.

Scifinator

1

5 yearsScifinator (15822): Tomorrow I will be listing another 1 cent start auction. I thought why not have some fun with it and let the CBCS forum decide which one I put up from the list of CBCS Certified & Encapsulated comics below: 9.6 - Guardians of the Galaxy #25 (has not been pressed) 9.6 - Justice League Europe #34 (has not been pressed) 9.0 - L.E.G.I.O.N. 92 #38 (has not been pressed) 9.6 - Marvels #4 (has not been pressed) 9.6 - Secret Weapons #2 (has...

Error book anyone seen this before?

Zombie_Head

19

5 yearsobiwan1971 (243): I had a new book printed the same way without pages attached, the book which was nearly perfect got at 6.5 and note on label saying “wraps 8,9,10 not attached”

WW II Pocket Comic?

Enelson

3

5 yearsEnelson (6289): Awesome...thanks for the info...I never even heard of these...thanks!

hey can someone explain whatever this like sunbleached effect happening is?

Shanthark

14

5 yearssborock (48460): @Shanthark Does not affect the grade in 9.8, but it will not get a 9.9 or 10

Need Help Please

Tom74152

8

5 yearsrobertofredrico (747): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/54fc329c242467f6fcb1c90e925637b7.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fee644bed3bba26d76b79b117603a3a2.jpg

Comic Shop Recommendations Near Kent, Washington?

00slim

4

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c07ea044edb92a466a3250a747e4b9a5.gif

Spot the Difference

ONLINE_209

19

5 years00slim (17954): I was under the impression that the Spidey 1 Gold newsstand edition was a Wal-Mart Exclusive. I’d heard that somewhere, anyway.

Is ASM 239 A Swipe/Homage To A Classic Green Goblin Cover?

00slim

11

5 yearsDuece411 (562): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/b3d01808834abf89b1461e6a021d88f2.jpg

AMAZING MARY JANE 1 ARTGERM 1:500 VIRGIN

Rinova

17

5 yearsRinova (265): Thanks everyone. I’m going to wait it out and see if I can get it at FMV. I don’t want to have that buyer remorse feeling after purchasing it. The eBay seller is willing to sell it for $158 includes shipping but if I can buy it around $76 I need to wait. I’m going to ask my local shop next. Thanks again you guys are great.

Trimmed book

Thearrow

4

5 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): That's a good place to start but not always true, especially if someone has only trimmed the edge of the cover partially or the whole edge.

What grade would you give to this Hulk 180

BatCatMan

7

5 yearsBatCatMan (12): I think 4.0 - 4.5.

CBCS slabs side scratches

WalkinWillie

26

5 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): at least the cgc mold marks are smooth and fairly uniform

Should I get it graded

Topsykrets

6

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): No.

US government lists fictional nation Wakanda as trade partner...

GanaSoth

5

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): He was quoted as saying, "Richards!!!"

What is QES?

SpiderTim

10

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): QES is the same service as CVA. They are both money grabs. The only difference is that QES is Metropolis/Comic Connect and CVA is more of a Comic Link thing.

Planet Comics #51

tonnage71

6

5 yearstonnage71 (730): Thanks for the feedback so far. I thought it might be a fading issue. Probably not all that uncommon for a 70+ year old comic. Does this have a drastic impact on grading? If it had brighter colors could it have been a 9.0, for instance?

RIP Marie Fredriksson

GanaSoth

4

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): Too bad.

Doctor Doom #3 - is about to get interesting

GanaSoth

1

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Doom is about to be Super Doom. This could be a "sleeper" series much how Immortal Hulk was. Click or Touch here for the story.

Credit Card Payment - When Charged?

Nuffsaid111

5

5 yearsDarryl_H (1707): What show? PM me your info and I will check!

Printing error & help on autograph

Zombie_Head

5

5 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Thanks guys.

EBay Auction Funny Business

esaravo

37

5 yearsHomer (1010): It gets better, the house only has to pay the consignor which can be as low as just 70% of the final hammer price. That could potentially knock off another $1,000.00 on that particular book. There is no indication of who the actual winner was, but the potential is there.

Complete runs of a series

Jabberwookie

19

5 yearsseanw (1856): For me...I always seem to subconsciously gravitate towards X-Men titles since I was young and have complete runs of some titles. Its just the story that draws me in and I keep sticking to that title till they stop it. I did not start buying them with the thought of having a complete run but just ended up that way. However I look out to upgrade keys in the runs just to give it some oomph. I think that a complete run of story arc crossovers...

How to identify a real signature (Bernie Wrightson)

Beney117

24

5 yearsesaravo (98813): @Gregojira - Here’s the only one I can contribute, and since my name is not Hannah, I didn’t witness the signature. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c3bf0176ec26378e8167d76b21212817.jpg

The Comic Mint - Customer Service = EXCEPTIONAL

GanaSoth

19

5 yearsArak (1000): That , Is some above and beyond the call of duty customer service, Perhaps now with the backlash to outsourcing and dropped profits due to extremely bad customer service...we will see more businesses return to GOOD.... these guys are great letting you keep the other book - GREAT

What to slab?

TommyJasmin

1

5 yearsTommyJasmin (490): Hi all - Just wanted to mention a new service we provide at Nostomania, which flags any books in your collection we think would benefit from sending to CBCS, if you decide to sell. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c8da021962062b549a36ec460e65198b.png Nostomania is uniquely qualified to provide this service, since we are the only online pricing provider who computes uncertified...

Are any CBCS facilitators attending California Comic Con in Orange Ca?

sportshort

12

5 yearssportshort (17809): How much would you charge in handling? since you're going to a NY con you must be back east, so I would need to send them to you there, correct?

CBCS Re-holder Process/Potential Grade Change

flanders

15

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): I would reholder before I did it again. It wasn't a permanent solution.

Need opinions on which comic to have signed

Jabberwookie

8

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): Well, I'm hoping that people can discern from my question that I didn't ask IF I should get them signed. Ha! And, believe it or not, I actually do understand their point, but, I kind of like having a few signed books.

Sears Marvel Collectors Kit 1990

beauschoen

11

5 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Yes that’s the kit I got one year for Christmas and it had a x-men 266 in it. Wonder if this one does too?

eBay is weird

Drogio

22

5 yearsTowmater (10537): I got a 10% in eBay Bucks on every qualifying item of $50 or more today.

Terminator: Dark Fate Flops

GanaSoth

23

5 yearsTowmater (10537): Doctor Sleep didn't open very well either. Looks like you are spot-on.

Idea for CBCS

Jabberwookie

50

5 yearsJabberwookie (5694): Thanks! You're a good guy, and I was being a jerk. Anyway, I may have to get with Mountie on that set up. That might accomplish what I'm looking for. I swear display of your favorite books seems to be the million dollar question sometimes.

Tips for selling off a 100 slab collection?

Darkga

15

5 yearsDarkga (4787): Thanks for all the input! I'm leaning more on the "sell the bigger books at retail" and then that would allow me to be more flexible on the rest. Also the MCS idea sounds good too. However the right offer on the entire lot would be easiest to ship them all to the same place and be done. Here is the list of 85 books I could let go. I started at 100, but then nostalgia got the best of me on 15 of them,...

Signature question

Jabberwookie

35

5 yearsSiggy (25570): That's what I think makes my Royer collection special- That each one I obtained personally, signed in his Studio. If we fall on hard times, I'll sell my Amazing Fantasy #15-ASM #375 and Avengers #1-#300 runs first. But I do have several I haven't obtained personally. It's becoming increasingly unlikely that I'll meet George Perez, so I'm very happy to have several of his- One was a surprise found in a $3 book. Another $3 surprise sig AND...

Todd McFarlane

Zombie_Head

190

5 yearsSiggy (25570): Every grading company that wants to improve and be taken seriously should have learned from the mistake made when that/those comics with simulated cover wear was dinged for actual cover wear. That should have been the reddest flag imaginable. and a warning for future mistakes IF MEASURES AREN'T TAKEN. Obviously measures weren't taken to prevent the grader from being oblivious of the gimmick. If a decision was made that such a thing couldn't...

Jim Carrey does The Shining !

GanaSoth

12

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Didn't he go through some kind of divorce or breakup where the girl got a ton of his money ? Seems to me I remember reading that at some point.

Help on my order status and a balance

Randomdoge

13

5 yearsRandomdoge (21): alright so I saw the option to email them a confirmation of adding a payment method , I think , hopefully it goes a smooth from now

Masters of the Universe Name Generator

GanaSoth

25

5 yearsDrogio (7992): My wife’s name is “TRI-Man”....and that’s all I got to say about that...

CBCS Events?

drchaos

19

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): Thanks for the quick response.

Danger Will Robinson! or why I wont buy from Comic link again

Arak

32

5 yearsWatcher (4166): Agree with BigRed..hate the stickers...why should everyone know where I bought it which gives insight as to when and for how much....and then I have to worry about getting it off without scratching the slab unless I want to patiently keep reapplying an oil to soften it up. Why? I own the book not the auction house..they get their PR with the auction itself. put a flyer in the box and call it a day.

Rob Liefeld to Sue Marvel?

GanaSoth

107

5 yearsHcanes (5732): @Towmater Agreed!

To Have Graded with VSP OR Just Frame?

hitmantyler

23

5 yearshitmantyler (90): They are inside a Mylar Sleeve and the behind 98% UV Blocking Rated Museum Glass. It was a extra charge for that type of glass but always pay for it as feel it makes the books always look shine more than regular.

On Site Grading and VSP Later

hitmantyler

5

5 yearshitmantyler (90): Well thats sad, but will still bring books for send in grading. Thanks for responding.

White Pages on a slabbed book

Enelson

41

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): What I associated with the new designation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0po-g28uTg

Venom 2 movie adds new Villain!

GanaSoth

31

5 yearsdielinfinite (26821): On reprints the credits are included on the back of the label http://cdn.myslabbedcomics.com/Images/Category_918/subcat_3171/0808192340421.jpg

Captain Britain comics

jmckenna43082

5

5 yearsRRO (1795): I am sure that CBCS and "others" would not grade ones that have premiums taped to the cover.

Star Wars

ONLINE_209

3

5 yearsBronte (38865): I envy you folks that can have patience to deal with cell phones. Texting, and talking. I have given up going to theaters unless I'm accompanied by a lady.they are like an emotional support pet, they help keep me sane....

Help, I have con questions and I can't get up

sportshort

47

5 yearsTurbo (10): It's quite possible that some do - but there are a lot of different kinds of paint markers (oil vs. acrylic, etc.)... Did they provide any other specifics? I've been using them for a few years now with no ill effects, but some of these things like deterioration take more time so I'm curious.

Deadpool vs X-Men and The Avengers - Movie

GanaSoth

9

5 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Ryan Reynolds is the whole reason the Deadpool movies are so entertaining in the first place. He really nails the Deadpool role for me.

How do you keep track of your comics?

Jabberwookie

51

5 yearsBronte (38865): If the drive still spins, there is a relatively low cost software made by runtime. I have salvaged stuff off of horrible sounding drives with bad sectors etc.... best investment EVER for computer support.

eBay - options for unpaid item

xkonk

11

5 yearsBuckets (252): Ebay will usually open unpaid item case in 3-4 days without you having to do anything. After that is takes a few days for either the customer to pay or the case is closed by Ebay. The customer receives a strike on their account for non-pay. You will not be held responsible for anything and can then relist the item. I have found when Ebay gets involved the parties tend to wait until the very last minute to pay but 90% of the time do...

Doctor Doom comes out tomorrow!

GanaSoth

3

5 yearsDrWatson (54356): Simone Bianchi :eek:

Mylites 2

ComicNinja0215

45

5 yearssoutherncross (32924): I was in pest control for over 20 years back in Australia. Rodents front teeth continue to grow so they have to grind them down. That's why they can and will chew thru concrete, plastic and other hard surfaces. Baits are very effective but you have to watch where they drop as they will stink up the place. I've had to put a hammer thru the ceiling of a built in cupboard to remove a body. The rat was the size of a full grown domesticated cat....

Hilarious Comic Book Character Names

GanaSoth

3

5 yearsKatKomics (30267): Did the Funky Flashman invent the comadena??

Marvel Comics - The End

GanaSoth

22

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Sure Gana, I am done with it..... Once I was "mocked into the essence of my soul " for holding a contradicting opinion I felt the need to respond but you are right...bad use of precious time, and valuable resources.

Another messed up leg.... Comic...

GanaSoth

19

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): I generaly glance at a comic if I am considering only for the art...if it pulls me in, it goes in the sack. if it puts me off somehow, I leave it sitting, rather than expend valuable time of my own pondering what and why... I keep seeing some of the older JOJO comics with good girl art on the cover, with a girl on a horse or whatever and each time its like...wow nice book, wait why are her legs and hips drawn like that..oops...well next item...

If you were introducing comics to someone for the first time...

Jabberwookie

15

5 yearsdoog (8483): I have only ever done it one way, a long or short box of coverless comics, generally Golden to Bronze, given as a gift. Don’t know if it ever got anybody hooked though

ComicXposure Closure part #2... kinda

GanaSoth

6

5 yearsGAC (75224): @GanaSoth I love it!!!! Good for you!!

Slow shipping from Comic Mint?

xkonk

18

5 yearssportshort (17809): still longer than I would've expected. You're right thought, as long as you know what to expect.

Kingdom come

Zombie_Head

5

5 yearsWyldchyld (1544): Have the books but didn't get the boxes set. It is a great story and we'll worth reading. The art is great as well.

Pawn shop pick ups for $2 a pop

Zombie_Head

5

5 yearsSquack (673): Love those Castlevania comics. Been looking for a set at a good price for a while.

Heads up. New arrivals at Walmart

GanaSoth

13

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Mike. I just dropped it off at the post office.

What comics from the last 4-5 years is going to be a major collector's item

Jabberwookie

81

5 yearsBrashSmurf (980): It's cool I just posted this because of multiple sales of over $50 for a reprint

What was the first store variant comic cover?

Jesse_O

18

5 yearsJesse_O (39314): Ok. Here's where I am at. Before Godzilla: Kingdom of Monsters #1 (dated March, 2011) there were store variants and exclusives. However, they weren't in the same vein as the ones we see today. I'm 99% positive that the stores had no say in who the artist was or the content of the cover. They may have had suggestions, but they weren't working with the publishers to create a cover like stores are doing now. I also have a feeling that they were...

Incredible Con

Trilogycomics

2

5 yearssportshort (17809): are you mad? i am in Southern California, I don't even go to the central or northern California cons. Kidding, I do live in Ca but I hope you have a great time as I usually do at any Con. Enjoy!

Your Favorite Mini Series?

00slim

29

5 yearsbrysb (12491): Same here. I was the winner of the "name the letters page" contest...my name is immortalized in issue #3 (I think it was that issue?):) I received a call from Todd M. & he mailed me an original art page. I stupidly traded the original art off early on!:( I named the letters page "Crawl Space"...actually it was a tie between me and another person and names were selected from a hat. :)

Complaints about specific books submitted, graded and returned.

agamoto

48

5 yearsflanders (27407): No idea if they'd purchase from you. It was just a suggestion.

What was the first comic you bought?

Jabberwookie

55

5 yearssportshort (17809): cool, thanks.

Disney demands cancellation of Star Wars panel

GanaSoth

14

5 yearstheCapraAegagrus (2603): A good one that I hadn't considered.

Comic collector questions

ComicNinja0215

28

5 yearsComicNinja0215 (5569): So I have been told lol I just was worried about melting them. At least it isnt a hundred degrees 👍

Sony: Spider-man to join Venom Universe

GanaSoth

19

5 yearsTowmater (10537): I think both Disney and Sony will do just fine. I don't see either side rushing to the other for assistance.

tales of suspense 46, need help with a decision

sportshort

6

5 yearssportshort (17809): Thanks @Batman66

CBCS SLABS

Comicnewbie

4

5 yearssportshort (17809): ha ha.. he said "gas exchange"!

Anyone going or went to Long Beach comic con

Batman66

15

5 yearsBatman66 (22425): i don’t have confidence in their consistency of grading, I wanted a #1 anyway, it’s a nice copy and for what I got it for plus with having Matt sign it, I’m happy. I bought a couple of books from Ed Robertson, super nice guy and fair pricing and a couple from harly lee, had to really haggle with him but happy with the deal

Sports signature on comic?

Manonfire

6

5 yearsManonfire (63): Thank you all for the great advice

Is this Stan Lee signature genuine? please help.

sportshort

32

5 yearssportshort (17809): Do you have a pic? how old is the sig (assuming you have that info)? thanks.

Creepshow - New TV Series on Shutter

GanaSoth

4

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Just got my comic book! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/cc9b054e2bf47dcdfd57c32caee0f3e2.jpg

Noob - submitting tiers - value

NONO

12

5 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @NONO These are beautiful and very desirable. They are all above a 4.0 and maybe up to a 5.5. 28 and 29 are in the $400-$500 eaxh and #25 maybe xlose to $700-800 Range. I would recommend having them pressed. These 3 Batman books would sell very quick. Knowing that it might make sense to look at one of the other books like Whiz Comics that might be in even a higher grade than those and this way you do not sell the 3 most desirable books first...

Weekly Cover Contest #154 - Sea Creatures VS Man

GanaSoth

52

5 yearsLenovations (866): Finally I was able to grab one of these! Consider it taken. I've had a while to think of my topic so I hope everyone enjoys #155

Speculating on this week's new releases

drchaos

40

5 yearsxkonk (17876): Echo @the420bandito, their website has had a message about slow shipping for a while. The last order I got from them, which was my last regular pull list with them, took about a week instead of the usual 2-3 days.

Musky Smelling Comics

Noblebeast315

31

5 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): @GanaSoth there is a limit to the smell brother man, and I have met it hahaha.

WTB Mint/NM or 9.8 Superman Red Son #1

GanaSoth

1

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): PM me if ya have one for sale. Thanks.

eBay Adding OBO w/o Seller Consent

Drogio

11

5 yearscomic_book_man (1978): @Drogio Why not just make the Best Offer minimum the price you actually want? Then set the base price 10-30% higher? I'm not going to lie, I often offer 50-90% on key books just to see what happens - even if its overpriced compared to market. Maybe you can beat eBay that way? I dont know - worth a try! :)

Off-Topic: Site for Action Figure Sales/Trades?

DWeeB1967

11

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Really just the creature for me..it's a hybrid man that is prehistoric. Feeds right into my dinosaur thing I have going on. Always liked Godzilla and Rodan but those aren't so much universal

Amazing Spider-Man 360 Double Cover

CamoFisherman

18

5 yearsSiggy (25570): Whether you press and grade, or don't, I think you should hold onto it. If #361 actually increases to nosebleed levels like Hulk #181, people may re-evaluate their opinions on the significance of 1st Appearance Cameos, and start throwing money there, like Hulk #180.

Submitting books for pressing after signature, also submitting for grading

Randomdoge

2

5 yearsdielinfinite (26821): CBCS normally lists the shows they will be attending here As for pressing affecting the signatures, the vast majority of the time they will not be affected. Certain inks are affected differently and on different paper stocks. Sharpies are fine most of the time but some pens, like paint pens, which some artists like to use, may not dry properly for a long time which could be affected in pressing.

Golden Age Comic Buying Advice

tonnage71

15

5 yearstonnage71 (730): @the420bandito...gorgeous book and very cool story!

Just Placed Midtown Order for This Week

drchaos

13

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): Hit two stores so far. First store had one copy (probably not 9.8 but I took it anyway). Second store did not have any.

Beware of Seller lifeiswhatyoumakeit2012

GanaSoth

42

5 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): . This seller does have some negative/neutral feedback accusing him of sending a different and/or lower grade book than what was listed. In your case, @GanaSoth it seems like the book you received was different than the one pictured in the listing. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/49035efaf9a4d8dcd939625f6ad0e688.jpg

Fan Expo Boston/Comic Con

TheSpawn826

1

5 yearsTheSpawn826 (1): Will CBCS be taking books for submission at the Fan Expo Boston / Comic Con on August 16 to 19? Thanks

Membership coupon.

PlayTimeComics

9

5 yearsesaravo (98813): @HammitChris - I split them up so they all essentially act as fast passes, and submit 5 books each time, paying only for the extra books not covered by the coupons (and the shipping of course). I am sure I will use them that way again this year.

Rejected too tall/wide??

merlinflex

16

5 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Press screen it?

Soooo, has fedex ever "lost" your cbcs order?

Enelson

27

5 yearsPaulbg2000 (4847): I had a Fedex delivered at work last week it was signed "front desk"

Dark Red #3 Misprint

hogan36

4

5 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): This might help. Some current asking prices: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dark-Red-3-3-Ryan-Kincaid-Virgin-Variant-FOIL-MISPRINT-Comic-Aftershock-Seeley/173936765936?hash=item287f706bf0:g:3ukAAOSwP5JdCC1l https://www.ebay.com/itm/Dark-Red-3-3-Ryan-Kincaid-Virgin-Variant-FOIL-MISPRINT-Comic-Aftershock-Seeley/383073894057?hash=item5930fbbea9:g:KesAAOSwKlhdPK8B ...

CBCS Customer Service Complaint

Noblebeast315

40

5 yearsNoblebeast315 (2200): Hello All, wanted to give an update and hope to end this thread on a high note. First off I want to thank all those who offered support and suggestions. It was much appreciated. I also wanted to say to those who also expressed there frustrations that this thread was valuable because I hope we can learn some things together, and hopefully have better avenues for solving our serious issues with CBCS. Secondly I would like to thank Jake...

Ebay Fun

drchaos

92

5 yearspoka (25000): Only if you aim to sell way below market

Interesting read from 5 years ago.

GanaSoth

3

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Sleepwalker too.

Any idea on who signed this?

OoklaTheMok

12

5 yearsTerry88 (1276): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/95f1e54f7e2556ec8307cb85f6e59a8c.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/304db195941a4c8f421339270b6878c9.jpg /sorryforthehijacking=)

God Emperor Doom's First Appearance?

GanaSoth

4

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @Paulbg2000 thanks!

Captain Marvel #8 Subliminal Message?

GanaSoth

12

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): KaptainMyke approved imo

Farmhand # 1

drchaos

13

5 yearsEnelson (6289): I sold a 1-5 lot for $25 bucks and thought sweet, that's $25...then I saw amc news and thought "aahhh, fiddlesticks" Oh well I let my KCC thing run out...but it was getting exhausting...there 934 "hot" books with new characters I dont care about every week

True first appearance of Deacon Frost

sonny4eyez

9

5 yearsKatKomics (30267): I thought #12 was the origin?? Maube just 2nd appearance??

CBCS or AWs at upcoming cons

xkonk

10

5 yearsdrchaos (29096): I went to Keystone last year but won't be back this year as Toronto is the same weekend. Now that they added Todd McFarlane and Steve McNiven l, Toronto has a great guest list.

Marvel Comics October Releases

GanaSoth

2

5 yearsBatman79 (1227): Better return dr doom to his bad ass former self!

Question about major defect/crease

Beney117

22

5 yearsTedsaid (7340): I think that comic is a 6.5, possibly a 7.0. The two examples do, indeed, look better. Especially Batman66's, which seems to have sharp color and gloss. That's what worries me the most about this example: the loss of cover gloss (which may just be the light). But the two graded examples both have quite a lot of staining on the back, which REALLY hurts a grade. Of course we can't see the second one, but I looked up the notes and they say:...

How can this be with only thing on grader notes?

Zombie_Head

19

5 yearsX51 (14750): That reminds me that when I finish eating, I need to bag some comics. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0c30177c901c38a7f327013df0bc4ee5.jpg

ComicXposure issues?

GanaSoth

35

5 yearsOGJackster (52527): That's why this forum should be promoted. It's one of the most useful sites for comic book collectors on the internet. Lots of insightful people with decades of experience. IMHO :)

Marvel / DC @ San Diego Comic Con 2019

JLS_Comics

4

5 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): lol It is my right leg in fact but I've been able to drive! I have one car that is manual so with clutch, heel, shifting I have to leave her parked. The other car luckily has paddle shifters that help

Chinese counterfeit?

Beney117

25

5 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): I mean when the guy listed “Coast to Coast Comics” in his descriptions and he’s from China,(new member 2019 and zero feedback) it’s a pretty good indication that this is a scam.

By how much a movie influence the value of a comic book?

Beney117

33

5 yearsX51 (14750): It is done with Delaunay tetrahedralization. Augmented reality with some Modality Specificity in the Somatosensory System (or diminished reality) would make it more interesting. That's my opinion. "Running to the drink machine" is Ludicrous and definitely more than 50 cent.

Codebreaking Hickmans' Image

JLS_Comics

20

5 yearsPaulbg2000 (4847): Dawn of X... None of those titles really excite me. I'm still a tad annoyed that they launched and cancelled a bunch of runs again that I was pulling... X-Force, Uncanny X-Men, Deadpool...

WTB The Flash #141 - Mint to NM condition

GanaSoth

1

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Guys. Im looking to buy a mint to nm+ condition "The Flash #141." Send me a PM or respond here please. Thanks in advance. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/8e78f888a8ad465b6339b3e083b48cf8.jpg

Joker Movie Spoliers - Batman's History Forever Changed?

GanaSoth

9

5 yearsPre_Coder (19856): @xkonk Thanks! You posted while I was doing the search. "Sins Past" - ASM 509-514

Spider-Man (1990) #1 Silver Cover - Blue Lizard Variant

BigRonnie

48

5 yearsBigRonnie (124): @XxSpideyxX ASM#50 was certainly homaged often, but it's not in the league of ASM#129, SM#1 or ASM#300, dozens vs. hundreds.

1st Graded Foreign - Spider-Man (1990) #1 (UK) PC/Amiga Video Game

BigRonnie

18

5 yearsBigRonnie (124): @kaptainmyke Anything of interest there?

TerrifiCon Signings

Bmoney83

4

5 yearsBmoney83 (8): Thanks for the reply, I will message you for more details 👍

Going to Quebec City - Suggestions Anyone?

esaravo

31

5 yearsX51 (14750): I do not speak Canadian. I do not understand the language in this thread. Cool comics. Foreign comics are cool.

Major-X #1 First Print For Sale

GanaSoth

15

5 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): I have to admit that Cover #2 is really bad. I think the guy must have gotten lazy with an ego after his early success because Ive always loved a lot of his work. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/f634127b40ff5212c827341ea71cf93c.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/09713fcd874b816ac9c7377ee75a0b59.jpg

question about grading from a newbie

UrnoJedi

16

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Uncanny how closely that resembles the Kirby signature I have...definitely his signature...congrats on an amazing find

VSP question

OoklaTheMok

6

5 yearsGAC (75224): you should submit that for sure!

I have a question about grading

Robg

17

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @Robg nice

Does all golden/silver age comic books gain value over time?

Beney117

17

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Inflation and cost of living adjustments... probably not caught up.

How much value is lost in that white spot?

Beney117

13

5 yearsdoog (8483): I remove scotch tape from bags like a fanatic, and use post it tabs. Before I ever take any book out that I have bought

Why the first apparition of Zsasz is worth 2$?

Beney117

4

5 yearsBeney117 (24): https://comicspriceguide.com/titles/batman-shadow-of-the-bat/1/row

The Joker Movie

JLS_Comics

6

5 yearsdaywalker (3708): I agree “It’s a very "un-comic book" movie and I think because of that might be rather divisive. It seems more Scorsese that Russo.” Much like “Logan” was in my eyes. It looks really good!

Signature Verification using AAA COA

NaughtaPoet

8

5 yearsesaravo (98813): Yes.

Question about value/keys in final uncanny xmen vol 1 issues

Enelson

25

5 yearsesaravo (98813): @Enelson - I figured I would stop my X-Men run at #300, but It actually goes to #320. I have at times wondered if that’s too many issues.

Silver Age Comic Questions?

mattness

12

5 yearsMR_SigS (11124): https://i.imgur.com/ZqpkP0V.jpg

Does a Raw Grade have grader notes?

rgreenson

4

5 yearsVirgincollector (494): Raw graded don’t provide graders notes but they can for an extra charge of course 😉

First submissions but...

PlayTimeComics

12

5 yearsesaravo (98813): @PlayTimeComics - Like @xkonk said, don’t bother sending in the COA with the comic. With or without it, the book would only qualify for a Red Label (VSP), not a Yellow Label. If CBCS/Beckett is able to verify the signature and you get the book back with a Red Label, just slide the COA in between the bag and the back side of the slab for future reference.

Help? Captain America #34 2008

infinityG

14

5 yearsJoosh (4179): From what I've gathered, Marvel didn't really kill the newsstand distribution so much as they let it die slowly. That makes sense in explaining why as you get into 2000 and newer, these newsstand books become harder and harder to find in any condition. In 2011 or thereabouts, I read that newsstand distribution was strictly limited to Barnes & Noble and Books A Million. The last Marvel newsstand books had publish dates of 12/2013. These...

Error? Want to buy, but question first...

Paint_Monk

16

5 yearsX51 (14750): I'm only a few issues away from having a complete collection of Continuity. #9 had a similar cover. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3c2dbfc3066810ecf67ace3c8ad92e01.jpg

Amazing Spider-man #24 - Spoilers

GanaSoth

5

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): I figured out who he is: Read this first.... Kindred is amicable but ruthless, torturing Quentin Beck into near-insanity and brutally killing him after giving him permission to say his true name, though he lamented having to do so in order to keep his identity secret. Kindred is fixated on obtaining revenge on Peter Parker for an unspecified thing he'd done, though he is also strangely affectionate towards him -- referring to him as...

CBCS I love you/ I hate you/ I love to hate you or "The Perils of Penelope"

sportshort

6

5 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): @sportshort I do what I can. ;)

Help! Is this worth grading?

kevinlmillard

5

5 yearsGAC (75224): it depends on why you want it slabbed. is it for resale for profit? if so, probably leave it as is. if it's for your PC and preservation? then maybe you want to.

Submissions

Walker1

3

5 yearsVirgincollector (494): Yeah I notice most complaints on the forum are from new members who are not familiar with the grading process or are new collectors that have no patience LOL 🤣🤣🤷‍♂️! I’m glad to here your process went smoothly 👍! @GAC is right it’s nice to hear the positive

Pricing guide

Torr102

20

5 yearsJesse_O (39314): I've been fiddling around with Dreck Check since it was announced a few weeks ago. If you are looking for prices for a certain comic in a certain grade, I highly recommend it!!! You can set a grade range, choose which grading company and even how far back to look. It also includes Heritage and eBay sales. The original art lookup is a bit more difficult to wade through. But if you want to invest the time to research and look through the results,...

Is it worth it for me?

William

23

5 yearsDrogio (7992): This is true but with an asterisk. I recently retuned two slabbed books, both graded by cgc, that I felt they overgraded. My goal was to replace a few direct editions (cgc 9.6) with newsstand editions (cgc 9.6) but when I got them I compared the books side by side and my direct editions looked like they could be pressed to 9.8s, while the newsstands were littered with spine ticks and AT BEST 9.4s in my opinion. The newsstands were graded...

selling question

donho

11

5 yearsdonho (665): Which is why I ask you folks for advice, you know where the bodies are buried and how to unearth them

will cbcs grade Faithless erotic covers?

OrangeNemesis

44

5 yearsGAC (75224): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/23b67975d191f5c59917b8f969235832.jpg

Heroes Con

Wyldchyld

53

5 yearsTedsaid (7340): Was that Robbi Rodriguez? I got his signature on a Edge of Spider-verse #2. Which I was perfectly happy to own, but it sure was a downer seeing 5-6 people in line at the grading company booth, and 3-4 of them ALSO had Edge of Spider-verse #2. (And at least two of those had the limited edition variant!) Anyway, Robbi was a really nice guy. So I can see him being willing to go above and beyond on the really nice "button" sketch you...

The Maxx 1/2 error on foil cover

Airmomo

10

5 yearsAirmomo (24): They also put it in its own category in the cgc census labeling it as wizard presents the Maxx. I thought they would have put it with the other variants of this cover. Any idea if that will effect the value good or bad?

Walking dead pick ups

Zombie_Head

9

5 yearsvacaboca (1063): Beautiful! I remember the day I got my 1 and 2, as part of a raw run 1-6 I bought blind on eBay... both graded 9.8, and my year (and run!) were made. Congrats!

WTB - Mint Condition "Creepshow" Book

GanaSoth

3

5 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @X51 I don't have a Facebook account or I would ask. I appreciate you letting me know about the group though.

What's your eBay site?

MarvelousComics

24

5 yearsX51 (14750): I never have animosity towards anyone for over-pricing a comic. I'm not going to buy it, but your taste is just as valid as some person wandering past it on eBay. If it's worth that to you, so be it. If you really want to sell something, you have to settle for what the next guy is willing to pay.

mid-90s comic card error question

etapi65

4

5 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): Misaligned card backs and fronts are fairly common and do happen as well.....I have shoebox sized bunch somewhere. I even have cards they forgot to gloss, etc.

Grading Question

kevinlmillard

12

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): 2.0-3.0 for all of them: Incomplete. :(

Short box bought today here are the keys

Zombie_Head

11

5 yearsDoc_Cop (3100): Floating in the same boat as you Darkseid! Nuff said...

Help with grading X-Men 101 & Marvel Super~Heroes 13

sportshort

14

5 yearssportshort (17809): Will check it out

Real or just to thinking

Buzbe

426

5 yearsJesse_O (39314): Yeah, this thread has outlived its' usefulness.

MASSIVE Baseball Card Collection Incoming. What Do I Look For?

00slim

70

5 years00slim (17954): I can . . . If necessary. 😁

Digital copy stickers

televiper75

15

5 yearskaptainmyke (27079): The adhesive comes off and is no longer sticky once removed. But good guess/answer.

Cracking Yellow Label Slab to Press and Resubmit

ninjarobert

10

5 yearsninjarobert (104): Thanks for sharing!

In Extended Clip, Captain Marvel Is Revealed To Be A Villain

GanaSoth

62

6 yearsMR_SigS (11124): Now I want apples and oranges lol "What about when Peter Quill murdered a bunch of dudes mid-mission, just to get his Walkman back? Oh, right, I forgot that Walkmans are imbued with the power of nostalgia and thus far more valuable than the life or safety of a woman." Ummm… Were the death certificates in the dvd Extra Features? Besides, the Walkman was given to him by the most important woman in his life. And did I miss...

Marv Wolfman

Zombie_Head

6

6 yearsZombie_Head (3535): He’s going to be in metropolis Il. In two weekends. Taking books for him to sign. Thx everyone.

G.I. Joe #1 bagged from Target

daywalker

5

6 yearsdaywalker (3708): The bag is just a clear bag, front and back with the hanger hole at the top. No, I didn’t get it for $1.34...I wish! I had an almost complete run, but sold it a few years ago...one of those wish I hadn’t moments! So I’m trying to pick a few keys back up!

Shipping Question

chirock

5

6 yearspoka (25000): @chirock refer to this thread https://forum.cbcscomics.com/topic/4005/page/1/cbcs-faq/#1

Akira live action has a release date!

JLS_Comics

1

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Finally, after a decade long gestation period, the WB life action adaptation of Akira has a release date. Directed by Taika Waititi and will be out in 2021 clickable text

Great Deal on Mylites2 and Fullbacks

GanaSoth

48

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Short boxes will do your back a huge favor @Kinsella5

Mailed or not

ONLINE_209

29

6 yearsDrogio (7992): So apparently my shipment from midtown is taking a nice ride around the country, first class. Dropped off at a USPS facility on 5/13 (keep in mind Manhattan is about a 2hr drive from my house). Showed up in San Francisco on 5/20. Decided to hang around for a few days before heading back east. In Springfield MA now....and with the holiday likely won’t be delivered until Tuesday. I expect to see a lot of traveling suitcase stickers on the...

WTB Star Wars Tales #23 - Mint Condition

GanaSoth

1

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Hello guys. I'm looking to buy a mint copy of "Star Wars Tales #23" (Dark Horse Comics, 1999). Either cover or both. If you have a copy you wouldn't mind selling then PM me. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c804df9005510841fa8e49fa2cc0f4b8.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/01867d95666c71185c0549933e2f5a57.jpg

Bronze membership

Bluetapecomics

6

6 yearsDrogio (7992): I like your a avatar and thread name. More people should use blue tape when packaging up comics....

Shipping question

sportshort

14

6 yearssportshort (17809): i supose you're right.1 dollar is better than none.

Stan Lee: Ex-manager of comic book legend charged with elder abuse

GanaSoth

12

6 yearsgmellos (252): Same here. I overpaid for a Stan signed CGC book but the cool thing is that Walt Simonson is going to be a Comic Con so I can have him sign the book too?

Deathstroke gets Terminated

GanaSoth

3

6 yearsDrWatson (54356): He'll be back.

Marvel Spotlight/Hero for Hire

benparker

8

6 yearsMR_SigS (11124): Many reasons why; Content, Creative Team, Issue # (1, 50, 100, so on), Scarcity, and even Internet rumors (speculation).

Recreated Star Wars Ben vs Darth Scene

GanaSoth

22

6 yearsB3Chandler (171): Now this is the Star Wars that I grew up with and loved! It's amazing how the fans are putting out better content than Disney Lucasfilms, shame on you Disney!

A Thunderbolts MCU film?

JLS_Comics

8

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): lol what about Thunderbunny? https://d1466nnw0ex81e.cloudfront.net/n_iv/600/883823.jpg

What grade would you give this?

Peanutt

15

6 yearsMR_SigS (11124): Absolutely. Look for some grading guides online or in book form (Overstreet) and make a serious effort to study it. Buy a few inexpensive slabs in varying grades for some visual examples, but keep in mind you could have two 6.0s that look completely different. Mid grade comics can be a pain to grade. If you're more collector than seller/"investor", you can save a lot in grading fees. IMHO

Fishy buyer

Yoosh5492

10

6 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): I got a message the other day about buying certain items I had outside of eBay. I told them no because I did it once and got hit with a sold item fee. Two days later I came back and that user was no longer in existence. I'm sure I was someone from eBay testing me.

You guys remember Deaths Head II (Minion)

GanaSoth

10

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): For people that are new to Deaths Head: A little history on the characters multiverse bouncing. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d5c18b6cc56836e3ae4bda309d813853.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e10b6ff4e1bfb6d76d55a54f5680e910.jpg

What’s your opinion on this WWBN 32

bige31

22

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): You think that one above was bad, look at this one... with that price... Click or Touch here. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/017c2388f5fcfdc88d67c615c6e683a8.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2a2346c995ebcd3ecdb2da7a61f404cc.jpg

Friendly neighborhood Spider-Man

Topsykrets

3

6 yearsStantheman (1274): one off

Tmnt volume

Nelsond0312

3

6 yearsNelsond0312 (4): Thanks, appreciate it

CBCS @Comicpalooza?

DWeeB1967

3

6 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Bummer! I was hoping to submit some books. Thanks, @Darryl_H.

Immortal Hulk Buy or Sell(Spec/sale question)

Enelson

124

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): Al Ewing will be signing at Midtown this month. Limit is three items. For me: Immortal Hulk # 1 1:50 RI Immortal Hulk # 1 Regular Cover Immortal Hulk # 2 Regular Cover

Blackcat #1 Mike Mayhew Cover

GanaSoth

10

6 years00slim (17954): I was excited to meet Adrienne Barbeau at a small local Con a couple years ago. It was $20 or $25. She signed my Swamp Thing POP & took a pic with me & my wife. She was super sweet. If it were $50+, I wouldn’t have done it. I’d have wanted to, but ultimately wouldn’t. Now, if it were like Joss Whedon? “Take my money”!

Have any of you ever did business with seller "cyberspacecomics" ?

GanaSoth

40

6 yearspoka (25000): What is o/s?

New Mutants movie moved again!

JLS_Comics

7

6 yearsPaulbg2000 (4847): I would completely agree....This to me appears as. Fox - "We can't release this potential piece of crap during the Disney Sale!!! We'll push it until after the sale closes!!!!" Disney - "What did we buy?!...Let's dump it back until we figure this thing out!" I think they'll promote the hell out of it in the new year for Disney+ as an exclusive after the launch. Kinda the same way that Netflix dropped Cloverfield...

Ms. Marvel

Yoosh5492

36

6 yearsxkonk (17876): Who wants to set the over/under? The lowest-grossing recent Disney Marvel movie was Ant-Man 2, which cleared about $622.5 million. I would take the over for Captain Marvel 2.

CBCS Turnaround 2.0

TimBildhauser

999

6 yearsRaven7of9 (93): My order of 12 books received March 15 shipped yesterday! Great Job CBCS!

Marvel Comics Announces The Death Of Rocket Raccoon

GanaSoth

23

6 yearsKrazywan (469): Rockette Raccoune

New to grading

Torr102

11

6 yearsRRO (1795): @Torr102 ~ Take the above advise, it comes from experienced members. I would strongly suggest that you look at why you want to slab, what are your alternatives, the (often surprisingly high)cost(s)in doing so and also rushing into a system that may noe work for you. Good luck with whatever you decide.

Muppet Babies Question

GanaSoth

12

6 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): Well, I think I know how it got it's name when you flip him upside down. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/a151455d99265804fea00b0b5f15e822.jpg

CBCS at comic cons

CLT

9

6 yearsCLT (59): Thanks for all the info. I'll contact support and either drop it off this weekend or the next comic con.

Too big for their their cases

Insomic

10

6 yearsInsomic (1): Thanks for the feedback guys I'll probably get it raw graded and send it into cgc to get actually s ales since it's already worth 300 ps the batawang jokes are killing me

Japanese? Info requested

doog

7

6 yearsdoog (8483): Thanks a lot Jesse, love me some mysteries, and some history, and you threw me some meat! Not at all sure it is a print, I know a little about paper, it is the highest quality, but I know little about original art. I’ll be looking at some 90’s comics set in the Genghis era for fun, someday, maybe, there will be that page! As it happens, like a lot of us I bet, I have boxes full of random 90’s comics from independents to start with

Gerber Full-Back / Mylites2 Question

tonnage71

25

6 yearsDrogio (7992): BTW, I’ve noticed recently when I store books in regular bags with regular boards (acid free non mylites) color rubs from the comic t9mthe board frequently. To combat this i have started bagging the comic in a regular size bag without a board, then placing that inside of a silver age back with a silver age board. Basically double bagging with a board separated from the comic by a bag. Not sure this will prevent this in the future, but...

Displays for connecting covers

Darth_Scooby

5

6 yearsetapi65 (4060): Probably $150ish. The wood displays are cheaper, but the acrylic are pretty sick looking.

Ebay selling nightmare (or par for the course).

akiva

54

6 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): @akiva has there been any update on your particular situation?

Help grade these Carnage mind bomb/wonderful life

Enelson

7

6 yearsJoosh (4179): The voice in my head was saying same as @kaptainmyke By the way, these are good reads.

I.D. issue Wonderworld comic

Roarshack

7

6 yearsRoarshack (78): Here’s some more pictures. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3117c05160f04659bf0781cfd7563c4e.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/29f17ac51d778567d63cb79b3875d333.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3841a4cf77f16c0fd0ab5c0f8df166d2.jpg...

Stan Lee signatures

SlabGod69

42

6 yearsWraith (2115): that is cool and what signatures are all about to me :)

Question to those that get sigs inside books

Shanthark

21

6 yearsBronte (38865): @Wraith "you don't flick through pages before sending to grading ?" As with all books and "magazines" I ignore the words. All I'm interested in are the pretty "pictures" J/K =)

Major X's first/cameo appearance??

kevinlmillard

68

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Thanks! I tried to be as fair as balanced as the situation calls for. Ha! Probably :D

Joker

JLS_Comics

21

6 yearsmartymann (48466): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e231589fd9a2f5d9c7fa7ed40d98d627.jpg OO mm

Pressing Help Question

mattness

20

6 yearsmattness (1530): @kaptainmyke Thanks Myke. There isn't much color break on the front, the crease goes through the entire book and there is color break on the back of the book. I took about 17 pictures to try and show the book and crease/indent. It was surprisingly extremely difficult. Below is the best picture I captured. The book is a Punisher War Zone #1 Reprint that came with the Marvels Punisher action figure in a blister pack. The grade is a 9.4 I have...

Ebay combined shipping question...Am I wrong? Buyer/seller question

Enelson

43

6 yearsEnelson (6289): I feel much better about my decision to abort this transaction(s) today...it continued to go to crazy town into the night https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/96471c2a08e0f6d5e7d19388e782bd5d.jpg And I'm glad to hear someone else do a Gemini mailer in a priority envelope, I've used that myself...and I could see that being 7.95...and a few months ago I put the entire green lantern rebirth run in a...

What are your thoughts on this GSX #1 Sale?

KCBatmanFan

12

6 yearsKCBatmanFan (2826): Makes sense with the MCU inclusion I guess. Hadn't really been watching the prices so I was just surprised to see such a rough raw copy going so high. Don't feel too bad about my purchase now :)

CBCS Imaging Option Question

mattness

8

6 yearsmattness (1530): @esaravo I forgot about the $300 option. I wonder if you get individual scans with that and I just confused them. @MR_SigS This is a good point. Ironically, the high res scans don’t show the curly white hairs that keep showing up in my recent slabs. @dielinfinite This is a great idea, I’ll check it out. Thanks everyone. 🍻

AOC YAY OR NAY

ONLINE_209

109

6 yearsxkonk (17876): Small states Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Rhode Island, and Vermont (and maybe more depending on what you consider small, and non-state DC) apparently aren't concerned. https://www.nationalpopularvote.com/

Help grade my asm 316 (newsstand)

Enelson

22

6 yearsteacha777 (1180): Always press IMO, coming back with a 9.6. That would of been a 9.8 with a press is frustrating to say the least

Silver Age Circulation Info?

tonnage71

4

6 yearstonnage71 (730): Interesting. Thanks for providing this info @KCBatmanFan!

Wrong Zip Code

ScarletCaptain

4

6 yearsScarletCaptain (1): message sent

Who is the first comic book character with the power of teleportation?

major99

7

6 yearsesaravo (98813): How about Doctor Fate?

Any News on the Larger Cases?

mightyestmatt

3

6 yearsdonho (665): that is what I was told when I asked this with customer service. Friday. was in development but when beckett bought cbcs they scrapped the project and started over again.

Question about Gene Colan art

major99

4

6 yearsxkonk (17876): He did at least 200 books for DC. Hard to say how many of them might have had a Superman appearance. https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Gene_Colan/Penciler

The Disney / Fox Merger is now a "Done Deal" !!

JLS_Comics

13

6 yearsrobertofredrico (747): That's how it was 5 years ago. Now, in 2019 it looks like this: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/f7a6047c17cef3d8450150987869aa5d.png

Would a Clean and Press help the Phantom?

crystalphoto

12

6 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Would it help you make money or get a better grade? Probs not. Would it help the book look better? You bet.

Bad EBay Vendor / Bad Restoration

Noblebeast315

24

6 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): eBay will only refund the amount you paid. They are not responsible for anything after that. Shitty sellers are scums. Here’s a good good seller. He has a wearhouse out here in Dallas. And he was the one that got the little key book called “Action Comics #1” CGC 9.0. The first one that was sold to Nicholas. https://www.ebay.com/str/comicwarehouse

Storage and display

etapi65

13

6 yearsetapi65 (4060): Yep, I like the comic cubes, but after you pay for the custom job and the shipping...I could have an X-Men giant sized #1. Edit: Hence, me turning to the experts.

help identifying who signed this print

donho

9

6 yearsPaulbg2000 (4847): It's Rodenberry... https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/andromeda-ascendant-signed-print-476504436 https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/limited-edition-andromeda-print-439322759 Prints were apparently given to TV Stations that aired the show...

Newbie Questions

Kidvic69

5

6 yearsStantheman (1274): I am not an expert by any means but I agree with the other posters I only think the Thor 165 would benefit from a pressing

2 Day Modern with Verified Sigs

Verde

2

6 yearspoka (25000): no - TAT is probably around 3 weeks - maybe 1 week more

Blind unpacking

mrelowe

56

6 yearsmrelowe (538): Estimated 2.0 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fa676db7737a60aa1edeee98ef5fa998.jpg Estimated 4.5 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/4de24d978cbf6f1acc1bbd391f9b175a.jpg Estimated 6.5 (missed that one badly) ...

When does cbcs take the money for grading?

Shanthark

10

6 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): I call them. I took my card off back in December because I was a victim of card theft so I had to closely guard my situation for a bit and was taking my card off anything everywhere. I'm sure the site is encrypted, but I did use my computer to enter so you never know.

Comic Book Industry Troubles ?

GanaSoth

62

6 yearschirock (57): The biggies might fail, but make mine Alterna comics. Inexpensive cover price because newsprint, no variants, and customers aren't taken for granted [or called nazis]. All ages covered, from the Chair to Cyko KO.

Double Bill - What do I do?

Sekeeth

10

6 yearsGAC (75224): Awesome!!!! happy it all worked out for you.

change credit card info

Shanthark

3

6 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): right now I am having trouble with it.

Store Stamps on Comics

Chino24

8

6 yearsChino24 (110): @TellEmSteveDave That's awesome. That's the one thing I like about the stamps - they kind of help tell you the history behind that specific book you have. Who would have thought it would begin in Rochester, New York and wind up in Oklahoma after all of these years? I think that's cool.

Thoughts on Teen Titans 2?

Themaxx35

15

6 yearsesaravo (98813): @Themaxx35 - Good luck and hope it all works out for you.

Signing advice for Captain Kirk (Shatner)

donho

35

6 yearsJustABitEvil (2325): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/915bac8f347e6e40242548c1dc99c6dc.jpg I had him sign the one with the most Shatners on it I could find.

Rob Liefeld at ECCC

OoklaTheMok

13

6 yearsKatKomics (30267): Pretty sure that's just how they draw it up in anatomy class....

anyone have a copy to sell me?

donho

14

6 yearsesaravo (98813): @Frontier2Xterra - Thanks, Jon.

To restore, or not restore, that's the question

roasty

20

6 yearsroasty (23): Lots of interesting comments. The plan is likely to sell most (got bills to pay).

Add authenticate signature of already verified signature CBCS graded book

smeninc

6

6 yearsManonfire (63): It cost me $46 to get a graded comic opened, signed, authenticated, and re-graded that is including shipping.

Suggestions for Austin Comic Shop?

DWeeB1967

1

6 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): Any suggestions for a good LCS in the Austin, Texas, area? I'm mainly looking for one that has a good selection of silver and bronze. Thanks!

recommendations in Pittsburgh?

xkonk

4

6 yearsFrontier2Xterra (12383): @xkonk phantom of the attic comics

Shwarzenegger signed certified Conan comic..

Ambush_Bug

16

6 yearsDJC_II (1829): http://bizkart.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/music-trophy-awards-vstkw6.jpg I nominate you for best comment of the week award

DC gets revenge on Wendys

GanaSoth

1

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Click/Touch here for funny details. Also added bonus, a guy talks trash to Wendy's & Wendy's response is hilarious (to me). *Located towards the bottom of the page.

Reused cover art?

dielinfinite

11

6 yearsdoog (8483): Finally looked, not a single story duplicated. I just assumed the same stories, now I have some more fine reading, many thanks

Please Help: Scam?

00slim

35

6 yearsshrewbeer (13263): My brother did this to someone. Picked a bar in providence and when the guy got there he texted back “I’m not coming but you can sit there with a drink imagining how awesome it would have been if you got to [know me carnally.]”

MCU Wolverine Actor

JLS_Comics

12

6 yearsthe420bandito (11396): It's a shame they wasted Huge in so many of those mediocre X-Men movies. He is and always will be Wolverine (even with all the singing and dancing on Broadway).

What did I come across?

dartelum

16

6 yearsdartelum (76): I've never come across this before what do you think a fair price for this comic would be?

Will CBCS grade individual panels?

Magellan

3

6 yearsMagellan (332): I guess I’m mainly wondering how they would even be able to confirm its authenticity from a single panel.

The Question #17 (1988)

Chino24

4

6 yearsChino24 (110): Thanks, everyone!

Restoration Check

mrelowe

11

6 yearscomic_book_man (1978): @IronMan Great link!

Address

Nelsond0312

5

6 yearsxkonk (17876): Unless you're getting them pressed. That's a different address. https://www.cbcscomics.com/pressing

Traveling to Israel

GanaSoth

11

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @BrianGreensnips Thank ya. I'm gonna try. :)

Kirby

Zombie_Head

20

6 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): The Tom Reilly pedigree has an interesting story behind it. I recommend everyone here to check these stories out.

G.I. Joe #2 & #3 - No Staples

GanaSoth

9

6 yearsesaravo (98813): I believe staple mishaps have occurred for years. I have a copy of X-Men #29 that looks normal. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d7e6ec3e6cf2621c971478152ce0ce29.jpg But don’t judge this book by its cover. Look inside and you see it was stapled twice. Once without the cover and then again with the cover. ...

Man-Thing in Armor?

GanaSoth

8

6 yearsHcanes (5732): The tiny man-thing seems to be a prisoner if you notice the little chain around his wrist. I wonder if the character wielding him is the "Shadow Colonel" who looks like the bad guys from the video game Killzone and various anime/manga villains.

The last Comic Book Stan Lee wrote?

Joosh

13

6 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Here’s the credits page for the story. Looks like Stan did provide the updated script https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CzLmG3IUQAAFjTL.jpg

A good source

Yoosh5492

12

6 yearsDalkiel (2084): clickable text M&M Comics is great. I've been buying from them for over 10 years.

Superman & other DC comic books abroad

Khovard

2

6 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @Khovard I would recommend expanding your post title to your more specific needs about Carroll Rhinestrom. I unfortunately know nothing about this person. Just trying to help.

Spider-Man 2099 is hot...why?

Joosh

33

6 yearsJoosh (4179): I've found this to be true. #46 (Last issue of Spider-Man 2099) is much less available than #1. Relatively hard to find the later Newsstands in NM, but not expensive, which is just my kind of collecting. I like the search. Odd finding is issue 2-10ish have plenty of newsstand books out there. Even MileHigh has them listed for same price as Direct.

Signature Identification help? *SOLVED*

UrsusRexCooper

12

6 yearsOGJackster (52527): Looks like Rob Liefeld did those feet LOL!

Paying balance?

Dblues

7

6 yearsDblues (7): I assume I got bumped a tier on something, although I've been bumped up once or twice before without having extra charges. I'm not really too concerned about that. It's just that I couldn't seem to find any way at all to pay the extra charges on the website and the email they sent didn't give any info on it. But I dielinfinite's advice and emailed them back last night asking them to charge my card. Here's hoping it works! Still haven't seen...

Amazing Spider-Man #252 Before and After Being Shipped to CBCS.

flanders

66

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @Wraith I agree with ya Wraith. It's a different cut.

Golden age advice

Roarshack

27

6 yearsCatmanAmerica (31120): That's a tough call grading wise, but if I were providing a ballpark guess based on appearance it would be around 50% of the value of the same book with similar wear and a fully attached cover. :beer::)

To reslab or not

Batman66

27

6 yearsBatman66 (22425): 9.8

ECCC 2019

OoklaTheMok

2

6 yearsOoklaTheMok (44): FYI We will be at Theodore Hotel, 1531 7th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 for ECCC. So you can drop you books off there with us! Thank you, The CBCS Team

What is your eBay name?

Gabriel85301

37

6 yearstjr909 (54): Hey everyone, I just updated my eBay name to match my IG and youtube name: gorilla.todd.comicbooks.4life clickable text

Help with pricing Hulk 180 - Married

Murm

11

6 yearsMurm (2619): Thanks everyone for the replies I think $225 is a fair asking price will post for sale shortly.

Manufacturing error... quick question?

OoklaTheMok

3

6 yearsOoklaTheMok (44): Thanks! I was more concerned with the validity/rarity of these types of errors (i.e. 1:1M as opposed to 67:1M), similarly to how Canadian price variants are now recognized as a smaller set of the bigger production run, you know what I mean? Do you or anyone know if these errors increase the value, like Venom Lethal Protector - black cover? It's strange a printing error is recognized but isn't that still a 'manufacturing error'? Still, if/when...

Using a legal sz filing cabinet to store books, ran into an issue, help?

Joosh

6

6 yearsJoosh (4179): Good call. I did check that; they are...were all the same height. I left the top drawer alone as I will keep slabs in there in the file folders. I think the slabbed books should be fine on their side as long as they are in the slabs securely. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d3e48f34046b8ec047bb066473f08c7f.jpg

Sense of loss

Stu

46

6 yearsX51 (14750): You'll have to choose one or the other. You can't afford both.

Cleaning and Pressing

cosanostra937

6

6 yearsmoodswing (3041): Didn't know pressing and cleaning was that much. So to get an older X-Men comic graded/pressed by itself you are looking at $80ish. That seems like a lot.

Anyone have Sleepwalker #1 for sale?

GanaSoth

1

6 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Hey guys. I'm looking for a graded copy of Sleepwalker #1 or a raw copy that is in 9.8 condition. PM me or reply here. Thanks.

CBCS RAW GRADE/ GRADE SCREENING

Mray23

3

6 yearsMray23 (1): Thanks hopefully They make the grade and I don’t get any raw grades. New to comics and grading. Tried to learn as much as I could from looking at EBay listings then searching for the grader notes on CBCS.

What do you guys think of this? (Re: CGC Crossover)

RyanHicks

39

6 yearsTedsaid (7340): The problem isn't that it is unethical in and of itself ... the problem is the appearance and possibility of unethical behavior. I think CGC has proven that they can be unethical on the margins. And I definitely believe they don't have any controls to watch for unconscious bias. They make lots of money through unconscious bias. For example, I've noticed a small but distinct difference between grades that were pressed by CCS and not pressed...

Anyone know what these are?

dartelum

19

6 yearsdartelum (76): Thanks Scorpion but I was referring to the little heads where the CCA usually is.

Best Boxes for Silver/Gold Mylites?

Drogio

9

6 yearsX51 (14750): You can go with acid-free boxes, but I wouldn't sweat over the decision. The Mylar bag prevents the book from making contact with the box. Some comics are printed with acidic inks and they are self-destructing regardless off what bag and box you put them in.

Who's signature is this?

Enelson

4

6 yearsesaravo (98813): Here’s my Claremont scribble for reference: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/ab11fafa89ef9b9a9ad8140fab7e986a.jpg

Best online comic subscription services?

kaptainmyke

20

6 years1243782365 (503): I've never ordered from DCBS. If I have, I can't remember but this week I have heard MULTIPLE stories of a mistake they made with the J. Scott Campbell Daredevil variant. This variant was supposed to be a 1:100 variant but DCBS presold them as a regular variant at cover price when they were doing there preorder sales two months ago. And guess what? They fulfilled EVERY order. That is why I am looking into moving my online subscription to DCBS.

Where is CBCS???

myxzeus70

7

6 yearsDarryl_H (1707): emails unsent? what email address are you using?

Current status of Submissions

mrelowe

16

6 yearsDarryl_H (1707): after labels is QC, then they will ship.

Stamps on comics and their affect on the grade

Randomdoge

13

6 yearsCatmanAmerica (31120): It doesn't affect the grade, but the CCA stamp usually limits my interest! :beer:;) .

TAT for Heroes Con dropoff's

Wyldchyld

6

6 yearsWyldchyld (1544): My books are now listed as shipping. Just got email from cbcs that I will be getting tracking number soon. I can't wait. Looks like Christmas is coming early.

Paper Quality VS Grade

00slim

22

6 yearsGAC (75224): upgrading is always an.option as well.

GoCollect - Worth it?

ThorneArt

11

6 yearsCitikill (10): @Zarbongo thanks got all mine on there now!!

Image Dead Rabbit Canceled- anyone know why?

Enelson

18

6 yearsX51 (14750): It shows up on eBay periodically. Here's one. https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/halle-hooters-girl-recalled-signed-238766976

Phoenix comicon 2018 May 24-27

Guy

30

6 yearsPoseidon5421 (21): Received my 17 books today. 25 weeks...good grief.

Best and fastest way to get books to CBCS

Batman66

15

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): True but think of it this way: If the book gets damaged on the way to CBCS the loss is all yours to keep and enjoy. If you drop the book off at a con and it gets damaged on the way to CBCS HQ, CBCS is responsible for the loss.

Over-billed...AGAIN!

Odins_Raven

12

6 yearsDrogio (7992): Who cracked it? You or the witness? Makes a difference.

ASM 49 grading help

KaseyArt

7

6 yearsGAC (75224): 6.5

Insurance

Black_Katze

9

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): yes a regular policy is around $500/yr a dealer policy is around $1400/yr you must do the dealer policy if you buy and sell on ebay or a website or they will not pay out on claims and you must have photographs of everything

San Diego Comic con lottery..

danzies

7

6 yearsdanzies (782): damn...no luck this year. Maybe next year..:/

Sig Verification help

Citikill

12

6 yearsCitikill (10): @KingNampa I have the entire Dark nights metal run graded, figured I would go ahead and do these too, especially if I can get them verified. That way I can have an entire graded set.

Pressing/Cleaning/Grading Question

CatCovers

3

6 yearsGAC (75224): as is, 2.5 - 3.0 range I'd say.

Pre Sreening

cosanostra937

4

6 yearsCatmanAmerica (31120): Pre-screening is definitely a service available at CBCS, but I don't think restoration removal is currently one of the services offered. I'm making that assumption based on the books sent with Steve Borock for grading and pre-screening at last month's OAFcon, two came back with discovered restoration, ...one having been graded previously by CGC as a universal grade! If CBCS offered this service for suitable candidates, I'd certainly consider...

Non-witnessed original art

Zini

3

6 yearsZini (17): @dielinfinite Wow amazing response. This answers everything I needed. Thanks so much!

inventory marks on 60s books

donho

4

6 yearsdonho (665): these are writing with pen and pencil. with date received and percent of order that they received of the books I think. like march 18 1962 and 87 % but none cover artwork on cover and is always in a blank spot of the cover like yellow sand and the sky

Art slab turnaround?

Tr3ntOw3ns

4

6 yearsteacha777 (1180): I submitted with no fast past in 8/15 it was received. Still waiting. So yeah fast pass if you can

Storage Question

silverage1375

21

6 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): I was an insurance investigator before I went to Law School so here is my suggestion: If you get collectibles insurance, make sure that you know what kind of coverage you have and what documentation you will need to file a claim. The easiest coverage is usually a stated value policy but there are other policies you can get. You might be surprised at the number of people that don't understand what their policy covers and what proof and /or...

Ebay Pet Peeve

drchaos

17

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): I have not had that happen to me yet but that would piss me off. After experimenting with best offer early on I decided I want no part of it.

Detached Cover = What Highest Potential Grade?

00slim

5

6 yearsBatman66 (22425): I've seen higher grades that got a green label, qualified

Low Grade Love

mrelowe

47

6 yearsMR_SigS (11124): @GAC It's an eBay purchase, 2nd attempt. The first had a photocopy shadow on the interior that made it look homemade. This one from another seller looks VERY nice. If there were an easy way to get this to someone who knows what they're doing, I'd consider marrying the two together, and by "easy" I mean handing it to them and waiting LOL So that's out.

Signature Rates

sbarb18

25

6 yearsGAC (75224): very true about not assuming his rate for sigs...my apologies for that...I wasnt aware of his heart attack...hopefully it was a speedy recovery.

Are CBCS numbers down?

Randomdoge

15

6 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): sell em on ebay for grader error variant.

CGC will now allow CBCS slabs to be regraded/retagged with CGC labeling....

ZosoRocks

36

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/507e5177dd8f273cbff14990dca81729.gif https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/623fd15949abadaaf2247d0c52c006c0.gif

Has this comic, colour touch?

BatCatMan

14

6 yearsBatCatMan (12): Ok, I will buy a UV flashlight. I think it's worth to have one, to detect color touch and more things that can't be seen easily.

ASM 47 grading help

KaseyArt

8

6 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Rusted Staples don't effect the grade? NOT

CGC Crossover Service (no delete)

RyanHicks

64

6 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): The talk of CBCS "Catching up on their back orders" has been going on for years now and it's hard to believe that will change any time soon. Quality control seems to also be lacking as I see more and more label mistakes etc... customer service is also virtually non-existent. From a company stand point at this time, CBCS is not even in the same league as CGC. Maybe and hopefully that will change. If your going to defeat the champ you...

ASM 111 grading help

KaseyArt

3

6 yearsandy49 (3955): 4.5

Storing Comics

oginecka

16

6 yearsIronMan (6255): The inner holder is not made of Mylar. Both CBCS and CGC use PETG. Until just a few years ago CGC used Barex. Barex is no longer manufactured. Mylar blocks most UV light below but not all. This according to DuPont, which makes Mylar. For maximum safety and longevity of paper collectibles, limit exposure to light, control temperature and humidity to comfortable levels. If you really feel you want to display your comic books, then manage...

Question about Shown balance

Biorobot

6

6 yearsBiorobot (25): @dielinfinite was able to get me some information and I got in contact with a CSR. It seems that the shown balance will not get updated until my comics make it to bar coding. They were also able to tell me that they do see that I do not have a balance. I have been collecting comics since the 70s, but this is my first time getting anything graded, so its an all new process for me. Thanks for all of the suggestions.

OT: File/Camera/Image app???

Savage_Spawn

13

6 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): My PC is a pile of plastic junk!! It doesn't seem to recognize my phone. Earlier PCs did. I think I could probably add some sort of software to accomplish the task, but not worth my time since I can't stand my PC. Need to upgrade in a bad way. Thanks for the tip anyways. I'll check Dropbox out as it appears the Storage folder is not going to be the answer. Looks like an outside app will be the direction I will have to go.

Borock on Youtube tonight

Jesse_O

56

6 yearsteacha777 (1180): Hopefully the newer cases are easier to manufacture?

Advice on selling variants

KYoung_1974

10

6 yearsKYoung_1974 (741): @Treweldy I expect them in by the end of the week. One of the lots was all Dawn comics, Dawn 1 - 6 with the 3 variant #1's, Crypt of Dawn, and Tears of Dawn. I will post them when I get them in.

Payment?

Tr3ntOw3ns

4

6 yearsDarryl_H (1707): You can email CBCS customer service at: customerservice@cbcscomics.com You can also Call customer service during business hours, and use option #2 to let them know they can charge the card on file. The number is: 844.870.2227 and use Option #2

Is this comic trimmed?

BatCatMan

10

6 yearsBatCatMan (12): ok thanks for your answer and now I have understood that it is not trimmed.

Shipping WTF?

drchaos

20

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): The $285 I got back was the amount Fedex charged to insure each of three boxes for up to $9,500 per box. In the past I was not charged for this. Since I have third party insurance I have asked CBCS not to declare any value so I can avoid this charge in the future/ This amount is above and beyond the other shipping charges from Fedex.

LA Comic Con witness?

Bankj318

2

6 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): CBCS will be at this show. Just stop by the booth and we'll get you set up.

Help(autographs legit?)

Topsykrets

21

6 yearsBronte (38865): I sent them an email to ask various questions such as cost and encapsulation. Below is their response. We do offer a similar oversized holder that can encapsulate most standard sized magazines and then we have a much thinner holder that fits photographs up to the size of 8 x 10. Here’s the size holders we currently offer for autograph encapsulation. · Standard Holder - 2.6" x 3.75" · Tall Boy Holder -...

Batman cover "problem": common or uncommon?

sl4wt3r

11

6 yearsTedsaid (7340): No, they are all like this. It's just how this issue / format is printed.

TAT Calculator Question

robo_beardo

5

6 yearsrobo_beardo (38): Woof! No. No pressing... Thanks for the info!

She Hulk Numbers Don't Jive

ONLINE_209

8

6 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): @Jesse_O She Hulk has always been one of my top favorite characters of all time and thanks for sharing the pictures

New York Comic Con

TKD_Tarantino

14

6 yearsUnknown (64): Ugh. The one time I assume something at NYCC. Brought books to submit.

auto-reply customer service

Guy

16

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): @Guy I don’t know if this helps, but Walgreens has entered into a partnership with FedEx; so you can arrange to have your books delivered to a convenient Walgreens location & they will hold it until you are able to pick it up. Or arrange to have it held at the nearest available FedEx service location. Hope it helps!

Grade this ASM #299

BatCatMan

18

6 yearsBatCatMan (12): Yes, but I explained to the seller that I had not noticed that the pages were cream on the bottom and that the cover was slightly discolored on the right side. He understood it and told me that there wasn't any problem to cancel my purchase, so he canceled it.

Batman Damned

Topsykrets

68

6 yearsGAC (75224): Agree 100%! Raw = $5 but Batman Damned raw is a 1000% mark up and CGC is $10 but Batman Damned CGC is a 500% mark up....yup! seems fair.

X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX - 1st Trailer Reactions

JLS_Comics

18

6 yearsxkonk (17876): Bizarre. And not an especially great sign that X-Men got pushed back. Maybe they're hoping Avengers 4 will have died down by then instead of only having a couple weeks before Captain Marvel?

Please Answer Phone

Keeneland

20

6 yearsDrogio (7992): They’ll probably be like “why are these people getting so high strung about silly comic books?”

Authentication Error

Dever924

5

6 yearsDever924 (1): @SteveRicketts Somehow I'm automatically logged in under forums and it is the same account. But still have issues logging into the main page for status updates etc. It's odd. @X51 I'm going to try your suggestion now. Fingers crossed.

[PSA] Publishers: Variant Fatigue Syndrome

kaptainmyke

419

6 yearsDrogio (7992): That's his wang....do shop variants count as first appearances?

Which membership to choose?

Kalistyles

2

6 yearsxkonk (17876): The discount is the same unless you're thinking of getting the dealer membership, so it's a question of what coupons you would use. I decided by looking at what books I planned on sending in next and seeing what coupons I would definitely use.

Birds of Prey Movie set for 2/7/2020

JLS_Comics

4

6 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): I'm curious as to the ceiling of my Suicide Squad 23.

does a mailing label on the book truly lower the grade that much?

donho

9

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): Ugh! That is just obnoxious.

Amazing Spiderman

organic

5

6 yearsjohnctan (85): Are you selling?

Finding a facilitator/authorized witness

KYoung_1974

4

6 yearsKYoung_1974 (741): Thanks for the info guys

How do you grade this?

Flip1987

8

6 yearsFlip1987 (52): Mine its Just in The cover... What a disappointment

Book Credits

TML_Comics

5

6 yearssteveinthecity (624): https://www.comics.org/issue/172636/ As an example. The Grand Comics Database/comics.org info is pretty much lifted verbatim to many other sites. They're always looking for help populating or correcting info.

Authorized dealers

OoklaTheMok

8

6 yearsIronMan (6255): CBCS may not see a "locate a dealer" link and database on the website as much of a priority because unlike CGC you do not need to purchase a membership or find a dealer to submit books. One can submit books directly to CBCS without being a member or locating a dealer. All said though, having such a link is probably a good idea. Local Comic Shops are still businesses. They have to make $$ to stay in business. Many, maybe most LCS...

Neal Adams Signature

shimabuku

26

6 yearsNuffsaid111 (20048): Neal Adams is a bright, top tier capitalist and artists rights supporter from long ago. He's going to charge maximum what he believes his autograph and sketches is worth. Absolutely nothing wrong with it but let's call it what it is. Charging for photographs and to talk with him will be next. And I'm ok with that too... but he's a capitalist to the max. He's the Gene Simmons of the comic world

Shipping to Canada

DadBodRyan

11

6 years1243782365 (503): Set up a US post office box. I use crossborderpickups in Mississauaga - I have my packages sent to there warehouse in Niagara Falls and they drive them across the boarder. Cheaper and faster shipping. They charge you a fee for doing this but its worth it.

Membership

Darthwheels

4

6 yearsdielinfinite (26821): You are not charged when you check out on the website. You will be charged once the books are received an in-processed. Unfortunately, as @KYoung_1974 pointed out, the CBCS site isn’t as full-featured as it could/should be so membership coupons aren’t tracked or applied in a convenient way. Your best bet would be to send an email to customer service (customerservice@cbcscomics.com), including your name, the invoice number and telling them...

What grade would you give this ASM 15

KaseyArt

11

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): CBCS: 1.5 CGC: 2.0 PGX: 2.5

COMICONversation Hit 100 Episodes

JLS_Comics

3

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Thanks @Tdog13! It's always a work in progress but I hope you enjoy the content

Will CBCS grade this mega rare Wu-Tang book?

kaptainmyke

11

6 years00slim (17954): What a cool book. 1 of 50? Very cool. Looking at it, I could see the ornate cut of the outer edges to the cardstock being damaged pretty easily.

Ripped comic cover

Laserboy27

6

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Anything can happen to a book, at any time. They are frail and fragile like my heart. Could have been shipping method, shipping transport, box could have been dropped at the distribution center. I'm pretty sure nothing happened to the book during grading though. Anything is possible.

What's the best suggestion for keeping 9.8 after a remark

Lundon44

19

6 yearsLundon44 (34): So after almost 10 days, multiple emails and probably 20+ calls trying to get someone on the phone I finally received an email response today. Because the ASM #800 was submitted on the 2-Day tier with a 2-Day turnaround time I've been advised it was already graded and ready to ship. I asked if they could confirm the grade. They said it got 9.8 so the pressing would be a waste. I guess I got lucky from the sounds of it!

The Predator

JLS_Comics

19

6 yearsMr_adam_R (512): monster squad! I haven't thought about that movie in years! what a classic. now I know my next movie purchase. thank you!

I’m celebrating 5 months today!

Madbeez

17

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): @silverage1375 I started selling comics about a year ago, I'm the definition of "small, local guy;" but I was up in the city last week for NCBD, and retailers small & large are refusing to submit books to CBCS until TAT's get under control. The big dog in my area had started crossing over, and was doing a 50/50 split between CGC & CBCS. Talked to her last week, and the management was *not* happy. They submitted a bunch of...

Facilitator Transport

TML_Comics

3

6 yearsJesse_O (39314): Here are the actual guidelines for a facilitator taken from a post by Mark Roman and shared on a "stickied" thread here on the forum. I would advise talking to the facilitator ASAP.

How to reach customer service?

Lundon44

6

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): I called every hour on the hour during business hours for two days straight. I also employed...unconventional methods...to get customer service's attention. In the end, I finally got Jake Fleming (CBCS Customer Support Guru) on the phone. He was, as always, extremely polite & was able to resolve the couple of issues I had. As of my conversation w/ him, he is/was the *ONLY* guy handling CBCS customer support (phone) right now. According...

Question -- How are comics shipped back

CLT

4

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): My last couple orders have been large (for me), 80-100 books. They come stacked in 20's, with a foam sheet between each slab, wrapped in a giant protective ball of bubble wrap, which comes in a box surrounded by packing peanuts. Its impressive. I do miss the old way, where five or six slabs (depending on thickness) would have a foam divider between each of them, and come in a CBCS-branded box. Usually wrapped in a single layer of bubble wrap...

Capital city comicon next saturday

Pacoma7623

14

6 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): Looks like I am going tomorrow. I am going to load up some Ryan Stegman books to get signed. Who else is attending? I will pay Puhcky comics a visit too.

Should I slab these books?

Italcia

11

6 yearsKingNampa (6756): Yes

Re-holder

Tirtawm

3

6 yearsTirtawm (5): Noted. Thank you!

Help looking for trustworthy site of original/signed art

enaz13

13

6 yearsIronMan (6255): Comicartfans is not really a place to buy art. The vast majority of art there isn't listed for sale. It's collectors showing their stuff off. Perhaps best for comicartfans is their sales links. Search an artist or character and you can look at listings of art for sale. Most of the listings will be by dealers and they are just links to their sites. Several dealers don't list prices and you have to call. Perhaps what is most annoying...

Customer Sevice ? Payment Method Changed?

ComicFan

14

6 yearsComicFan (19): Thanks @Catalyst_Comics I figured as much but was hoping to avoid any possible delay in between the billing & shipping phase. Enjoy the holiday everyone. Peace

replacing bags and boards

stanley_1883

15

6 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): You could do Amazon or EBay and not have to buy the minimum of $100 worth, but you will pay a considerable anount more.

Customer Service Issue - Submitted books not in my account

SHUHitman

3

6 yearsSHUHitman (10): I appreciate the feedback. Considering the last time I submitted comics books to CBCS was 2014, I don't really have much idea as to what has been going on outside of some of the posts I've been trying to read. Definitely will take up your suggestion of submitting online and just dropping off in person. I'll just accept that things are probably in order for the time being. They definitely need to work on their customer service response times -...

Darth Who? Matt Smith Cast for Star Wars IX

JLS_Comics

10

6 yearsBatman79 (1227): Oh...he may have a line then.

Can anyone tell me what this is?

Broker1

14

6 yearsBroker1 (763): Shrewbeer, thanks for the tip, I was scared to death as it's a 9.8 bronze age Nova #1. Your tip worked about 90%, but the ones on the bottom still come back. Any other ideas?

Web Of Spider-Man #32

tonnage71

8

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Very cool.

Artists that you are surprised they aren't published?

RyanHicks

15

6 yearsX51 (14750): It's private for now until she decides what angle to pursue. She's reestablishing herself in a new locale. She's trying different styles and themes and wants to settle into the right options for her before promoting her work. She's thinking about being a tattoo artist.

New CGC vs CBCS Comparison on Youtube - What are CGC turnaround times?

TheComicDoJo

28

6 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): @TheComicDoJo Watched the video with headphones in and realized that the audio was left speaker only. Maybe something to address in future videos. Cheers.

Cover Sketch

shimabuku

5

6 yearsOdins_Raven (2389): Looks like he is taking "Remark Commissions taken each day at the Con's." And "All Commissions in my possession are on HOLD as I finish SPIDERGEDDON #0. I'll start back up with full focus August 30."

Tex Avery Character: Droppy Dog. 1st Comic Appearance?

00slim

4

6 yearsOGJackster (52527): I think @Jesse_O called it... this is from Wikipedia... The character first appeared, nameless, in Avery's 1943 cartoon Dumb-Hounded. Though he would not be called "Droopy" onscreen until his fifth cartoon, Señor Droopy (1949), the character was officially first labeled Happy Hound, a name used in the character's appearances in Our Gang Comics (the character was already christened the name "Droopy" in model sheets for his...

Spine Roll

shimabuku

44

6 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): It was just an issue with Marvel at that time. There may be a few instances of DCs with them, but 99.9% of them are on Marvel comics.

Catalog Collection

stanley_1883

9

6 yearsKatKomics (30267): Gonna sound horrible but I'm on excel :( Not sure if there is some way to easily drop my info into another program so I just keep updating the file with the odd backup stored as an attachment in e-mail....

an idiot question, apologizes in advance

timberghost

7

6 yearsGAC (75224): Prepare to be Newton Ringed!!

Fox/Disney merger in retrospect

stanley_1883

6

6 yearsGAC (75224): Marvel is pretty much hitting it out of the park with every release. Mostly due to the fact that the exec's at the helm are all comic book fans first and foremost. These people know these characters inside and out and better than most fans. When the merger is complete, those characters will join the Marvel stable helmed by the same exec's. In my opinion, as a fan of comic book movies, Disney/Marvel will continue with the high quality releases...

Please grade my Hulk 181 Good Sirs pt 2

kaptainmyke

11

6 yearsstanley_1883 (2001): This makes me so curious regarding the one I have. The spine and edges are a lot cleaner but I have a crease that may or may not press out on the cover, and another defect the size of half a fingernail that won’t.

Change in billing practice?

fivestar

19

6 yearsComic_Playhouse (52): I have always paid up front and leave a card on file for extra charges. I submitted books at Heroes Con on June 19 and paid only to receive a bill on August 8th. Anyone ever get billed when they paid at a Convention? I felt something was different when I didn't see the computers.

New comics

timberghost

8

6 yearsdpiercy (4821): I was just at the LCS and the guy working was like, “...the damaged books from Diamond weren’t too bad this week.” 😂

Stocktoncon 2018

ONLINE_209

3

6 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): @Themaxx35 in my opinion yes

Should i press and slab? Its a foil cover

Jonnyredwood

3

6 yearsJonnyredwood (16): Yeah, I might have to take the hit. That little ding at the bottom is the only thing I can find wrong...bummer

About to send my first submission!!!

Jason_hendon

23

6 yearsRedshade (1113): Hi. I have submitted several lots to CBCS ln the last two years without any problems. The usual turn around time was quoted as about 16 weeks and to be fair took about 18/20 weeks with which I have no problem with. One just has to be patient. It is what it is and one just has to chill and be aware that your submissions are going to be returned in about 6 months or more Apparently, they were uprooted by a hurricane from Florida to Texas and...

Art Submission question

BrashSmurf

5

6 yearsGAC (75224): heres one for example: https://www.bcwsupplies.com/comic-book-showcase-current-uv

Looking for Stan lee signed book

Flip1987

5

6 yearsDrogio (7992): I have an amazing fantasy 15 reprint signed by Stan, cbcs yellow label. It's the 2004 reprint that was inserted into American newspapers weekly up to about issue 13. Pm me if interested. I have a second one I'm waiting for to arrive from cbcs as well...was signed back in April, and sent in fast pass...but I had it pressed so you know...4 month TAT added on...

Looking to buy Amazing Fantasy #15 .5 or 1.0

artymarine123

18

6 yearsSteverogers11 (3605): Traded it

A question on this beauty

atrembley

4

6 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @atrembley You can submit it for a red label with a grade. You do not have to submit it for an ART label. The text on the label would read something like “Signed by Jae Lee. Sketch on cover.” Note that they are two different statements. As @SpiderTim said, they will verify the signature but they won’t say that the sketch was done by that person. Something like this book ...

Have a subscription at your LCS? Why?

stanley_1883

26

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): All you gotta do is ask and Rich will make it happen brah

Vin Diesel starts Day 1 of Bloodshot Production

kaptainmyke

6

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2c693f68ca75ac1f6609980733cad879.gif

Question about grading.

AzarathComics

2

6 yearsSteverogers11 (3605): Don't think it affects it. Could be wrong 🤷‍♂️

Hulk 181 Grading Help Please

stanley1883

12

6 yearsMR_SigS (11124): The spine on my 7.0 doesn't look as nice as yours, so I'd say 7.5

EBAY DISMAY

ONLINE_209

10

6 years00slim (17954): Absolutely call e-bay. They should have records of everything. I purchased a statue that was delivered to a some other address in another state. The seller’s account was promptly deleted. E-bay refunded me within an hour.

some dude who bought from me has buyers remorse? PayPal.

Gabriel85301

9

6 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): Yeah I am taking it back. It had a small bend that didn't break color. I'll take it back, and get it pressed.

Collecting vs Speculation?

Zarbongo

47

6 yearsDarkseid_of_town (14297): More than helpful and thanks for the thorough answer !

Any Illustrators, Pencillers and Colorists here?

stanley1883

7

6 yearsstanley1883 (46): Thanks all, right now we're looking to hire a colorist specifically, and are looking for someone who is familiar with Chiaroscuro. We have a 1 comic that is all but done, just needs coloring, and a second that is being written currently, and are looking for the artist for that.

Current Pull List

stanley1883

21

6 yearsstanley1883 (46): Ok so heres my take so far. Mera: Queen of Atlantis is great, seriously awesome. Well done DC Die! Die! Die!- I'm underwhelmed by the first issue, Kirkman's never let me down before so i may give issue 2 a chance, but issue 1 was meh, felt like the same old thing. New Lieutenants of Metal- super fun and campy book, has a great playlist with it, just a fun comic for those that also like hard rock, as Boy Band Nation are the...

Problems with billing!!

Rafel

14

6 yearsteacha777 (1180): Try the email addy

weird myibidder message

xkonk

3

6 yearsxkonk (17876): I thought that was a possibility, but I don't know what I would have done to get banned. I pay promptly, leave feedback, don't have any negative feedback myself. Maybe he's unhappy with a deal I got?

Expanded and Modern Shipping?

Themaxx35

5

6 yearsnikki666666 (1463): @Themaxx35 when you go to checkout, you can choose from there. either the standard option at the top will be for the whole lot or under each section as an indiviual price.

Condition vc Encapsulation

stanley1883

9

6 yearsBroker1 (763): Well said!

Best Frames for Slabbed Books? UV Protection Wanted.

00slim

12

6 yearsHelric1 (7362): I haven't looked at their website for a while but they used to say that they could make pretty much anything you wanted. If you want a double contact them and see if you can get it.

Venom #4 (2018)

kaptainmyke

11

6 yearsDrogio (7992): Lots of damaged copies. I did find a couple 9.8 candidates. Thor GOT #6 has taken off. Can't find any in local shops.

Larger cases

mightyestmatt

4

6 yearsshrewbeer (13263): New slab Magazine slab Census Registry From what we’ve heard in the past few years from employees, I would say its safe to assume they will come to fruition in the next decade. That’s about as close as I’m willing to assume on that 🤷🏼‍♂️

Gold Label Haunt #1G and Image United #1M signed question(s)

ReaderMJ

5

6 yearsReaderMJ (1): Thanks for the input, I appreciate it. I am curious whether the 32/100 affects the book.

Venom Lethal Protector grading?

Flip1987

24

6 yearsFlip1987 (52): Dont worry!! Í will not!! Í got a 2 copy from The seller, he will send me one for free since he told me that this one was inmaculate. Second question, do infinity gauntlet be graded if it is 9.0 or above? Note The books that í grade are all for me, since in europe people dont care about comic books...at least not as EUA. And people do not care about slabs...lol

Help Me Decide

00slim

19

6 yearsconditionfreak (11292): There ya go! Great decision.

1st Appearance of RIOT? Venom: LP #4 or #5?

kaptainmyke

15

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): why doesn't venom meet spider-man? why doesn't venom have the spider on his chest because of it? so lame.

Rob Liefeld signature from 1991

smeninc

10

6 yearsX51 (14750): I'm thinking that the one character on the cover is in shock that the cover is drawn so poorly. What is this topic about? Don't bother telling me. It has to do with Liefeld and I'm not interested.

She-Ra first comic appearance

ONLINE_209

24

6 yearsGAC (75224): She-ra the character was introduced sometime in the mid 80s. I can't imagine this 2014 book is her 1st appearance. That's almost 30 years to make it to comic book form. Seems strange.

Best Vendors to Visit at SDCC?

00slim

24

6 yearsthelastbard (1282): @CatmanAmerica yes and yes, ha ha... In the however many years I've gone (14? I don't know), I've only stayed in a hotel once, even when I ran a booth. I did live closer until a couple of years ago, though.

I was about to list this Todd signed Spawn 1 Newsie Raw, but . . .

00slim

9

6 yearschameleoncolors (491): I would do it. And the McFarland sig looks legit. Go for it, also love this book!

How much of an impact will pressing have on my comic?

mattmurdock

15

6 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): @Drogio Word is that only 1% of Image Comics distribution in this era were newsstand edition.

How much will this affect the grade?

mattmurdock

5

6 yearsmattmurdock (1): That's good to know, I thought it would be more serious given it's a modern book.

Hulk 340 Wiacek Signature?

TranthamJ

15

6 yearsKingNampa (6756): @TranthamJ here is the data to prove the point. 1st screen shot shows 9.8 unsigned VS. 9.8 wiacek signed. They sell for the same price on average! 2nd screen shot shows a Todd signature sells for about $200 more than unsigned :beer: Unless you are a huge Wiacek fan, you are wasting your time. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/60371f533e68e9a4a383a9db04a7515b.jpg ...

Diamond damages... An ongoing epidemic!

JLS_Comics

12

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): In the video in the OP, he talks about a possible solution. Instead of 2 medium boxes crammed in to a large diamond box at 50-60 lbs (enough that the USPS person doesn't want to carry it) do just one with padding between the medium and large. Shipping costs will go up a little, but the other costs will go down and so will the frequency damages (which means lost sales, storage costs, etc). Most damages on the books come at the corners where...

Ant-man and the Wasp

JLS_Comics

32

6 yearsxkonk (17876): I liked it. They kept the good tone from the first one.

Complete white cover over Batman 50

VictorCreed

8

6 yearsrobertofredrico (747): Someone asked CGC on Facebook about this "extra paper" thing and this is what they replied: Blank sketch covers and books with foil/acetate covers are usually shipped with an individual piece of wrapping paper attached to the staples for each book to prevent scratches and scuffing. Despite being initially attached to the book, it is not considered an actual “part” of the book, and would be better described as packing material....

Another Comic Bubble Thread

JLS_Comics

18

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): @BLBComics Here is the direct market video I was talking about. The next one is about corner and UPC code boxes https://youtu.be/e02lpwvl-QY

Update payment

NickNack

2

6 yearsDarkga (4787): Contact customer service: Phone: 727.803.6822 Toll Free: 844.870.2227 Email: customerservice@cbcscomics.com

Bulk Shipping Help

stanley1883

7

6 yearsstanley1883 (46): Thats my current mindset, unless i find a preferable alternative, hence my post.

Grading Notes

cawummel

5

6 yearsIronMan (6255): What Homer said. Until books are marked as shipped grader's notes don't show up. Stuff around the time of the move is...inconsistent. I too have some books that have been in hand for a couple of weeks but still show as in shipping - not shipped. So no notes. It's not hugely important to me. Certainly something I can wait on several more weeks while CBCS deals with more important issues. A month from now I might call if still not moved to ship.

Problem to get grading notes

BatCatMan

4

6 yearsDrogio (7992): Anyone have a cgc account that gets free/unlimited grading notes? I have a comic that I had them grade, but didn't realize I didn't have rights to my own grading notes after my paid membership run out (BS if you ask me...I paid for it at the time). PM me if you're willing to help me out. No need to disclose your Superpowers publicly here!

Issue with slab that came back, who do I contact?

Nick2181

16

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Also, for the hairs or plastic fibers... try opening the side of the slab with your thumb and index finger and blow a can of compressed air inside of it. It will shake the loose material out of the case. I've done this twice successfully now.

How bad did i hurt this key FF 48

BeRealBro

23

6 yearsbrysb (12491): Yeah, I NEVER use resealable bags and I NEVER open a taped up bag without ALWAYS removing the tape first. I learned that lesson years ago when I ruined an old early 60's copy of Batman when the tape stuck to and ripped off part of the front cover!! HORRIFIC at the time! :(

LCS Recommendations: New Orleans and Mobile

DWeeB1967

1

6 yearsDWeeB1967 (12393): I'll be spending a few days in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Mobile, Alabama soon. Can anyone recommend any excellent comic shops in either of those two cities (or nearby)? I collect Silver Age and Bronze Age, primarily, so stores with a large back issue selection from those eras - graded or otherwise - would be most appreciated. Thanks!

Stan Lee's "Fat Diamond" Bulletin?

JLS_Comics

3

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Yes! That's it - It's been quite a while since I read it; I erroneously recalled it mentioned Whitman. Thanks for posting it, I've been looking for it for a couple days!

Conventions for April-May-June

Gabriel85301

47

6 yearsdrchaos (29096): That may be why I do not use GoCollect.

Looking for, Seeking out, Searching, :)

Gabriel85301

1

6 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): I jumped up on those True Believers a little too late, I have been buying in lots of 3 or 4 per title. If anyone of you out there got a bargain on any of issues, or can point me to the right direction, let me know. I'm pretty much gonna pick off MidTown at the end of this week (like I did with Captain Marvel, Ms. Marvel TB issues), but I still have a list of about 90 more titles too go.

Grading Opinion XMen 94 Please

stanley1883

3

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): 4.5

CBSC Booth at Events

shimabuku

8

6 yearsshimabuku (49): Thanks for the info guys! Appreciate it.

Shipping/Mailing Slabs from US of A to Canada?

Gabriel85301

10

6 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): I'd rather pay 10% and sell a book for generally more on eBay, than sell for less on Facebook. I buy from Facebook groups/auctions, I can't see how selling on Facebook groups pays. I do know a couple of dealers who sell cheesy copper/modern hot books on Facebook, for more than the book sells for on eBay. They don't run auctions, they just have dedicated followers who overpay, not knowing any better. I could sell like that, but it'd...

No Luck Selling Comics Looking For Feedback.

Wizardrex

23

6 yearsWizardrex (7): Thank You! This is the kind of response I was looking for.

Hulk 181: Why The Sudden Inflation?

00slim

16

6 yearsrobo_beardo (38): But, are you interested in selling one? Haha

Signature Grading Prices

CaptainCanuck

7

6 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): Ya, it was private witness. I think I got gouged because he was my only option.

Westworld tv show (Spoiler-Free!)

kaptainmyke

26

6 yearskaptainmyke (27079): The Ghost Nation episode was better than the Shogun World episode. I am loving the show and I hope the finale does not disappoint.

Professor Marston and the Wonder Women

stanley1883

6

6 yearsstanley1883 (46): I liked it. I'm not gonna spoil it for those that have plans to watch it, but I though it was certainly interesting. Definitely worth knowing about at the very least, especially for hardcore Wonder Woman fans.

Trading meet-ups in Dallas, TX

kash

8

6 yearskash (220): That's the fun with having the trading meet-ups. You don't really know what you want until you see what other people brought. Then you surprise yourself with what you will trade for that book you didn't even know you wanted until you saw it.

Comicpalooza drop off, no notification yet

lucaslytle

4

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): I submitted two books under two day w/ pressing. They’ve already come back to me. I also submitted a bunch under modern & I haven’t even gotten a received notice yet. Hoping I can get through to Customer Service at some point in the near future.

Status Updates?

robo_beardo

11

6 yearsrobo_beardo (38): How long were you waiting? (And what type of submission was it?)

What grade would you give the GA Batman?

kash

7

6 yearsobiwan1971 (243): According to CBCS website highest grade for detached cover is 3.5. I have a Batman 13 with a detached cover a bit worse than yours and mine was graded 2.0. Yours should be 2.5-3.0

ASM 800 Hughes Variant

bsh

17

6 yearsLoiselle313 (103): Same thing happened with ASM 700 as well as ASM 1 (vol. 3). I had several copies graded 9.8, be it standard copies or retailer exclusives. They all had binding issues at the corners. It is a manufacturing defect and just a result of Marvel not using a thicker/heavier card stock for the cover. IMO, because it was a $10 book, and should have had a thicker cover. DC is know ln for putting thicker/heavier card stock on their covers of books...

Autograph verification

Kalistyles

19

6 yearsKalistyles (22): Thanks for the help and responses everyone.

Keya Morgan Arrested (finally)

JLS_Comics

17

6 yearsDrogio (7992): This is crazier than condition freak's story! Poor Stan. Based on the reports it sounds like he's struggling with memory loss amongst other old age issues (sight/hearing). I know it's his life and he should ride it out the way he wants to, but whomever takes care of him from here on out should be encouraging him to consider no more signings and reconnect with those who really care about him. I know Trinity had a personal signing in early...

CBCS Census and/or Registry Update? Round 3

RyanHicks

20

6 yearsRyanHicks (1974): as CGC registry deadline is coming to a close this week, it has reminded me to check in and see how things are going with CBCS Registry? I know the move is finishing up this week so hopefully we will have some news soon (as in actual soon not #soon)

Editing/Canceling an Order

robo_beardo

4

6 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Yeah, unfortunately I’ve heard the same thing from others. it might be due to the current move from Florida to Texas. Fortunately, there isn’t much of a rush for you to mail in your books after you’ve submitted an order online.

Valiant/ Bloodshot question

Enelson

15

6 yearsX51 (14750): Can't answer. I would guess 25%, but that's just a random guess.

Bulk Purchase

stanley1883

19

6 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): In this scenario, you can usually cherry pick.

Just got Amazing Spider-Man 800 Shattered Variant...

Squack

21

6 yearsWraith (2115): now looks like sold out/ or almost sold out- just a few copies left - in all the secondary outlets i found it in . this is a book to have if can get hands on it i think.

Need help with Bloodstrike #2

daywalker

6

6 yearsdaywalker (3708): Cool!

Gamestop to sell comics

stanley1883

17

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): LOL that sounds about right

Encapsulating Orientation option/suggestion

fivestar

13

6 yearsBabaLament (2961): @X51 Under normal circumstances, I agree. However, with flip books & wrap-around covers, I think having the option to request which side face the front of the slab would be useful. Granted, on a wrap-around, I’d have to submit two copies of the same book & have them both slabbed in order to display the entire piece of cover art with them side-by-side, but some people would do it. I love comic art, I’ve used it to decorate my home....

Recent Comic Book Pickups: Showcase Them In A Haul!

JLS_Comics

9

6 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Thanks @BrianGreensnips, much appreciated!

WTB: Looking for TMNT Archie comics 60-70

kaptainmyke

3

6 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): I also (had) a full run in NM; sold it about 10 years ago on eBay. I got around a $100 for it, give or take $20.

Best option for Grading??

fivestar

10

6 yearsfivestar (62): Well, sounds like the consensus is not to bother with grading. I'll just find another book for Stan to sign and either sell this one or keep it around to admire (the rest of the cover really is in great shape otherwise) Thanks for all the feedback!

Is This The End For The Walking Dead?

JLS_Comics

19

6 yearsX51 (14750): I do too. It'll never die. It's like a zombie or something.

Online comic shop to CBCS?

Savage_Spawn

12

6 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): You guys are good!!! It is Graphic Fantasy #1. Tracking shows it should be here by the weekend. I'll post some pics.

Margie Comics ISO

AtlasLad67

3

6 yearsAtlasLad67 (52): Now I found it and it's a beauty.

Explainlikeimfive: Stan Lee sig. values

Enelson

32

6 years3JJr (205): Thanks for that, McCoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dr6FiWxjYd4

1st comic appearance of Jango Fett?

jedijohnson

5

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): I thought there was a Quentin Tarantino film about a Jango something.... Unlocked? Unharnessed? Unshackled? Something like that...........

Slabbing Low Grade Keys

00slim

22

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): haha a sliver of a grade mostly

Question for those who sell on ComicLink...

Darkga

14

7 yearsHomer (1010): 4-5 years ago I consigned some books to comic connect to be auctioned, they had trouble collecting from the winner. So they diverted the problem to me and I did not get paid, took until September to get a final payment from there March auction. Never again.

Protecting Jeweled Comics

fivestar

10

7 yearsfivestar (62): Looks like 25 swarovski crystals

Color Touch Removal anyone?

KingNampa

25

7 years3JJr (205): Unfortunately, removal is highly technical, unless you want to throw good money after bad and have a resto-removed book return to PaPa in a purple label anyway. What the amateur who applied the color touch on the DD 1 didn't take into consideration is the feathering in fibrous areas. The ink soaked outward, beyond the perimeter of the fissure the color touch should have been contained within, which resulted in the otherwise well-matched...

On Site Grading questions

weavedawg74

7

7 yearsweavedawg74 (1): Thanks for all the replies. Kinda bummed that they won't be doing it this weekend as I have several books I want slabbed, but waiting 3 months to get them back sucks a lot. And I can't really justify dropping 40 a book to get it back within a week. Oh well, I'll have to suck it up at some point i suppose

Do Archie Comics have 3 staples? Effects Gr?

kaptainmyke

5

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I sent you an invoice for my A-Tax but you never paid me.

grading questions

drchaos

13

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): The first book is a comic from the late 60s or early 70s. The second book is a magazine from the 1960s.

Best "keys" to get for under $400

Enelson

44

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): That listing is flat out ridiculous. Besides the fact that the seller wants $200 for a raw copy of a BS self appointed "pedigree collection", I really....nah, that's pretty much it. Really just surprised to see a seller in Florida hawking a "pedigree collection" drivel...that "originated" in a town about 4 miles from my home, in Cherry Hill NJ. If anything remotely resembling a pedigree collection magically...

Key Issues

CaptainCanuck

8

7 years00slim (17954): I sell a couple things a week & rarely get them. Wish I got more, that’s for sure.

What grade would this go to?

Randomdoge

3

7 yearsRandomdoge (21): Yea i was gonna submit it and add a pressing to help it out some more. The small cut its very small the first pic i zoomed in quite a bit the only ways to see it is if you're looking really close into it or touch it a bit and by touch i mean you'll feel a small bump

Anyone hear about this or can verify?

RyanHicks

69

7 yearsDrogio (7992): I considered them given their prices and turn around when I was first researching where to submit comics for grading. because I'm proficient with eBay, I did some research and noticed their slabs did not fetch the return on investment the others did...also, I believe this forum helped confirm some other issues with their practices, mostly inconsistency in grades. PGX also offered signature verification which cgc didn't. So if I didn't...

Which comics to submit

Randomdoge

25

7 yearsRandomdoge (21): @doog yea i really dog skottie youngs art i also have the one shot of her well two of em i was thinking on that one being graded but i feel theres no Point for that one

What'd I miss?

Enelson

2

7 years00slim (17954): Odd, I don’t see any movie hype or anything either.

Best Gloves For Handling Vintage Books?

00slim

17

7 yearsdpiercy (4821): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0d24924b936a7008f7d14998a69c0e60.jpg

Submitting multiple comics in person

Randomdoge

16

7 years00slim (17954): They should definitely be able to take ATM/Credit.

Unknown Comic Books - ASM #800 Exclusive

GanaSoth

28

7 yearsDrogio (7992): "And here's the kicker...we'll call it a 'fan appreciation variant' so they think we're doing something for them, even though we are charging them $20 for basically the same comic they just purchased!! It's brilliant, I tell ya!"

Simple misprint or Variant?

fivestar

9

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): It is fairly common. I found out about this book a year or so back, have seen quite a few white stripe DD 1's pop up since than.

eBay may start taxing all transactions

KingNampa

44

7 yearsVCBE (97): It's over 200 "AND" over $20,000 then a tax comes in or else it's considered a Yard Sale. Also, you can see 2 times a year at flea markets with no sellers permit...

Miracleman #1 1:200 Variant

GanaSoth

24

7 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @conditionfreak You got a good argument focal piece there. Both came out in 1954...

The Punisher = War Machine

GanaSoth

27

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): clickable text

Anyone have a Locking Mailbox?

GanaSoth

31

7 yearsIronMan (6255): Steve beat me to it. For most people it's the best choice. If you work the same hours the post office is open that can be a problem, but otherwise a PO Box really is best. If you are concerned about theft, a PO Box greatly reduces the number of potential suspects. As for hating your post office - I can't say what yours is like. But I go out of my way to be charming and nice. Learn their names, find something nice to say. These people are...

Avengers 4 Will Be called? (poss. spoilers)

JLS_Comics

28

7 yearsKatKomics (30267): West Coast Avengers....Great Lakes Avengers??

What’s with the lawsuit against CBCS?

bige31

17

7 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): This thread is officially locked. I don't think anything posted was in any way meant to be malicious but there were some things implied in posts that have now been removed. I'm highly recommending that no new threads on this topic appear.

Inscriptions and VSP

czarnickolas

5

7 yearsczarnickolas (28): @CopperAgeKids You've always got the best advice. The simple market analysis here is enough to keep the book as is and redirect my grading moneys elsewhere.

Infinity War Discussion !!!!SPOILERS!!!

stanley1883

162

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Awesome they confirmed the soul stone theory and the orange planet sky

The Batman Who Laughs #1 First Print - eBay

GanaSoth

5

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): Naw. I am only attempting to collect 9.8's of this issue. But I admit, the price is right on this one. For now.

Witching Hour - Complete Set - on eBay

GanaSoth

31

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): Your listing did fine. Your goal was to sell them. Don't think you got less than you might have by CAK mentioning "full OPG." There's a word for those who price everything at full OPG: curators. Curators work at museums. And do not discount the value of not having to spend the time piecing them out to "maximize your potential." The vast, vast majority of the books...#20-85...even in high grade...are $1-$3 books, at best....

Spider-Man 800 - Another Black Costume Cover

GanaSoth

9

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I paid about $100 for mine too

New Characters & your feelings towards them?

GanaSoth

40

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): DC did it 60+ years ago...just another in the long line of DC ripoffs by Marvel... https://www.comicconnect.com/data/Image/gallery/det1.8939a.jpg

Cobra Kai! The YouTube Red series is up

JLS_Comics

3

7 yearsOGJackster (52527): Sounds good. Thanx

Proof We live in Parallel Universe ?!?

GanaSoth

1

7 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Stan Lee died in 1980 ! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/27c50d2045ff29bc86907657faf214cd.jpg Of course its APRIL FOOLS on the cover ! I never seen this comic before.

Any Ebay codes

Thearrow

10

7 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): didnt work on anything but a bunch of junks. no comics to say the least

Return shipping for overseas people

Newbie

11

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): There is no reason go use any companies other than CBCS and CGC; all the others are not reputable. As far as subbing books to CBCS, or CGC, for that matter, the most cost effective way to do so is to sub the books through an Australian CBCS Dealer. Shipping is cheaper, and you get their dealer discount.

New Ant-Man And The Wasp Trailer

JLS_Comics

31

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Yeah, I may have missed that rumor but I was sure it was only a matter of time in til Black Goliath was introduced into the film or Netflix MCU. I snagged my copy out of a long box sidewalk sale for $2, about 3 years ago. All the boxes were totally raw, not bagged/boarded. Got a few other goodies out of those $2 boxes; including an Action 521 (1st Vixen) that I gave a spit shine and press to...got a 9.6 from CGC. I spent a good hour...

Third Printing Virgin Variant Limited Print

kaptainmyke

7

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c6292590eb95e316af23203985c934b1.jpg

Ebay Sniping Tools

drchaos

173

7 yearspoka (25000): Sorry - missed a “if”. Comment edited

You guys remember Old Hulk TV Show?

GanaSoth

17

7 yearsgman (673): dual purpose! :-*

Grading and signature verification help

Newbie

3

7 yearsBronte (38865): Not sure if this is an option for you, but if the book is for personal collection and you dont get a satisfactory answer to whether they have the signature on file, why not wait a few months and check back? The book will survive a few months in a typical comic bag.....

Retroactive on-site signature verification?

czarnickolas

9

7 years1243782365 (503): Interesting

Spider-Man Merging with Venom again ???

GanaSoth

26

7 yearsDJC_II (1829): @thelastbard lol you have a saying for this? that's pretty amazing please explain

Help me Identify a Specific Hulk Comic

GanaSoth

10

7 yearsGanaSoth (9659): Yeah I remember it was a strange portal world leading to other adventures/worlds. It was endless possibilities.

Grading help/should I press

Enelson

43

7 yearsEnelson (6289): @CopperAgeKids called it. Shipped today, I fast passed, because I'm impatient. Got a grade bump from 9.0-9.4. My first pressing experience has been worth it!

Superpowers Question Part II

RyanHicks

6

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): Depends on my age at the time. Today, 50-50. Ten years from now. I go for the glory, 100%. Fifty years ago, 2% chance for random superpower. ANY superpower is a hit on TV and stage.

Let's Talk About Stan Lee

JLS_Comics

57

7 yearsX51 (14750): At the 6:57 timestamp, Jim Shooter talks about Stan Lee. There's a gap where he talks about Valiant (you can skip ahead), then he talks about Stan some more at the 11:00 timestamp. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlXCzuaryUU

Liefeld pop-up witnesses?

Zarbongo

14

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): @drchaos Congratulations on the facilitator status! I'm still relatively new to the AW side of things (almost a year now), so I have a road to travel before I'll hit that side of things. No rush! I'm also not getting a HUGE amount done.

Proper Comic Classification Help!

Sornom

11

7 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @kaptainmyke Why the ? I was showing him the differences in the two comics and the one he has is limited to 3000 copies.

The Power of Free Shipping?

00slim

47

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Mike is right, screw free shipping. The problem with free shipping is that it is not free. Not free for the seller means the buck will be passed on to the buyer, in turn the BIN price of all of a seller's books is raised by $5 to $15, depending on weight and value. Hell, even on cheap books, free shipping makes no sense. If I sell a raw worth $20, I can't eat $5 to ship the book...even buying bulk cardboard mailers at .50 cents each,...

Ninjak vs The Valiant Universe Series

JLS_Comics

10

7 yearsLogan510 (2415): If they ever get made. I got rid of all my Valiant books when the first wave of nuttiness hit.

Birds of Prey movie

Enelson

10

7 yearspoka (25000): That book is on my list- just not never bought it

Who is the sketch

donho

16

7 yearsdonho (665): given to me as a gift. and I liked it

New with CBCS - Issues with CGC

GanaSoth

52

7 yearsGanaSoth (9659): @dpiercy The picture you circled here shows the inner well with the tray that holds the comic in place. This what all the CGC books should have inside the slabs but don't. In the pictures I provided for example; just shows poor execution on CGCs slabbing methods... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/7d328696b832e05011a7530cb7c66f4f.jpg[/quote] This is my CGC comic with no inner well tray......

Recommended Inkers and Colorists?

dielinfinite

31

7 yearsX51 (14750): This... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/ff8c24ad19f9861bf7786ecbe6fc2555.jpg

Steve Borock interview - move to Dallas

Jesse_O

141

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): @ComicHaulics Drop a comment when you check it out, let us know you stopped by

Tips to keep your Comic safe during signings

GanaSoth

13

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): nice. take that google seo!

Stan Lee Signing book mess up

MrBamBam2u

21

7 yearsBabaLament (2961): @Hanginglimbs Yep. Left side, middle of the book; "Authentic Stan Lee's Collectibles, a serial number, and "Excelsior Approved." Any of his pre-signed stuff on the table, or direct orders from Stan Lee's Collectibles, is gonna have the sticker; at which point CBCS takes it to the woodshed when grading. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2a502b5a293d2412def6edde494e8c5d.jpg

Let’s see those free Promotional comics!

kaptainmyke

241

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): awesome

Submitting to CBCS at Conventions

czarnickolas

19

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Well, yeah....you can't be SURE of anything. But WRT the bit about them being too tight, you're dead right about that. I use "recycled" mylite2's on all of my submissions and "recycled" full backs. Brand new M2's and full backs....you simply cannot fit 3 full backs and a regular (cheapo as in noy not acid free BCW silver age Size board as a space buffer, with the concave side reversed) ....into a standard M2.....you can...

Reholder into an "Art" Slab

Drahcir

5

7 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): IIRC to do it would essentially be considered a re-submission not just a re-holder so it would run $18. Like Jesse said though, double check that with Customer Service.

Y: The Last Man

JLS_Comics

10

7 yearsdpiercy (4821): I read it; good series.

East Coast Comic Con

Gabriel85301

3

7 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): Sending PM! :)

Fingerprints

Enelson

25

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): @DocBrown has the right idea. Here is the one I use frequently. $18 on amazon prime, and it has both LED and UV light switches on it https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CUOC8VS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/f699b7fc8c0a384e07885f44cc66ee33.png

Lexington comic Con -- order status question

CLT

11

7 yearsCLT (59): I said I would update so ... I had two orders that I dropped off at Lexington, KY comic con 3/10. One order was marked "Received" on Monday 4/2 and the second order was "Received" the next day.

#0neperfectcomic

Enelson

20

7 yearsX51 (14750): If the thread were about Jim Shooter being hired to create comics I'd have more to say on the subject. Jim's biggest talent was orchestrating a universe of interconnecting titles AND the creators employed to do the work. Some companies have hired him as a writer, but I'd like to see him in charge again. I'd like to see him build a long lasting universe and manage the properties, not act as a fill-in writer to lure older readers for a story arc...

Which book would you have Stan sign?

czarnickolas

19

7 yearsMarcJ (364): I personally would have something signed that he wrote or where he appears on the cover. For the "collector" in me, I'd also have a copy of the same book without the signature, but again, that's just me. If you want something much more "unique", look at the stuff Stan wrote that isn't "hero" related. You'll be very surprised I would suspect once you find out all the stuff he's done. For example, did you know he...

Ebay Bucks!

kaptainmyke

16

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Actually, your offer of $400 was not even close to "lowball". The seller was asking the moon for the book at $1000. I was curious so I looked it up in GPA.... Last CGC SS Steranko 9.0 in GPA is from 2015, at $ 310. CGC universal 9.0 day GPA is $ 330, last cgc universal 9.0 sale was at $360. That said...you paid what I would consider to be slightly below FMV or FMV. IMO, it is a solid $425 slab. The seller...

... About that Comic Book Bubble...

JLS_Comics

51

7 yearsSteverogers11 (3605): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fd2b2d7a45b1e25309cb5b192a6be353.jpgi just got one

CBCS's new VSP process? Same sig list or?

Darkga

6

7 yearsSpiderTim (3371): I didn't now all that info from CSA! This is a great post!

Who Is The Red Goblin?

Drogio

45

7 yearsWraith (2115): ah. I Had no idea

Psycho Killers

Tdog13

6

7 yearsTdog13 (692): Thanks for the responses everyone! I will check out your recommendations.

To Press?

00slim

10

7 yearsX51 (14750): I wouldn't even consider it with that much of a miscut. I avoid books like that in general. Fear #19 would be an issue that I passed on buying for 20 cents. I can't see myself spending anything on it now.

Best price/place to buy mylars/full backs

Thearrow

10

7 yearsDrogio (7992): I wait until theirs an eBay coupon 15-20% off... then order EGerber through eBay. But Amazon offers about the same price within a few $$

What kind of hit on grade would this be

QuaBrot

6

7 yearsdoog (8483): Might seem unfair, but my experience with both companies is that golden age books take less of a hit on this than silver and newer. Less of a hit on pretty much everything, so maybe 1 grade.

Stan Lee signature princing help

sl4wt3r

27

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): The ones that made sense to have Stan and Joan were Peter and MJ images... Seemed more common when they showed up on the Stan Lee Stuff site (stanleestuff.com). Aside from that, I don't get the point. $600? Noooooo.... Even at a 9.8. Half that? Maybe. It would depend on the book itself aside from that.

Nick Spencer / Ryan Ottley taking over ASM

JLS_Comics

27

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): @bodmer71 I get a kick out of those when he posts them on IG. :)

Interview: Alterna Comics' Peter Simeti

JLS_Comics

1

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Yesterday I had the opportunity to chat with Peter Simeti, the founder and publisher (and really everything lol) for Alterna Comics. He gave some really great insight in to the life of an independent publisher, getting books in to store via diamond and via their own recently launched direct ordering system. Alterna are also championing newsprint paper, $1.50 pricing, and keeping the newsstand market alive. We also talked about the movie...

WONDERCON 2018

dsalangsang

15

7 yearsThorneArt (1919): I will be there in Artist Alley (C-14) and will had Sketch Covers available to be submitted for grading or Art label.

(PGM) 1969 DC WONDER WOMAN #180 Triple Cover

kaptainmyke

12

7 yearsCLT (59): @OGJackster Thanks...My sis got me that Jedi Bumble years ago for Christmas...press his hand and he plays the Star Wars theme.

Marvel Spotlight 8 Grade Me Please

anthonybischoff

1

7 yearsanthonybischoff (118): Hello Guys Please grade my Marvel Spotlight 8s and let me know if they would benefit from a clean and press. 1. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/cad14224ad59a64753e791bc5005016e.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2c0bf604a8dd2387bf24a0a85c4f9971.jpg 2. ...

Claremont Sig Suggestions?

00slim

10

7 years00slim (17954): I'm gonna go ahead and send a few bucks along & have all three signed. If he decides to waive the fees, cool. If not, an extra $10 is worth it.

Spectacular Spiderman with 2 comics inside !

Tony

24

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Cool thanks brah

Opinion

Topsykrets

4

7 yearsLewdog (28): Will Darkseid be in the New Gods movie? Wouldn't that kind of mess up the next Justice League movie if they make one? I mean after the JL beat Steppenwolf you would think Darkseid would come to avenge him right?

DC Saved Marvel in The Silver Age

JLS_Comics

7

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Thank you! I’m glad you found it interesting Honestly I wasn’t sure people would be as interested in this side of the hobby as me but I’m happy that people are

Misprinted Comic

BeauMershon

34

7 yearsScorpion (1016): hard to find are the ones with a Quintuple Covers on them, and yes there are very rare. i would one day like to own a key issue with more than 3 covers. not mine also there have been comics with 5 covers. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/3e3fba40ccde50e1f17fd62a9f153c5d.jpg

CBCS Census and/or Registry Update? Round 2

RyanHicks

40

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): [b] I could not agree with this more. Same as above. Never mind the fact that I am unable to do something as simple as quoting 2 posts without a syntax error.😩 To avoid further butchered misquotes on my part, I will just add an emphatic "Amen, Brother!", in response to MarcJ's post (post #17) in this thread.

Jim Lee & J. Scott Campbell SS?

KingNampa

2

7 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): They're both scheduled to be at Megacon May 24th-27th. http://megaconorlando.com/

Please mark comics as shipped for notes

kaptainmyke

8

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Yaas.

Received cracked slab

Ynkyboy

4

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @DavidM lol, my mistake. Updated

CRACK IN A SLAB

ONLINE_209

7

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2c693f68ca75ac1f6609980733cad879.gif

Comic Book Recommendations

kbutcher

13

7 yearsX51 (14750): Yes. She's been practicing in different styles and mediums. I'm trying to coax her into publishing an art book. I don't want to fill up the messageboard. I can't get her to draw a comic for me.

Best way to ship to CBCS?

Thearrow

6

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): Hand it in at the con for the win.

Liefeld Takes Extreme Universe To Netflix

JLS_Comics

24

7 yearsX51 (14750): I think he did a bad swipe of this cover. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/9f784e13deb60266b0043eb21fe6c989.png

Same Book, 3 Different Labels

dielinfinite

12

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): It looks like CBCS has quietly changed their mind and updated the title to “Wizard Ace Edition: Amazing Spider-Man #129 #nn” which males a lot more sense than their previous decision

CBCS Membership Points

esaravo

6

7 yearsxkonk (17876): That's my understanding as well. Your membership is for a year, the coupons are for a year. As for points, I noticed that mine dropped at some point too. I didn't have many, but now I have fewer. I didn't use them, so I don't know where they went.

When should i contact customer service

donho

15

7 yearspoka (25000): @SteveRicketts :D

Any Luck Selling Expensive Comics in Forum??

DWeeB1967

89

7 yearsVCBE (97): Still have the book? Books? Let's Deal...

Should I open my ASM 700 for signatures?

ronvaughan

12

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): This really is not a hard book to get. Cracking this one for the cigs you want is probably your best chance at 9.8, and you can always get another one if it downgrades. Unless its a newsstand. Then its certainly not pocket change, and at 9.8 you’d be crazy to chance the downgrade.

My Order Is Going to the Wrong Address

jaked6698

90

7 yearsdet_tobor (814): Hey, look to see if it earned enough frequent travel miles for a trip of your choice. "On the road again......"

Comic Con Revolution 2018 - West Palm Beach

JLS_Comics

12

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): I sort of feel like they committed after reading about Chris Claremont's presence. Surely they'd get some submissions and a crowd draw from that one guest

Art slab for a reproduction?

00slim

4

7 years00slim (17954): Appreciate the info. Bummer it won't fit in a slab, though.

Artgerm on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever!

JLS_Comics

22

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): There is indeed a new number one on the way. This new volume will take place in the Galactic Empire of Wakanda and pick up on the seeds that were dropped in the Marvel Legacy one-shot

Orange Teen Titans 12 second printing?

kaptainmyke

9

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I think it looks pretty cool. My initial thought was my NM87 being red instead of orange. Thanks guys! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e03380c1221c453df863640a5df48890.jpg

Comicxposure

Topsykrets

8

7 yearscomicsforme (4100): I had the same problem with The Comic Mint one time but they fixed the problem.They delivered all new set and didn't ask for the damaged set.3 b&w covers.Take a look.They all came back 9.8s https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/56174f44c5bfe58434567aa3a66bb66e.jpg

Give Me A Grade X-Men 101

Khumbu

12

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Nah, that is a production crease on the BC. It'll have a negligible impact on the grade, if any at all. There is also a smaller production crease on the FC, right under Cyclop's eye.But that also won't effect the grade.

Grading Question

QuaBrot

20

7 yearsQuaBrot (2018): @CopperAgeKids wow - great memory! Yes, that was me. I haven't sent anything in for grading (or pressing) since then - I keep buying and don't have the money to press/grade. Built up a nice pile of books for Joe and the 3rd party graders!

Please grade my Hulk 181 good sirs

kaptainmyke

68

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Very tiny tear. Yep.

Question about Grading

Drahcir

5

7 yearsIronMan (6255): My guesstimate to the OP's question would be 2.0-3.0

Help Grading my Iron Fist #14

Drahcir

12

7 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): 7

How Would CBCS Handle A PGX Sig Book?

00slim

8

7 years00slim (17954): Thanks, @SteveRicketts. 👍🏼

Best investment

Comicnewbie

212

7 yearsEngineJoe (178): Hey bud, you looking for a raw black error cover venom lethal protector? I’ll part with mine for the right price lol! Pm me if interested.

Is EBAY gone crazy

Buzbe

17

7 yearsLunarshade (190): Cryptocurrencies will reduce Paypal fees and be the clear choice to use as a payment system.

Submitting Original Art

3319

2

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Yeah you need to use the same comic book form. For Series you’d put something like “Artwork on Paper,” Issue Number and Publisher can be “N/A,” and you need to add a year. Make sure you have the “Original Art” box checked. Just remember, unless you’re a CBCS Authorized Witness or went through the procedure for the artist to submit the book directly to CBCS on your behalf, your book won’t qualify to have the artist’s name...

Can any body help me id this?

donho

22

7 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): I'll be working at the CBCS booth at Plant Comicon, stop by and say "hello" if you have time. ;)

Action comics 1000

Comicnewbie

5

7 yearsDrogio (7992): Here come the store variant exclusives! Bulletproof the first to announce with a Dell otto cover. No pic yet (below is the metal #6 cover) but I'm sure there will be virgins and convention exclusives. Metal #6 by Gabriele Dell'Otto will begin pre-sale on ​Feb.15th @ Noon Eastern standard time! ​We will also reveal the Action #1000 cover by Dell'Otto on this date! It's one of his best! ...

Shipping to UK

DarthMoore

29

7 yearsRedshade (1113): @SteveRicketts Thanks for the reassurance Steve.

X Men

Comicnewbie

7

7 yearspoka (25000): Unless you are go8ng for the ridicules priced 1:1000 Variant the Campbell variants are the ones you wish to get

Detached Centerfold

hockeymonkey605

6

7 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): Woah. The first thing I thought of when I read the topic was some playmate who was questioning her life choices.

CGC Green Label to CBCS Blue Label

c2t2merch

43

7 yearsDrogio (7992): Don't you just want to crack that open so you can hold it in your hands (very gently)? If you're selling it, sure...slab it....you'll get the most out of it. But this book should be held and admired page by page. How many people on this earth get to hold that issue?

Old vs New.

Comicnewbie

11

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): In my experience older CGC cases allowed for more movement of the books within. if they moved around too much it could have damaged the book within the case. For example I had a ASM 300 9.4 from 2001, CGC case. I was going to crack and press it but I noticed the corners were dinged pretty bad from years of moving around in the case. So did a reholder instead. I think a lot of reholders are done for that reason. Cgc cases today pancake your...

If CBCS Presses & Re-Grades a Red Label?

00slim

17

7 years00slim (17954): Personally, I'd fast track both Grading & Pressing either way.

Best Toploaders for 11 x 17 Original Art

jrs

8

7 yearsX51 (14750): I like the "inert" nature of Mylar. :)

Marvel Spotlight 11 should I press & clean

anthonybischoff

12

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Yep, those stains will not come out with a cleaning and regardless of how nice the rest of the book is, with those stains, it's probably topped out at 8.5.

More desirable

Comicnewbie

18

7 years00slim (17954): It's harder to find Spidey 129 in high grade. I'd definitely pick up a nicer one than my 4.5 if I could, but that TOS 52 upgrade I did recently drained my comic book fund for now. That is, until SDCC in July.

Detecting Resto - UVA vs. Black Light

Drogio

9

7 yearsDrogio (7992): I'm thinking of this light. clickable text

Good price?

Comicnewbie

20

7 yearsdoog (8483): That is true, only rarely is a slabbed book cheaper than a raw, if your eye is good. I got my she hulk for 100 raw, got the 9.8. That was another $25 or so, now I hold for more years. Still, have not doubled my investment immediately, based on eBay sales prices so did not meet my goal.

It's official. Dan Slott is leaving ASM

JLS_Comics

12

7 yearsdpiercy (4821): I loved the Hammerhead vs Doc Ock storylines: 113-115 & 157-159. Particularly enjoyed the ghost of Hammerhead arc as a youngster.

Grade my x men 19 please

anthonybischoff

12

7 yearsZosoRocks (2134): If you really like to be critical, add in corners, defects, and really just about anything. Then divide total by # of categories. You'll get a ballpark. Because when you do send one in for grading, they will be doing the same critical look. It's all subjective. :O)

Shipping to Italy!

FrankItaly92

6

7 yearsFrankItaly92 (4): thanks for the help guys! Tomorrow I'll call a post office and I'll try to solve the problem. I keep you updated

Grade me please x men 11

anthonybischoff

8

7 yearsRedshade (1113): Worth grading? No. Worth collecting/reading/saving? Yes.

WTB GIANT SIZE XMEN HIGH GRADE

KingNampa

66

7 yearsesaravo (98813): @KingNampa - There is a gorgeous CBCS 9.4 on Mycomicshop.com for $2,150.

CBCS Points

Gabriel85301

16

7 yearsGAC (75224): .

ETA on Magazine-Size Encapsulation

c2t2merch

23

7 yearsScorpion (1016): just messing with you steve, i do hope it all works out and that we can start the Encapsulation of Magazine-Size books. ill keep my fingers crossed.

Venom Lethal Protector #1

Comicnewbie

10

7 yearsDrogio (7992): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/39a1e230c16f6846378b05996c4fd62d.jpg

Bottleneck

Stu

52

7 yearsThorneArt (1919): Oh Man, I a LOVING those UK editions! Thanks for sharing

Hand washing

QuaBrot

29

7 yearsOdins_Raven (2389): Purell those puppies!

Why I left CGC !!!

Tony

89

7 yearsPixx_L (13): Safe space? Like avoiding challenging yourself with the work of actually knowing what you think you disagree with? I'll leave that need to those on the right. And that's really the point here. I see it over and over again. Posturing, ignorant right wing man-children that parrot the nonsense of whatever their preferred charlatans told them. Maybe go back to spamming your pics of prized comics to irrelevant threads, you're certainly not going to...

Good Places to Promote Your Ebay Items?

Pixx_L

4

7 yearsSpiderTim (3371): Its a facebook group called "Ebay people taking over Facebook COMICS" so just type that and you should find it.

Chandler Riggs Sig

ONLINE_209

12

7 yearsspfd18 (50): Ultimately it comes down to your personal preference. However if it were me, I wouldn't have him sign a WD #2. If anything, I would only have Kirkman and Moore sign the book. That way you only have the two creators on the book, and make a profit off the book if you want to flip it. (Yes I know there are those purists out there that believe if a book is signed "it's ruined forever!" 😂. And that debate will rage on till the end of...

Ebay question - possible scam?

drchaos

13

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Tell him you want to talk on the phone, if he is serious, he'll send his n FWIW, I highly doubt eBay would do anything at all, besides emailing you with a warning. Kicking sellers off is something eBay only does if buyers complain about fraud etc. They make steady coin off sellers like you, it is antithetical to eBay's way of things to suspend sellers who cough over hundreds of dollars a month in fees. If you are still not sure, call eBay...

Received a book ungraded

76muss

10

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @76muss A notification, not necessarily. If the order was input to not encapsulate if verification fails then they’d just be following the instructions on the order so it may not trigger a need to contact the customer. As for a refund, they might not refund the verification fees seeing as the verification work was done. I do believe the grading fees should’ve been refunded. That does require the order going back to the billing...

When Will We See The New Mutants Trailer?

JLS_Comics

36

7 yearsneyko (538): And hopefully original. That trailer is bland as can be. Is the story that unique or that bland?

The reason I left CGC !!!!!

Tony

9

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/bbfa417706108bff4302eede25428e5b.jpg It happens, brah.

The Gambit Movie Just Lost Its 3rd Director

JLS_Comics

8

7 yearsGAC (75224): hopefully fox never makes this film before Marvel takes over.

Trying my hand at grading - how'd I do?

powerfist23

9

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): Yea, like I said. Plus or minus. "ish". 7.0/8.0 All the same. Ballpark. All just a best guess situation. Given the grading history of the OP. As a buyer. Pictures are what counts when dealing with someone who does not have a history of grading prowess. I do appreciate a sellers best guess, but I would expect that to be just ballpark at best. The problem is: fear of leaving something on the table. I get that. I just...

TOS 52, Help with GPA?

00slim

34

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Sweet looking book; super color and eye appeal. I'm jealous! Nice table too. Thx for posting pics. :beer:

Opinions/Suggestions?

Broker1

8

7 yearsBroker1 (763): Thanks for the input. I had about 20 of these books and half had the staining. Ugh!

CBCS employee question

adamcare

6

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): lol I think we'd all like to know be funny if it was just a reallllly good legit photobomb either way

Brian M. Bendis' First DC Project Is...

JLS_Comics

4

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): I am going to go broke when action 1000 hits the shelves, and none of them that I buy will be worth a damn thing 20 years from now 🤣

1st Appearance of Mortal Kombat in comics?

ComicHaulics

12

7 yearswhowill (431): Still looking for the hologram one.

Pricing original art

jrs

18

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I think it matters more when mass producing a print or book of a copyrighted character, instead of just one panel or sketch.

Marry Detective 38 with cover?

tbone911t

10

7 yearsCaptainCanuck (6120): @esaravo I think in this case “Def” was used as an abbreviation of “Definitely”, not “Define”. Useful “info” nonetheless 😉

Adam Hughes Cover Alert!

JLS_Comics

3

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): I love it. no wait ... ILISM!!

Your 2018 “Want List”

JLS_Comics

78

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): I'm in save mode for my Hulk 181, just doing market research right now. I'm probably going to shoot for a lower mid-grade copy. I feel like that fits within my budget the best. It's got to have the stamp and present well.

Identify Mystery Paul Gulacy Original Art?

kaptainmyke

16

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I'm totally open to selling it for sure

Long Beach Comic Expo

Bujinwraith

9

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): As long as you're not Con-intolerant... That's harder than gluten intolerant.

How to send private message to user ?

jimjackjett

9

7 yearsdet_tobor (814): NORM! Everyone knows the name. 😇

Walking Dead #2

ONLINE_209

8

7 yearsBigRig (2006): Slab to preserve that's about it

Grade Question

powerfist23

21

7 yearsSquack (673): If the tatooz are removed from the ASM 238, which is probably why the extra staple was added, then the book might be considered incomplete (not necessarily the graders, but by the collectors). If tatooz were added to the book, then it is already restored (much like marrying a cover to another copy). The damage is done, and removing the staple will not help.

Question

Topsykrets

6

7 yearsTopsykrets (255): Thank you everyone for the help I will take everything into consideration as I fix my blunder lol happy holidays

Comic markets; The best times to sell?

Odins_Raven

12

7 yearsDrogio (7992): +1. I'm feeling a little guilty this holiday season...I think I've spent more on my own comics than on my wife. But I can't turn away the deals I'm seeing this month!

Rusty staple (And migration) affect on grade

QuaBrot

8

7 yearsdoog (8483): 8.5 is probably the best you can hope for, but, roll them bones if you can! Then let us know. Had a 9.4 but I sold it, I personally like the 199 cover better for my wall.

Happy Holidays to my CBCS Fam!

JLS_Comics

11

7 yearsKaleljll (406): Happy holidays everyone!

ECCC

Khumbu

5

7 yearsJohnjakewish (81): ECCC isn't listed in the "news and events" section for march and CBCS is at a different con on march 4th :-(

Ebay Question

drchaos

5

7 yearsJustABitEvil (2325): I feel my "Don't buy comics on eBay" policy validated almost every time I read a thread on this forum...

I'm sure it's a temporary but, thoughts?

00slim

147

7 yearsTedsaid (7340): You mean like when you said I had low morals? Or held me responsible for civilization going into the crapper? Or when you said I had "an uncanny ability to put [you] to sleep?" Things like that? Or maybe when you said I was intellectually dishonest? Or "very condescending?" Or claimed I was ... what was it now? "Intent on obsessing" about you? Or when you said X51's "true colors are showing?" Or...

Question: Jungle Action 10

Negrito68

10

7 yearsNegrito68 (82): I agree as there is nothing special about the book & was just made aware of the Marvel Value Stamp, as I see no reason for its exaggerated value. Thanks for all the responses

Order Tracking info

Tommy49

3

7 yearsTommy49 (19): Wouldn't be that difficult if they are scanning a barcode at each step in the process. They could also track individual employees performance and productivity.

Best Place to buy Polyethylene and Mylites

ronvaughan

21

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): You can get 200 Mylite 2 #775 size and 200 full backs that fit that size for $73 before shipping from E Gerber. I like that they are shipped in 50 count packages so that they are sealed up until I get to the next 50.

Date Stamps

Gabriel85301

32

7 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Im absolutely OCD about condition, and probably to a fault.

Alterna Comics Graphic Novel "Metaphase"

JLS_Comics

1

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Tonight on my podcast we will be talking with comic book writer Chip Reece about his graphic novel Metaphase as well as Alterna Comics, his "home" publisher ... the same folks who brought back the newsprint paper! We will be live on YouTube starting at 8:30PM EST(ish) but it will be available to stream via iTunes, GooglePlay, Stitcher, etc., beginning tomorrow. Please let me know if you have any questions for Mr. Reece or - if...

Avengers: Infinity War!!

JLS_Comics

61

7 yearsDrogio (7992): Jealous.

My Turn to Ask for a Grade Opinion

Drogio

11

7 yearsKhumbu (199): It's funny, from what I can tell it is a book I would normally grade about 5.0 - 5.5 or so in my store. I just don't like those large color breaking creases. It also depends if the "punch thru hole" goes into the pages. Although I would be very careful to mention that flaw, it may be considered "pieces missing" by the grading guide. :(

Replaced Staples on a Comic

Drahcir

2

7 yearspoka (25000): removing staples would be noted with normal blue label with a note conserved or staples replaced

Comic Connect users come on in.

shiftins6

31

7 yearsesaravo (98813): I would be happy to give you my PayPal address to take care of that for you!

Computer power question?

Savage_Spawn

40

7 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): @IronMan Thanks Iron, I had looked at different Acer tablets/laptops using various reviews but had missed that particular model. That would cover a lot of ground freeing up cash for various other upgrades. At first I was leaning towards a 2 in 1 but the price, reviews, and 15" screen makes your choice the leading contender!!!😎👍🍺

Justice League Movie

QuaBrot

12

7 yearsScorpion (1016): i think ill will pass on this, I didn't see but all my peps say, dont wast your money on it. so with that said i will pass,

what color is this shoe?

kaptainmyke

11

7 yearsDrogio (7992): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/9c356eb048b879a3fa9c657961e0b9f0.jpg This thread reminded me if this TNG episode.

Amazing Spider-Man Newsstand Collectors!!!

canadianspiderman

8

7 yearscanadianspiderman (25): @kaptainmyke is the man

The official StocktonCon program

ONLINE_209

6

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): I appreciate you taking time to look and see if you had any

$5000 To Spend On Comics..?

tonnage71

91

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): Open thread to view post.

Double book (not double cover but full book)

ComxDlr

6

7 yearsHomer (1010): If a comic is produced with two covers and one of the covers is missing, its incomplete as it could of been gently torn out and discarded. You do not have to bend the staples to remove an inner cover. If a standard comic book with a single cover, ends up with multiple covers its considered a double cover. They do check to see that the multiple cover is original to the comic with staple placement and staple conditions.

Walking dead Batman- autograph identificatio

Darkdams

8

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): that was humor btw

Gal Gadot Salary

KingNampa

35

7 yearsteacha777 (1180): doh!..I was leaning more towards Superman anyway since I have a better book and Dan Jurgens will be there....but a hug from Gal would be :heart:

Help showing 50+ "My Comics" listings

vacomicon

2

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): It’s a long-standing bug in the website that it will only show your first 50 comics on the My Comics page.

Worth it? National Diamond,Mark Jewelers ed.

Odins_Raven

7

7 yearsX51 (14750): It's the same comic, but you get more for the money. I think they're neat. I wouldn't go out of my way to find one.

Anyone Else do Original Art Sketchbooks?

Khumbu

16

7 yearsJohnnylray (2675): I have a few Sketchbooks I bring to the cons..and even go crazy and MAIL away to the artist..here is one of my faves...the Later Trimpe... http://ca38f2f64c092db1d9fc-186abfcfb693e2b32af73ed969b61012.r66.cf1.rackcdn.com/c9e83f989b5d9db33fdd2734fc06de82.jpg

TO BE GRADED

ONLINE_209

10

7 yearscomic_book_man (1978): @BigRedOne1944 That is correct, 2x the price but 1/30th the turn-time (2 business days vs 60 business days) :beer::cool:

Re-Opening my store?

Khumbu

4

7 yearsKhumbu (199): I am doing better now. I can at least pick up my long box to go through it. Comic Book Collections I recently put up a Incredible Hulk 181 Weird War Tales 1 (Northland Copy) a couple of Alias #1's, one signed by Bendis and Mack both ungraded unfortunately. Still listing as fast as I can. I know I have a bunch of Vampirella's in storage and some mid - upper grade Avengers which I hope to have up soon!

Would I be making a mistake?

harmonicaman

10

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): @harmonicaman Could you post some pictures up here?

Netflix's First Comic Book

JLS_Comics

11

7 years00slim (17954): I'll say this, I'd read a "Stranger Things" comic book.

Newsstand or Direct Editions?

CEPubDude

41

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Some do. Like this one. I cant find an online pic of the back, and am not gonna get up to pull one at 130am, but the barcode is top left on back https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2f2f4e3bb261b9c2b3293f46f86bc854.jpg

IMO Probably the worst investment

KingNampa

59

7 yearsOxbladder (1287): Yep. That's what it comes down to. While I have never paid anywhere near that much I have, according to realized prices, "overpaid" for some books. I'm sure lots of people have so it is all relative and desperation can wildly influence some people's choices.

Need Assist in Verifying Signature

Negrito68

3

7 yearsVictorCreed (517): Might help to see the sketch as well.

Rise and fall of comic prices

bige31

30

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): This right here actually proves my point, and the rest of this posters idea, that the 9.4 he bought for $50, should somehow be worth around $200. He paid virtually the same price that a Top Rated eBay seller would get for a raw 9.4 copy. Even a eBay seller like myself, who has all of 269 positive feedbacks, with no negatives or neutrals, could get $50 for a raw 9.4 KJ 1st print.

Cover Contest Week60:Demons, Witches, Ghosts

JLS_Comics

32

7 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): Will have new theme posted shortly

Can I submit items to Beckett now?

Tommy49

12

7 yearsrobertofredrico (747): Q: Is it necessary to get my CGC book reholdered every 10 (or 7, or 12, etc.) years? A: No. The CGC holder is designed for long-term preservation and provides superior protection for your books. A properly handled and stored CGC-certified book can last for generations. The CGC holder is made from high-quality materials and is entirely archival-safe. The inner well that holds books, for example, is comprised of PETG, a plastic that is well...

The Gifted

JLS_Comics

35

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): It IS bad. I bought the entire season on Amazon to stream. Watched 3 episodes and I'm sick of it. Wont watch any more. Been watching Dark Matter instead, and that's not a very high budget show..

Reholder Question

KingNampa

10

7 yearsSquack (673): The status of "Grading" includes printing the label, heat seal and encapsulation, which are all apart of the reholder process. Showing grading simply means they are in one of those parts of the process, but the detail is not know to the dashboard.

TWD IS FINALLY BACK!!!

Zombiebigfoot

34

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): maggie cut her hair again

Solo: A Star Wars Story

JLS_Comics

33

7 yearsTowmater (10537): @Logan510 That's kind of vague. Might even be very questionable. Kind of cryptic when you don't know the whole story. Least that what I read somewhere. :beer:

CGC says "GOOD MORTY" is 1st appearance now.

kaptainmyke

498

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Sorry I dont see the aggressive language, you may be taking things a bit too personal. I just dont see the point of the same "they are all likely real" argument over and over again. Nobody has shown any pixelation or printing quality difference between the two slipcases, nor the cover insert yet; only that certain pieces are either there or not (feet, UV text). My point is, the argument that they are real based on printing quality...

Turn Around Times?

chadpdodge

117

7 yearsLogan510 (2415): Think of it this way, it could be a lot worse, you could be a factory worker in North Korea.

How Would This Affect Grade - Bindery Tear

peterscomics

5

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): Assuming the book is a 9.8 otherwise, as you say, that's a 9.6 type flaw. 9.4 or lower is much too harsh for that.

[Q]First Appearance Info on a Label

Drahcir

8

7 yearsDrahcir (456): Thanks Steve

Latest Stan Lee Comic Box

tonnage71

1

7 yearstonnage71 (730): Looks like the comics are shipping soon, but does anyone know which four titles are included in this latest batch? Thanks in advance!

Signature Question

TheDarkKnight

7

7 yearsonlyhulk23 (195): oh yes red label for vsp my bad

Billing question

staind743

2

7 yearsspaulus (486): I'll have someone call you. Thanks

Mylar bags

TheDarkKnight

4

7 yearscseale0223 (767): I use mylite 2 standard size. Works great with Moderns.

New Comics for Wed Oct 11-Legacy, Oz, & More

thelastbard

21

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): Darn, and I was thinking about buying a regular cover, too... Maybe I still should. Again, not like I'm going to take the stamp out, but if collectors are going to stamp hunt, that could help the value. I mean, uh, not like we buy comics for their later value, right? Cough cough...

Free Digital Comics and a dumb question...

CEPubDude

13

7 yearsspaulus (486): At the request of CEPubDude I modified the title of this thread to "Free Digital Comics and a dumb question" Carry on!

CBCS Test

SuperSaiyanBlue

43

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Thanks, but you may be giving me a bit too much credit. Either way, there are only so many tools that can used, to accurately grade a book. CBCS and CGC have flatbed black light scanners, for instance. That, and a high end loupe, is all that can be used to grade a book. In conjunction with a second grader,who grades the book indepentently, neither of the two graders knows how the other grader called the book. So you have 2 well...

Anyone use the latest Ebay App?

Helric1

9

7 yearsHelric1 (7362): Thanks! I'm interested in selling features too, so good to know

Just Finished DK III: The Master Race

00slim

14

7 yearsOrbitCityComics (1483): Read the first half and gave up on it. The pacing seemed a bit off. Miller's best days are behind him. This will not go down as a Miller masterpiece.

Waited 17 Wks for 14 Books, Sides Not Sealed

brigand80

30

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Just want to add that PETG and PET are completely different chemical compounds, not even close to one another. The inner well, PETG, can breathe. Not enough for you to notice if you tried breathing through it, but enough that the chemical off-gassing doesnt build up inside the well. Good point. If only. It's not restoration, its conservation. People should be far more accepting of the latter, rather it should be celebrated on GA...

One-Shot Battle: Marvel Legacy vs DC Rebirth

JLS_Comics

16

7 yearsdet_tobor (814): I'll take a cherry uncola, thank you.

[ - THE FRIDAY NIGHT THREAD - ]

kaptainmyke

65

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d7294be027eaece0a1887cf0ecd0aa33.png

Customer Service/Receiving Following IRMA

spaulus

1

7 yearsspaulus (486): In response to some feedback we have received regarding our response time in Customer Service and submission entry rate in Receiving I feel it is necessary to post the following statement: Due to Hurricane Irma, we are experiencing high call volumes and you may experience longer than normal wait times for Customer Service. Right now our current email and call volumes have nearly tripled our normal amount. We sincerely appreciate your...

Newsstand Variant

canadianspiderman

26

7 yearsNilesPaine (1147): Comics are like Pokemon, ya gotta catch em all. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/432f522ea8e00aa4c41c7471be6399f1.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/566d2da97d845f1a2449dce4eb6066c8.jpg

Reward / membership structure?

ComxDlr

4

7 yearsComxDlr (34): Just checking if anyone knows if this was ever updated? I dont see any changes to the Membership tab.. it says the reward program is coming in 2016, but its about to turn 2018 (just in case someone needs to know :) ) I am still deciding whether i want to start up here, and i'd like to do some VS books.. but not sure what to think of the membership/lack of membership/reward program.. etc.. Seems like things go slow in this industry.. not...

Help me with a grade

TomD

22

7 yearsPre_Coder (19856): Agree! I think a good press would snag at least a solid 2.0

Batman Day 2017

Zombiebigfoot

20

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): Those are all cool. Hope they end up existing. Harley's the greatest Bat creation of the last 50 years. Yeah, I know what I'm saying. ;) I just wish they'd keep her as a blonde. I don't like the red/black combo.

Friday says "Happy Friday"

JLS_Comics

16

7 yearsthpike (364): @kaptainmyke nice! I don't have an Xbox anymore. I might get a retropie at some point though! I just watch the videos after someone has beaten it lol

CBCS Verified Signature Program questions

ONLINE_209

16

7 yearscomic_book_man (1978): @dielinfinite thank you!

House of Secrets 92 Cover Only

Magellan

55

7 yearsMagellan (332): @shrewbeer Very true!

Tape Repair Never?

shanbo5150

6

7 yearsDocBrown (16887): That's got to be it. Brilliant deduction! :D That's what I'm saying! ;)

Average grade of title-less comics!

bige31

9

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): I kinda/highly doubt it would be an "INCOMPLETE" designation, on the label. The book, aassuming the back cover is as sharp as the rest of the front cover, looks to be in the Fine range. My guess is it would fetch a 1.0. Boy Commandos is a notoriously poor/slow seller, the grading fee would be a deal breaker. However, lower grade GA books by S & K , do sell around Overstreet in raw GD 2.0 and under. It is at least a $30 book...

If I did a sale like Conditionfreak . . .?

00slim

105

7 yearsThemaxx35 (2536): I think it is a good idea. I just wish it could be pinned so it doesn't keep getting buried. I would check that thread routinely throughout the day.

WHO KNEW IT ?

ONLINE_209

10

7 yearsTowmater (10537): I heard that CBCS knew it.

ebay buyer accuses me of switching labels!

kaptainmyke

382

7 yearsRexMuff (4588): Completely agree

Hellboy!

JLS_Comics

23

7 yearsinfinityG (1280): @Thanatos nice! i don't have that issue sadly. @NilesPaine you're welcome, enjoy man! :cool::beer:

Kamala Khan

Gabriel85301

9

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): I bought this at auction earlier in the week. The label says first appearance: http://www.comicconnect.com/data/Image/gallery800/all78.1a.jpg

Processing Time?

XxSpideyxX

13

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Normally, once an order has entered grading, it only takes a few days, depending on the number of books in the order. I usually expect a week or two from getting the grading notification until the books have shipped and the grades are available online.

CBCS OA / VSP submitter's reference

ZosoRocks

17

7 yearsOGJackster (52527): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/1d10bf271e1bb0dfa2675889bdee4baa.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/7615ea4a5fe4c61d6aff010302930d08.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fd625515e2f5498d7661b434ca7b4ab5.jpg Not slabbed yet but here is the COA. SCOTT SNYDER

Secure Storage Options Question

tonnage71

15

7 yearsBollldog (7): I did work with an appraiser to verify the grading of each comic and have pictures of each book. That was back in 2012. Since the collection value changes from year to year I let Nostomania provide the estimated value for insurance purposes. I have an endorsement for comic book collectibles that was added to my homeowners policy.

Metal Aspen Variants?

Zarbongo

15

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Those covers are almost too pretty to be scribbled all over. :(|)

Netflix Millar

neyko

6

7 yearsNilesPaine (1147): Chrononauts for the win. Buddy time jumping comedy/action?? Easy sell and there's so many time periods to choose from the seasons could go forrrreeevvveerrrrr. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/f23c224b72fd6d83cf7296dec7b011ac.gif

Marvel Value Stamp Sticker

JLS_Comics

11

7 yearsArchie10cent (16): I'll pass on the Marvel stickers. I am done with all the variant craze at this point. That is for younger generations. I had did my time back when MVS stickers were inside BA comics.

Best dark comics?

Hanginglimbs

28

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): I like Outcast by Image.

Is this legal?

Savage_Spawn

14

7 yearsIronMan (6255): I do. I used to sell then on eBay. But a local comic store run by a friend lets me sell them there now. Much more practical. They are kinda bulky and you have to pack them like a slab (so lots of cushioning material) to avoid breaks and cracks. They sell easily though. Collectors use them for displaying comics. I've even seen people make up their own labels. "Terry's awesome ASM 50!"

Not sure what happened here

Stu

15

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): @Stu and you didn't have a grade screen set?

Deadpool First Appearance in Black?

seanw

4

7 yearsVictorCreed (517): 🍻 😃

Perception of CBCS Graded Comics..

KingNampa

63

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/85df9f8bddedb3c10172d55c4b6d4b77.jpg

Modern Speculation - Minimum Grade?

tonnage71

13

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKBRtdp2e98

FRONT & BACK ?

ONLINE_209

4

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): If Jake or Steve is watching, I still would like to have the photo option added to the shopping cart for reholders. Thank You.

WILL IT FIT FOR ME TO SUBMIT

ONLINE_209

4

7 yearsdet_tobor (814): Could you contact customer service to make sure of no other surprises?

BATMAN: Dark Nights Metal #1 printing defects

myxzeus70

10

7 yearsZosoRocks (2134): RIGHT ON! Thanks DL!

Comic book speculation

Krazywan

93

7 yearsthelastbard (1282): Very true! I get press releases on some things, which helps, but I also watch comic news sites, read Previews, and pay attention... What's interesting this week? Weapon X #7 is going to sell out and is already selling out. Generations: Mighty Thor "should", but may not. While the story will be great based on the creative team alone, there's a nod to 1M BC in there that is being talked about in regards to Odin and...

Blank CBCS label ??

mattness

30

7 yearsDrWatson (54356): It sounds like he farted on it to me. https://smileyshack.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/sfart_100-114.gif?w=93&h=150

i am asking for a friend literally

ONLINE_209

7

7 yearsVictorCreed (517): Same here. I have no graded books.. yet.

Letting go....

neyko

9

7 yearsWatcher (4166): lol...feel you on the black cat cover...it meant nothing to me so when a guy came by about a year and half ago to look over my books (because no one ever had at that point) I offered him 2 books for his time from my "no value" box of higher grade miscellaneous (8.0 - 9.2). he picked the black cat and the rocket raccoon ...I was like "phew"...take em...I hate those books. Now I'm like.."that slick bastahd"...my own...

QUESTION ABOUT STOCKTONCONS 2017 PROGRAM

ONLINE_209

4

7 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): My bad it is there, Thanks Jesse!

Some help grading

Mickee92

37

7 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): Its a learning experience Mickee, and you have already taken the first step in the right direction. Keep up the good work! John

COMIC SPINNER RACK FROM 1954

RareComics

3

7 yearsRareComics (1283): Thanks for the input! The Turtles is a 3rd edition, with three signatures and two Turtle head drawings IFC.

Who Else Went

ONLINE_209

8

7 years00slim (17954): Today's pick-ups: Tales of Suspense #57, solid 4.0, maybe 4.5. My only bigger purchase. Swamp Thing #8, VF-. Saga of the Swamp Thing #20 (signed by Wein & Tom Yates) VF. Chew #1 (4th print 😄, signed by Layman) NM-/NM. Kitty Pryde & Lockheed NYCC Exclusive POP! figure. I don't really collect these anymore, I just dig this one. Oh, & after the Con yesterday, we stopped in at GameStop. They had a Marvel Gallery Dark Phoenix...

OK WHO'S FAULT IS IT

ONLINE_209

16

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): The machines have already taken over. Try to find someone that doesn't jump up when their phone calls to them. Try to find someone who can write a paragraph correctly without spell check or auto correct. Try your hardest to drive somewhere you have never been before, without using GPS. See how often you change the TV channels without a remote control. Go shopping in town, using a horse and buggy. You get the idea. Thank God for the...

CBCS Case Swap video Real?

RyanHicks

606

7 yearsTowmater (10537): Fingers crossed that the thread gets locked http://static.skaip.org/img/emoticons/180x180/f6fcff/fingerscrossed.gif

Grader Notes Question ??

mattness

8

7 yearsHomer (1010): The inner well was scratched before the book was holdered. It's just a piece of raw material.

Avengers 4 - The 4 Fingered Tease

JLS_Comics

13

7 yearsIronMan (6255): Why would Kang be Fox property? Kang first appears in the Avengers.

ADVICE: Comic Priest to Marry Hulk 181 Pages

Darkga

19

7 yearsDrogio (7992): I prefer "Wolvenstein"

Question: Asterisk

Negrito68

10

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Open thread to view post.

Netflix has purchased MillarWorld

JLS_Comics

32

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): CBS tried to run around Netflix with the new Star Trek series coming out. They finally realized no one is leaving Netflix to watch their Johnny Come Lately service and gave into putting it on Netflix.

Value Restored vs Original for a Major Key?

Darkga

52

7 yearsRexMuff (4588): @burntboy , ouch dog

Spider-Man #1 Blue Lizard misprint

cbj102

27

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): When I saw the title of the thread this is the first thing that came to mind: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Q6-wMx-K8

What issue is this?

harmonicaman

20

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Of course that one of the issues the GDB provides no detailed information.

I can't upload pics

ONLINE_209

101

7 yearsrckstr1253 (1229): I cant upload pics now even with resizing. What is going on with the site?

Does Jim Lee still do con sketches?

Darkga

26

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/87dfce52f6be62f315b69280ad8ab8f6.png

Question for first time submitting

Dylan455

10

7 yearsgibbey (1): Okay, thank you. Like I said, I'm guessing this is just part of the process, but it just worries me that there's no update at all. I hope I didn't screw it all up. haha

Amazing Spider-man Newsstands for sale!

kaptainmyke

56

7 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): Welcome.

I can't upload pics ***PART 2***

ONLINE_209

15

7 yearsX51 (14750): I am on a PC, so I use Irfanview to resize images and keep my scans to certain specs. The only images I have a problem uploading are very large images. I usually have smaller resized images that upload fine. I've got a new site I've started uploading to and sometimes I post images to tumblr and then right click and copy image path to repost the images elsewhere. I have a dumb phone. I have no interest in walking around staring at my phone all...

I know it's rare but...

infinityG

29

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): I would buy it for $600 max

Diamond Select-Death of Eddie Brock Numbered

vabchgent

4

7 yearsvabchgent (490): @Trilogycomics they started at 250.00 . the last 2 sales on ebay are 300.00 2010 and 400.00 2015 . So the 50.00 to 100.00 sounds a little low. I agree the movie sucked, no doubt on that one. The history of when they were sold helps (I believe 2007). I personally like it myself as well. Thanks

Comic Handling - Protection

comic_book_man

35

7 yearsVillageIdiot (1336): Edgar Church!

Red vs Blue label: exclusively signed comics

Darkga

11

7 yearsDarkga (4787): Red label it is then... I'll put it deep in the to-be-slabbed box though. Thanks!

Mini Photo Studios - Comic Photography

comic_book_man

6

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): There are US sellers on eBay with these.

Press, or grade screen?

00slim

20

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Not sure if you are serious or not... But CFP is known to a lot of people as the best in the business lol :(|)

Points, Retroactive Points & Double Points

RyanHicks

7

7 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): $5,129 since last March or May. Do I win prizes? #soon or #notsoon. I'm hoping that when I get back from deployment, I can put these points to use.

GoCollect question

DarthLego

7

7 yearsThanatos (3201): Were the listings that got missed titled weird? Perhaps the program that pulls the data didn't pick up the right keywords necessary to add the sale to their database

Choices...

Zombiebigfoot

39

7 yearscomic_book_man (1978): Grats, happy bday sir!

ASM #300 Venom VS X-men 101 1st Phoenix

Johnnyonthespot

31

7 yearsDrWatson (54356): You can also go here to have something pressed: www.cfpcomics.com

Framed Art

VictorCreed

4

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): http://i.qkme.me/35ze3t.jpg

Cannot Seem To Cut A Deal On Squirrel Girl

00slim

35

7 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): I see 4-5 color breaks along the spine and a soft corner. While 9.4 might not be out of the question if the rest of the book is perfect, if it has any other issues that should keep it in the 9.2 range.

Does anyone else read Pestilence???

Zombie_Head

8

7 yearstonnage71 (730): I have enjoyed the first couple issues. Willing to give it a few more to see how the story plays out. I bought first issue of Unholy Grail and wasn't overly impressed. Might give that one a pass going forward.

DOES THIS REALLY EXIST ?

ONLINE_209

11

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): https://braveandboldlost.blogspot.com/

PSA: Invalid CBCS ID Numbers

DarthLego

7

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): I found two in my stash of eBay buys, Jake got them both fixed. Who are these people getting books graded and not checking their dashboard notes to even notice their invoices not getting closed? Us "normal" people are hitting F5 until the grades pop up after shipping.

Jake "The Snake" Fleming: AMA Thread

DarthLego

44

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Jake, any chance we can get the $5 photo option added to Reholders in the shopping cart?

GOOD IDEA OR BAD IDEA

ONLINE_209

8

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Not everything has to be done with a motive of value increase.

Mt Rainier Collection

keefriffhards

9

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): @JWKyle I don't think we need to worry about that, CGC wouldn't be caught dead cooperating with their sworn enemy. ;)

Daredevil # 1 Authentix sketch cover

Gaz973

12

7 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @shrewbeer lol no, I think that was a piece CBCS used when they announced the ART labels

Grade My Comic

keefriffhards

10

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): I hate to say this, but your best bet (if your intention is selling it) is CGC Qualified Grade with the green label, with Qualified service they will grade the actual condition without automatically calling it an incomplete 0.5, that sounds like what you want from what you said. I would also recommend getting it pressed unless the pages are brittle.

Official Spawn Movie Casting Thread

DarthLego

54

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): @therealtimmyp https://68.media.tumblr.com/77834914a1d5e75047d9b7f9a1189c4d/tumblr_o8xr7rJjRJ1r0k81ao2_500.jpg

Selling Digital Codes?

Themaxx35

7

7 yearsThemaxx35 (2536): I think some sellers have run into problems because they don't list them in the right category, which apparently pisses eBay off, or buyers lie and claim the code didn't work. I followed up on the issue after my first post. It looks like its not forbidden, but a lot of people have had selling privileges revoked for these two issues.

What is the best online price guide.

vabchgent

11

7 yearsvabchgent (490): Thank you all for your input, so many places to check figured at least one of them would be concise and not make me think a price for a certain book is wacked out or come in to low.

How much have I over/under paid?

Mickee92

17

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): I would recommend slabbing any book you intend to sell, unless the value is to low to be profitable.

Nightwing vs Deathstroke

Negrito68

5

7 yearsStu (825): Never go wrong with picking both up to add to your collection🤑

Opinion: 1973 Shazam Comic

Negrito68

7

7 years50AE_DE (6464): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/6d66aac49a0439f23ef04e3e29d674a0.jpg I agree. This book and #25 are books that will probably be valued higher than #1. Another book that may be a good book to get in the series is #27. I believe this is the first Bronze appearance of Kid Eternity.

Lets see if I burst i to flames....

Mickee92

26

7 yearsPre_Coder (19856): We'll soon see what Marvel has in store.

Please Grade my RICK & MORTY #1 ROILAND 1:50

kaptainmyke

47

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): I personally don't think they over print RIs by that much, they get the orders in from the stores prior to printing. My theory is they probably print to the nearest 100 to cover to orders. Of course there isn't any way to prove either way unless the publishers come out with the data.

Will CBCS honor these for Yellow Art slab?

DarthLego

2

7 yearsobiwan1971 (243): They should. I had my herb tripe sketch the same eat and just changed it over

#100moviestoseebeforeyoudie by @kaptainmyke!

kaptainmyke

203

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): You reminded me of "Shutter Island". A very good movie.

Western Penn Pedigree, who knows the history?

Krazywan

5

7 yearsJWKyle (3300): As far as I know or remember I don't recall a back story I do remember when Heritage started selling the books. It was announced in the scoop news letter around 2010 Western Penn's I remember picking up a few bronze age lots when they where in the Sunday auctions. They brought decent money and reminded me kind of Mass copies. And yes the Western Penn pedigree is not the Pennsylvanis's. Click the links for the backstories.

Ultra-PRO® Magnetic One-Touch® Comic Holder

DarthLego

13

7 yearsMightyMutt (103): The pressure on the book is actually not bad and the magnets hold fine. My issue was that the mylite was loose in the slab that if it got moved or handled the bag would slide around. The mylite does "fit" but is not a perfect fit.

Melissa Benoist - cover suggestions

DarthLego

76

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): On the plus side, Matt is going to submit my Jeph Loeb signed Batman 608 I had signed by Jim in for verification for me. So I'll have one of those red labels that's half witnessed, half verified.

How do I renew/upgrade my CBCS Membership?

Darkga

25

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): @KingNampa it's just like a digital coupon only without the actual digital part. :(|)

Best place to purchase supplies?

jrs

12

7 yearsantoniofett (2277): I unusually go to my LCS by check out this site. They have lots of other stuff too https://www.bagsunlimited.com

WTB: Amazing Spiderman #121 High Grade Pls!

KingNampa

23

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): Bought multiple copies, so have some extras. If anyone is interested? Paypal $750 free priority mail shipping in USA. $725 if you pay by check. What I'm asking is my actual cost to buy, just looking to break even. Let me know, Thanks! :beer: Both included: -Amazing Spider-Man 121 CGC 8.5 white pages -Amazing Spider-Man 122 CGC 8.5 ow/w pages ...

Desert Wind Comics ...

JLS_Comics

23

7 yearsSirtoddington (1012): They have them on their Facebook page

Charging

Hanknova22

3

7 yearsMef (1898): I will say that it took billing a couple of extra days do get mine through. BUT Mine was a con submission and I wanted orders combined, so if yours was a con sub too this could be the issue. If you sub at a con, they are automatically marked as 'received' but they don't charge you til they get them shipped back to the office as far as my experience has been.

Grading thoughts -HOS 92

vabchgent

28

7 yearsFUEGOMUSIC (397): This book has more tanning than the other one. However there córner creases are less. But it does have that stain. Might be a wash. However, make extremely sure that there is no color touch. Hope you have a UV light or check back cover to see if you see any bleed thru of color. Show a close up of the whole spine.

Nerdy Question for CBCS

Bluespeyer

6

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Hmmm yeah it should be "Sub-Mariner Comics" Perhaps the confusion is in that 3 stories in the issue are entitled "Sub-Mariner"

CBCS Census and/or Registry Update?

RyanHicks

79

7 yearsthpike (364): http://i.imgur.com/bUfr3Ee.png Our reply this week

Price increase?

Mickee92

7

7 yearsMickee92 (97): Really? You can pick one up for like £25?

Questions About Authorized Witnesses

ONLINE_209

17

7 yearsJesse_O (39314): mroman@cbcscomics.com

The Avengers vs. Infinity 1A

ONLINE_209

6

7 yearsconditionfreak (11292): Can someone explain to me what "digital edition" means? I thought it meant a comic you could read on a computer screen versus a paper product. Man, I am sooo out of touch with all of these newfangled gadgets. Does that notice on the cover mean there is a free floppy disc inside the book? :)

Sticky stuff ;)

Mickee92

16

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0551382b053a0f3f45e509abd34e5961.jpg

How rude.

Mickee92

28

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Be sure you take your pink tailed raccoons with you too.

Where Is Green Lantern?

keefriffhards

12

7 yearskeefriffhards (419): There is another auction coming up online I think it is Comic Connect.. at least it might tell me where prices on the books I want are headed...

What are these worth?

Mickee92

10

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Steppenwolf? Never heard of her.

Payment Method Question

LastExile

10

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): We started a Jake thread.

I'M MR MEESEEKS LOOK AT ME

kaptainmyke

175

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): Oh ok, we don't talk about it. Got it. ;)

Needful Things.

kaptainmyke

143

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): You asked for it, Jerry!

Darth's Most Wanted: Bounty Notice

DarthLego

32

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): So beautiful 😍

Question about the Crypt

keefriffhards

24

7 yearsbennyb86 (796): Yikes. I was going to say, except for the reprints the EC Horror titles are not cheap to collect. I finally shelled out a pretty penny to just get an original Tales from the Crypt (probably about 4.0) intact to just say I had one.

S.O.A FOR A FRIENDS BDAY

ONLINE_209

9

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): just to clarify my friend is female she loves Sons Of Anarchy and Ryan Hurst is coming to Stocktoncon so i was going to try and get it autographed for her

Market for Printer Plates?

KingNampa

22

7 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): I have the printing plates that Newsday used the day Cal Ripken broke the record. I have no idea what its worth but I turned down $3500. I know there were only 3 made for the newspaper. I have no idea how many are made for a comic. - It's cool but not for 100K.

COMICS THROUGH GROUPON

ONLINE_209

19

7 yearsThanatos (3201): I like that they sell it by the pound, that's so great hahaha. I would be much more comfortable buying a value pack that I get to choose the character or brand, thanks for sharing @Jesse_O

Grade Opinion Wanted - Fantastic Four #52

Darkga

28

7 yearskeefriffhards (419): If this was a Comic Grading pool I would say 5.0 to 6.0... probably not make me popular and I still am learning so all I have is a gut feeling...

Canvas Prints from China eBay ?

DarthLego

14

7 yearsX51 (14750): My girlfriend was selling paintings online. She said that china sellers were copying her work and selling them cheaper. She'd ship flat so as to not damage the painting. She said the China sellers would roll theirs up and people were receiving them damaged. I have no first hand knowledge. I'm just relaying what she said to me as a rant.

My credit card randomly charged by CBCS?!

KingNampa

21

7 yearsIronMan (6255): Yes, this is actually a good idea. I may do so.

Top loader Closure Clips

mattness

9

7 yearscseale0223 (767): @mattness nope didn't see it. I only seal my top loaders when I'm sending books to CBCS. So they aren't sealed to long.

Worthy dealer??

Mickee92

2

7 yearsdrchaos (29096): I heard that in the UK, a dealer is only worthy if presented with a sword by the lady of the lake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXmwK2-R2dY

Foxing vs. Staining - what do you think?

Tedsaid

19

7 yearsKingNampa (6756): Don't you wish you had the Eye of Agamotto? Buy a really crappy single page from an Action Comics #1 or a Graded .5 Amazing Fantasy #15 and then use the EYE to bring it back to 9.8. Muhahaha... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fecbb94773ffcdab3a80d04fc7f5f507.jpg

Collectorz.com Comic Collector

ONLINE_209

12

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): in Napoleon Dynamites voice "sweet" lol

Store rack ideas.

Savage_Spawn

24

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): thanks for the reply i am seriously thinking about using it

Worth much?

Mickee92

8

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): You did well, actually. Spidey 1 platinum has been trending upwards lately, with the Venom movie jacking up Spidey McFarlane books across the board....even regular Spidey 1's in 9.8 are selling close to $100 in auctions. Sub the Spidey, have it pressed. Check GPA and GoCollect for realized prices on Joker's. If any of them , especially the books with hotter covers, could be 9.6 or higher after pressing...have em pressed and slabbed. If not,...

Are CBCS cases generally loose on the sides?

BrandonTheYG

20

7 yearsIronMan (6255): Generation 1 CGC cases (used the first 16 years CGC was in business), CBCS cases and if anyone cares PGX cases all flex open slightly along the sides. CGC Gen 1 and PGX cases are ony attached at the corners via posts. CBCS uses clips near the corners. The result is the same. The sides can slight flex open. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing. More in a minute on that. CGC's new Generation 2 case is sealed shut all along the edges. It feels...

2 Day Tier Question

mattness

18

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): I have yet to sub any books to CBCS , and not get them back within the time specified. Last sub was a few months back, a single book , which was marked at 14 day service. I got the book back about a week AHEAD of schedule.😍😍😍

NSFW - Will CBCS Grade Adult Related Content

JayLefler

60

7 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): I've not seen the uncensored version of the Savage Dragon, but unless there are happy faces under the circles, I'm guessing it may not make the cut. The GWAR book will not be certified by CBCS.

Weird Colors with black light AMS 301

vabchgent

1

7 yearsvabchgent (490): What do we think the grade would be on a ASM 301. With lack of better words and under black light. Some light green shows up on the cover. Don't think its restoration and can only be seen under black light. Does not penetrate cover, Shows on cover but not on inside cover. No smell so not bleach-peroxide-lighter fluid or urine. Keep in mind the cover is totally white,could it just be reflection of the white cover-more glossy in some areas and not...

eBay Grab Bag Experiences?

KingNampa

11

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Reminds me of the "SUPER 8" lots from Dynamic Forces. Bunch of $5 comics and a $30 graded cgc 9.8 of a comic no one cares about. Waste of time/money/space/energy.

So annoyed with myself!

Mickee92

21

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Yes, I have damaged a few books with this stiff mylar with a flap. I quit using it and cut it open it to make it easier to remove a book if I receive it that way.

Gotham City Sirens - Casting thread

DarthLego

62

7 yearsAbsolute_Zero (1104): Ok guys sorry I did put my pick for Posion Ivy. Was at Denver Comic Con and just got back home about 2 hours ago. But i believe Adrianne Lee Palicki would be the perfect Posion Ivy. I will let the picture explain it plus she can act. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/706b9d06720dc0daec9df83b408510dd.jpg

Joss Whedon's Batgirl casting thread

DarthLego

33

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Good choice! http://st-listas.20minutos.es/images/2017-04/420675/5158231_640px.jpg

Trolled Kevin Eastman's wife w/ RAM meme!

kaptainmyke

17

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0c8098200beaad080be58b255fde0abf.jpg

Humidity Help!

TheImmortalGI

12

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): Very true. Lots of fun stuff here.

Cable.

kaptainmyke

28

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): f/s i/d/o mirror image from the dlr camera lens in preprod imo

Marvel Legacy Issue Number Guide

JLS_Comics

14

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://youtu.be/lL2ZwXj1tXM

Ebay Dreaming

keefriffhards

64

7 yearsmartymann (48466): Thank you for your kind remarks...maybe a display at a Comic Convention? mm

Trinity Comics Submission Question

Themaxx35

7

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): The grading price is $56 first book, $36 each additional book, and Matt said that was including fast past. I believe it was in the Jock signing op thread.

Valiant Fans Edition Solar 10

Despain

6

7 yearsX51 (14750): I seriously doubt they made any attempt to get copyright approval.

Astonishing X-Men #1

JLS_Comics

33

7 yearsZosoRocks (2134): There is....those who are just beginning to get into collecting. They see this and they get hooked..... like "Pokemon".....gotta catch 'em all! :o)

What Do You Use To Seal Your Mylar?

mattness

39

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): I like that sound but I cannot stand the sound of styrofoam rubbing against things. It gives me the chills. It amazes me how much more affordable E Gerber Myler is compared to BCW.

Wolverine #80 X-23 Debunked?

JLS_Comics

62

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/eeb35848a6d4a40d2f2bb6bd20956498.png

Grading Help - to sign or not to sign

Themaxx35

14

7 yearsThemaxx35 (2536): Me at the moment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fG9xzaFvz6s

Any CBCS Authorized Witnesses In Cali

ONLINE_209

13

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): that is true the books are for my personal collection until eventually i give them to my great nephew when he is old enough to appreciate them

Missing Back Covers vs Complete

keefriffhards

16

7 yearskeefriffhards (419): Open thread to view post.

LCS help

RRO

6

7 yearsWaddly (127): I agree about Eugene area LCS's. Twenty years ago that area was pretty good, but not anymore. Matt's Cavalcade in Corvallis is still pretty good for back issues going back 20+ years, but for personality and knowledge, Tony in Keizer is my goto store. Nicest guy you'll ever meet.

Ready for Jeepers Creepers 3?

DarthLego

14

7 yearscjbehr948 (170): Nope. I refuse to support anything involving Victor Salva.

Signature identify

KingNampa

10

7 yearsX51 (14750): I'm not disputing that. I'm just letting people know that it's obviously changed over the years. Jim Shooter seems to be spelling out his name more fully now. It might be because I started a running joke that I didn't know who "Shoop" was. Others picked up on it and I saw my joke comment posted elsewhere.

Stan The Man Lee

ONLINE_209

7

7 yearsONLINE_209 (1867): watch some videos on youtube and you can see some of the cool stuff that was signed

grading a book with both kinds of sigs

Comicbookzach

8

7 yearsJeremy_K (841): The date on the label lets people know that was witnessed (plus it's cheaper to slab)

Police chatter so other threads aren't....

Towmater

46

7 yearsHOGLEG (366): Great movie

tts barely breaks color

DarthLego

22

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): @DrWatson what's your malfunction man?

Mother Panic

yamada69

3

7 yearstonnage71 (730): Don't bother. Started off good and became unreadable by issue #5.

Family Feud: Gilligan's Island Vs. Batman

DarthLego

17

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Looking back at these old 60's shows, they were as corny as (insert explicative), yet these shows and their actors/actresses hold a certain fondness and respect from the fans that has held up over the years. I think the term used to describe these shows was/is "camp" or "campy". They were almost like cartoons done with live action. They were so ridiculous they were fun. Even some shows that started out with more serious tones...

What is a crease worth?

imagejock

11

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @imagejock Yeah in the 9.0+ range. Definetely better than a 7.5.

Magik Appreciation (And A quest)

JLS_Comics

17

7 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): I just got this one in the mail https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/74/bf/b2/74bfb2842176f97c44f2f05a447c96de--scott-campbell-xmen.jpg

Does this look like shill bidding on ebay?

kaptainmyke

133

7 yearsThanatos (3201): @vabchgent Oh I know, I'm pretty sure my mom had them on Japanese VHS and I never understood any of it but I still loved watching it and playing with the toys. I recently bought the whole series on DVD for like $5 and plan to watch it when I get back. I used to pretend I had a beta capsule and would transform and fight monsters in my room, would usually defeat them right before my color timer would expire, ahhhh good times.

I went to half priced books today

kaptainmyke

68

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): It's a 9.6 newsstand edition copy of Amazing Spider-man #400. It has the die cut embossed cover, and it features the death of Aunt May, somewhat a minor key issue. Even mint they go for just $20 so one dollar sounds like a deal to me

One more Friday Thread...

Zombiebigfoot

25

7 yearsRedshade (1113): As I am retired, living week to week on my pension, I cannot really afford to keep this book, therefore I am open to offers should anyone be interested. Payment via Paypal to cover both seller and buyer.

When a LCS asks 2x Market Value . . .?

00slim

26

7 yearsKiloGraham (1337): Brick and mortar stores don't need to exist nowadays. If a shop owner tried to tell me they charge more for their merchandise because they have rent and overhead I'd tell them that it's their choice to operate a store instead of an online business. Just like its the customers choice to buy or not to buy.

star wars vol 2 7a 7th printing

mattbanks

38

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Ben Affleck is perfect for Bruce Wayne. He has all the right character traits.

So this just happened...

DarthLego

12

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Sometimes I wish I could autoreply life imo

Tips on choosing candidates for Pressing?

00slim

29

7 yearsDrogio (7992): Honestly, I as thinking the same thing...I know pressers that charge extra...I didn't think flippers comment was sharky...er...snarky. You guys are both being snarky now. Get out of the sandbox, both of you! Now! Sorry...been yelling at both my kids most of the day. 😜

Re-Grade Question

Ratamacue

6

7 yearsRatamacue (1): THANK YOU everyone for your valuable input. Means a lot!!!

modern comic

mattbanks

11

7 yearsmattbanks (10): yes, resale

submitting mini series

mattbanks

5

7 yearsmattbanks (10): ty my friends

How soon is #soon? (Magazines!)

00slim

15

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/a74ad697803d79e2629373b3ae5010ba.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/19af805100a879d6e41edede848e5c1c.jpg

Bell Gardens CA 90201 P.O.

mattness

30

7 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): One of my income sources is poker tournaments. I've played the past two years in their WSOP series at the Bicycle Casino over several days. You are not that far off, Darth. It feels like you are in a foreign country if you walk around that area.

2 missing star wars issues

mattbanks

14

7 yearsmattbanks (10): www.comicspriceguide.com had them mislabeled. that's why i didn't find them. they've corrected it.

What kind of jack wagon...

DarthLego

14

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): *

how do i tell pedigree of my books?

mattbanks

10

7 yearsmattbanks (10): okay ty

doctor solar issue 5

mattbanks

16

7 yearsmattbanks (10): yes it is he told me a 6.5 raw grade in that area sent me a pic of better grade issue and sent me 0.5-1.5 grade raw. that's why ex-friend sold to me $12.00

Growing trend of window bag signing comics

kaptainmyke

100

7 yearsverbogyrater (220): Yes, I did.

Remove polybag, or no?

00slim

6

7 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): I have one of the Spiderman #1 Canadian version I submitted that was still in the polybag. Of course it's tougher to see but the comic looked NM+. I didn't want to risk dinging it up and will let them handle it. Curious how or if they annotate that action but either way will be fine.

First Appearance of Him (Adam Warlock)

CaptainCanuck

9

7 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): For all the big build up in FF 66-67, we barely get to see "Him" at the end. It's like the ending was crammed into the last few really small panels. His debut out the cocoon should have been one of those full page panels, now that would have been impressive.

DC Super Pack ... break open or not?

Tedsaid

28

7 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): I agree, open them. If your planning on Subbing them for grading you need to be able to access the book's condition and that can only be achieved by opening them.

T-Rex invasion?

DarthLego

14

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/b80ecbf05977a7d77d1033249878918d.jpg

Silver / Golden Age Bags too wide for Box?

J_Walker

12

7 yearsQuaBrot (2018): @Savage_Spawn I use 2 liter soda boxes I get from the supermarket - fits slabs perfectly and built to hold a lot of weight. Only downside is they don't have a top. But you can't beat the price!

ASM 365/Spidey 2099

00slim

17

7 years00slim (17954): So, for the Toybiz variant of Spidey 2099 #1, I've found the best strategy is to buy the figure MIB. The comic alone costs as much if not more than the Legends figure it came with, new & sealed. I figure it's also my best bet for getting a copy in decent shape. I've made offers on just about every one for sale on e-bay at the moment & scored three at a decent price. This has been a fun little hunt. Hopefully it pays off.

Another Rick and Morty #1 Spine Wear Edition

Thanatos

57

7 yearsTowmater (10537): I used to say that about Walking Dead #1.

Which book can you simply not pass up on?

jrs

39

7 yearsspideyfan68 (55): Great Choice!! One of my favorite Romita Covers:heart: https://vignette4.wikia.nocookie.net/marveldatabase/images/5/55/Amazing_Spider-Man_Vol_1_77.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20060313211113

JSC Avengers #8

DarthLego

19

7 yearsThorneArt (1919): I picked up my first JSC set of variants, I am a huge fan of Jean Grey and Phoenix, I had to have them. :) He almost got me on the X-men covers, but I didn't pull the trigger. I get the updates, but usually pass, I will be passing on the MJ covers too.

American Entertainment Exclusives

JLS_Comics

26

7 yearsX51 (14750): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/69905c2c2e69113a55260d49f1ddb6f0.png

Now this CGC case is questionable...

jrs

39

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): http://i.stack.imgur.com/TV9xb.jpg

Question About 4 Mil Mylar

mattness

50

7 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): Yeah, that's no fun. I usually just cut the tape, whenever I buy raws off ebay...99% of dealers/sellers on ebay don't know how to package books. Btw, you're safer off taking a shary box cutter blade, along the top of the polybag, while the book lies on a flat surface.That's what I do, personally.

manufacturing error?

Comic_guys

2

7 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): Don't forget to upload the photo or scan.

CBCS: Will you slab comic-sized magazines?

Darkga

5

7 yearsDarkga (4787): I'll measure it when I get home, but I'm pretty sure it will be within the measurements. That first picture is of it in a Silver Age bag with board. Thanks!

A very Sticky situation!

Savage_Spawn

6

7 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): Crazy, I know. It's a local CD music store. They have thousands of used and new CDs with some vinyl racks. All kinds of music related products. They also have in one corner 4 to 5 long boxes of used comic books. The vast majority of their labels are on the outside of the bag but you do get the occasional direct to comic sticker as well. I've pointed it out to them and it's much more rare now. You still get a stray once in awhile. You can see...

Your average wait time without Fast Pass?

00slim

7

7 years00slim (17954): Understandable. I appreciate the info. I'm considering investing in more books to flip. As such, wait time is time the books aren't on the market. I'm sort of torn. I collect Silver Age books & I love hunting for the right book at the right price. I love collecting for that matter. When I find a nice key book at a steal it's exciting. But dipping my toe into the retail side of things, where I have money tied into books for the sake of...

Dc universe rebirth?

Savage_Spawn

22

7 yearsDarthLego (20518): Finally a reason for me to buy Superman, I hope they keep Fabok on the button covers.

Ashcan/mini comics

00slim

12

7 yearscomicsforme (4100): $40 for ashcans $5 for signed plus $25 for shipping and canot get screening if signed. Thats what i was told.

Welcome to the CBCS Forum!

SteveRicketts

530

7 yearsrec1978 (69): Hello All, I am new to the CBCS boards, but I have been around the block a little while (EBay for 16 years and CGC Chat Boards (same user id) for 4 years). If you see anything in my EBay store http://stores.ebay.com/ronnieeinnor/) that you like, please feel free to shoot me a PM! Cheers, Ron As a side note: I am sending my first book, for CBCS Submission, today! ...

Cited: 15 times Image Ripped off Marvel(CBR)

kaptainmyke

14

7 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/798fd4a23c7e53649b06943df758f254.jpg

Happy Memorial Day All and Remember ....

JLS_Comics

14

7 yearsBigRedOne1944 (11513): In addition to Cards and Comic Books I am also involved in the 1/6 Scale(GI Joe)hobby. Most of my custom made figures and Dioramas are made to pay homage to all the Brave Men and Women who made the sacrifice to preserve the Freedoms we have in this country, that most take for granted. FREEDOM is NOT Free https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/61b2dc47f69636ee751817e0ff7e3d19.jpg ...

Cover Damage

J_Walker

20

7 yearsshrewbeer (13263): And that's why the choice is clear 😎🍺

Question on cleaning and comic restoration

bige31

5

8 yearsbige31 (2452): So is that something that is easy for someone to do and is it relatively inexpensive?

Dentedteeth #1.

Savage_Spawn

6

8 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): I'll be in a very nice motel, but they don't have valet parking... not that im a valet perking type personality anyvaays...

Help with grade 3.0, 4.0, better?

00slim

26

8 years00slim (17954): @BrianGreensnips I purchased it in person & didnt really notice the darker spot. It shows a little more now, in the slab.

Comic-Con submissions question.

Savage_Spawn

13

8 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): Hmm, forgot about the raw grade option. Maybe take in a couple extra if the comic warrants it. Thanks for the tips.

Processing Order - Incorrect listings

redi311

5

8 yearsredi311 (1): Thanks for the info Steve. I was just wanting to make sure I could save some QC time or whoever's time would be spent fixing it since I can clearly see what is wrong before it even got to them. I'll sit tight and let them do their job, I just wanted to ensure I had done anything i could to save someone from one of those "that isn't what i see here" moments.

In theory. Options? What would you do?

Savage_Spawn

18

8 yearsX51 (14750): I've bought may comics over the years and thought "this would be a good restoration project" I've also learned about myself that I'm not going to do it. Now I just stick to buying comics that I accept as they are.

Where do people come up with these prices ?

vabchgent

21

8 yearsDrogio (7992): Why get upset about what others are asking/pricing their books at. there's plenty of auctions of raw books whose prices start well above the actual sales of the same book in the same condition...some sellers just don't do their research...typically they are the ones that post one picture too...a low resolution pic of the front. If anything, that hurts raw book sales more than anything...laziness and dishonesty...with a slabbed book you know...

Pence Comics

ThorneArt

24

8 yearsThanatos (3201): How does CBCS grade a comic with these types of pence stamps? I found a silver age grail of mine on ebay for a great price in FN condition but it has a "10p" stamp near the title. Would they deduct points for it?

SOLVED: opened SS#4 not missing page 31

kaptainmyke

24

8 yearsIsz_A (19): Did you just lose the yellow label too? oops say it was verified sig.....label looked yellow.

Adding a missing page

kaptainmyke

21

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @SteveRicketts Facts: Steve could press that guy a six pack.

Storing Comics in General

Themaxx35

8

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @shrewbeer Yep. Edgar's books where in the basement and in a basement closet. I keep mine in the basement away from the wall. They start about 3 feet off the floor on custom wooden shelves in a room. Then I run a dehumidifier in the room year round except in the winter when it is already drier. It also helps that all my books over about $20 in value are in Myler bags with half back boards. I feel very comfortable with this set up.

Florida?

KingNampa

24

8 yearsjrs (1864): Do the founders/executives live there?

What does this mean?

ComicE2

24

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): I kinda do this with duplicate books and 9.8s already. If I submit two copies of a book and one comes back a 9.8 and one a 9.6 or 9.4, I'm pretty okay with selling the 9.8 and keeping the slightly lower grade for myself

Comic con question.

Savage_Spawn

14

8 yearsSavage_Spawn (1906): I have the "nerd" aspect of this well covered, so it is not an issue!! Some great suggestions guys. I still have more than a week to plot my plan of attack, but you all have provided some great options, thanks a lot!!!

Cited: Marvel Likely Cancelling 30 titles

kaptainmyke

78

8 yearsGrayspeedster (406): This is how I do 90% of my current book buying. High print runs equal nearly no potential for increase in value and extremely high potential to depreciate. I buy books I love 1st, but those tend to be G,S,B age! Most of what I want from the modern/current age is indie, obscure, low print run, Mature only. I support some titles from the big 2 but I find myself buying more of their #1s and only a few titles do I actually buy to read. Even then,...

Encapsulate If Fail - CBCS Signature VSP

flikhype

12

8 yearsflikhype (7): Thanks Steve.

ASM #300 Style Cover Collection.

BabaLament

2

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): While I can't guarantee that it's comprehensive (though the site is generally very well organized), here's a list of ASM 300 homages

Where to Submit for Worldwide Collectors

flikhype

7

8 yearsflikhype (7): Thank you all for the friendly advices. Really appreciate it. thank you again.

Help & Advice - George Perez

OpiePride

13

8 yearsKingNampa (6756): @OrbitCityComics https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/99a65ce31810d1a736f05b61bfdd72db.jpg

POLL: 1948 BLUE BEETLE 54, CGC 3.0

kaptainmyke

36

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0ba738869eda06bdeec3034e60c697fd.png

How Do You Identify a 9.8?

Drogio

44

8 yearsbennyb86 (796): IMHO its kinda of a game of roulette between the 9.6 and 9.8. One big thing to look for is ANY spine or staple defects and also look to see all the corners are sharp and square and have no "grab" or "bump" marks

Star Wars #68 Question for CBCS

DarthLego

29

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): I wonder what Marvel considers this issue to be?

CBCS New Comic Slab

mattness

6

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.iHHrUuig9GSEsVq9Otvs4gEsEs&pid=15.1

Female cheracters that deserve more love?

00slim

34

8 yearsThanatos (3201): http://pm1.narvii.com/6034/472d379cd7d43f09f830d92ba900d87e66a7266c_hq.jpg Would love more Zatanna in the DC Universe.

CBCS Onsite Raw Grading

Grayspeedster

8

8 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/40e747bc3ecefe3350b91cab9b3ad09c.jpg DARTH LEGO's mobile command grading vehicle.

Your personal Holy Grail?

00slim

53

8 yearsmartymann (48466): I know it's a remainder copy but this DETECTIVE #165 from November 1950 contains the story "The Strange Costumes of Batman" which displays a whole array of BATMAN costumes. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/71ff00df882b459d32e7cef3f5413401.jpg mm

Star Wars' Doctor Aphra Wins!

JLS_Comics

14

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): I have to check it out. Thanks guys

Shipping costs how much

verbogyrater

9

8 years00slim (17954): 5 books cost me $30 last month, not bad at all. If your order consists of several tiers, you save a lot on shipping waiting for your order to ship together.

CBCS ASP Fee Question

Grayspeedster

12

8 yearsbennyb86 (796): Perfect, thank you! That was the way it was explained to me by customer service as well but got a bit confused for a second.

Qualified Maths

DarthLego

3

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): What he said 👆🏻 I had a 1946 MM#1 that looked NM+, only defects were bottom staple detached and slight sun shadow. Came back a flat 7.0

Sending in my first book tips

imagejock

6

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): I think there's already two or three threads that have covered how to package comics for shipping.

CGC to CBCS yellow label regrade question

DarthLego

5

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Would be nice if CBCS gave us a field to type in notes like "sketch by Joe Blow on back cover."

Please grade Peter Laird's file copy TMNT #1

kaptainmyke

26

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Looks like Jim Lawson and Michael Dooney. Nice. Love Lawson's loose style and the contrasting Dooney's tight style.

Artist First Work-Dan Jurgens?

Themaxx35

2

8 yearsOxbladder (1287): Dan's first pencilling job was Warlord. Why others claim otherwise I would chalk up to lack of research or they don't count non-superhero work as work. Batman 359 came months later.

New Mutants #48 Newsstand Jeweler Variant

00slim

17

8 years00slim (17954): I'd figure 9.2 is realistic. You're right, it probably isn't worth it.

The "White Whale" Thread

kaptainmyke

73

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): A pod of white whales for everyone!

Re-holder, or re-slab?

00slim

34

8 yearsZombie_Head (3535): Despain I believed you I was just letting everyone know Erin is wrong because I opened one of the new cases and no micro chamber paper. It was just FYI.... unless it has Changed since that book was slabbed in a new case by cgc.

Please grade this Batman Adventures 12

kaptainmyke

90

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I love this new label btw. Don't ever change, brah. (DECB)

Would you pay $1 for a NM/M comic book?

Savage_Spawn

6

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): Yeah. Definitiely buy what you like and you will not be dissapointed. I normally don't buy too many dollar books. Unless it was worth a lot more and they did not know what they had. I would rather selectively by the books that I really want. This way I don't have a ton of dollar books that I need to move around. I just got rid of 3cshort boxes of bronze age books. They were mostly vg to very fine. I have been purging the lower grade stuff to...

Using Bronze Membership Perks?

redi311

4

8 yearsredi311 (1): Thanks that helps!

magazine size comics CBCS slabs???

1952MB

53

8 years1952MB (25): CBCS we need Comic Magazine slabs, please make it happen this year.

Factory defect off set staple

b00ch

8

8 yearsjrs (1864): So as for the Ms. Marvel, I'd be curious to know whether there'd be an impact at all given that it's evidently a production defect.

Question About Statues

jrs

8

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Boxes usually increase value 25-50%.

FYI: Prepping books for signatures.

Gabriel85301

1

8 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): In the last several days so many people have been asking on different web sites and social media how to properly prep books for signatures and since we are now in to CON Season, I'd thought I would share my own method. I seen a lot of people prep comics for signatures different ways. I am sure you can all find video or page on how to properly prep a book for signatures, I just try and take it a step further so there isn't a big gaping hole...

Amazing Spider-man #194 newsie mark jeweler

kaptainmyke

5

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I can get it pressed after I get it signed with a yellow label, too!

Filling out the form online for drop off?

00slim

3

8 yearsSirtoddington (1012): sometimes i use cash but last year I had a TON of crap to get graded so i used my CC then. it's not "cash only" at cons. That's why there's the CC area o the form. As long as they have the form that you filled out online all filled out correctly there should be no issues whatsoever with any payment options. Your card info will be attatched to that invoice #. I actually fill my forms out online, print them & send them with my books...

Help finding a book

dielinfinite

5

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @DarthLego I would but I'm far more likely to get a dvd with the standard cover, or one with no comic at all.

Jim Lee Spider-Man?

bythegram

5

8 yearsbythegram (681): Thanks all! I knew I could count on this forum.

How do you look up invoice numbers from 3rd?

kaptainmyke

6

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Ok I got them in received status imo

SW Celebration Live - Link

ZosoRocks

14

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): It was good today.....interesting to say the least. I watched the trailer...twice with the crowd!! Did you notice the "watching now" count in YouTube? Over 100K people.....NICE! And that was just youtube. Can you imagine the other streaming sites and those counts. Lots and lots of people like this franchise...and many like me.....have since 1977. ;o)

CBCS Staff Immortal?

KingNampa

3

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Although considering the power of the two Steve's...you never know.

Has anyone shipped using a FedEx account?

Kaleljll

16

8 yearsKaleljll (406): Yeah I wouldn't even need close to that. I'm getting ready to send 20 books into CBCS for grading but I don't sell anything or ship anything other than that.

Free services W/Bronze membership question

Kaleljll

5

8 yearsKaleljll (406): Great tip, my cart has 20 books in it at the moment. I was thinking the same thing. Thanks again brotha

Deleting Invoices

ComicE2

3

8 yearsComicE2 (25): Wow, ok well they will go by the bar code anyway. That should be a option. Thank you for the help.

Who's on PSN?

kaptainmyke

25

8 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): Steam FTW

When is the next comic era and who decides?

Themaxx35

100

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/acd04f313e1cf5dfa1afe36633541900.jpg

Dan Panosian - interview on Sideshow Live

ZosoRocks

1

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): https://www.facebook.com/events/1879498775619162/ Personally, I'm not a FB participant, but thought I would share. Cheers!

Reviews of IRON FIST coming in, not good...

kaptainmyke

87

8 yearsno1lufcfan (3058): I’m probably one of the few that like ALL the Marvel Netflix shows. I don’t take them that seriously for acting/direction/etc etc I just enjoy them. Just bizzed through Iron Fist Luke Cage and JJ in the last few weeks and both me and “er in doors” liked them. Love DD btw :D

Is This The Worst 2.0 Ever?

jrs

37

8 yearsjrs (1864): This seems to capture the condition best; and the quote would fit nicely in the out-of-context quote thread, also!

Comic link frustration - please help

Drogio

6

8 yearsDrogio (7992): I will contact them tomorrow... But before I bid on anything else.

Weird printing error?

MichelleErika

4

8 yearsMichelleErika (1): Thank you!

Authorized witness

Rogue1369

6

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): As far as I know Steve Paulus is still a CBCS employee, I never heard otherwise.

Signature Verification Question

jrs

3

8 yearsjrs (1864): Thanks @SteveRicketts. Much appreciated.

Need advice from experienced CON People

KingNampa

12

8 yearsKingNampa (6756): Thanks for the advice all. I bought the package. I hate waiting in long lines. 😁

Should I get my comic(s) graded.

KaseyArt

23

8 yearsThemaxx35 (2536): Fat bottomed girls you make the rocking world go 'round! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VMnjF1O4eH0

STOLEN BOOK - Action Comics #44 - CBCS 6.5

WalkinWillie

3

8 yearsQuaBrot (2018): Report to CGC as well in case the their tries to "launder" the book by getting it regraded (don't know if they have a way to do that?)

WonderCon CBCS Meetup!

dielinfinite

17

8 yearsearthshaker01 (20414): @ThorneArt I don't really know you, but maybe you have seen some of my comics posts. I'll be there I'll swing by

New Mutants98 CBCS 9.8 Mark Jewelers Variant

Carmbad

10

8 yearsHomer (1010): GPa does not identify if it's a mark jewelers edition. However if you check the Cgc bar code you will get the notation if it is the MJ. By looking at GPa a New Mutants 98 9.8 sold earlier in March for 1025.00 and it is a Cgc 9.8 Mark Jewelers variant. Likely the reason for the highest recorded sale for 2017. GPA does not track CBCS sales.

Will CBCS grade X-O Manowar 1:500 metalcover

JLS_Comics

12

8 yearsBigRig (2006): So on site grading only? Im only joking..

Question for CBCS on ZOO FUNNIES #101 (#1)

martymann

6

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Well it says right on the wiki that Children Comics Publishing is/was a division of Charlton. CGC are turds.

Membership Questions

mattness

41

8 yearsMathyus_42 (317): Not sure who to thank, but my membership date has been fixed. :D:beer::(|)

"Sun" Shadows on Comics

QuaBrot

6

8 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): They can be caused by dust or oxidation from the sun. In some instances, the sun can cause the edges to become brittle which would greatly impact the grade. In most cases they are done on a sliding scale, the greater the shadow and brittleness, the greater the impact on the overall grade. There is no way to say it is half a grade hit or one full grade, etc.

Correcting CGC Label Mistakes

DarthLego

2

8 yearsSpiderTim (3371): I'm pretty sure they don't take names from a CGC label so you should be okay if they have the correct info in their database.

IDW DISNEY VARIANTS

Revan_Q

7

8 yearsRevan_Q (31): It really has been, I have all of the other variants but this one. They've stopped doing the 1:25 and switched to being a 1:10 going into 2016.

Overhang?? Do Not Encapsulate?

KingNampa

29

8 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): There we go, the raw grade service has found its niche market.

Rai #0 - glossy or matte?

ZosoRocks

21

8 yearsKanaloa (183): Correct, but you said Bloodshot 0 which is why I corrected it to RAI 0 and Eternal Warrior 4. Eternal Warrior 4 is considered the first appearance of Bloodshot by most and is the one to get out of the two but RAI 0 is still good to have.

New Books For This Week?

JLS_Comics

15

8 yearsdpiercy (4821): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/6ad639d592ae10a7d9276f36e40af95c.jpg I can't get a light week it seems.

Favorite Titles From Defunct Publishers?

JLS_Comics

51

8 yearsKav (1840): https://d1466nnw0ex81e.cloudfront.net/n_iv/600/1107245.jpg

TRADING OFFERS - TMNT First Printing #1

kaptainmyke

39

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/68d95013b987921bd8bca8ab2f4c6e0d.jpg

Should I??

Sirtoddington

21

8 yearscseale0223 (767): I say go for it. As a fan you would be disappointed if you didnt do it and look back on this chance. And yes I would do one of the miniseries that it follows probably the one with the cover that is your favorite.

1st Cameo vs 1st Full Apperance

KingNampa

54

8 yearsTowmater (10537): They can be had for next to nothing compared to Hulk #180's. For me, Taskmaster has one of the more interesting power sets in the Marvel Universe. I wish that more people enjoyed the character. If they used him in the a Deadpool movie as the villain, and wrote his interaction like Joe Kelly did in the comics the character would become a major force. The banter between him and Deadpool in the Joe Kelly written comics is perfect.

Elseworlds 80 page - Issue with Ripples??

nikki666666

13

8 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): This can be eliminated or greatly reduced. I have worked on 4-5 copies of this book in the past and had excellent results.

Stan Lee "Bubble"?

KingNampa

189

8 yearsKingNampa (6756): Ok. Fun officially killed in this thread. I'm out. Thanks again @DocBrown for enlightening us/we/I... https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2b528de183f6018144fc18b475e52e8e.jpg

Signature on interior page (best method)

bythegram

14

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): This frame was onlt about $12. at IKEA.

Submission Address

Dshel61

4

8 yearsDertyComix (912): @Dshel61 any time, now may the luck of the drunk Irish be with you.

How badly will binder holes effect the grade

HarRes

67

8 yearszosocane (645): Agree with CAK. And the date stamp/ink stamp doesn't affect the grade in that condition.

Is anyone going to La Mole Con 3/17--3/19?

kaptainmyke

8

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): sweet haven't I bought from you before? let me know please and thank you

Batman's Grandpa?

JLS_Comics

25

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): NASA is just a front for Wayne Enterprises. :beer:

Price check please?

FootNote

3

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Police Comics #69: 4.0 (VG) $48 Planet Comics #38: 3.0 (G/VG) $192 John Carter of Mars (Four Color) #375: 2.0 (GD) $32

How do you add pictures to submissions?

ZosoRocks

3

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Thanks!

System Data Migration Process

banthahunter

4

8 yearsDeadpoolica (859): 😂😂😂😂 lmao that sums it up perfectly 🍻

Batman #1 WB VIP Studio Tour - Questions

DarthLego

12

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): I do understant that CGC and CBCS are "properly" labeling it according to the Indicia that DC put on it. And under 99.99% of circumstances that would make perfect sense and wouldn't cause any issues or concern. BUT My argument is: Someone at DC is a bonehead! And the comic collecting community shouldn't get stuck with an erroneous looking label just because someone at DC is a bonehead! :(|) The book absolutely is a...

Submit Comics - Dashboard - Feature Request

DarthLego

4

8 yearsjrs (1864): Great idea.

Low #1 CBCS 9.9

Ratamacue

1

8 yearsRatamacue (1): I've seen 2 Low #1 Newbury CBCS 9.9's. Looking to buy. Much appreciated:)

How Do I Break It To Her Lightly?

JLS_Comics

18

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @JLS_Comics Your welcome.

Marvel Graphic Novel #4 6th Printing Ver.2

JLS_Comics

13

8 yearsLogan510 (2415): Just out of curiosity, would you accuse them of stealing from eBay if they sell a book from their site that is also listed on eBay? Wouldn't they be using ebay to advertise their books for free?

The Wawa Collection

FootNote

17

8 yearsmattness (1530): Each time I read Wawa it reminds me of Charlie Brown..wah wah wah :D

Sell Comics, Start a Business?

four_loko_dude

39

8 yearspoka (25000): Do the 8/10% cover all fees (e.g. Ebay and shipping) as they sell a lot of their items on eBay or only applicable to their auctions?

Sold comics you wished you hadn't!

daywalker

28

8 yearsD84 (1540): This one, but I just closed a deal for a replacement copy. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/471ca99e48bb1b7aa1813218d2bcf697.jpg

DKIII Master Race #7 1:500 Jim Lee Variant

DarthLego

112

8 yearsTowmater (10537): RMA, everything posted on the forum isn't in reference to you. I did not quote your post to make mine a response to it. My view was and is a general message about walls of text. Glad I could clear that up for you.

Scan Question

BradT

5

8 yearsdrchaos (29096): Found it: clickable text

Finding a comics worth, to slab or not.

FootNote

12

8 yearsBrianGreensnips (15181): @FootNote One more important thing. It is ALL about condition. Unless it is a real Key then the condition may not be as critical especially looking for books in the wild.

Raw Grade Stickers?

Zarbongo

8

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Nice....this may pan out better than I thought. Thanks DL!

Fed Ex Ground S*cks Donkey B*lls

mattness

25

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/abb2d17fd209377b2f0dcd2ce98c0b75.jpg

Black Science

Ratamacue

1

8 yearsRatamacue (1): Does anyone have or know if a Black Science #1 CBCS 9.9 exists & if so would you be willing to sell it?

Do Reholders have the photo option?

DarthLego

2

8 yearsKinzebac (826): I sent in a book for reholdering and was not given this option when I made the order online. Maybe I just missed it. I really wish I could have done this.

Good Mylar for the new cbcs and cgc slabs

JCage

29

8 yearsdpiercy (4821): 😂 @BigRig

Will pressing improve this grade?

KingNampa

6

8 yearsCopperAgeKids (3717): The feathering on the spine is production related, in this book it looks particularly pronounced so the book gets downgraded.....probably not by as much as you may think, though. I have yet to see a single copy of Preacher 1, Sandman 1 and Infinity Gauntlet 1 in CBCS 9.8 or CGC 9.8, that did NOT have some degree of feathering. Hard to say without a FC and BC scan but based on only the notes provided and the (not very illuminating) pic, a CPR...

Centerfold Reinforced

jrs

9

8 yearsjrs (1864): @IronMan, thanks much for the insight. My curiosity arose because of those label notations.

Question about comics from different Era's

enaz13

20

8 yearsenaz13 (2031): I'll check that out, thanks!

The Most Affordable Pedigrees?

DarthLego

15

8 yearssuckerv (88): Did they really? I have a Penn. Dutch Ms. Marvel. How would they go about verifying its authenticity? Mine came with a little notation on the invoice. I ask because the only option in the pull down menu when submitting a book is the "Pennsylvania Copy," which I assume is the actual Steve Geppi Pennsylvania Pedigree. Would I just put in under the variant?

Should I risk a press or just reholder it?

Darkga

16

8 yearsearthshaker01 (20414): Never had a problem with square bound. I have done tons of Dell giants and other square bounds. I tell ya based on the minor flaws @Stronguy pointed out, plus any other things that could happen once removed I would stick with the 9.6 as is, buy a 9.8 , then sell the 9.6 to recoup some of the 9.8 cost and be done with it. I mean you have to pay a presser, pay for regrading, and run the risk of something happening to the book once it's out and...

Dreaded Marvel Chipping

QuaBrot

16

8 yearsQuaBrot (2018): Ah, OK, yes that is clear now. Wasn't thinking along those lines. Book nor its image were neither trimmed nor cropped nor altered in any way shape nor form.

Star Wars Vol. 1 #42 question

Bay3Bob

13

8 yearsJeremy_K (841): anyone have a nm raw for sale?

Any updates with C2E2?

XIrishX

9

8 yearsHelric1 (7362): Here's this in case it wasn't noticed https://forum.cbcscomics.com/topic/2163/page/1/cbcs-on-site-grading-in-chicago-c2e2-weekend/#2

Subscription tiers

Sin

3

8 yearsSin (79): @JWKyle no I didn't. Thank you. Looking through a phone sucks compared to a desktop.

Question on Dashboard

huskershawn69

3

8 yearshuskershawn69 (61): Thanks, will do in a few. Not an emergency situation. Enjoy your evening.

Should Lyria break out CBCS graded comics?

whetteon

8

8 yearsconditionfreak (11292): I think it is fine just the way it is. The more info, the better informed I can be. I can ascertain the difference between CGC and CBCS on each and every book listing/info. That is all I need. I don't like CGC, but it doesn't burn my eyes when I read the letters "C G C". Not even a little.

Submitting books (packaging)

Jellybeanbaked420

9

8 yearsDertyComix (912): Oh I know. I would be like a fat kid in a twinkie factory, All the money youbwould save on bags and boards of that quality. Hell if they need a part time janitor i would do it if they paied me in mylar bags and boards.

Steve McNiven Original Art

djinn155

3

8 yearsSpiderTim (3371): His art representative is Spencer Beck and here is a link to what is available for sale. http://www.theartistschoice.com/mcniven.html I don't see any OA from Monsters Unleashed but you can contact him and ask him if he will or if there is any still available. Before buying from another collector I first go back to basics and see if the art representative, artist or inker has the art available if non do then I seek other options such as CAF,...

Pre-ordering 9.8 books (new releases)

Drogio

26

8 yearsJesse_O (39314): Regarding the Dell'otto Iron Fist #1 - this is a variant from The Comic Mint. It is not listed for sale yet. It's my understanding that it will go up for sale on Sunday the 19th.

Emerald City Comic Con CBCS Witnessed Sig??

KingNampa

8

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): It is starting to appear this way.

mycomicshop.com Auctions

jrs

9

8 yearsComicdey (307): Some deals to be had on raw copies

Looking for the owner of this Supergirl art

DarthLego

14

8 yearsThe_Curmudgeon (1360): Sewer run-off.

Help Identifying a Marat Mychaels page

Towmater

8

8 years1243782365 (503): When you google Marat Mychaels why does Rob Liefelds wikipedia page show up? Is that just me?

Fees..just saying....

Johnnylray

26

8 yearsno1lufcfan (3058): Thanks for the info and update I’ll get around to submitting some books some time. Just wish I had done it a few years ago before I sold a lot of my keys inc X-Men 94 and GS 1/ASM 300 x 3 and Iron Man 1 x 2…. still needs must at the time :oops:

Convention season Master-List?

Odins_Raven

3

8 yearsOdins_Raven (2389): Thank you!

Advice on Tape

KingNampa

12

8 yearsKingNampa (6756): Hi. Ya true their website lists 8 months for minor restoration work must have a long waitlist. But in my case the tape was minor and I'm a regular customer so he gave me a fast pass. LOL. If this is your first time sending something to Hero Restoration I wouldn't expect to get the anything faster than the 8 months listed on his website. But I highly recommend Hero Restoration they do great work.

CGC at 20 business day Modern turn time?

Kaleljll

55

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @IronMan Thanks for all that information. :beer:

Signed Jack Kirby comic found! CBCS Worthy?

Johnnylray

30

8 yearsJohnnylray (2675): I'm on the fence with all this DF concerns..I may just keep the book , not slabbed, and pass it down to my kids.let them worry about real vs fake. and save myself $47 plus bucks. kind of bums me out that even though it was a limited, it could be fake. and I have a stack of DF books from 91-94 that Have COAs'. Ray/RI

CBCS Forum Buy/Sell/Trade Feedback Thread

Darkga

19

8 yearsDertyComix (912): Seller:@AndyRexia Feedback: Positive Comments: Great Seller, quick shipping, Thanks for the help. Seller: @kaptainmyke Feedback: Positive Comments Great seller, quick shipping, good communication.

Interview with John Tyler Christopher

JLS_Comics

9

8 yearsvacaboca (1063): Better late than never... here's a picture of the book. It was just a quick sketch, but may be the only Jar Jar cover JTC does :) http://i.imgur.com/9fV5W7M.jpg

Dashboard picutres

Themaxx35

9

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Thanks! It's definitely one of my favorites

Archer & Armstrong #0 Grade It.

1forchrist

4

8 yearsdrchaos (29096): My guess would be between a 9.2 and a 9.6 depending on what side of the bed the grader wakes up on. Between a 9.2, 9.4, and a 9.6 I think a 9.6 would be possible but the least likley.

Walking dead 27 printing error value??

kandrcomics

5

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): This is a good topic that should have its own thread.... What printing / manufacturing error books do you own? I'm gonna start one up.

Does CBCS tell you when comics are received?

Kaleljll

6

8 yearsKaleljll (406): Yeah they updated me right away. I really like that they do that. Feels like they are on top of it.

To "Asterisk" or not to "Asterisk"

ZosoRocks

18

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): @Rafel I suppose they are relatively rare but there isn't really a ton of demand for them, similar to how CGC's other specialty labels don't command a significant premium over the standard label for the same book, grade, and signature. Wizard First 9.5s have recently sold for anywhere between $15 and $70 but rarely for any significant amount more, and often a bit less than the same book in a Universal 9.4 or 9.6 grade

What kind of label will this get?

DarthLego

5

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): You will get a red label that says something like: "Witnessed Sig: Your Name Verified Sig: Creator's Name"

ComicLink wait list

Helric1

2

8 yearsDarkga (4787): I have tried it, but never got contacted back. Why does it take them so long to complete the transaction? Either that or remove the book so I don't have to be reminded of what I missed. :(

Scanning questions

drchaos

49

8 yearsdrchaos (29096): The scanner is so fast. It is so much easier putting up ebay listings now. I am a happy customer.

Doctor Strange question

catrick339

11

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): My wife absolutely loved the movie, but I missed it so have to wait for DVD. She's not one to like shitty comic movies either (ex SS sucked). .02

Signatures on books - detract or entice?

ZosoRocks

33

8 yearsRyanHicks (1974): These are thinner acid free permanent markers and this is the best thin-point gold marker you can get for signings (it is absolutely beautiful) but it is also one you need to give a few seconds to dry https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/4829f04da353909aced80d578a345512.jpg

ASM 300 Reprint

Djnaz

11

8 yearsDjnaz (4): Thanks for the information guys. It's highly appreciated. I'm leaning towards getting it graded just deciding between cgc or cbcs and if I want mr Lee and Mr McFarlane signatures. Kinda nervous I spent a decent amount on it. Quite less than eBay. To me it looks flawless scared it won't come back 9.8 or higher.

Unknown Dell Otto Variant by Panini Comics

sonny4eyez

18

8 yearssonny4eyez (52): This works perfectly! I have a small and modest foreign comic collection, those 2 pages will be a great help to me. Truly appreciate it all @jesse_o

Is this a pressable defect?

jrs

38

8 yearsKaleljll (406): That is absolutely amazing you were able to save that book!! Very impressed.

Changing ART labels to Graded?

DarthLego

18

8 yearsRyanHicks (1974): As long as you ship it in uncracked with the original yellow ART label and submit it as a normal graded book (not a reholder), then CBCS will grade the book and retain the yellow label. The book can still be cracked by a CBCS AW and resubmitted for grade and it will retain the yellow label as long as the AW does everything correctly.

Dark knight returns indication.

bige31

5

8 yearsbige31 (2452): Thanks for the input guys. I bout it off eBay for 5 dollars thinking it was second edition cuz I never thought I'd afford a good conidtion first print. And I went to show my brother and that's when I realized mine didn't say second print. I then preceded to get really bad shake hand haha.

storage

namvet

4

8 yearsnamvet (7): thanks i do have a dehumidifier running 24 7 but wasn't sure if the plastic would be ok in the cold

Questions on Jim Starlin Signature

enaz13

5

8 yearsenaz13 (2031): Thanks for the help, I feel a bit better about sending it in to get verified now.

Anyone else send in an order for 20% off?

Towmater

64

8 yearsDrogio (7992): I called this morning and apparently when you request pressing it is going to be two separate invoices...and therefore you will be charged return shipping for each invoice. The customer service person (Zach) explained this was consistent with how they were doing things before with their contracted presser. This being my first submission did not realize this. Regardless...they said they understood my confusion and this will be clearer when its...

VSP include comics sealed in org bag?

ZosoRocks

16

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Interesting...Steve, thanks again for clarifying this other service.

Pressing Candidate? opinions please

ThorneArt

9

8 yearsThorneArt (1919): Thanks, I really appreciate the opinions folks. Exactly the kind of info I was looking for. :)

Books almost to being verified, BUT....

Johnny_B

17

8 yearssteveo76 (94): I've owned a couple dozen copies of Killing Joke over the years and I can't say I've ever seen a defect that pressing was going to remove. That glossy cardstock is not forgiving. As others have said, with the other books you list it's really a matter of whether the defects break color and if you'd get 9.6 or 9.8 should the defects come out. Otherwise it's just money wasted.

Slabbed pages?

jrs

17

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Depending on the page, it could be more valuable than many complete books. AF15, Tec27, Action1, are good examples. Someone owning one of these books missing a page would be willing to pay thousands for the page they are missing.

Why is 7 to Eternity so hot?

Zarbongo

10

8 yearsWolverine (1961): I have the first 4 issues. Debating on whether to get rid of them or ride it out and see what happens with the series

Collection Management

EricRemillard

13

8 yearssuckerv (88): http://leagueofcomicgeeks.com I swear by this site. It's free and has a mobile app as well!

How will you go broke in 2017?

DarthLego

35

8 yearsVaComicsGuy (4033): I don't have to think about how I am going to go broke. I have a wife and 2 kids that will take care of that for me.

"THE" Collection in large Storage Facility?

kaptainmyke

64

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @shrewbeer That cat is even scared lol :(|)

INSURED VALUE

VisceralDreams

14

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Sounds like CBCS screwed up but did right by you in their offers for cash. Sucks that it happened, but its good to know they were willing to pony up 👍🏻

Usually high grade on a rack purchased comic

kaptainmyke

8

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Seems to me 9.6 is the "new" NM. But then again I could have had it wrong all these years in the first place...

Grade-Screening / Pre-Screening

jrs

7

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Awesome thanks for the clarification Steve! Its good to know what to expect now.

WHICH HAS MORE MERIT

Revan_Q

19

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/894024e5478db1148f40d2eb465df82e.jpg

Submission question

BigRig

7

8 yearsMef (1898): I use my eyes to scan over books and I like to think I do a pretty good job, I take pictures but I never go beyond that. I'm sure the grading process requires magnification of different types that will show things my naked eye can't see. I'm also sure that the lighting used when viewing or taking pictures of books can have an effect on my perception of the defect. I pay companies like CBCS for their professional scrutiny. I appreciate that...

How to Value Restored Comics???

QuaBrot

11

8 yearsjrs (1864): I think it's generally wise to defer to the market price, however you would like to determine that. Although ebay prices often seem to reflect market euphoria when a movie hits or some other development occurs involving a particular character, at the very least it reflects the price someone is willing to pay for a given book. For restored books, I have sometimes seen very little difference in purchase price as compared to Overstreet pricing. ...

Order Status: Submitted

GAC

4

8 yearsGAC (75224): Awesome!!! Thanks so much!!!

Does CBCS grade these variants?

LemonMonster

4

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Is it in the cards that policy could change when magazine size is added to the slab process? Thanks for the clarity?

COAs for VSP?

Zarbongo

5

8 yearsZarbongo (110): Makes sense thanks.

1st Miss Martian Teen Titans 39 or 37

trockblay

5

8 yearstrockblay (4): These CGC dudes didnt even add 1st bluebird for 2011 batman 28 and CBCS already are noting it...all hail CBCS

Question about ART Label holders

ThorneArt

5

8 yearscomicsforme (4100): It was told that maybe Mag size may happen so why not Large Size Comics. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/7a1bf178bcb0ced0489c8b98a0565215.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/787f1180c5f6ab1d6f63bec01aed698f.jpg

Raw vs. Graded

therealtimmyp

7

8 yearsesaravo (98813): Don't forget that the slab certifies not only the book's condition as in its grade, but also if the book has been conserved or restored, and if a signature (or several) are legit. Once you purchase it, you can remove it from the slab if you want, or leave it be. But you will have the piece of mind knowing that the book hasn't been restored and/or that the signature(s) is/are real.

1973 Ghost Rider 1 - coverless

ZosoRocks

3

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): Not really a high enough value book to have slabbed or be worth much. Great reader copy for a set though! If you got it in a goodwill bin, I'm sure its worth more than you paid; nice find 👌🏻

What types of artwork are Qualifed for OA?

ZosoRocks

17

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): Sounds like a good start. Looking forward to it. Thanks for the insight.

Submitting books via LCS

jrs

13

8 yearsMuuko (49): My LCS doesn't charge at all for us to use them. It's actually cheaper since he sends them off with others. Only 'downside' is I don't get the grader notes b/c they're under the shops submissions.

New to how grading works, please help

Artu

8

8 yearsmscheel15 (10): I am new to the forums here so I hope I am not breaking any of the forum rules but this looks like the right topic to be in. I am not sure what they mean under pricing when it shows "valued up to $250" etc. for the pricing structures. What is the $250.00? Is that referring to the market value of the book and if so, is that say, overstreet NM?

Migration in progress

1nOnly

17

8 yearsRyanHicks (1974): Also, the "My Comics" section of the website caps out at 50 books; so once you have had 50 books graded, no new books/grades will show up there. This has been a bug in the website since they launched it and has never been fixed.

Grading Training; Color breaks

Themaxx35

14

8 yearsThe_Curmudgeon (1360): That actually is a proper grade for that book. The nature of the foil just tends to highlight the flaws. Those same defects on say Uncanny X-Men 281 would barely be noticed unless you had the book in your hands. P.S. That second one is making me turgid.

NYCC Submits

apoptosis

20

8 yearsRevelations (523): We shouldn't need a secret decoder to get valuable information such as when the comics are to be graded. I don't even understand the limitations on characters set on a web page. The web page can easily be updated to increase the character limit for the text field Steve is using to update that information on the web page. The web page and forums are a disaster. They need to INVEST in a professional web developer that knows what they're doing.

How much would a press really help?

bythegram

8

8 yearswillieCPA4646 (597): From the people I know who have had lots more books graded that I have, the consensus seems to be that pressing may move the grade up somewhat. The three books I did submit to CBCS I did not get pressed. One books was signed and that comic was a special case. The other two books were graded NM to NM+ by the dealers I purchased them from (both reputable dealers, and before CGC and CBCS grading). One comic was from the Winnipeg Collection, one...

Pedigree question

FrankDrebin

15

8 yearsFrankDrebin (69): Thanks! I guarantee that I'll ask more silly questions as they occur to me. I appreciate all the responses from the board.

Buying private collections: Do's and Dont's

Odins_Raven

13

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): There were a lot of them... Giant Size X-Men #1, FF #48, 1st Vision X-men, All the Wolverine and Punisher miniseries, Vegeance of Bane, Killing Joke, just about a little bit of everything. This guy loved x-men, masters of kung fu, and Avengers. I also remember a lot of 90s Usagi Yojimbo, Aliens, and other Dark Horse titles. The Bowen Statues went for some money at auction on ebay. Most of those sold for $300 or more each. The reason I flew...

Join a Web Call Dec 8 w/ E. Gerber President

keysnruns

8

8 yearsjrs (1864): Thanks.

Witnessed and non-witnessed on same book?

Themaxx35

6

8 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): https://forum.cbcscomics.com/topic/808/page/1/hi-help-on-planned-submission/#6

Anyone bought from Highgradecomics.com?

Themaxx35

15

8 yearsStudley_Dudley (51568): I just placed a small test order with him today. I'm glad about the feedback for him. In my limited communication with him, Bob seems like a stand up dealer.

How do Double Covers get graded?

dmoloth

13

8 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): I had a double cover book with grades of outer cover 8.5, inner cover 9.0 get a final grade of 8.5. Reason given was rust migration of staples to the center-fold. With that defect, top grade would be a 8.5 regardless of anything else according to the graders, (this was a GCG graded book).

SPAWN #1 Black Ink Error

NormdaMarine

70

8 yearsTyrantK (136): So, you accuse someone of cheating based on the opinion's of others? No facts, no proof.... "Oh, I heard it somewhere." Thanks for addressing my questions/points. A true indicator of you actually wanting to have logical discourse. Troll on.

Should Lyria break out CBCS graded comics?

whetteon

3

8 yearswhetteon (10): www.lyriacomicexchange.com Here ya go.

Coverless comics

Odins_Raven

31

8 yearsshrewbeer (13263): That book brings back bad memories. Had my kids with me at the CS and so of course im distracted; I saw a good looking copy for $40. Happily paid for it and a few small toys for the little ones, got home and noticed the "marvel spotlight" at the top. REPRINT 😡🔫.

Star Wars (Marvel 1977-86 ) for sale? - Any?

Johnnylray

13

8 yearsJohnnylray (2675): Another good day at my mailbox! Thank you to Trilogycomics for a batch of nice Star Wars books for my collection! Very happy with the deals here on the CBCS Forum Board. Thanks Gerald! ..Ray

Lot of 58 Comics Pricing Question

LanaiHaole

11

8 yearsLanaiHaole (13): Thanks Ray!! I agree with that as I decided it would be too time consuming and expensive to do it that way so I'm in the process of listing them on eBay. I have a few Signature Series that I already listed. Thanks again Ray! Hope you have a great christmas Nathan

Ditch Fahrenheit's Journal #8

Ditch_Fahrenheit

271

8 yearssteveinthecity (624): The City. I don't travel about much.

Am I missing something here?

harmonicaman

10

8 yearsJWKyle (3300): I wrote down the war books at one time. I'm not sure if I got them all but here is what I have. And I'm not sure what painting goes with what book. All american Men of War 89,90 G.I. Combat 94 Our Fighting Forces 66,71 Star Spangled War Stories 102 They are listed on the war books in the Overstreet. The romance books I'm not sure but here are three more links. I couldn't find a nice clean list clickable text clickable...

Comic Auction Site Advice

tonnage71

6

8 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): Hey no problem. I really like how ComicConnect does their end of auction, makes it more like a real live auction, giving everyone a fair chance before the auction closes, unlike a set cutoff time where snipping is rampant. I wish the other auction sites would do this. I've noticed Ebay has begun running some live auctions similar to this also.

CBCS Grade Surprise or Check Online?

Thanatos

8

8 yearsThanatos (3201): This has been my life since it said the grading completed on Friday. The waiting was miserable.

Yellow Label Sketch Covers by Artists (ASP)

kaptainmyke

4

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Thanks dudes cowabunga brahs

To Grade or not to Grade

Jesselnc

6

8 yearsZarbongo (110): If you aren't going to re-read them and want to insure they maintain their grade then get 'em slabbed. If you're gonna do it anyway and they're collectible enough to grade why not if you've got the budget for it.

AW's headed to Paradise Comicon?

Gabriel85301

2

8 yearscomicsforme (4100): $40.00 signed threw Lando. Was at Alamo

COMIC ARTISTS/WRITERS THAT ARE ANTI-SLABBING

Revan_Q

34

8 yearsOrbitCityComics (1483): I have a book signed by him. I got it signed many moons ago when he was in Chicago for a store appearance. Good to know that it's rare.

Covers with Heroes from Different Publishers

enaz13

14

8 yearsenaz13 (2031): I would say so. That's definitely a bit odd, at least from someone that doesn't know anything about the comic.

ASM # 238 no Tatooz

Gaz973

10

8 yearsDrWatson (54356): FF 252. The one with the sideways cover.

ASM 252/Secret Wars 8: US vs. Canadian print

sonny4eyez

10

8 yearssonny4eyez (52): Thanks Everyone! All of you make valid points, in the end I opted not to get them signed. But I appreciate the responses.

Seller Tips and Price Points of Graded Books

kaptainmyke

17

8 yearsResurrection (661): @kaptainmyke I buy a Teen Titans 2 for $125.00 as a raw NM-, book grades 9.6 I sell it for $360/400. whatever FMV is. Random book is $5.00 and grades 9.8 sells for $25.00, well that is a book nobody wanted.

Pressing and Grading

Daddygetalong

3

8 yearsDaddygetalong (16): That answers my question. Thank you

Q: What does CBCS consider the first

OrbitCityComics

7

8 yearsDertyComix (912): I love this cover. I got mine graded and it came back with a sweet grade of 9.8.

Is this a problem?

lobovike

17

8 yearsTowmater (10537): :eek:

PUH-leeeeease grade my FF 48 - pretty please

ivegotneatstuff

10

8 yearsFoghorn_Sam (3769): 7.0-7.5

US Presidents On Comic Book Covers

JLS_Comics

10

8 yearsMetalPSI (4486): Ah yes, missed it :) Just love that Muhammad Ali vs Superman.

Where to get size guide (check trimming)?

QuaBrot

4

8 yearsPovRow (576): Basically the centerfold should stick out a little more and, as you approach the first/last page (this is when the book is folded normally) gradually stick out less. It forms a > shape when looked at edgewise from the top or bottom. Just get a newspaper and you will see it easily. Some books have the illusion of being trimmed because more art is cut off on the right edge or the top or bottom. This can be caused by mis-wrapping where the...

Elm St Sketch artist? Freddy at ECCC 2017!

kaptainmyke

8

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I love it! Thanks I want to get a cover done that hasn't been done before, so this will ensure of that. Great! I really want to do the Freddy ventroloquist idea from Freddy 2 where he's controlling a puppet ninja turtle on a cover of TMNT Universe #1. That scene was so creepy in Freddy 2. I'm still waiting to hear back from JG Jones

Chelsea Cain Issues Statement onTwitter Exit

JLS_Comics

15

8 yearsDrWatson (54356): https://media1.giphy.com/media/r35VO5DnOV8ty/200_s.gif

Frankie's Comics + Info on Virgin Variants

Darkga

8

8 yearsAznBane (70): @OrbitCityComics most places let you cancel orders just so you know. A fair amount of people canceled their Venom Greg Horn variant orders when the cover came out. I also know that Frankie's comics will gladly cancel an order for a product you're not happy with.

USPS delivery times

huskershawn69

3

8 yearshuskershawn69 (61): thanks...looks like my package was just delivered at 10:11am this am as well. It was supposed to be delivered yesterday, but usps said they tried to deliver and cbcs was closed. I wanted to figure out what time they usually do deliveries.

NYCC

apoptosis

6

8 yearsapoptosis (1): So I just got a email saying that its received. Not sure if its this forum post or not but I am glad they are safe :)

Comic cons

huskershawn69

17

8 yearsBigRig (2006): @Jeremy_K. Thanks it's almost like feeling old now lol

For Sale: Batman New 52 and Avengers slabs

WCollecbales

7

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): http://www.cvacomics.com/index.php/the-cva-sticker2.html

How do you display your comics?

antoniofett

25

8 yearsantoniofett (2277): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/d714bfec3f2f06ca0a979c09e0938ff6.jpg[/quote] This is my setup, I like using the j-channel because its cheap! In this image I just cut 2 strips of j channel in half and put strips of scrap wood behind to push them out. I think this setup cost about $8 to make.

CGC SHIPPING

alfie4bonnie

2

8 yearsHero_Restoration (58): Fixed that for you.

House of Secrets 92 -Pressing & Cleaning

ComixNstuff

3

8 yearsJustThatGuy (5004): that looks like a mike dechellis's work? maybe?

How do you grade comics with loose pieces?

kaptainmyke

20

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): What's interesting to me is the prices of ASM jacked up tremendously from last years guides to this year. So, that 1.5 grade last year was worth around $1500 but this year shot up to $3500. This book will continue to go up in value so the 1.5 grade doesn't bother me much. Intrinsically being unrestored and complete is evident. When I bought the book, it was alleged as a 2.5 but when it changed hands the book literally was so fragile it...

Current Creator Signature Fees

IncentiveComic

18

8 yearsBrian (49): In general we have been advised against discussing creators prices as they can change from show to show and do not want to cause any confusion. That being said some people who do not charge DO charge if you are having the book graded. In fact Robbie just stated at NYCC he only wanted fans personal books signed in his line he wants the rest to go through his agents table. Please be sure to inform the creator if the book is for grading to...

Inside First Page Signature Image Option

enaz13

6

8 yearsOrbitCityComics (1483): I actually like this idea.

Facilitator for VA Comicon

chazgee

6

8 yearsDarkga (4787): You could probably ask a mod, but I think it's good enough that you deleted the content of your post.

Expensive signatures

neku528

26

8 yearsJeremy_K (841): A guy at the last comic con told me while waiting in line for a signature that a signature from Stan Lee adds a $100 onto the value of the book. I held it together pretty well.

Submission with COA is Red or Yellow?

kaptainmyke

9

8 yearscjbehr948 (170): You'll get what Cyclops sees.

where is everybody?

PINKFLOYD

13

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): First episode yeah.

Will CBCS grade these mini comics for me?

kaptainmyke

14

8 yearsSirtoddington (1012): I posted a photo of an ashcan they graded for me in KC above. That should have answered the question on if they could or not. ;)

Newsstand marks on older books

jmh722

11

8 yearsesaravo (98813): If you look at the CBCS grading guidelines, a comic in Fine/Very Fine condition can have one fairly obvious defect if the rest of the book is okay. So it's entirely possible that the books could at least grade at 7.0. If you can obtain them at the cost of a lower grade than that, like a 5.0 or 6.0, it should be worth it.

Do you buy comics more for the Hero/Villian?

enaz13

17

8 yearsMio (541): Scarecrow and Loki for me as well. Villans make more interesting stories... Of course if they were real people we would stay far away from these psychos.

Ecoupons, something has to change

DarthLego

35

8 yearsArikhan (169): Just got an order back where I asked them to apply both of my two 2-day modern coupons and I was charged. I would be excited because it appears I still have two coupons, but then again, the next time I try to use them will they be applied? The title of this thread says it all.

Slideshow?

TyrantK

7

8 yearsQuaBrot (2018): Only time I've ever seen something like this was the 9.0 Action Comics 1 that sold on eBay for $3.2 Million (graded and slideshowed by the other guys). Yes, only makes sense for very high value books, otherwise just buy another copy of the book (at least up to $300) to read . . .

Catalog and price guide

DertyComix

31

8 yearsDertyComix (912): @GradedKeyComics i also use gocollect.com, i donlove that it is always updated with ebay sales. I did have some trouble finding some modern runs and variants that have bot been listed on the site. So at times it can be frustrating but it is rare that this happens.

Astonishing X-Men #1 (3rd Series (2004))

dburghard

5

8 yearsZosoRocks (2134): According to this website....ACE is defunct..... http://www.bipcomics.com/showcase/docs/gradingcompanies.php Not much after that..... Looks like this link shows the company to have only one employee ......Bob?.....*smiles* http://accurate-comic-evaluators-llc.san-antonio.tx.amfibi.directory/us/c/14820834-accurate-comic-evaluators-llc

Suggestions for Selling Collection

rdburghard

42

8 yearsdburghard (7): I thought I'd update this old post and say that I got my first batch of comics back from grading! Just going through normally without any added cost for faster service, it took from June 30th, when they received them to Sept. 21st, when they got back to me. I still have seven more out, but they have to get through CFP first for pressing before going on to CBCS, and they are now processing a month behind mine so it will be a while. I didn't...

Harley Quinn #1 variants?

Revelations

793

8 yearsResurrection (661): @dpiercy Thanks! I am bummed I have to wait for Del'otto to come around to get my others signed

Who drew this original art?

WCollecbales

15

8 yearsJLA555 (389): ?

La Mole Comic Con

JLS_Comics

11

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): just bought one thanks

Questions

JKenneke

7

8 yearsJKenneke (4): Thanks. My local shop told me about this site and I really dig it. I appreciate the help.

Yellow Label submitting own Sketch Cover?

kaptainmyke

22

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Yellow label CBCS 9.6-9.8 Auction on ebay at 99 cents and see how the public values the comic book. What do you think?

Cincinnati Comic Expo Witness?

AznBane

7

8 yearsTrinityComics (244): Our Stan Signing was pushed back to NYCC. Just a heads up. We can take mail ins or we can talk your book at NYCC to take to our signing. Thanks for the shout out!

Will the Dashboard eventually show my books?

dmoloth

7

8 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): PM me the invoice number of the one that didn't show up and I'll check on it.

Cincinnati comic expo

BigRig

7

8 yearsiamocelot (1): Hey Guys I'll be an authorized witness for CBCS at Cincinnati Expo, if you need anything let me know. I can help with Celebrities and Artists thanks, Bryan Kiefer

Interview w/ Peter Ricq of 'Once Our Land'

JLS_Comics

1

8 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Hey Guys! Happy NCBD lol Last night was the season finale of my YouTube show. Peter Ricq stopped by as our special guest, he is the creator of Once Our Land, published through Scout Comics, and is a book that sold out everywhere. it was the "hot book" on a number of spec sites due to the content and the super low print run. Anyway, it was awesome to be able to talk with him and listen to him tell his story. I hope you're able to...

Grafting/replacement of MVS

jmh722

6

8 yearsjmh722 (19): @Maverick: Can't post pics since it's at the buyer's house. The other page is definitely the same color though. Staples look fine though. That's what's so confounding. @Darkga: Thanks for the offer, but I'm looking for a high-grade raw That being said, if anybody needs to relieve theirself of a high-grade IH 181 raw, let's discuss. Thanks guys.

Amazing Spider-man issues #601 and #606.

neku528

18

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Wait, you mean there's actual pages between the covers? :Mind Blown: :D

A COMIC CHARACTER QUOTE GAME!!!

SilverAgeFan

89

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Jack Burton, Big Trouble in Little China

Stan Lee. Rose City Comicon. Photos are UP

kaptainmyke

40

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): what about the left and right brah

How do you become an authorized witness?

Themaxx35

19

8 yearsMathyus_42 (317): Hmm... I never got the badge either (haha), but would go for a shirt.;):D

Grading "personally" valueable books

bennyb86

31

8 yearsJoshua373 (100): My first comic wasn't something cool like Spider-man or the X-men. The first book I ever picked off the shelf was Power Pack # 8. I was 9 and the cover caught my eye because of the Kid super heroes, Cloak and Dagger, and several monsters. I have a copy of it graded 9.8. I also submitted a Power-Pack #1 I got signed by the co-creator at Heroes con. CBCS should be shipping it soon. Not valuable but priceless to me.

Walking dead #1 Cynthiana ky variant

BigRig

33

8 yearsBigRig (2006): Submitted these books today so we will see what they grade when I get them back. Both asp tony Moore and vsp Robert Kirkman. Will come back as a red label. 12 weeks in counting.

Who is on YouTube here?

JLS_Comics

3

8 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): That sounds very interesting! I never had a Commodore, the family computer at the time was a macintosh. It's cool that there are comic themed games for it, I will have to look for an emulator

Steve Borock live call in interview

UNNLonnie

16

8 yearsJesse_O (39314): Great interview!!! Thanks Lonnie and Steve!!!

Joe Manganiello is officially Deathstroke

JLS_Comics

4

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/19717c05198870cf9adb722b1f2505da.png

Completed Email.

therandyrobbins

22

8 yearsearthshaker01 (20414): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0d1148793037989fcdf30606e11fd563.png Got my email as well. Here is one of the 30 Goldkey #1's I'll be getting back soon.

Trying to make new order, no shipping opt

kaptainmyke

4

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/e7215d422a8a9f8c7acfb0f8f4eb9a92.jpg

Favorite Comic Story/Arc?

Alexsolo

19

8 yearsDespain (1618): I've been reading comics since 1986. I'm a huge Wolverine fan. I know that Old Man Logan is heavily inspired by The Dark Knight Returns and maybe Clint Eastwood's "Unforgiven," but I really enjoy the 2009 Old Man Logan story. Of course, I'm also a huge fan of the 1982 Wolverine limited series. The Proteus storyline from X-Men is also a gem.

PRINTING ERRORS

Revan_Q

43

8 yearsRevan_Q (31): For everything I collect my goal is to have it for 30 to 40 years, then sell it off. Let it appreciate in value and cash in for retirement.

Graded Comics Questions

Alexsolo

6

8 yearsLunarshade (190): Those Gemini mailers are top notch. Best way to send raw books in my opinion. If you are sending a lot of books at once read up on how to stack and roll in bubble wrap. Good Luck CBCS slabs are the best they are all I use.

What to get signed?

bythegram

7

8 yearsbythegram (681): Just in case anyone is curious. I strayed from my list and ended up getting Spider-Man #1 (1990) Platinum signed. That cover was really the first one I remember being crazy over as a kid and has always been a goal to collect them all. So it made sense to me to get one signed. I wish it was in white ink but at the end of the day it's signed, it's authenticated (huge thanks to the CBCS team at Toronto's FanExpo) and it's off to be graded (I don't...

star wars #1 question

Jeremy_K

24

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Darth Maul wasn't killed by Obi-Wan, he was saved by cybernetic implants same way Vader was saved. Darth Maul had a huge role in the Clone Wars animated series which is Canon.

Need help - the women in Cap's life

Jesse_O

5

8 yearsbythegram (681): FYI I just looked it up, #350 for sure.

Life Threatening Hurricane hits Florida

kaptainmyke

10

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): LOL. In the morning I listen to Brian Thomas on 55KRC here in Cincinnati. He has a segment during his news coverage called the "Stack of Stupid" and it is a running joke that it is always filled with crazy stories out of Florida.

AW and convention submission question.

Themaxx35

1

8 yearsThemaxx35 (2536): So this is a bit of a convoluted question, but I am considering having some books signed at the NY convention, but I am not completely sure how convention submissions work. If I use two different facilitator/AWs for the convention, can I use one CBCS order? It seems like that wouldn't be a problem because the AWs drop the books off at the CBCS booth right? So as long as a copy of my paperwork is included with each book submitted, it...

Changes in the Hobby?

Themaxx35

52

8 yearsEddiePaxil (88): On the positive side, despite the fact that some have deemed it a negative, I'm going to say the internet. Back when I stopped collecting before re-entering a year and a half ago the internet wasn't available to the public yet. Now I can connect with comic sellers and stores all around the country. In my search to collect every Hulk appearance this is huge. Back in the day, if my three local stores didn't have a back issues or collection of back...

The New Mutants #98 Print Run?

Despain

20

8 yearssoutherncross (32924): Rare print run for 98 would be the 1.50 Australian price edition. At the time less newsagents were carrying comics due to space and what they can sell in their place. And die hard collectors like myself went into the city where the comic shops were. As we were not prepared to wait the 3 months for the issue to appear on the newstand

ASM 25 VS ASM 42 VS ASM 43

WCollecbales

5

8 yearsMR_SigS (11124): @DarthLego I agree. Everything prior to 42 is a vague cameo. #42 is where her likeness, in that classic panel, becomes established. The cameo's don't give any indication that MJ was smokin'.

Black Eyed Kids by AfterShock Comics

JLS_Comics

20

8 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): The so called expert compiler in Black Eyed Kid accounts is David Weatherly, he runs this blog. http://twocrowsparanormal.blogspot.com/ What's funny is last year he talked about CreepyPasta's "SLENDERMAN" and it's similarities to "Mister Bloom" from Batman New 52 http://twocrowsparanormal.blogspot.com/2015/05/the-continued-growth-of-slenderman.html

Action Figures!

kaptainmyke

41

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): Some new toys I picked up recently: A rare unmasked version of Casey Jones: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/fe46cb3ea0623c598ba9a3430f0966cb.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/aa310101facb84d0a6a0fbc1c0c2ff49.jpg https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/6a435ccc82aa490615a60c38d820da07.jpg I...

Bent Staples, Thick Books, and Grades

AznBane

8

8 yearsAznBane (70): @Studley_Dudley That's really helpful and makes me more comfortable buying the book. Thank!

CBCS on-site grading

jmh722

2

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): The only on-sight grading was at the Tampa Bay con the first week of August. That was only offered because the con was close to the CBCS building. All other cons they have on-sight submissions, your books then travel back to Florida with the CBCS crew.

Witness Help in san francisco comic con 2016

neku528

2

8 yearsspidermanbeyond (7): I am going and might be able to help. How many books are you looking to get signed?

Added staples?

adgbiking

39

8 yearsIronMan (6255): It is confusing. Trying to clarify, what CGC is saying is that new staple holes were created by an amateur reinserting new staples and making additional holes in the process. Which is fairly easy to do if you haven't given any thought to how to keep all the interior wraps lined up. The staple being reinserted will tilt, slide and move about, creating new staple holes in the interior wraps. OR using non comic book staples as replacements for the...

New Comic Book Collecting Internet Show

Marc_1

29

8 yearsOffbeat_Archives (76): Sounds like a fun idea. Count me in as soon as I get some quiet time to enjoy it.

Introducing myself. Could you introduce CBCS

EddiePaxil

37

8 yearsEddiePaxil (88): Thanks you that very helpful. Enjoy being that the November Con will be my first ever I was confused as to whether they charge for signatures etc. So I tweeted him and he graciously got back to me tgat he doesn't charge but has a tip jar. Very excited to meet him and then get some stuff signed. Will also be happy to "tip" a man who's brough me so much joy.

Can you submit just art? A sheet of paper?

kaptainmyke

20

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): She was the bomb in Jennifer's Body yo! https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/f6068cafeb8ca0e4802970a2f972c1eb.jpg

Spine color breaks and 9.8's

jmh722

23

8 yearsRam_Jam (34): The Overstreet Grading Guide postulates that a 9.8 has the minimum of one small problem and a maximum of two small problems (page 127 of the second edition)

Is there a need to worry?

Gabriel85301

9

8 yearsTheMaxx (43): I had a signature series book arrive without the artists name on it. I sent an email to customer service, and they told me to send the book back. Contact customer service immediately. They do make mistakes.

Registry - Census

X24

10

8 yearsDrWatson (54356): How do you protect them with the cgc registry? With all the crack outs, pressed books, and resubmissions that don't include the original label, it's shot all to hell any way. The only information it can really supply is if a certain title and issue number has no submissions in a certain grade at all.

Interview w/ Aspen Comics Vince Hernandez!

JLS_Comics

5

8 yearsJLS_Comics (5463): Exactly! Siya Oum is also working on volume 2 of Lola XOXO

Question on signed numbered comics

enaz13

13

8 yearsMedicAR (301): :D

Questing related to pressing logistics

Oldbsturgeon

10

8 yearsSilverAgeFan (391): I recently got a metallic cover of Batman rebirth #1 very cheap. The reason- the lower RH front cover has what would best be described as a crinkle. It goes into the book pages about 10 pages. My question is, would this be a candidate for pressing. Other than that damage I could find nothing wrong with the book anywhere no spine text no color breaks it was perfect.

How do I safely prepare my shipment?

Zombiebigfoot

32

8 yearsDesigner_Toast (88): Those mailers are all I use now. They're fantastic!

PAGE TEARS/CUTS

Revan_Q

11

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): I think if the book grades at 7.5 or higher, that's a fair price. If it's less than a 7.5 I think it's overpriced. Without pictures it's hard to say, we don't know what the rest of the book's condition is besides the triangle cut.

CGC Damages Book Then Bans Submitter

JLS_Comics

57

8 yearsMetalPSI (4486): The intention of your reply quoting me doesn't look like that is what you are stating, at all.

How long do orders stay in your cart?

kaptainmyke

1

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I'd like at least 30 days imo

Getting ready to do my first submission

JeremeyN

6

8 yearsearthshaker01 (20414): Sounds good. After you grade them send them back to me for quality control check.

CBSI Pressing?

Themaxx35

5

8 yearsCCD (73): Looking at their site I would be a little skeptical. A 25% non-refudable deposit is required? The person submitting the books has to sign a liability waiver? No thanks on both of those. Minimum 5 books? You have to send pictures and have a discussion for Golden Age? I think if you look around at CFP or Comics in a Flash you won't see any of these kind of requirements. They also reuse the packaging you sent them to send it back to you, and if...

Elektra #12 Page 20 on Comic Link

Towmater

1

8 yearsTowmater (10537): Anyone else notice that the Elektra #12, Page 20 which sold on eBay through Sparkle City Comics on July 14, 2016 is being offered in the next Comic Link Auction? I am not saying there is anything wrong with that. It just seems like a fast resale. Wonder if the person who bought it did not like it when it arrived or if there is another reason? Looks like a great page. ebay - ...

very disappointed with a recent grade..

Cypher

39

8 yearsNYOneandOnly (1): Being as busy as they are calling everyone that has an issue they didn't state could take them forever. You can select a minimum grade you want on the book this would be the best way to protect yourself.

Does this look like a legit Tony Daniel sig?

DarthLego

4

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @kaptainmyke thanks Mykey

1 comic, 2 individuals, different convention

Gabriel85301

5

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): There's also the 2-day turnaround option, you could do for the first sig, but that would be pricey.

Breaking OPEN a Yellow SS Slab

Gabriel85301

4

8 yearsGabriel85301 (1764): Thank you!

Here's my "damaged" Stan Lee DF book!

kaptainmyke

8

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): I'll just leave a stack of comic books on top of it for a month or 5. #realtalk

Cincy Comicon

Verde

40

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @JeepinJesterJon there's two different conventions, Comicon and Comic Expo.

Another Pressing Question

dburghard

23

8 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): And I can review the ones he does not want pressed. Just in case.

Steve Borock facts

Brubaker

171

8 yearsJeepinJesterJon (1): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/2c8004c188a2404f75736e29e39c0595.jpg

What's wrong with my auctions?

The_Curmudgeon

56

8 yearsThe_Curmudgeon (1360): @kaptainmyke Are you trying to derail my thread?

FanExpo Toronto - On Site Grading?

Wolverine

2

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Here is the list of Cons CBCS will be at. They won't be on-site grading (except for Tampa Bay) just on-sight submissions. https://www.cbcscomics.com/news

Signature Location

Jamiemadrox

23

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Over and out brah. https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/0f5b5d6d4e47c8e8015c8393f4940580.jpg

ebay seller claims death in family, out

kaptainmyke

78

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Especially bridges that lead to a giant Rocksteady. :beer:

Notification of grade

howardknoah

13

8 yearscloudcloddie (88): yeah, that's a lie. My books shipped yesterday and I got my tracking info today, but the grades show up nowhere in my account. annoying.

Comic Grading Help!

smithy92

4

8 yearsESSA (52): Hey smithy i am also from the uk. If you type in the search bar for cbcs uk it will bring thread up for you or if you like you can post to cbcs uk on face book. send msg to Lee say Eshan sent you, i was recently in contact with Lee at the the mcm Manchester comic con his great guy he will help you answer all your question and submit the books for you. il get you some link ...

Forum Use and suggestion

Towmater

4

8 yearsTowmater (10537): Another request- Can we get an ignore feature or a way to collapse posts so they do not have to be read? When a post takes a long time just to scroll past, because you don't want to read what is within it, a way to collapse or shorten it would be appreciated.

Went to LCS, saw a brand new CGC case, OIL!

kaptainmyke

9

8 yearsVillageIdiot (1336): No, they have not. Want to see a plethora of mine without such?

Dynamic force (COA) submission

ESSA

7

8 yearscjbehr948 (170): CBCS sent all COA's submitted with my books back to me. I just opened the bag & put the slip in the back with the slab.

Preacher.

kaptainmyke

23

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @Maverick yeah, it will be a sequel with the same cast. They said seasons will be set a few years apart story wise because the kids are growing like weeds.

Do You Crack Your Slabs? Why?

mattness

36

8 yearsFN_2199 (55): CPR - Crack, Press, Resubmit. I'll only do this for damaged slabs.

I acquired a 9.8 CGC book...with wrong label

kaptainmyke

25

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @kaptainmyke yep, you submit it just the same as if it was a raw book. P.S. Let me know when that thing comes back to you. (Unless it comes back with rivets, lol)

BULK ORDERS

Revan_Q

14

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @VaComicsGuy you are absolutely right, if you have at least 2 moderns that are valuable enough to warrant 2-day service the membership is already saving you money by the third book.

Wolverine #80 X-23 Cameo?

ThisLand

35

8 yearsMR_SigS (11124): Yup, yup! If you look at the GPA numbers, X-Men #266 sells at almost 4x what X-Men Annual #14 gets. There's no question Wolverine is the hotter character, so getting 5x more isn't a surprise. That the amount is so much higher is simply indicative of HOW much hotter the character is.

SPOILERS - Dawn of Justice - SPOILERS

kaptainmyke

24

8 yearsroarzola (445): Here is my take of Superman for this movie. We have seen many variations of Superman and for some reason, we seem to latch on to Reeve's interpretation. The all good, always does the right thing, black and white, sees the good in everyone, perfect hero. In today's movie audience, who expects more realistic drama, that Superman would be more of a comic book character and not a person with real inner struggle. It's as he said "You can...

How Many Comics Do You Have?

Charlieinarizona

73

8 yearssterlingcomics (16): About 1k+ graded and about 500ish ungraded.

Can't upload pictures

DarthLego

4

8 yearsPre_Coder (19856): Works now! Thanks! :beer: https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/823cd93f9db206b62a0148b6580cb8e2.jpg

STAR WARS COMICS

Revan_Q

62

8 yearsJeremy_K (841): get a sketch?

Has Grading Gotten More Strict?

Jcorlin87

33

8 yearsResurrection (661): Grading strict vs. loose with CGC/CBCS is usually a +1/2 or - 1/2. So I have had books I thought would be 9.0 get 9.4, and others 8.5. I have had "shoe in" 9.8s get 9.6s for no apparent reason. Grading fluctuates very little, last year I received about 160-180 9.8s from CGC, this year they are a little more harsh. My submission with CBCS last year was tight, this year I don't know. But if you are seeing a 9.6 and it gets a 9.2. It...

How much will this reduce book grade?

ibrcn

12

8 yearsibrcn (1): Thanks for the insight. All things being equal if this is the only thing wrong with this book and all else is perfect, what grade will it get? I understand that other flaws on other books will decide the outcome of the grade. I will make that determination according to each book. I'm just not how much these flaws effect grade especially the fold crease since it's basically production error. Cheers.

Any other good Samurai based comics?

Jaydknight

14

8 yearsJaydknight (308): A lot of great suggestions in here! Thanks, guys! Wasn't having much luck on google finding any other series! Definitely going to check these out.

Proposed Functionality

DrunkWooky

26

8 yearsTedsaid (7340): I didn't know that ... good to know, thx.

civil war ii #3 cover damage manufacture or?

ESSA

12

8 yearsESSA (52): hey thanks for the investigation ^^ is that the same crease that i mentioned in the above post's. also i went to do some investigation of my own, i did'nt see any ding sin the corners of the books so i guess my comics books were the unlucky one's they got damaged in transits.

Micro Chamber Paper and PETG

sterlingcomics

12

8 yearsKanaloa (183): PETG is better, breathing good, not breathing die.

Reholder Question

DarthLego

8

8 yearsMR_SigS (11124): I think in a simple reholder without damage situation, they won't reinspect unless you pay them for the service. If they were to see damage that may affect the existing grade, I'd guess they'd contact you with options.

Dark Shadows #1

dburghard

19

8 yearsStronguy (127): http://media1.giphy.com/media/6OWIl75ibpuFO/giphy.gif

So wait, 10FOR25 Hastings variant sales

kaptainmyke

26

8 yearsoldmilwaukee6er (10): I ordered 10 after reading this thread... Some to collect and some to flip locally. The 10 books arrived in 5 different shipments with two books consisting of only a bag/board and bubble mailer. My books ranged from VFNM to NM+ & oddly one bubble mailer with a slash in it yielded a beautiful NM+ copy of Black Science 2

2nd Submission graded wrong by CBCS?

ERIC0523

125

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): I think Terminator Genesis displays perfectly the actual mess that comes from messing with the time line, and then messing with it again, and again. Every time travel event triggers butterfly effects that flow down the time line and then alter the very future that created the original time jump, thus again changing how that jump effects everything else. Eventually you end with multiple parallel timestreams happening simultaneous and now anything...

Dealers that frequent conventions that grade

Tideson

6

8 yearsobiwan1971 (243): Forgive the error

Quick question about Uncanny X-Men #400

Mister_Mister

4

8 years00comics (4): ...or just do a page by page comparison and see what is 'missing'.

[POLL] Which logo and label do you prefer?

JDM

35

8 yearsTedsaid (7340): I don't like the website used for the polling. SurveyMonkey is clearly superior. I think we should ditch the current poll and set up a new, professional poll on SurveyMonkey.

Help a child with cancer/Super hero drawings

BillsComics

4

8 yearsBillsComics (148): Really awesome of you . I have contacted one of the people in this article on Facebook about sending some comic books. I have not heard back yet though .

for new bees

zab47

5

8 yearszab47 (13): wow I thank u for the reply I will head your advice and keep it on top of my bucket list I am writing down don't trust the mind to keep my learning skills up to date would people mind if I put some up for advice I need to learn how to scan them I have and older computer and I bought comic base and extra storage way to soon to use it the right way so that is on hold my problem I go too fast and need to stop and listen to advice I am...

Can someone identify this original page?

kaptainmyke

42

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): @DarthLego He won't budge at $1500 for a Albedo #2 first printing 9.4 graded. I told him I have $1000 calling his name should he change his mind before 9/1. Oh well. I refuse to pay more for convenience and rarity. I have mint carded original Usagi TMNT toys and his original work on TMNT in #47, Donatello Pinup, and Turtle Soup.

Dc comics robin promotional kit

Tchurch

24

8 yearsTchurch (1): Lmfao !,should we sell him mine for 4 ???

Wythville Pedigree

DarthLego

23

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): @zab47 create a brand new thread asking the questions you want, it's easier that way.

Red, Black, Silver, Gold, or Copper?

kaptainmyke

9

8 yearsDick_Pontoon (2407): Metallics can dry slowly. You need to be careful of smudging the sig.

BATMAN BEYOND: RETURN OF THE JOKER

Revan_Q

8

8 yearsroarzola (445): Three years ago at the SDCC, I think it was 100.

Shopping Cart broken, cannot order! HELP

kaptainmyke

26

8 yearsStelbert_Stylton (1090): This is a modern-centric viewpoint too. If you use Rapid you make up the difference with 11 books, with Quickstream you break even with 16 books, etc.

Whiz Comics 6.5 on C'Link

Sagii

11

8 yearsSagii (8437): @Stelbert_Stylton Yes, and it went under the radar for years before DC Comics made the character a mover and shaker in the DCU. And then the Dwayne Johnson rumors started too and 'Wham' hot book. That is the example I have always sighted as GA book affected by movie buzz. And like Resurrection said, six figure books are likely not really affected by movie buzz/box office ( unless you're Captain America Comics #1).

CBCS Label errors (PLS consider correcting)

JazzyJeffie

32

8 yearsMR_SigS (11124): lol Yeah, I didn't see the issue numbers. I thought you were asking for the label to say, "1st Appearance of The All New Iron-Man".:oops:

Help identify and value pre-war train comics

kaptainmyke

11

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Both of those railroads are listed on ComicsPriceGuide.com

TPB Pressing?

DarthLego

3

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): Sweet.

Can I submit my TMNT 1984 comics to CBCS?

kaptainmyke

5

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): The max size is 7 & 5/8ths x 10 & 1/2 inches. (7.625 x 10.5) and 0.24 is max thickness.

Comic Restoration Yes or No

molcott

20

8 yearsDarthLego (20518): This is why I'm picking out books that don't have a high current FMV in and of themselves to get signatures. That way a 9.8 becoming a 9.0 is not heartbreaking.

Comic Books with detached covers?

kaptainmyke

15

8 yearskaptainmyke (27079): my goal is to get all red labels on everything I've had signed by him. I am getting all my Conway signed Spider-mans signed by Stan. However I need to pay for some of this stuff so I am getting some key books signed to sell since I have no desire to keep them. New Mutants #98 signed by Liefeld and now Stan Lee, old Journey Into Mystery comics signed by Stan Lee such as first Magneto and vs Hulk, etc...A solid 8.5 JIM 83 GRR signed by...

Migration in progress

Cemeteryseth

17

8 yearsSteveRicketts (19130): No problem. Glad I could help.

Help choosing between two books

dielinfinite

27

8 yearssamediarchon (94): This looks like a nice copy. Good choice!

FMV for signed comics

Jayzer

3

8 yearsOdins_Raven (2389): If the artist is still alive there should be at least a few example price ranges to go off of. If they are deceased then it gets a little harder to pin down a price since most deceased artists did not sign a ton of stuff, unless its someone like Herb Trimpe (RIP). Jack Kirby is a good example of someone who did sign a decent amount of comics but since none of them were "authenticated" it makes finding a legitimate signature a...

Submission of comics

scbeachbum

7

8 yearsscbeachbum (4): Nope. Not me. Must be somebody else. I'm not on that forum.

Is It Ok To Buy / Own 9.6 Books

mattness

60

8 yearsJWKyle (3300): I corrected your statement:(|)

Neal Adams Signature Sticker?

thebeardedbat

23

8 yearsspaulus (486): Batman2001 comments will be addressed. Any AW who does not identify themselves as a witness is not acting as a witness. Each and every signature that is being witnessed, the witness has to identify themselves as a CBCS witness. If an AW does not identify themselves, their status as an AW will be revoked, and all of their books in the grading pipeline will not be eligible for a yellow label.

WTB: Marvel Family Comics #1

Jcorlin87

3

8 yearsJcorlin87 (13): I have been looking for this book for years. I came across a 2.5 last year, but it was to low a grade and overpriced

Question about my submission

molcott

3

8 yearsmolcott (49): ok thanks

NEW CGC HOLDER TO CBCS 20% OFF til July 1st

SteveBorock

150

8 yearsGwenlocke_Variant (68): so do i subtract 20% off the total and thats how much i make the money order for?

Facebook Comic Groups

Marc_1

19

8 yearsDrWatson (54356): "Cry 'Havoc!', and let slip the dogs of war".

Is this how crazy things have become?

infinityG

31

8 yearsinfinityG (1280): @The_Curmudgeon The term some guys at a local shop I go to, call these folks "number chasers" lol

Where do you buy your books?

ThisLand

25

8 yearswarbooks (55): I buy lots of lower grade reading material from Mycomicshop. I like their selection and strict grading.

Emails with order updates...

SteveRicketts

21

8 yearsasteroidcomix (21): I have not received an email for anything I sent in at the end of May. Three of the tiers have shipped. Pretty frustrating because you can't see grades, don't know when books are going to arrive, and then end up having to drive to fedex to pick them up (30 min drive). CBCS, please fix or find a way to post the information in the account page.

Are we in the middle of a comic bubble?

Maverick

52

8 yearsinfinityG (1280): lmao "A comic book could save your home from foreclosure." right... If you have a solid SA collection, with some GA sprinkled in, then maybe... @Maverick "Its in the best interest of these large auction houses to help pump up the market, With each future major sale expected to top the last. Its all good when it comes to profit for some people." Nailed it. I think they ruin the hobby. It only boasts who has...

How do you choose which comic book to slab ?

WitchKing

24

8 yearsSpiderTim (3371): I slab anything that is potentially worth money. My first submission was filled with over 100 books and after that experience I am trying to be more careful with the way I pick what to slab as I don't have an inheritance of money for slabbing.lol

WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE STAN LEE SIGN?

Revan_Q

21

8 yearsOwen_Lorder (463): No brainer here https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/c1f51bb0bceb2394fa93837954e69e43.jpg

So sorry!

SteveBorock

49

8 yearsbird (4): Glad to hear that you are feeling better Steve! Take care and be well! - Sean W

What do you think of the new CGC holder?

DrWatson

500

8 yearsKinzebac (826): Thanks for letting me know. CGC seems to be short on answers these days, and the answers that are given, vary from one employee to the next.

OA Slabs

Mathyus_42

36

8 yearsMathyus_42 (317): Holy crap, that is some beautiful work. I feel so bad that it is set in that case.

Calendar

Ynkyboy

6

8 yearsSpiderTim (3371): I concur!

May I sell comics here? ("For Sale" tag?)

thirdgreenham

135

8 yearsMetalPSI (4486): lol PGX so bad you can't give them away

Dry-cleaning and pressing

infinityG

51

8 yearsSqeggs (218): Given that people seem to have been buying up apparently undergraded old label books for a long while now, I actually have the opposite reaction when I see a higher-dollar old label book up for auction: What's wrong with it? :)

Pre-Screening

PovRow

9

8 yearsg4tsoul (1): I submitted my first book for verified signature and added a grade screen but just realized I don't really care what the grade ends up being, I'll want it encapsulated. Do you think I should make contact with them before the book hits or since its a VSP submission it won't matter?

Grade Screening

jbarnes020889

5

8 yearsdielinfinite (26821): From the wording it seems you'd need 70% of the books that were screened to pass, not 70% of your order, so the latter of your two situations

Marvel Super Special - graded by CBCS?

howardknoah

2

8 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): Hopefully they add magazines as a submission option, but right now the answer is no.

My Maxx Grail

MetalPSI

16

8 yearsStelbert_Stylton (1090): http://www.comics.org/character/name/maxx/sort/chrono/

Are turnaround delays retroactive?

JDM

4

8 yearsJDM (55): I already added an extra day for Memorial Day, but I was unaware that conventions delayed turnaround time. Hopefully my comics will be done soon, but I will definitely check with support tomorrow.

Sales Format/Etiquette

Maverick

43

8 yearscatrick339 (450): I like this pretty well. Solid set of guidelines and anybody who has hung out Over Yonder will be familiar with all this. I may have to toss up a book or two this weekend just to test things out!

Comics released in a bag

Jayzer

2

8 yearsEmporiu_Purgatorio (10): They are removed, my friend. They will also degrade the book over time. But they need to be able to look through entire book to grade it. :-) I've seen those who keep them bagged, those who don't, those who buy one of each, and myself, I keep the bag, but place it behind the backing board. Entire original package together, comic out for inspection/reading/grading.

Valiants X-O Manowar Jam Cover

Muaythaiguy

1

8 yearsMuaythaiguy (97): In September release the special Jam Cover. My personal challenge is to collect all 50 signatures and send it to CBCS if i have all. How makes it CBCS possible to put all signatures informations,etc in one yellow label?

Question on maximum values per tier

rayne5446

3

9 yearsSpiderTim (3371): I also use the raw value of a book in the condition I consider the book is.

Autograph Fuss

JazzyJeffie

23

9 yearsjoelzstuff (90): @Soma: I seen some DC Comics Signed by Stan Lee on eBay. there was a New 52 Detective Comics #27 SS CGC by Stan Lee not too long ago. That bugged the hell out of me. Anyways, It depends for me, the actors must be known for that character for a long time… like someone said before, I’m not going to have the cast from the walking dead sign my Walking Dead #1… the characters come and go. BUT, I have gotten Adam West and Burt Ward to sign...

SIGNATURE VERIFICATION

Revan_Q

15

9 yearsMR_SigS (11124): Thank you, Dr

CGC Signature to CBCS Signature

NeganKilledMe

9

9 yearsRyanHicks (1974): Yes, you can have it re-slabbed under the ART program instead and it will maintain the yellow label.

CBCS Return Shipping

Neoheroka

15

9 yearsDrWatson (54356): I have my FedEx account linked to a credit card. I think the last one was about $24 for around eight books.

New Feature, "Jump To First Unread Post"

SteveRicketts

4

9 yearsDrWatson (54356): https://cdn.meme.am/instances/400x/65052454.jpg

Questions/Suggestions for These Boards

PovRow

167

9 yearsMR_SigS (11124): I tried [ s] [/s] and found it "slashes" text, but [spoiler] [/spoiler] doesn't work. I can always just remove large clusters of images when I quote someone (to help reduce page clutter), but I like the spoiler feature for the benefit of viewers who may not have seen the original quoted post. So I guess I'm asking if we (or can we) have a spoiler function?

Can books ripple with age?

jmh722

9

9 yearsCFP_Comics (3986): Depends on the level of humidity. Could be slight ripples along the top and bottom edges, all the way to a wavy distorted book. Having worked on many copies NYX #3 it is one of those books that had issues right off the press.

Canadian experiences and information please

TheChizzle

8

9 yearsTheChizzle (4): Great responses, thanks you fellow collectors! Much appreciated.

are we ever going to see post counts added

Kinzebac

8

9 yearsThe_Watcher (4188): https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/07bac8e93dead0cb401ba22d80fd39c1.gif

Are p̶o̶s̶t̶ ̶c̶o̶u̶n̶t̶s̶ likes important?

thunsicker

47

9 yearsThe_Curmudgeon (1360): If you want to count posts, just get in the car with your ol' lady and drive down any highway in Texas. More posts than you can count.

Selling on the CBCS forum?

jmh722

14

9 yearsjmh722 (19): The folks across the street have a buying and selling part of the forum that is completely user-governed, and I've bought and sold there without any hassle. That's why I was looking for some clarity here too.

Why is the thread saying file size to big?

punisher129

3

9 yearsStelbert_Stylton (1090): Or host it yourself somewhere else like Tiny Pic, Photobucket, etc.

DC rebirth Leaks hit net. Books 2 speculate?

ares

1

9 yearsares (88): With Bleeding cool and Newsarama spoiling the first issue of Rebirth do you see potential for books to spike?

What is the next thread to be copied...

Towmater

12

9 yearsconditionfreak (11292): My guess: It will have something to do with pressing. And it will go into 50 pages or so. There will be "breakups" of long standing couples, and several uses of ten letters which read as a put down IF you can figure out what word each letter stands for. No one but the person who typed the letters, will know what the sentence is supposed to mean. But no matter. There will be a lot of butt hurt anyway. Shall we get...

Mark Hamill

Revan_Q

6

9 yearsdielinfinite (26821): Yeah it was about $100 per signature when I saw him and it was $125 at the Celebration 2015 convention. In both those cases, Official Pix was the one organizing the autograph session, which included various other celebrity appearances, so he'll probably discouraged from giving away any free autographs.

CBCS Memberships

Mathyus_42

12

9 yearsMathyus_42 (317): When you pack your books for shipping make sure to include a note with them saying what coupons you want to use and on what book. You would do the the same with the fast pass as well.

Glenn Fabry

Revan_Q

1

9 yearsRevan_Q (31): Besides Philadelphia, PA Wizard World, does anyone know if Glenn Fabry will be appearing at any other cons?

I want to get a sketch...help

roarzola

17

9 yearsJeremy_K (841): Collect blank variants ahead of time. Bring em to every convention.

Who is your favorite copper age character?

Towmater

50

9 yearsDespain (1618): I didn't see a mention for Mr. Sinister https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/076626481b05323c2e655d6b5f3b971e.jpg Or a mention for Dawn https://e3effa51eee72fd900e3-2fb779bd12ec72d4612275342f2c9187.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/4872053668c9a3a41ae81eeb14a0b503.jpg Tyger Tiger (not well known but I like her) ...

Red Tool

Evangelon

3

9 yearsSpiderTim (3371): It might eventually be spec worthy.

What happened to the cool comic gallery

Kinzebac

9

9 yearsSpiderTim (3371): It was and it should be brought back.

What unreleased issue do you want to grade!?

DrunkWooky

2

9 yearsBronzeAgeBaby (286): Francavilla's Black Beetle Necrologue stuff ...

cbcscomics.com personal inventory feature?

jedijohnson

10

9 yearsinfinityG (1280): Will there be a feature to upload your own pics of CBCS books into Collector Sets?

Is this forum slowing down?

Kav

16

9 yearsDrWatson (54356): No, I don't believe you're wrong and it would be a great feature for them to add. As the forum grows, you're right, it could become problematic.

PGM Amazing Spider-Man #121

Treco

9

9 yearsPre_Coder (19856): From what I can tell in the pics, looks like a solid 8.5 to me as well.

Question About Timing on Website

swarscollector

14

9 yearsTimBildhauser (2239): We are presently experiencing some difficulty with our email notifications as books go through the grading process. It's being worked on and the regular step by step notifications should be going out again soon.

First time as an AW

Chromophage

7

9 yearsChromophage (7): Thanks again :P

What Scanner is the Best Scanner

DrWatson

54

9 yearsKevinGawthrope (118): Great tip!

Fun Tips For The Board Software

PovRow

11

9 yearsBeamer (157): How do you put the flag in your profile? I see a few people with their respective flag countries.

Ditch Fahrenheit's Journal #7.1

IntoAnother

554

9 yearsJerkfro (2072): ummm I got the thread over 500 posts?

What does the "*" Mean next to your grade?

SuperPaul

7

9 yearsSteveBorock (926): Everyone gets surprised by a grade. That's the reason for the check mark on the label. It means "Check the graders notes as this looks better than the given grade". We thought a * would be good but the certified collectibles group sent us a lawyers letter stating that because they use that on coin labels, most of you would confuse our comic with their coins as being from the same company. I am pretty sure all of you would not confuse a...

Unoriginal covers

GMcomics

7

9 yearsJesse_O (39314): Yep!! Lesson learnt!!! If I find a comic I might want to slab on eBay, I send the seller a question asking if all the pages are there!!

CBCS process

JeyNyce

12

9 yearsJazzyJeffie (439): Oh, let me check my CBCS Slabs. Thanks for sharing the observation.

Request a tag thread

thirdgreenham

15

9 yearsJazzyJeffie (439): There's already a dedicated thread for this: clickable text

Status of my books

Ebandy

8

9 yearsNamrepus28 (165): To add to DrWatson's response for anyone else who pops into this thread: CBCS's website is very much still under construction. It's basic functions work well enough. I haven't had an issue with submissions since they switched over from their old site. HOWEVER, at the moment the status updates can be a little behind, and can get stuck. (I received books at my door when they were still "Shipping" on the grades.) I'm at a loss as to...

What is the history of Taskmaster vs.

Towmater

19

9 yearsTowmater (10537): No one draws Deadpool like McGuinness. The way he used to draw figures that were thick is just perfect for Deadpool.

eBay question

FireEmblem77

7

9 yearsFN_2199 (55): I had to call them last month and I got my selling limits upped. After the call I got both my listing and value limits raised. I thought I had to call so they could give me a sales pitch on opening an eBay store (which I was planning to do anyway). No sales pitch. I was the one that mentioned opening a store. Anyway when I did open a store, my limits remained the same and then a week later, they were automatically raised again. It should just...

Cracking CGC Signature Series Cases

Nick

3

9 yearsNick (17): I probably should have mention I recently signed a Authentic Signature Program Witness Agreement to be the secondary witness for a comic company called The Comic Alchemist. On a side note I guess I would have to send the comics off through the primary witness account?

Convention question

Jamiemadrox

5

9 yearsDarryl_H (1707): If you pick up at the CBCS offices, they do charge a $5.00 fee.

Membership ecoupons

rayne5446

1

9 yearsrayne5446 (13): Hi, Anyone know when the ecoupons that come with membership are available? I'm still not seeing them at checkout under rewards. Thanks

Processing time

Arabiace

8

9 yearsTheLiamSturgess (289): Edit: Resolved!

Two Seperate "Movies Television" Tags

PovRow

1

9 yearsPovRow (576): Just a heads up there are two tags labelled Movies Television. One has 5 topics and the other has 6 different topics. Can they be combined?

CBCS Website Help

Mathyus_42

12

9 yearsMathyus_42 (317): No, I am not an approved witness. I wish I was, it would make this process a lot easier. LOL. I was just going to do this year like I did last year. Someone followed me to get my books signed. the reason I would not be able to all of the books on Saturday is because it is a pretty full day for me. I am also a volunteer at this show, so some of my time will be for that. Zach already told me in an email that I can submit books on different days,...

Does anyone keep CBCS boxes for shipping in?

Oldbsturgeon

13

9 yearsnamvet (7): i use mine to ship back to cbcs raw books works great.

How do I create or join a group?

thirdgreenham

12

9 yearsThe_Watcher (4188): The "join a group" option was removed

Market Watch

Evangelon

4

9 yearsThe_Watcher (4188): I've noticed comics with the first appearance of these characters have jumped due to movie/TV rumors: Cloak and Dagger Power Girl Master of Kung Fu

What Forums does site need?

ares

22

9 yearsMetalPSI (4486): FB and Craigslist references should be laughed at

Email Notifications on Submitted Books

Charles_MOTU

6

9 yearsDarryl_H (1707): In most cases i believe the grades do not post until the book ships, so the person might not have been able to give you the grades at that time. If they updated to shipping last Friday it shouldn't be much longer. I know it is torture not knowing, and hope this issue gets worked out soon!

Adding a tag to a thread after it's created

thirdgreenham

7

9 yearsComicWiz (172): @mikew @The_Watcher I just sent a PM to The_Watcher about editing a thread with a tag as I can't seem to figure out how to tag. Thanks for your help