In search of Daredevil #1 for my son-There's a reason-please read14095
Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
Hello everyone- I have lurked around here for a few years now and have made some sales/trades with a good bunch of you. I am presently looking for a low grade Daredevil 1(preferably slabbed) that I can make a trade for and give to my son. I know, I know- who doesn't want a Daredevil #1...but I have a very unique reason I want to do this... I have shared about this a little over on instagram/facebook...but over the Christmas Holidays my 15 year old son(my oldest) Liam went legally blind. This happened over the course of less than 6 weeks. It turns out he has a rare mitochondrial disease called leber's hereditary optic neuropathy( we just officially got this confirmation). This causes an extremely rapid, thankfully painless, vision loss I have 3 boys, and Liam is my oldest and was always the one that took the most interest in my comics. He is the one that I have trully shared this hobby with...this has been one of the hardest parts of this for him and I. He used to ask me every night for a comic or two to read before bed and I would always give him something. Liam can no longer read any text- at least with fluency, but he can see images periperally and has a few other pockets of vision. But he is officially legally blind now. This has been a rough adaptation for all. Because he can no longer read my comics, I have been starting to slab a little more and give them to him to look at in his room and on his wall and he can see the covers-in some fashion (one of the hardest things about this is that we know he can still see a little, but we just don't know what it is he sees). He has actually been drawing and it is a pretty unique way he is seeing the world(picasso-esque at times)- and he is actually getting quite good at it. He has been in pretty good spirits all things considered- but this has been a 100% life altering event I would very much like to give him a Daredevil for "his" collection. The story of a boy that went blind and became a hero contains obvious resonance these days... Now I am not looking for anything free, I'm not starting a GoFund Me...I am just looking to make a trade of many books( like an old school herschel Walker type trade lol) , for one- maybe a little cash included if I have it I know this is a hard book for many to let go, as I have been discovering- so i thoought I would explain why i am asking this... So if someone on the board has one, or can direct me to someone who does, I'd appreciate it. Here's Liam- not able to see, but really enjoying some pancakes- |
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The apple sauce and pudding were the best part... | Bronte private msg quote post Address this user | |
I don't have a book for sale but I find your intent honorable and if you decide to change your mind on gofundme, I would try and contribute a bit to the fund. Bronte. |
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You do know that the new guy brings the donuts, right? | DWeeB1967 private msg quote post Address this user | |
Unfortunately, I don't have a DD#1 for trade (or even in my own collection, for that matter) but good luck with the hunt, @Enelson. | ||
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I live in RI and Rhode Islanders eat chili with beans. | esaravo private msg quote post Address this user | |
@Enelson - Such tragic news, Ed. I really don't know what to say, but sincerely hope for the best for Liam, you, and your family. Unfortunately I have never owned a DD #1, but I would be more than happy to contribute some funds if you find one. PM me if there is anything I can do. | ||
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Collector | Hexigore private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by Bronte This. |
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Collector | Blair1999 private msg quote post Address this user | |
My wife is legally Blind, and she works for the State of Texas helping other who have recently lost some or all of their vision, so I am huge supporter of anything to help someone with Vision Loss. count me in for help, if possible. | ||
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Secret Moderator | MatterEaterLad private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by Hexigore Count me in as well. |
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Whenever you have a monkey riding a horse, I'm in. | Tom74152 private msg quote post Address this user | |
I don't have a number one, but I do have a few Daredevil I would like to send Liam as a gift. Nothing special, not in great shape, but he can actually handle them and feel the pages. PM me. | ||
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Collector | Jabberwookie private msg quote post Address this user | |
Same here. I’ve got a reprint version of 181 he can have if you think he’d enjoy it? If I hear of a DD 1 out in the wild, I’ll give you a heads up. I’ll check my local LCS. They are usually open to trades and deals. |
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Collector | tonnage71 private msg quote post Address this user | |
Good luck in your search, Ed. I don’t own that issue but hope someone here can help you out. | ||
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Suck it up, buttercup!! | KatKomics private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by MatterEaterLad ditto |
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Collector | BrianGreensnips private msg quote post Address this user | |
I don't own one either but I wish you success in your search. I am sorry to hear about your son. | ||
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
First of all- a Gigantic thank you- to everone here. I appreciate the thoughtfulness of this community. A couple of you have stated that you would help out if I found one - I really appreciate this gesture. I was really trying to do this independent of donations. I do have a sales thread of a few things- maybe if someone wants to buy somethinng they normally wouldn't and consider that a donation. I will be posting some more books over the next few days Here is the link- clickable text I 100% would prefer to sell and trade my way to this goal even if it takes a while...That being said- if someone trully does want to make a contribution to a Daredevil fund( and I assure you, it will be funneled towards that one goal only...I am many things, but manipulative dirtbag has never been one lol) you can message me and I will share paypal info Sometimes i get disillusioned and frustrated with the collecting community, but then sometimes it comes back and surprises me |
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Collector | Jabberwookie private msg quote post Address this user | |
@Enelson I found this on Ebay. It looks to be very much a reader. I’ll be watching your sales thread to help out where I can! |
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
@Jabberwookie yeah, I definitely saw that. That's why I was hoping to trade...I'm a ways off from that cash wise, but I could probably get there in 5 or 6 books...but good looking out! And thanks | ||
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Collector | Jabberwookie private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by Enelson You’re welcome and I’ll check for potential trades, also. I was thinking that worst case, you can have an amount that everyone can see and help you get close or all the way there with some sales. I’ve got a handful of comic shops I’ll poke around at, but it’ll be this weekend. I’ll keep an eye out for you : ) |
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Not trying to be an ass since February 12, 2020. | HulkSmash private msg quote post Address this user | |
Im sorry to hear this. I don’t have DD1. I’ll check my LCS. Would you mind posting a list of your tradable books? | ||
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
@HulkSmash thank you, I will get list together And thank you to everyone again, several of you have already messaged me. It means a lot. Also, thank you to those of you that have bought books today- it's all going towards the daredevil kitty |
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Collector | Hexigore private msg quote post Address this user | |
Hi Enelson, Do you think you could maybe use some superhero posters for your son’s room? I have been collecting them for years and have quite a few. I would be more than happy to give them to your son. Just let me know. |
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Collector | 00slim private msg quote post Address this user | |
I have some Silver age DD I could contribute. I traded away my DD #1 acquiring my AF 15, otherwise, I’d try & work something out with you for that. |
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
Again- a deep heartfelt thanks. A few of you have already bought from me or reached out in messages..so thank you. @00slim , those are great books, but not something I am seeking. I am very focused on trying to get the DD #1 @Hexigore I appreciate the offer. Thank you @HulkSmash here are a few of the books I have so far for trade: Star wars 1 cbcs 8.5 white page newsstand Saga #1 9.6 white pages Special marvel edition 15 7.0 white pages Caliber presents #1 cgc 8.5 Hulk 449 9.0 white pages newsstand cgc hulk label Still sorting out what I want to put towards a trade and I have sold some A couple people messaged me and asked about what my son has- so here's a link- LHON WEBSITE clickable text It only affects on average a 100 people in the United states, and approximately 30-50,000 WORLDWIDE a year. It is just a crazy, random, unfortunate thing. So if you have never heard of Lebers, you are not alone- because I sure as hell had never heard of it |
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Collector | Stantheman private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by KatKomics Count me in as well! |
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
Ok- once again- I am amazed by the kindness of people here. I am not going to do a Go Fund Me because i just don't think the purchase of a comic warrants a dire fundraising endeavor on that platform. I do feel I am trying to do something good, but I just don't think its the same as someone who lost a house or needs help with medical bills(and who knows, we may end up needing that medical bill help someday too lol) What I will do is say if you would like to make a donation to the cause I will send Thank You comics to you. Or a couple of you have bought from me and slipped in a little extra. Still my preferred method to achieve this goal is through sales or trade. I have a couple different leads on books right now and they all appear to be in 2-3k range. So that appears to be my goal range of sales. Please check my salesthread, I will be adding more later. If you don't see anything you like, you can make a donation and recieve "Thank You" comics back- I got plenty, and I would just feel better about giving something back instead of just receiving. If you would like to do this- please send to paypal edwardnelsonnj@gmail.com and give your address Thank you so much guys |
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The apple sauce and pudding were the best part... | Bronte private msg quote post Address this user | |
If gorilla glue girl can get a gofundme..... But seriously, good luck. I hope the community pulls together for one of their own.... |
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Masculinity takes a holiday. | EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
Oh man, @Enelson, I don't really know what to say in situations like this. His not being able to read certainly makes me pause to wonder why I care about a couple of spine ticks on something that was intended to be read. I don't imagine it's reversible, but I wish you the best. I just hope you guys will be able to find something positive out of the required effort and education process that is to follow. I don't have a DD1, but if you want something cheap in addition to hang on the wall, I always thought this cover was pretty special and they're easy enough to find: |
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
@EbayMafia ilike that what if issue- we actually have that one. A minor update on the search - due to sales and a couple donations I am about a 1/4 to a 1/5 of the way to getting the daredevil. I am waiting on a couple folks to get back to me too. Thanks again everyone- I am so thankful for the kindness of everyone here. Please continue to look at my sales thread |
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
And its official- thanks to @poka I made my first payment towards achieving my DD 1 goal for my son this morning- everyone please continue to check sales thread. As of this morning I am 1550 away. I will update periodically here. Thanks everryone- I still would prefer to sell my way there, but now that I have a clear amount and a goal if someone wants to donate to the cause,just message me and let me know. I am happy that I was able to find a copy from someone on here |
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The apple sauce and pudding were the best part... | Bronte private msg quote post Address this user | |
Glad @Poka pulled through. Glad community looks after their own.... | ||
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Collector | Enelson private msg quote post Address this user | |
Got a very nice surprise donation package from @Tom74152 today...thank you very much |
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Collector | Hexigore private msg quote post Address this user | |
Just want to give this a bump. This is an awesome cause. | ||
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