How to identify tampering on CBCS slab ?6120
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| Hello, everyone. I am new to CBCS and just got my first slab. I was wondering how to identify signs of tampering, as one side of the slab is a bit different than the other. One side looks like there's a little slot or groove, maybe to help pop it open. The other has what looks like a small whitish glue mark or crack? Also, how can you tell if the inner seam has been cut and resealed? Finally, the comic does not sit perfectly flat. It looks like maybe the inner sleeve was sealed too tight. It sort of reminds me of the air pockets I've seen in some CGC cases. Has anyone experienced this before? Should I get it reslabbed? **The good news is the the online notes seem to match perfectly with the comic. I guess I am hoping everything is fine but just wanted to be sure.**     |
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| I'm pretty sure the markings on the sides are where they were separated when manufactured. Some look worse than your examples. As to the air pocket, I couldn't say. Any chance at a better look? |
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| https://forum.cbcscomics.com/topic/4005/page/1/cbcs-faq/#1 What are these marks on the sides of my slab? (photo courtesy of forum member b00ch) Those are the result of the manufacturing process of the cases. They are a normal part of the case and are quite common. They are not a defect and they do not harm the integrity of the case.  |
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JMR private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Thanks, KaptainMyke-- Your photos make me feel much better. Is there some way to make sure the label hasn't been swapped out? And thanks, Mr_SigS -- I will try to post a better photo as soon as I am able. |
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Quote:Originally Posted by MR_SigS I highly doubt the slab was tampered with, based on the pics provided, the issues shown are common byprofucts in the manufacturing and encapsulation processes. As Mr.Sigs noted, WRT the book not lying flat, pictures are required to format any kind of input. |
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Quote:Originally Posted by CopperAgeKids  ...  ...  |
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| That comiclink sticker is why I don't buy from their website (anymore)...you can't get that thing off woot leaving some major residue...and I believe I ruined a case trying to remove he residue... | ||
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Drogio private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @JMR have you read the forum thread on slab security? If the slab is less than 7 months old it may also have this feature. | ||
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JMR private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Drogio, thank you. I had not heard of that. I will check to see if it has that. | ||
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Quote:Originally Posted by Drogio Those stickers come off easily enough with the right adhesive removal i.e. naphtha. Just clean the area afterwards with several strokes of a (lightly) water dampened piece of cotton/paper towel/tissues. Repeat that a few times. Than finally go over the area with a dry cloth. No stain or residue is left behind, no damage whatsoever to the CGC case. |
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| Is there a way to tell when the comic was slabbed? I checked and it does have the plastic "weld" through the CBCS seal, and it looks intact. I am guessing it would be pretty obvious if it were torn, but I am still curious how long ago it was graded. I tried to take several angles to show the "air pocket" inside the sleeve, but the photos could not capture it. I had a CGC comic that had what I guess people call Newton Rings, sort of a pocket of air that appeared to put pressure on the comic. This is not as concentrated, but it does seem to put "soft" pressure on the comic. I was trying to see if it would flatten out, so I have stored it horizontally. Is this a bad idea? If the pocket is on the cover, should I store it with the cover facing up or down? Sigh... I spent a small fortune on this comic, my first from CBCS. I wish I didn't have to worry about this crap. I had a high grade WWBN 32 from CGC (9.2 with ow-w) and it bothered me enough so I sent it in and had it re-slabbed. It looks great, with no sign of the pressure from the rings, although it cost me more than $50 with all the fees, insurance, shipping, etc. |
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shrewbeer private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by JMR You dont have to. Theres nothing wrong with your slab. |
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