I agree with reading comics again. I started reading again last year after stopping for many years and many of Images comics are hitting it out of the park.
Expanding in the Antique Shop was a step of faith that paid off; congratulations. A dedicated dollar bin room is a great idea. Customers love quality dollar bins.
I really enjoy these videos and I am learning a lot. I am a returning comic book reader and collector. Comics right now are bringing me back the joy I had as a teen reading comics. Revisting characters and seeing where they have gone is so much fun and in a way like going back home and catching up. Meeting the new characters is amazing. Still figuring out the grading part of comics. As a kid I just read them and bagged them and then would take them out to use them help draw the characters. I would get a lot of milage and fun out of a comic back then. I am very happy to have found your UA-cam channel. Thank you for all the info. Keep posting cause I will keep watching.
What up bro! As in many cases in life, with comics, you win some and you lose some! I’ve had some pricey books tank in value and some inexpensive one soar like crazy. The good about all of them is that I bought them to enjoy, so those that had the downturn don’t hurt too much! 😀
These are the videos you excel at because of your inherently positive nature. I tend to be such a negative, cynical person and it’s exhausting so I’ve always been attracted to your channel from the very start because you are a good guy and you remember to keep comics in your heart, not just in your bank account. So I loved this video and hearing your great updates. Best comics channel on YT and best comics dude in the hobby! Thanks James! -Glen
Great video. Glad to see it isn’t all bad. I agree that reading is what it’s about. Not just about collecting but enjoying the stories and art as well.
I’ve been watching your channel for well over a year & your 1 of many people that have gotten me to start collecting, I try & watch your UA-cam channel anytime I can, keep up the great work
I was feeling really bad for you after watching the first video on bad deals. I'm so happy after seeing this video. I, too, have begun reading some current books and rediscovering the pleasure that comes from just enjoying the stories. They say you lose your joy for something once it becomes a business, I'm glad that isn't necessarily true.
Really happy to see the success with the Shorts/Tik Toks. Thats how I came across the channel originally...which has been GREAT for my comic collection, and TERRIBLE for my wallet 😀That perfect collection was fantastic. So happy to have my perfect 1st print of the original Dark Horse Aliens set because of that collection.
I stopped by your antique shop the 2nd or 3rd week you were open and bought a couple of your wall books. Amazing what the room looks like now! Have to get back up there to check it out soon! Love all your videos James! Keep it up! Much success in '24!
This channel is so much better than the short seller channels who want everyone to sell things at low prices to them by saying no one can post high prices (except them). I wish i could always get things for free, but trading has taught me a bigger wisdom. If the prices are too high for what you can afford, walk away and dont try to short sell the market if you want anything you have to be valuable. Experienced traders know the two sides of the deal and respect that they will reverse roles as part of buying and selling things. Market prices should not be fixed, you are correct about no gate-keeping!!
I just started my 10 year old in reading and collecting comics and he has a thing for the “What if” comics. So investing in reading is a great thing especially if you can get these very young kids into reading comic books. It’s part of my youth and I hope that he will continue into adulthood.
Transformers has me the most excited I've been since the early days of Image. Filled with twists and turns and lots of excitement. I'm enjoying all of the Energon Universe stuff really. I know "the industry is dying" and all of that, but if you look around you can find some real gems out there.
I think it is amazing when one can pick up a book for X number of dollars and then sell it for two time X number of dollars or more. Congratulations on all of these great sales that you made.
Love your videos, keep up the good work!
Reading is truly the best investment you could make!
Nuff said!
I also have a nice copy of X-men 141. Thinking bout sending it in
Nice expansion! Hope I can make it by sometime!
I'm starting to put some of my books on Ebay now just cause I have too much haha. I watch your videos for advice and knowledge.
I like the idea of having specific things you can look back at that were good choices!
I need to drive down to see the shop
Good data. Thank you for your content.
Love this!! Always good to hear from you!!
And you look great bro! Working hard across the board😎😎
The room in the antique shop looks great.
Collecting with my son has been my biggest investment. He started with me because he liked Miles Morales.
Poor kid
Peter Darker is such a boring character
Peter cracker is no better
Love the transparency 👍
Love that you rediscovered reading comic books. There's an endless amount of quality material out there to read!
"Local Man" is so good! So many great books to read these days. I'm jealous but also happy for that TMNT collection you got.
Always enjoy watching your content.
Another great video.. thank you!
Keep positive and enjoy the reading of the hoby
I wanna come to the antique shop so bad! Might try and make a trip there while im in Jersey
I agree with reading comics again. I started reading again last year after stopping for many years and many of Images comics are hitting it out of the park.
That is some contest!!!
Talk about a life changing prize!
Expanding in the Antique Shop was a step of faith that paid off; congratulations. A dedicated dollar bin room is a great idea. Customers love quality dollar bins.
Those Comic Fun Facts are indeed very fun!
Congrats brother! That’s awesome 👏 I’m in NJ definitely going to make a trip to your store one day
Bro glad you're back to reading. I collect primarily as a reader... it's the main reason I stay in the hobby.
Same here! IMAGE!
always enjoy the videos
Thanks!
Maybe I should watch your YT shorts. I haven't been, but I bet I've missed some pretty fun comic facts.
I really enjoy these videos and I am learning a lot. I am a returning comic book reader and collector. Comics right now are bringing me back the joy I had as a teen reading comics. Revisting characters and seeing where they have gone is so much fun and in a way like going back home and catching up. Meeting the new characters is amazing. Still figuring out the grading part of comics. As a kid I just read them and bagged them and then would take them out to use them help draw the characters. I would get a lot of milage and fun out of a comic back then. I am very happy to have found your UA-cam channel. Thank you for all the info. Keep posting cause I will keep watching.
Wish I was close enough to visit the antique shop. Love the videos!
Awesome to see the wins (and kind of wins) from the first half of 2024 James!
Very happy for you that your own X-Men collection got perfect grade. Congrats!
Despite the bad investments glad to hear there were upsides for you. Congratulations on the expansion of the antique shop!
love the videos, can't wait to visit your shop
What up bro! As in many cases in life, with comics, you win some and you lose some! I’ve had some pricey books tank in value and some inexpensive one soar like crazy. The good about all of them is that I bought them to enjoy, so those that had the downturn don’t hurt too much! 😀
I love the fun facts you started!!!!
This content is right my alley. Not a lot of intro or sponsored distractions. Straight to the comics.
That signed green lantern collection is still my favorite video of yours. An absolutely ridiculous collection
These are the videos you excel at because of your inherently positive nature. I tend to be such a negative, cynical person and it’s exhausting so I’ve always been attracted to your channel from the very start because you are a good guy and you remember to keep comics in your heart, not just in your bank account. So I loved this video and hearing your great updates. Best comics channel on YT and best comics dude in the hobby! Thanks James! -Glen
Thanks giving these fun shows. Your One of the Top reps
Glad you opened a shop and are doing this full time.
Believe it or not blue beetle has been good imo. Interior art is awsome. Thanks
I love your videos man your my main reason for my knowlege of comics 😊
Great job as usual! These are the types of videos I look for. looking forward to more!
I'm so proud of your success and participating in your claim sales!
It's awesome that you are reading again. In my experience selling it's easy to start seeing comics as work/money instead of the art they are.
Good follow up video hopefully the remainder of this year goes well for ya
James seek out Ram V's current Detective Comics run issues #1062-1089. Great Batman read.
Happy for you man. Best of luck for the rest of the year.
That daredevil was sweet! Awesome stuff
Got the first print of batman, the killing joke as a trade.
Great video. Glad to see it isn’t all bad. I agree that reading is what it’s about. Not just about collecting but enjoying the stories and art as well.
I consider myself a reader first and a collector second, I'm glad you rejoined the ranks of the readers.
Happy you did this video!!
Thank you for the TMNT's 1 thru 4. They look great! When I get them graded I'll let you know what grades they get.
Congratulations on your store expansion! We need more cheap comic and book stores.
James you should a valuable second print video
Glad to hear the success of the business and channel. 🎉
Amazing video James! Some very impressive books you got from the "perfect collection". Keep on hunting!
Staying positive is the key!
Very nice mcp 141
Great video James! It's great how you share all aspects. Very informative.
More space always leads to more sales which leads to more money. Congrats.
Near Mint is a very fluid word among collectors and comic shops 😂 great video.
Great insights on your comic book investments for 2024. Cheers to more awesome content!
I’ve been watching your channel for well over a year & your 1 of many people that have gotten me to start collecting, I try & watch your UA-cam channel anytime I can, keep up the great work
I was feeling really bad for you after watching the first video on bad deals. I'm so happy after seeing this video. I, too, have begun reading some current books and rediscovering the pleasure that comes from just enjoying the stories. They say you lose your joy for something once it becomes a business, I'm glad that isn't necessarily true.
Really happy to see the success with the Shorts/Tik Toks. Thats how I came across the channel originally...which has been GREAT for my comic collection, and TERRIBLE for my wallet 😀That perfect collection was fantastic. So happy to have my perfect 1st print of the original Dark Horse Aliens set because of that collection.
I stopped by your antique shop the 2nd or 3rd week you were open and bought a couple of your wall books. Amazing what the room looks like now! Have to get back up there to check it out soon! Love all your videos James! Keep it up! Much success in '24!
Awesome shop!
That's a heck of a good streak! Keep it up, hopefully that streak doesn't slow down!
Nice books! After that last video I was hoping you had big wins lol
congrats on the antique room for your comics and your new baby :) keep up the good work
You're fighting the good fight and living the dream brother
It's good to hear the good brother. The bad times are just there, so we appreciate the good that God brings our way.
Proud of you and your accomplishments. Keep on keeping on.
Love All the videos you do!!! And look forward to each New one!
glad to hear your shop is doing good. makes me feel like theres a little hope for the hobby out there
I love seeing you grow your comic business and social media footprint. Great video as always!
Congrats on the antique shop expansion. Stopped by when you were in the little room. I'll need to swing back through.
That was an embarrassment-this is now the real deal haha
The bad comes with the good lol. Keep the good investments coming man!!!
Right on! Nice to see some wins!
What a discussion
This channel is so much better than the short seller channels who want everyone to sell things at low prices to them by saying no one can post high prices (except them). I wish i could always get things for free, but trading has taught me a bigger wisdom. If the prices are too high for what you can afford, walk away and dont try to short sell the market if you want anything you have to be valuable. Experienced traders know the two sides of the deal and respect that they will reverse roles as part of buying and selling things. Market prices should not be fixed, you are correct about no gate-keeping!!
How about Fun Fact for Bernie Bubble and Ron.Fradkin for creating Comicon in 1964 on July 27 in New York.
Gotta love those well preserved original owner collections. I'm going through one myself.
Love see your videos my guy.
I look forward to the fun facts shorts each day. Great work.
Subscribed, liked and commented - just like I have on 90% of Mint Hunter videos.
A dollar bin room is like a thing from my dreams, my shop has a half of a short box “dollar bin” lol
I just started my 10 year old in reading and collecting comics and he has a thing for the “What if” comics. So investing in reading is a great thing especially if you can get these very young kids into reading comic books. It’s part of my youth and I hope that he will continue into adulthood.
Congrats on all the wins and thanks for sharing! I recently got back into comics after years away and am glad I did, making up for lost time.
Definitely some awesome wins! The shop is looking really cool!
Glad you had success to go with failures!
Transformers has me the most excited I've been since the early days of Image. Filled with twists and turns and lots of excitement. I'm enjoying all of the Energon Universe stuff really. I know "the industry is dying" and all of that, but if you look around you can find some real gems out there.
Glad the gamble on the shop paid off you're going to hit 40k in no time
I think it is amazing when one can pick up a book for X number of dollars and then sell it for two time X number of dollars or more. Congratulations on all of these great sales that you made.
Glad to hear you had some confirmed successes along with the misses!
Love videos like this. So much fun to see the journey.
The perfect collection is incredible! Very well done!
Yes I've been reading a lot this year. Congratulations on your wins.