I remember declining to buy a 0.5-1.0 tales of suspense 39 in the early 2000s. I was like it’s cool, but it’s Iron man. He is a B-C list character. He don’t want to spend $80 on his first appearance. Then the movies came out he iron man was the biggest character in comics. I resonate a lot with what Matt was saying.
Great video. It is funny just how many different ways there are to collect and the different niches and how you and your collection change through the years. It keeps the hobby fun.
Thanks J. Lentz! Eye appeal is pretty subjective. There's certain defects that don't bother me and others that drive me nuts. That said, I always love to hear people in the hobby talk about what appeals to them.
Great video, thanks for doing this:) . In regards to scarcity, it would have been cool if Matt brought up USA PUBLISHED price variants (i.e., 35 cent, Canadian Newsstand Price Variants CPV, Australian Newsstand Price Variants APV, UK price variants) ,Mark Jeweller, Cover Variants, second printings, multiple Covers, Error issues, recalled issues, Foreign Editions, etc... I guess there's only so much time one can discuss in an interview.
Thanks, Angelo. Good questions. I haven't Matt specifically about those topics but did create a video on my out about the UK price variants if you'd like to check it out: ua-cam.com/video/lLkoOCy2h_A/v-deo.html
Comics for copyright . Thunder 1 was Whiz 2 went missing twenty years ago from the office. They are still looking for it. Also the Fawcett cut back there books by 75 percent print run on the last 5 issues.
Always enjoy your videos. I always learn something from you. Eye appeal works both ways: A comic shop nearby has an X-Men #121 in a 9.8, but the cover is slightly misaligned. They want a premium for it because it's a 9.8, but the problem with the cover drops it down to a 9.4 in my opinion.
Hi, Clint! Great point. It certainly cuts both ways. Especially for a book like X-men 121. If you're going to pay FMV for a 9.8, make sure it's a sharp looking copy.
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I remember declining to buy a 0.5-1.0 tales of suspense 39 in the early 2000s. I was like it’s cool, but it’s Iron man. He is a B-C list character. He don’t want to spend $80 on his first appearance. Then the movies came out he iron man was the biggest character in comics.
I resonate a lot with what Matt was saying.
Thanks, for sharing Alex. Uggh...$80. If we could go back in time :-)
Great video. It is funny just how many different ways there are to collect and the different niches and how you and your collection change through the years. It keeps the hobby fun.
HazelDan. It certainly does! It's funny...there's certain books that are life keepers; others come and go :-)
Keston, you are the man! Your videos are so great..every time you drop a video, I get excited to watch!!
Thanks Keston! These conversations are great!
Thanks, Derek!
Another very informative video. Excellent work, Keaton. Thanks.
Thanks, Chris. Matt and I did a video on rarity, and I thought we needed one on demand to balance it out.
Good discussion Keston! Ive thought about some of these over the years and have wondered what other collectors and dealers look for. Thanks!
Thanks J. Lentz! Eye appeal is pretty subjective. There's certain defects that don't bother me and others that drive me nuts. That said, I always love to hear people in the hobby talk about what appeals to them.
Great interview Keston. Beard is coming in nicely!
Thanks, Shane! Been working on it :-)
I was just wondering when you would post another video, thanks Keston! I’ve been grabbing some great stuff lately!
Thanks Bry! You've got me curious. What are some of the books you picked up?
Great video, thanks for doing this:) . In regards to scarcity, it would have been cool if Matt brought up USA PUBLISHED price variants (i.e., 35 cent, Canadian Newsstand Price Variants CPV, Australian Newsstand Price Variants APV, UK price variants) ,Mark Jeweller, Cover Variants, second printings, multiple Covers, Error issues, recalled issues, Foreign Editions, etc... I guess there's only so much time one can discuss in an interview.
Thanks, Angelo. Good questions. I haven't Matt specifically about those topics but did create a video on my out about the UK price variants if you'd like to check it out: ua-cam.com/video/lLkoOCy2h_A/v-deo.html
Great interview!
Thank you, VV!
Marvel Mystery #46 is my favorite Hitler cover.
Yeah, I love Pickle Hitler too! I was surprised it wasn't a favorite of Ben's...but then again, Ben is a 1938-1940 fan. Thanks for the comment CCG.
Comics for copyright . Thunder 1 was Whiz 2 went missing twenty years ago from the office. They are still looking for it. Also the Fawcett cut back there books by 75 percent print run on the last 5 issues.
Interesting Arthur. Are you referring to the ashcans? Thanks for commenting, my friend!
I think marvel superheroes 18 is super undervalued 1st GOTG for the same reasons as Avengers #1 what do you think?
I wonder if he had Thunder Comics 1 these companies sent to the Federal Goverment
Scoop comics 2! My favorite underwater cover!
You've got excellent taste, Peter. It's a phenomenal underwater scene. For me, it's a toss up between Scoop 2 and Seven Seas 4!
Well done. Matt has provided some enlightening examples about the comic industry. Nice guy but working for CGC seems to have taken a toll on him.
Thanks Michael. I liked his 1.8 example with the spine split.
Another great video. What you collect is like who you choose to date. Some guys like the skinny girls, big etc. Just enjoy the hobby.
Haha. So true!
I like matt
Thanks J-SonS!
Always enjoy your videos. I always learn something from you. Eye appeal works both ways: A comic shop nearby has an X-Men #121 in a 9.8, but the cover is slightly misaligned. They want a premium for it because it's a 9.8, but the problem with the cover drops it down to a 9.4 in my opinion.
Hi, Clint! Great point. It certainly cuts both ways. Especially for a book like X-men 121. If you're going to pay FMV for a 9.8, make sure it's a sharp looking copy.
Why can't people drop off their own books to CGC?
Keston, you are the man! Your videos are so great..every time you drop a video, I get excited to watch!!
Thanks, AG! Glad you enjoyed it.