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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 10:35:55 GMT -5
Not sure if folks would have any interest in this, but I'll throw it out as an idea. Post just one picture of something comic book related from your Sanctum Sanctorum (or home as it were) and tell us a little about it (anything you want: history, significance, funny anecdote, etc.) Simple as that. Could be a bookshelf (or just a shelf) of favorite collected editions, your storage area, a comic or piece of artwork on the wall, just holding a favorite comic book in your hand, whatever. If you're up for it, would love to see everyone's little "slice of comic book life" they are willing to share!
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Post by Batflunkie on Nov 27, 2022 11:05:11 GMT -5
Was trying to think of what to show off and my mind immediately went to Robin Annual #3. It's probably the oldest book in my collection, I've had it since I first started collecting when I was 8 or 9 and it's one that I cherish the most. The story takes place in the Elseworlds universe and centers around Batman & Robin in Feudal Japan I think what I like about it the most is how well it's executed and very much with a sense of affection to Samurai movies. When I was younger, I had an "idea" of ninjas and samurai (3 Ninjas, Revenge Of Shinobi, Ronin Warriors, Samurai Pizza Cats, and TMNT to name a few examples), but never in their proper context of "war" and "honor" from the olden days The best part of it though has to be the Catwoman Kunoichi who refer to Robin as "Little Tengu"
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 11:25:03 GMT -5
It's probably the oldest book in my collection, I've had it since I first started collecting when I was 8 or 9 and it's one that I cherish the most. The story takes place in the Elseworlds universe and centers around Batman & Robin in Feudal Japan That's a great one to share, thank you so much. There really is something special about those earliest books from our youngest reading days, but even beyond nostalgia, this seems like a wonderful start to your comic book collecting. I think the Elseworlds imprint produced some remarkable stories, and this looks like a great one, I can see why you have enjoyed it so much. I remember looking forward to a number of those Elseworlds issues more than the regular titles on many occasions back during this time to be honest!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 11:32:42 GMT -5
When my source got me this book back in 2000, he asked me to join force with him to take down a dealer he fell out with. He was only 18, just got his credit card and had a crush on me. I was also a teen, a bit younger, and knew about the other dealer's bad habits (he wanted to monopolize the local comics scene and treat it as his turf, which was stupid). I waited a bit too long to get USM #1, thinking it would be another rehash of Spider-Man Chapter One, so I was stunned when the fair market value at the time was over $50 when I did get it. I began to dabble in 'flipping' books with him....we started small, he couldn't afford the minimum order from Diamond so he did the next best thing, found sources that gave 35% discounts and ordered about $200 worth. The other dealer got a coronary when he realised one of his customers was now kicking him in the arse and taking his other customers one by one.....
And so began my wheeling and dealing in comics. It's not my main job, it's something I do on the side that's fun, especially when the hobby helps to pay for itself.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 11:41:57 GMT -5
When my source got me this book back in 2000, he asked me to join force with him to take down a dealer he fell out with. He was only 18, just got his credit card and had a crush on me. I was also a teen, a bit younger, and knew about the other dealer's bad habits (he wanted to monopolize the local comics scene and treat it as his turf, which was stupid). I waited a bit too long to get USM #1, thinking it would be another rehash of Spider-Man Chapter One, so I was stunned when the fair market value at the time was over $50 when I did get it. I began to dabble in 'flipping' books with him....we started small, he couldn't afford the minimum order from Diamond so he did the next best thing, found sources that gave 35% discounts and ordered about $200 worth. The other dealer got a coronary when he realised one of his customers was now kicking him in the arse and taking his other customers one by one.....
And so began my wheeling and dealing in comics. It's not my main job, it's something I do on the side that's fun, especially when the hobby helps to pay for itself. Hah, that's a great story I'm always impressed with some of the crazy deals you manage to swing, it's great to hear the "origin story" of how it all started. You know, on the USM topic, I remember when that book came out, I was thinking the exact same thing originally of another "Chapter One", and likewise stunned when it took off!
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Post by kirby101 on Nov 27, 2022 11:52:42 GMT -5
Bought from Gene Colan himself at a convention in the 90s. He signed it to me at the bottom. Less than $50, I was stupid not to buy his whole stack of Dr. Strange pages.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 13:37:38 GMT -5
Bought from Gene Colan himself at a convention in the 90s. He signed it to me at the bottom. Less than $50, I was stupid not to buy his whole stack of Dr. Strange pages. Can't believe how affordable original art was at one point, even cooler that you bought from the man himself! Stunning page as well.
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Post by MWGallaher on Nov 27, 2022 16:54:00 GMT -5
I don't invest in high grade back issues, and I don't try to upgrade the well-worn comics I've loved and kept in my collection. I've made a single exception, paying something around $40 for this: It's not like it's my very favorite issue of PHANTOM STRANGER, but it's up there. What I really wanted was to have a copy of a well-loved comic with Jim Aparo providing full art and lettering when he was at the top of his form, one that I could pull out of the sleeve and re-experience what it was like to bring home a fresh, unfaded comic on newsprint. I was completely unprepared for how that experience hit me. It was far more powerful than I dreamed it would be, it was like stepping into a time machine to hold a like-new comic with the vintage printing and coloring and texture, exactly what I would have picked up at Walgreen's...50 years ago this very month!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 27, 2022 17:29:22 GMT -5
It's not like it's my very favorite issue of PHANTOM STRANGER, but it's up there. What I really wanted was to have a copy of a well-loved comic with Jim Aparo providing full art and lettering when he was at the top of his form, one that I could pull out of the sleeve and re-experience what it was like to bring home a fresh, unfaded comic on newsprint. I was completely unprepared for how that experience hit me. It was far more powerful than I dreamed it would be, it was like stepping into a time machine to hold a like-new comic with the vintage printing and coloring and texture, exactly what I would have picked up at Walgreen's...50 years ago this very month! Really neat story (and that's a stunning looking comic just from the cover alone). Sometimes as a collector I find myself second guessing how much enjoyment I'll actually get if I spend the bigger dollars for a particular vintage item (wondering if I'm just getting caught up in the thrill of the chase). In this case, focusing on something with extra special meaning, I just really love how you described the experience. If you don't mind me saying, I also really like your shelf in the background. It has the look of someone who actually regularly reads their various printed volumes!
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Post by Icctrombone on Nov 28, 2022 6:26:09 GMT -5
This is a replica of the model that was released around the time of the shows first run. My mom made me this model back in the late 60's and I remember spilling the paint thinner because I was so excited. I happen to find this in a Michaels store around 2000 , when my first wife and I were separated. My mom passed away last month and this reminds me of her love for me.
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Post by tarkintino on Nov 28, 2022 7:35:12 GMT -5
Bought from Gene Colan himself at a convention in the 90s. He signed it to me at the bottom. Less than $50, I was stupid not to buy his whole stack of Dr. Strange pages. Don't knock yourself; just to get one of the pages was a major win, IMO.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 28, 2022 7:57:03 GMT -5
This is a replica of the model that was released around the time of the shows first run. My mom made me this model back in the late 60's and I remember spilling the paint thinner because I was so excited. I happen to find this in a Michaels store around 2000 , when my first wife and I were separated. My mom passed away last month and this reminds me of her love for me. Beautiful memory and a really nifty model made all that more special, thank you for sharing that!
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Post by DubipR on Nov 28, 2022 10:32:32 GMT -5
My Uncle Sam page I purchased this page from him personally in 1999. I knew I couldn't afford any Marvels or Kingdom Come pages, let alone any of the preliminary art he had there at the show. But there a few Uncle Sam pages for sale. I picked the most interesting one to me. The painted page is gorgeous, I took off the onion skin paper to showcase the artwork for you.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 28, 2022 14:50:26 GMT -5
My Uncle Sam page I purchased this page from him personally in 1999. I knew I couldn't afford any Marvels or Kingdom Come pages, let alone any of the preliminary art he had there at the show. But there a few Uncle Sam pages for sale. I picked the most interesting one to me. The painted page is gorgeous, I took off the onion skin paper to showcase the artwork for you. You had me at "original Alex Ross"...great looking page at that, I'm truly jealous
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Post by kirby101 on Nov 28, 2022 16:08:23 GMT -5
Alex Ross page doesn't show up to me.
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