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Post by DubipR on Apr 6, 2023 18:32:19 GMT -5
1. Comic Binding Project Most of you know I've been binding comic runs that are too weird or never got a shot to have a trade. These are books that I like and wanted to keep in my collection (before liquidating in 2020) but wanted to pull out so I can read. Last year I did 20 volumes of minis, short runs (13 on the shelf, and 7 currently at the bindery). I'm close to finishing off what I wan to get done. I have about 9 more books to go. Just need to get scans of some issues and that's it. I might scour my collection again and maybe do a little bit more. 2. CGC Preservation Getting books I bought that mean a lot to me over the 'hot book' on the market. I'm not one of the people that is getting Amazing Spider-Man 300 done, like the other 33,000 done books. These are either small press books, undergrounds, weird stuff that's never been graded or funky stuff that is part of my collection. I have one golden age Disney book at the graders (about to come home) and then I'll send another batch in. I know some people here aren't keen on the slabs; I understand. I have either doubles or the books have been reprinted in some fashion. With the exception of my Dave Stevens books, whose covers I consider works of art and stand alone. 3. Comic Presentation I'd like to work on a project where I can display some of these CGC books. I don't know if I want to build something on my wall or build shelves. Ideally I'd like to order a comic spinner rack but those are crazy expensive! Holy spit.. I never knew. It's an option. Quarter Check-In 1. The binding project is nearing the end. Originally I was to send in my batch in January but reality hit and I sent them in March. When I started this project during the pandemic in 2020, I was looking at 50 volumes in total to get done. With this batch, this makes 48. I have some small mini-series I could do but it's a bit pricy just to put together 4 issues. I might 2 more to make it an even 50. I have some weird stuff like Captain Victory and those weird Kirby stuff (Phantom Force, Last of the Viking Heroes, etc) that would be interesting. When the time comes, I'll reach out to you all and maybe make a poll. 2. I've shared my pictures with you when I get back my slabs. There are some undergrounds I didn't share as they're NSFW but I've been getting weird nonsense that I like. More modern stuff than older items; I am submitting a few Silver Age here and there. My Dave Stevens books are almost done; I have to search for a few to upgrade, as a lot of my DS books are signed by him. 3. Still trying to find an old magazine rack, spinner rack is so tough! The modern comic racks are just so darn expensive. Yeah, they're made with quality materials but when the manufacturer opens up their spots to order, they're gone. The search continues.
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Post by DubipR on Apr 5, 2023 9:28:11 GMT -5
Hey, you could be somebody who collects Funny Animal books or Harvey comics... I collect Disney Ducks, Hanna Barbera comics (including both funny animals and books published by Harvey), and Usagi comics (and Critters where he often appeared). I also have some Spirit stuff published by Harvey and would grad 50s Harvey horror books whenever I find them on the cheap, so there, I am that kind of collector I guess! -M That's my kind of collector. Love the variety and range of awesomeness of books you're collecting.
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Post by DubipR on Apr 5, 2023 9:25:42 GMT -5
Comic reading usually is in the sanctuary of my home. Its rare that I read comics or trades outside of that. The only time I do that is when I'm on vacation. You can't take the nerd out of me wherever I go. I have to stop off at the local comic shop and check out what's there and maybe buy back issues. It's usually in the hotel room for that occasion.
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Post by DubipR on Apr 5, 2023 9:06:36 GMT -5
In with an iconic look. I love Diana as Emma Peel.
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Post by DubipR on Apr 4, 2023 20:02:36 GMT -5
Avengers War Across Time #4 How has this been? My friend recommended this to me. Just seems weird that Paul Levitz is writing for Marvel....
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Post by DubipR on Apr 4, 2023 17:46:38 GMT -5
Batman #134 Amazing Spider-Man #23 Scarlet Witch #4 Spider-Man #7 (Slott's becoming extremely boring these days on Spidey)
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Post by DubipR on Apr 4, 2023 17:23:09 GMT -5
Rob Allen
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Post by DubipR on Mar 29, 2023 19:35:17 GMT -5
Quasar #29 (1991)
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Post by DubipR on Mar 28, 2023 19:08:33 GMT -5
Got a decent amount of downloads:
- Waller vs Wildstorm 1 - Action Comics 1053 - Detective Comics 1070 - Gotham City: Year One 6 - Dark Knights of Steel 10 - Local Man 2 - Clobberin' Time 1 - Daredevil 9 - Cavewoman: Return to Markham Mansion 1
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Post by DubipR on Mar 28, 2023 7:46:57 GMT -5
Crimebuster
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Post by DubipR on Mar 26, 2023 17:24:27 GMT -5
I attended WonderCon this weekend. It was great to see my friends, comic dealers in a huge convention center setting (always a plus), creators and everyone having a good time. One of the main reasons for me attending was to see Adam Hughes and get some books signed. I posted my modern comic purchases on the MODERN COMICS section but picked up these 2 Dave Stevens beauties for 50% off.
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Post by DubipR on Mar 26, 2023 17:14:28 GMT -5
Sunday at WonderCon. I only went for about a half day at the show but I found a couple of goodies. Some classic comics (I'll post those over there) but I picked up a couple of modern goodies. I usually don't buy variants or even modern comics but this Mandalorian cover by E.M Gist is so amazing not to say no to and was nice enough to sign it.
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Post by DubipR on Mar 25, 2023 23:05:00 GMT -5
Dan Panosian sure has staying power. His art was featured in SSoC, then in Dark Horse's Conan series, and now in Titan's! It's already a hat trick, and he took part in one of Glénat's books too, as I recall! Respect! Dan's such an amazing artist. His work is some of my favorite Conan in a long time. Also one of the nicest guys in comics too.
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Post by DubipR on Mar 25, 2023 23:02:14 GMT -5
Went to WonderCon this Saturday. Mainly I went there to get a couple of books signed and see some friends. Superstar Adam Hughes was a guest of honor and was there signing and selling artwork. While I dream of owning a page or cover from him, I'll have to have that on hold. So I got the next best thing. A got a gorgeous remarque from him on this Catwoman 80 page special. Along with getting some Hughes books signed, I walked away with a smile knowing I have a great piece of art.
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Post by DubipR on Mar 22, 2023 20:54:58 GMT -5
The Katzenjammer Kids #2 I used to have this comic. Traded it for a Three Stooges In Orbit comic.
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