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Improve-Collecting Comics
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 27 ก.ย. 2021
Hello! When I got back into the comic-collecting hobby in 2021, I decided to track what I am doing via this TH-cam channel. My goal is to get better at collecting and helping others avoid any mistakes I make. Thanks for dropping in!
Find me on my website improvecollecting.com/ or Instagram @ImproveCollecting
Check out my comic ballpark grading tool here: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Link to my grading tool video: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Here is the Amazon link to the book I used to learn how to clean and press books: amzn.to/3pvdcPy
Happy collecting!
Find me on my website improvecollecting.com/ or Instagram @ImproveCollecting
Check out my comic ballpark grading tool here: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Link to my grading tool video: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Here is the Amazon link to the book I used to learn how to clean and press books: amzn.to/3pvdcPy
Happy collecting!
The Comics I Bought at Heroes Con Are Back From CGC!
The products that I use for collecting comics: improvecollecting.com/recommended-comic-book-collecting-supplies/
I sometimes sell the books featured on this channel! Here is the link to my shortboxed inventory:
shortboxed.com/u/improve_collecting_comics
Find me on Instagram @ImproveCollecting
Check out my comic ballpark grading tool here: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Link to my grading tool video: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Here is the Amazon link to KaptainMyke's books, which I used to learn how to clean and press comics:
Pressing Basics: amzn.to/3pvdcPy
Stain Removal/Whitening: amzn.to/3UiCPRL
Happy collecting!
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:07 Savage She-Hulk #1
01:34 Amazing Spider-Man #266
03:06 DC Comics Presents #47
05:04 ASM #300
06:56 Cleaning & Pressing Course Info
I sometimes sell the books featured on this channel! Here is the link to my shortboxed inventory:
shortboxed.com/u/improve_collecting_comics
Find me on Instagram @ImproveCollecting
Check out my comic ballpark grading tool here: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Link to my grading tool video: th-cam.com/video/GfJVIJ9-nhk/w-d-xo.html
Here is the Amazon link to KaptainMyke's books, which I used to learn how to clean and press comics:
Pressing Basics: amzn.to/3pvdcPy
Stain Removal/Whitening: amzn.to/3UiCPRL
Happy collecting!
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:07 Savage She-Hulk #1
01:34 Amazing Spider-Man #266
03:06 DC Comics Presents #47
05:04 ASM #300
06:56 Cleaning & Pressing Course Info
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Very fun video. I subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your hobby.
Is this something you would be interested in doing for other people? Obviously for a price! But I have some books I know could get a 9.8 with a little tlc.
It would have been good if you had taken photos of the comics before you worked on them .
This is the first video I've seen of yours. Do you have any videos that show your step by step method of cleaning and pressing and what equipment you use?
I have a few CPR videos in my YT library showing some or all of the process. The equipment I use is found at improvecollecting.com I am also building a cleaning/pressing course right now, if you sign up to my newsletter at the website I'll keep you updated in case you are interested Thanks for the comment :)
I’m sorry, no way i’m giving 9.8’s to visible stress marks.
I used to feel that way as well, but I'm realizing that 9.8s generally have a lot more flaws typically that I thought were possible. There are also more common defects on books than most realize
Congratulations! That’s awesome! Been watching your videos for a while now and I know how much that 9.8 CPR means to you 🙏
Thanks so much!!
That last newsstand Spawn #1 is pure gold.
Great video once again. Im really enjoying your channel. I cant seems to part with the books once i start working on them lol smh ireally got to over come this or im going to be over run with low grade keys lol 😆 😅 😂 🙃 🤣 🤧 cheers.
Understand completely!
Please make more of these shorts. 🙂
I plan to! Thanks!
It's crazy to me.. that you clean and press a $10 book (8.0) into a 9.8 slab that's now "worth " $120. Just proves the whole grading industry is bs
Congratulations on your 9.8 ASM 301!!! ( and the others of course). Big Spidey fan here! Just subscribed. Can't wait to check out more videos!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Congrats Jim! Congrats! Especially on that Amazing Spiderman #300 9.8
Thank you!
Do you clean and press for other people?
No, sorry.. I focus on the hobby side of it, learning and teaching
@@ImproveCollectingComics is everything on your website what you would recommend for someone who has never done this before
⚡💥🎉
I'm using your expertise to test my grading ability. My first thought was 2.5 so it's nice to hear you talk throw the process. So glad I found your channel thank you. I'm making my way throw your vids.cheers
congrats!!! your cleaning and pressing work is incredible!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Boy, seeing those 4 books all on the wall together like that... it's like a holy union! Nice work, my friend! #sojelly
Thanks!
Congratulations I just got a collector spotlight on shortbox
Thanks and congratz to you too!
Congrats!
Thanks!
Congrats on ASM 300!
Thanks!
That was impressive. Congratulations on the books bro.
Thanks!
Congratulations on your ASM 300 Jim!!!
Thank you!
Congrats on the 300. Time to get those in newsstand!
I wish.. that would be very tough. Maybe someday...
Such an awesome video. I cired with you. Who cares what people say or think. You work so hard and share so much with the community. You deserve the 9.8 301.
Thank you so much!
Congrats on the 300! I will be watching your videos to get into cleaning and pressing. Thanks for always sharing!
Awesome! Thank you!
Aside from visually seeing the condition of the books in the slab, do you look at grader notes or anything to see if a bump is possible? Grats on all the bumps!
Yes, I look for notes that might indicate 9.8 isn't possible. Words like "creasing, tear, stain" etc. I look for "bends, warping, waves, pebbling" and anything pressable
I got 299 9.8 last month, I’m now looking for 298,300 and 301 and 316, I don’t need the run.
Congratz on 299, it's a tough one
So happy for you!
Thanks!
Kaboom!
Insane win sir
Congrats! Thank you for taking us along on your comic journey.
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
Congratulations on the 9.8 ASM #300! Maybe someday... someday...
Thanks! Been a long time coming
ASM 300 is one of my personal favorites also. Great job!
Thank you!
Congrats on the 300 9.8!
Thanks!
Wow! Congrats on the 9.8 ASM300!!!!!!
Thanks!
boring. 9.8 all around no variey. You clearly are in the wrong business. You need to be making videos showing how to improve your grades.
Funny you mention that, I am currently making a course showing how to improve grades
Keep going McFarland ASM's are the best in my opinion. You got the hard ones.
Are you coming to NC Comicon in November?
Possibly, I'll have to see if there are any conflicts
Great job! You definitely have the eye for 9.6s that can get a bump. I like seeing your excitement when you get that 9.8.
This is absolutely amazing!!! I definitely want to learn your techniques when you start offering courses!! I can see the rewards from all your hard work and it's inspiring!!! In a way you are giving back to the community by taking books that one may pass over to making them sought after!!! Great job again!!!
Awesome! Thank you!
God bless you , congratulations 🎉 in getting the 300 9.8. keep up the good work and Jesus Christ protects you and your family.
Thank you so much!
Good comment on why graders don’t scan for color. I’ve often wondered why graders can’t get AI for grading ?
Congratulations on getting the 300 finally! You’re videos have been very informative, motivating and inspiring. I recently started pressing and cleaning using some of your techniques and with my first submission I was able to get a 9.8 out of a raw Wizard 1 Newsstand. Now I get to experience for myself how rewarding it can be doing the work and share with you my success and gratitude. Thank you sir.
You're welcome and I'm glad you let me know that. :) These are the comments that keep me going. Thanks!
Congratulations. The Legend continues .. You’re setting a new bar .
Sweet! Congrats on some more 9.8's. You're on quite the roll right now!
Thanks!
Hell yea! 301 the other day and now 300!!!
Thanks!
😮🎉 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽. Awesome. You've come a long way. So proud. ❤
🎉
Congrats brother 🎉
Appreciate it!
You sir have the midas touch
And the gold medal goes to....... Improvecollecting 9.8,9.8,9.8,9.8,9.8 9.8,9.8,9.8,9.8,9.8 Awesome job. I would love to see the before pics of these books also.