You’re a class act, man. Just the way you carry yourself at these events is amazing. Loved the Shooter conversation! He was eic during my fave comic years so he’ll always be #1
X-Men 50 - Owning the book, meeting the creator and having him autograph with a gorgeous signature is just amazing. Not a fan of grading / encapsulation, but you do you. Congrats.
100% would have it graded. 45 Years old myself, been collecting since i was 14, and I have never had the opportunity to go to a Con of any kind, watching these videos is really putting a strong motivation in me to finally get off my rump and get to one here in Minnesota. Thanks for the entertaining videos, keep it up.
Done it many times because it literally allows a memory to last a lifetime. You will look at the book when it comes back and remember that day and that interaction forever.
Steranko is great. His stories of his childhood are so entertaining. Expect his autograph lines to be quite the wait, but he really does take the time to make an impression with his fans.
Sandman 1 for $80? All day, all week, all year. Awesome grab! Now you just need to get it signed by Neil Gaiman and slabbed by CGC scoring that 9.8! Good luck hunting. 🎉❤
I like that you have that Heroes for Hope cover signed and raw. It’s a great piece that I am sure all involved have great memories and thoughts about that.
I love you got so many books signed there. Al Milgrom seems to be a staple there. The only thing that stinks is that it takes up all your time and leaves little time for digging through boxes!!😡…Sorry, that’s what happened to me last year
That was some Comic Con! Loved those books that were on display! You absolutely made the right decision paying to have Jim Steranko autograph graded on that iconic X-men comic! You can always buy comics in future Cons but you may never get the chance to get Sterankos autograph and have it witnessed and capsulated.
I typically only grade a book if I’m going to sell it. It’s expensive! And the way I display them, non-graded looks and fits better. But given your experience with the book, I’d say it’s totally fair.
Steranko is quite the character. I think he tries to crush everyone's hand like the Hulk. It was probably worth it. I got his signature CGC'ed a while back but it was cheaper than now. Just so you know, you could have also kept it raw and later get it CGC/JSA authenticated which is quite cheaper and getting witnessed. I think CGC facilitators should be worried. CGC/JSA authenticated vs CGC witness. Market is too early to decide if they are valued the same.
I met Jim Steranko in Sydney in the early 80s at a convention at the Opera House and he exuded coolness. Now decades older, he is still such a cool dude. What's his secret? If he could bottle it he would make a fortune. As for paying to have creators sign, yes, of course: there was not a single professional there who I would not have paid $20 for a signature. You made an excellent purchase with Sandman #1. I can still remember reading it for the first time and thinking how different it was to everything else in my reading pile. The title remains in my top 5 series. Don't ignore the Starslayer main story in that #3 - in fact, get the remaining issues you need from #1 to #6 and enjoy Mike Grell art and writing when he was in his prime.
100% Get it CGC Yellow Signature, Jim Steranko is an iconic comic book artist and one of my favorite artists.😊🎉 I have a CGC X-men 50, but I regret it's not a yellow label.😢
Hey Mike. I have been a fan since you pooped up on TH-cam. I love living vicariously through you. I sold my collection years ago and miss the hunt. I'm in my 50's and most of the stuff you pick up, I've had. I was big into first appearances. I have to tell you, every time you send a book out for grading, or pick up a graded book, it hurts a little. Early on, you didn't seem interested in the value, just the love of comics and I think they should always be available to look through and hold, but I get it. I'm sure that I'm in the minority. Do what feels right to you. I will always continue to watch regardless of your choice. By the way, I am going to be in the Worcester area this weekend. Which of the shops in that area would be the one to stop at if I only have time for one? I pretty much only buy trades and omnis now and any older Marvel nostalgia items.
Thanks for your candid opinion, but I assure you I’m not a big slab guy at all, only in very specific cases. And you should go to That’s Entertainment in Worcester, a very cool store to check out!
The price on this convention seems to be very pricey 😢. Many raw books more expensive than if it were slabbed. And I would have done the same as you for Jim Sterenko. I have have 4 books signed by him and CGC graded. I like Sterenko signature.
Great signature haul! I got to meet David Michelinie last year for a signing at a local comic shop here in Northeast Ohio. FYI, the proper pronunciation of his last name rhymes with "tickle my knee." Great pickup on Sandman 1.
Damn 125$? They really trying to milk as much as they can from the people. But I would have done the same thing. Btw, the 4x sig on that venom is pretty unique. I like it a lot 👍
Thanks for an extensive video of a show I am dying to go to. Living in Rhode Island where we have barely any shows I don’t have much choices. I am making the trek next time . Your video convinced me! Much Thanks 🙏
love the atmosphere of the cons and love the channel man! appreciate all your hard work for sure. btw im a fellow red sox and bruins fan from Tennessee.
Good call. Get it slabbed right there. Get as many sigs from these guys as you can. Sad I’m getting back into this game after Kane and Buscema are gone. Sign them! Slab them!!
I have two copies of X-Men 15 and that’s the only books I am getting graded and heroes con in the next couple of months. I think you made a great choice. So many great things going on with that book
Cgc is doing verification now that they own jsa ..I don't grade books unless there able to be witnessed and submitted..any other graded non signed book I crack
Steranko is amazing. I got to talk to him for almost an hour at a local show last year when he came out here to Colorado. Amazing man, and it will be a lasting memory for me.
That's was a cool comic con that you and to. I'm about to go to my first one, and I need some pointers on what to do and not do, and how to get someone to witness a signature if you want it encapsulated
i seen heroes arn't hard to find and the owner shelton Drum he also runs a huge comic con in charlotte nc in june if you are ever able to visit his booth next time he is a great guy
I respect people who get books graded but it’s just not for me. I prefer raw in a bag and board. You summed up my thoughts perfectly with $120 you could just buy another comic! Great show and video as always! Great pick ups and signatures!
I would definitely have the Steranko signing graded. He’s a legend and it deserves being preserved. I recently went to the King Kon comic convention in NJ. Like yours, it was a pure comic book convention. I never had any comic signed, but I HAD to get a Klaus Janson signature on my Dark Knight Returns #1. I had it CGC witnessed and requested that they get it to CGC in time for a Frank Miller signing. Hopefully, I got it to Miller in time. 🤞 I’ve had that Dark Knight Returns since my early teens when I spent ALL my lunch money for it when it first went on sale. Along with Miracleman, Dark Knight rocked my world. I’ll never get rid of it
This was my first ever comic convention. Drove down on the Friday from eastern Canada. I had a blast, hope to get back another year. Thanks for the video!
I get wanting the book graded specifically with the yellow label, but I wish you could just get a certificate of authenticity instead of NEEDING to get a comic graded if you wanted the signature certified.
Asked Steranko to sign my X-Men 50 and Hulk Annual 1. He also gave me an amazing experience and stories I won't soon forget! I decided against slabbing. If I need or want to later, I can always send it in for verification. His signature is so recognizable, I'm sure it won't be any trouble. I put my X-Men 50 into my recently received Comic Capsule and it's up on my wall and looks just as great as a slab! Slabbing just costs sooo much money :-(
It was definitely great meeting you and speaking with you no matter how brief. Ali was definitely surprised when we watched the video the other night. Pretty sure half of your 10k views are from her rewatching the shout-out lol. 17:32 Hopefully we can meet again soon. 🤙
Hey Mike great channel. First time messaging. Thr guys who gave you that art work, do they have a website or any social media to contact? Would love to buy some of his art.
Jon Mills has an art website that I linked to in the description but I couldn’t find where he sells. He’s also on FB. Not sure if you can buy via that way but I’ll definitely ask if he has a site he sells on.
Personal bias. I wouldn’t have graded it. It is a personal memory thing, slabbing it is meant for selling it. Generally I only want to get low value books signed.
Awesome vid Mike!! I've said it once and I'll say it again I LOVE THE STORIES THAT COME WITH THE JOURNEY!!! Thank you for a very entertaining upload!! AND! And getting the X-Men 50 graded great choice! The Sandman is great, but hands down that X-Men 15!! I'll take that all day!!
Steranko is one of my personal favs. Would love to have been there. Yeah 120 is tough to swallow...they know that. But still i would have pulled the trigger as well. Thanks for sharing mike
Steranko was wearing the EXACT same outfit when he came to SC Comicon a few weeks ago. For your sake, I hope he washed it. Don’t tell Ricky about his whispered sweet nothings or he may curl into the fetal position.
Hey your from Massachusetts im in little Rhody just south of you. This Comiccon reminded me of the late 70's & early 80's cons that were solely comics and the smell of back issues was thick in the air. I stopped going when they got so pop but this one looks geared for comic collectors
If you want to actually read this copy one day. Not just to enjoy it, but for the great memory of meeting Steranko. I'd say no, keep it raw. But if your never going to read this copy. Then yes get it graded, certified and slabbed.
I think autographed books are a good reason to slab a book. You can get it witnessed to always have the date of when you got to meet the artist/writer. Some of my signed raw books, I'm always trying to remember what year I was at the convention or signing event.
Awesome show, comic talent alone seems well worth price of admission! With CGC verification now available I feel in the future if you are ever hesitant you can always lean to holding on to the books and encapsulating them later if needed. Only leaves up to debate whether witness vs verified holds value to you! Awesome video per usual!!!
Great choice on the first pull. Sandman #1 was one of my first yanks when I came back to the hobby last summer. I am so jealous of all these cons! I just can't make it to them. Thank you for the fantastic footage!
Mike Great Video. So fun. I don’t have slabbed books. Would normally say no. Keep it raw. But. This is Steanko and X-men 50. If u get one book slabbed. This is the book. U can’t go wrong. $125 is well worth it because it’s just such a great book and ……. It will always remind you of the experience. Thank you for sharing. Congrats. PS. I loved Conventional-Al
You ABSOLUTELY did the right thing. I think if you didn't do it you would have regretted it. In the grand scheme of life (and I don't presume to know anyone's finances) $120 is not that much money. And looking at your backdrop I think sending it to CBCS after the fact would have been distracting with all your CGC slabs.
Me -> "HE ALREADY WENT TO ANOTHER SHOW?!!" Must be nice to live in a location that hosts events like these, I think a good chunk of the US is still a comic desert and I live smack dab in that arid nothingness
Mike, loved the con video and thrilled with your original artwork. Myfave is STORM< very nice artwork on ALL of them.. Have fun figuring out what golden/silver/ bronze treasures you'll need to evict from the Wonder Wall to display!!Cool that you got to mett Jim Steranko!! I attended a speech/Q &A in Pittsburgh ( But had zip to sign!!) A true original (and the inspiration for Mr Miracle!)
Awesome that you had a great and memorable experience with Jim Steranko. If you have the chance, the comic book historian podcast has a great interview with him and it's a great listen. A true legend in comic books!
Definitely would have the X-men book graded with Mr. Steranko’s signature. Met him at Baltimore comic-con several years ago and had two books signed and graded. As you stated loads of personality……and yes that handshake is legendary!!!
Mike, you did the right thing by getting that book slabbed. That's an awesome book, and having a legend like Steranko sign it? No brainer. And great grab with the Sandman 1. I love the comic, the show, and anything Neil Gaiman does. Looks like it was an amazing time.
Love that signature of Steranko. I would read the comic first with the signature. That would be a special personal moment. You always can slab it later. After slabbing you can not touch it anymore.
Man! That comiccon looks awesome! Cool that Steranko and Shooter were there, I saw them at the comicon in Lexington, Ky earlier in March, in fact, I got Shooter's autograph secret wars #1, and got it graded! Just came back today actually! Super stoked, I wanted to get Steranko's as well, my heart said yes! but my pocket said no lol, thanks for the video as always! Looking forward to more content!! God bless and happy hunting!!
Dude! You had a killer day! I agree with the masses in that I definitely agree with submitting the Steranko book. I always submit books that I personally stand in line to get signed. Great video, man!
Absolutely would have gotten it slabbed. I keep all my books raw no matter the value EXCEPT if I want a signed book then I get it slabbed to authenticate the signature. Yes obv you know it’s real but if it’s passed down to your kids grandkids etc it will never be debatable
I would have liked to have met Steranko I'm looking for Captain America 111 that's his famous cover of cap with the shield in the air. Great show Mike.
Hi Mike, just wanted to say I really enjoy your channel. I stumbled upon it by accident. And I gotta say it’s one of the best accidents! I’m a huge comic book fan and have always been one since I was a kid. Unfortunately I never had any LCS’s near me. As an adult my love and passion for comics still remains. Comic collecting is something I’ve wanted to get into for a very long time. And what I really like about your channel is you give awesome pointers and tips with some history mixed in to help others who also have a deep love for this hobby or for people that wanna get into this hobby but don’t know where to start like me. I am hoping to finally start my own collection soon. Thanks and keep up the great content!👍🏽
Michelinie's line was long all day, as was steranko's. I couldn't believe Bagley wasn't next to michelinie. Several times I noticed bagley had no line.
Encapsulatin' X-MEN #50 w Steranko's sig was a great idea! The man is a legend, & it's a special book for you. Moreover, him signing where he wanted to, worked out ever so brilliantly - looks amazing!
Always spring for all the bells and whistles when legendary people are involved. It s a capsule in time that your kids and their kids will treasure. 😃🐳👍
I remember when I met David michelinie when he came to my lcs for a signing any profits that were made were donated to a cat shelters. He was super nice even tho I was stuttering after every single word I said but one of the coolest experiences I've ever had. He also wanted me to let you know he's looking forward to your Chris Claremont X-Men collection video 🤣 ok maybe he didn't say that last part 👀
Nice autographs on your books. The only book I ever had sign was by Jack Kirby on a silver age Thor,probably over 40 years ago. No charge back then at a N.Y. CON.
Steranko's art for the time was so far above most ...definitely top five. I would have had graded and certified...regret selling my copy of that XMen 30 years ago. Still have copies of classic Sheld, etc to enjoy...Glad you had a good time...would be an old time like show I would want to attend.
You’re a class act, man. Just the way you carry yourself at these events is amazing. Loved the Shooter conversation! He was eic during my fave comic years so he’ll always be #1
X-Men 50 - Owning the book, meeting the creator and having him autograph with a gorgeous signature is just amazing. Not a fan of grading / encapsulation, but you do you. Congrats.
100% would have it graded. 45 Years old myself, been collecting since i was 14, and I have never had the opportunity to go to a Con of any kind, watching these videos is really putting a strong motivation in me to finally get off my rump and get to one here in Minnesota. Thanks for the entertaining videos, keep it up.
Don’t slow down, keep on stompin’…
Done it many times because it literally allows a memory to last a lifetime. You will look at the book when it comes back and remember that day and that interaction forever.
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Steranko is great. His stories of his childhood are so entertaining. Expect his autograph lines to be quite the wait, but he really does take the time to make an impression with his fans.
My favorite story of his is about him punching Bob Kane.
First Master Mold as a gift! Man you got some great viewers Mike! 👌🔥
Sandman 1 for $80? All day, all week, all year. Awesome grab! Now you just need to get it signed by Neil Gaiman and slabbed by CGC scoring that 9.8! Good luck hunting. 🎉❤
I like that you have that Heroes for Hope cover signed and raw. It’s a great piece that I am sure all involved have great memories and thoughts about that.
I love you got so many books signed there. Al Milgrom seems to be a staple there. The only thing that stinks is that it takes up all your time and leaves little time for digging through boxes!!😡…Sorry, that’s what happened to me last year
Very sweet. I think you did the right thing by sending the book to CGC to be encapsulated.
That was some Comic Con! Loved those books that were on display! You absolutely made the right decision paying to have Jim Steranko autograph graded on that iconic X-men comic! You can always buy comics in future Cons but you may never get the chance to get Sterankos autograph and have it witnessed and capsulated.
I typically only grade a book if I’m going to sell it. It’s expensive! And the way I display them, non-graded looks and fits better. But given your experience with the book, I’d say it’s totally fair.
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Steranko is quite the character. I think he tries to crush everyone's hand like the Hulk. It was probably worth it. I got his signature CGC'ed a while back but it was cheaper than now. Just so you know, you could have also kept it raw and later get it CGC/JSA authenticated which is quite cheaper and getting witnessed. I think CGC facilitators should be worried. CGC/JSA authenticated vs CGC witness. Market is too early to decide if they are valued the same.
I met Jim Steranko in Sydney in the early 80s at a convention at the Opera House and he exuded coolness. Now decades older, he is still such a cool dude. What's his secret? If he could bottle it he would make a fortune. As for paying to have creators sign, yes, of course: there was not a single professional there who I would not have paid $20 for a signature.
You made an excellent purchase with Sandman #1. I can still remember reading it for the first time and thinking how different it was to everything else in my reading pile. The title remains in my top 5 series.
Don't ignore the Starslayer main story in that #3 - in fact, get the remaining issues you need from #1 to #6 and enjoy Mike Grell art and writing when he was in his prime.
I would also get the Sig Series on that! But if you guys ever want to wait CGC does JSA Unwitnessed sigs now :)
100% Get it CGC Yellow Signature, Jim Steranko is an iconic comic book artist and one of my favorite artists.😊🎉 I have a CGC X-men 50, but I regret it's not a yellow label.😢
Hey Mike. I have been a fan since you pooped up on TH-cam. I love living vicariously through you. I sold my collection years ago and miss the hunt. I'm in my 50's and most of the stuff you pick up, I've had. I was big into first appearances.
I have to tell you, every time you send a book out for grading, or pick up a graded book, it hurts a little. Early on, you didn't seem interested in the value, just the love of comics and I think they should always be available to look through and hold, but I get it. I'm sure that I'm in the minority. Do what feels right to you. I will always continue to watch regardless of your choice.
By the way, I am going to be in the Worcester area this weekend. Which of the shops in that area would be the one to stop at if I only have time for one? I pretty much only buy trades and omnis now and any older Marvel nostalgia items.
Thanks for your candid opinion, but I assure you I’m not a big slab guy at all, only in very specific cases. And you should go to That’s Entertainment in Worcester, a very cool store to check out!
The price on this convention seems to be very pricey 😢. Many raw books more expensive than if it were slabbed. And I would have done the same as you for Jim Sterenko. I have have 4 books signed by him and CGC graded. I like Sterenko signature.
Great signature haul! I got to meet David Michelinie last year for a signing at a local comic shop here in Northeast Ohio. FYI, the proper pronunciation of his last name rhymes with "tickle my knee." Great pickup on Sandman 1.
Damn 125$? They really trying to milk as much as they can from the people. But I would have done the same thing. Btw, the 4x sig on that venom is pretty unique. I like it a lot 👍
Thanks for an extensive video of a show I am dying to go to. Living in Rhode Island where we have barely any shows I don’t have much choices. I am making the trek next time . Your video convinced me! Much Thanks 🙏
love the atmosphere of the cons and love the channel man! appreciate all your hard work for sure. btw im a fellow red sox and bruins fan from Tennessee.
Good call. Get it slabbed right there. Get as many sigs from these guys as you can. Sad I’m getting back into this game after Kane and Buscema are gone. Sign them! Slab them!!
I have two copies of X-Men 15 and that’s the only books I am getting graded and heroes con in the next couple of months. I think you made a great choice. So many great things going on with that book
I would've graded the book too. Nice books and wonderful stories behind the hunt.
Cgc is doing verification now that they own jsa ..I don't grade books unless there able to be witnessed and submitted..any other graded non signed book I crack
I would have encapsulated it, but I would have gone with CBCS instead! Just because of all the issues that CGC has had!
You did VERY well at the show and the experience of it all. I would of done the same grade it their!
Jason the owner of the con is a legend! What a show thanks for sharing
Steranko is amazing. I got to talk to him for almost an hour at a local show last year when he came out here to Colorado. Amazing man, and it will be a lasting memory for me.
Wow X-Men 15! What a cool book, and that X-Men 50 looks sweet. Oldest issue I have is 24.
I love Steranko art I got him to sign my X-men #50 20 years ago at the Big Apple Show.
I would have gotten the book graded too. I will have to reach out to the artist who made the prints, love the avengers one
That's was a cool comic con that you and to. I'm about to go to my first one, and I need some pointers on what to do and not do, and how to get someone to witness a signature if you want it encapsulated
Whats that big circle around Wolverine's nuts? 😂
Yeah keep an eye out for direct edition Mark Jewelers also I found one it was an X-Men
i seen heroes arn't hard to find and the owner shelton Drum he also runs a huge comic con in charlotte nc in june if you are ever able to visit his booth next time he is a great guy
I respect people who get books graded but it’s just not for me. I prefer raw in a bag and board. You summed up my thoughts perfectly with $120 you could just buy another comic! Great show and video as always! Great pick ups and signatures!
I would definitely have the Steranko signing graded. He’s a legend and it deserves being preserved.
I recently went to the King Kon comic convention in NJ. Like yours, it was a pure comic book convention. I never had any comic signed, but I HAD to get a Klaus Janson signature on my Dark Knight Returns #1. I had it CGC witnessed and requested that they get it to CGC in time for a Frank Miller signing. Hopefully, I got it to Miller in time. 🤞
I’ve had that Dark Knight Returns since my early teens when I spent ALL my lunch money for it when it first went on sale. Along with Miracleman, Dark Knight rocked my world. I’ll never get rid of it
Very cool. I think you made the right call to get the Steranko comic slabbed.
This was my first ever comic convention. Drove down on the Friday from eastern Canada. I had a blast, hope to get back another year. Thanks for the video!
That ROM was AWESOME!! Nice gift !!
Awesome looking show! Congrats on all the signatures and great books!
I wish I lived closer to NH I've heard this is a super good convention!
I get wanting the book graded specifically with the yellow label, but I wish you could just get a certificate of authenticity instead of NEEDING to get a comic graded if you wanted the signature certified.
That looked like a great show and you got to meet some great artists!
Love seeing all those nice raw books!
I would've cgc all those books
He is one of the few artists I would have had graded. The rest are dead.
Asked Steranko to sign my X-Men 50 and Hulk Annual 1. He also gave me an amazing experience and stories I won't soon forget! I decided against slabbing. If I need or want to later, I can always send it in for verification. His signature is so recognizable, I'm sure it won't be any trouble. I put my X-Men 50 into my recently received Comic Capsule and it's up on my wall and looks just as great as a slab! Slabbing just costs sooo much money :-(
It was definitely great meeting you and speaking with you no matter how brief. Ali was definitely surprised when we watched the video the other night. Pretty sure half of your 10k views are from her rewatching the shout-out lol. 17:32
Hopefully we can meet again soon. 🤙
Happy to give the shoutout and hope to bump into you again!
Hey Mike great channel. First time messaging. Thr guys who gave you that art work, do they have a website or any social media to contact? Would love to buy some of his art.
Jon Mills has an art website that I linked to in the description but I couldn’t find where he sells. He’s also on FB. Not sure if you can buy via that way but I’ll definitely ask if he has a site he sells on.
I was there to, yeah this show is great!
why not grade it at CBCS....too many youtubers say cgc but that will turn it into a monopoly and then we're screwed !!
Some people say CGC holds better value, but honestly I just like the label better
Personal bias. I wouldn’t have graded it. It is a personal memory thing, slabbing it is meant for selling it. Generally I only want to get low value books signed.
Awesome vid Mike!! I've said it once and I'll say it again I LOVE THE STORIES THAT COME WITH THE JOURNEY!!! Thank you for a very entertaining upload!! AND! And getting the X-Men 50 graded great choice! The Sandman is great, but hands down that X-Men 15!! I'll take that all day!!
I 1000% would grade that
Steranko is one of my personal favs. Would love to have been there. Yeah 120 is tough to swallow...they know that. But still i would have pulled the trigger as well. Thanks for sharing mike
Prices were way up there. Thought the bubble was bursting!!???!!😂
Looked like dealers were still stuck in 2022 🤪
Awesome video. I was actually in front of u in Milgrom’s line 😊
I been collecting comics ever since I was 12 years old now I'm 55 years old now that comic book sign by Jim shooter he a legend thanks mike
I’ve never heard of the “Heroes for Hope” title. I guess it was a one-shot?
@@iankane1733 yup!
You did the right thing with grading/witness. You will be glad you did later
Steranko was wearing the EXACT same outfit when he came to SC Comicon a few weeks ago. For your sake, I hope he washed it. Don’t tell Ricky about his whispered sweet nothings or he may curl into the fetal position.
Hey your from Massachusetts im in little Rhody just south of you. This Comiccon reminded me of the late 70's & early 80's cons that were solely comics and the smell of back issues was thick in the air. I stopped going when they got so pop but this one looks geared for comic collectors
If you want to actually read this copy one day. Not just to enjoy it, but for the great memory of meeting Steranko. I'd say no, keep it raw. But if your never going to read this copy. Then yes get it graded, certified and slabbed.
I think autographed books are a good reason to slab a book. You can get it witnessed to always have the date of when you got to meet the artist/writer. Some of my signed raw books, I'm always trying to remember what year I was at the convention or signing event.
Awesome show, comic talent alone seems well worth price of admission! With CGC verification now available I feel in the future if you are ever hesitant you can always lean to holding on to the books and encapsulating them later if needed. Only leaves up to debate whether witness vs verified holds value to you!
Awesome video per usual!!!
Great choice on the first pull. Sandman #1 was one of my first yanks when I came back to the hobby last summer. I am so jealous of all these cons! I just can't make it to them. Thank you for the fantastic footage!
Cool stuff 🍻
That Storm print you got is incredible! Looks like a really fun show!
i wish there were more comic book shows and comic cons closer to where i live. you're so lucky there's so many places you can find comics!
Wow, the number of amazing artists/writers at that show is insane! Steranko might be the best silver age artist ever
Mike Great Video. So fun. I don’t have slabbed books. Would normally say no. Keep it raw. But. This is Steanko and X-men 50. If u get one book slabbed. This is the book. U can’t go wrong. $125 is well worth it because it’s just such a great book and ……. It will always remind you of the experience. Thank you for sharing. Congrats. PS. I loved Conventional-Al
You ABSOLUTELY did the right thing. I think if you didn't do it you would have regretted it. In the grand scheme of life (and I don't presume to know anyone's finances) $120 is not that much money. And looking at your backdrop I think sending it to CBCS after the fact would have been distracting with all your CGC slabs.
Me -> "HE ALREADY WENT TO ANOTHER SHOW?!!"
Must be nice to live in a location that hosts events like these, I think a good chunk of the US is still a comic desert and I live smack dab in that arid nothingness
I stopped collecting new comics the last few years but one of my favorites was Tarot -Broadsword Comics ever check any of those issues out?
I’ve seen them but never read them, I’ll check them out!
Great stories and outstanding artwork
Holy crap those prices are insane. Slab prices imo. Hopefully there was something that was reasonably priced. 😅
Mike, loved the con video and thrilled with your original artwork. Myfave is STORM< very nice artwork on ALL of them.. Have fun figuring out what golden/silver/ bronze treasures you'll need to evict from the Wonder Wall to display!!Cool that you got to mett Jim Steranko!! I attended a speech/Q &A in Pittsburgh ( But had zip to sign!!) A true original (and the inspiration for Mr Miracle!)
Awesome that you had a great and memorable experience with Jim Steranko. If you have the chance, the comic book historian podcast has a great interview with him and it's a great listen. A true legend in comic books!
Definitely would have the X-men book graded with Mr. Steranko’s signature. Met him at Baltimore comic-con several years ago and had two books signed and graded. As you stated loads of personality……and yes that handshake is legendary!!!
Mike, you did the right thing by getting that book slabbed. That's an awesome book, and having a legend like Steranko sign it? No brainer. And great grab with the Sandman 1. I love the comic, the show, and anything Neil Gaiman does. Looks like it was an amazing time.
Love that signature of Steranko. I would read the comic first with the signature. That would be a special personal moment. You always can slab it later. After slabbing you can not touch it anymore.
You guys are so lucky!were from different part of the world would never get to meet/personally inperson signed by them😅. Great content KIU!
Man! That comiccon looks awesome! Cool that Steranko and Shooter were there, I saw them at the comicon in Lexington, Ky earlier in March, in fact, I got Shooter's autograph secret wars #1, and got it graded! Just came back today actually! Super stoked, I wanted to get Steranko's as well, my heart said yes! but my pocket said no lol, thanks for the video as always! Looking forward to more content!! God bless and happy hunting!!
Dude! You had a killer day! I agree with the masses in that I definitely agree with submitting the Steranko book. I always submit books that I personally stand in line to get signed. Great video, man!
Absolutely would have gotten it slabbed. I keep all my books raw no matter the value EXCEPT if I want a signed book then I get it slabbed to authenticate the signature. Yes obv you know it’s real but if it’s passed down to your kids grandkids etc it will never be debatable
That 1st HOS 92 for $800 looked gorgeous! Would have been tough to pass (if i had the extra $$ :(
I would have liked to have met Steranko I'm looking for Captain America 111 that's his famous cover of cap with the shield in the air. Great show Mike.
My thoughts on slabbing is conflicted. I probably wouldn’t have slabbed the Steranko signed book.
Hi Mike, just wanted to say I really enjoy your channel. I stumbled upon it by accident. And I gotta say it’s one of the best accidents! I’m a huge comic book fan and have always been one since I was a kid. Unfortunately I never had any LCS’s near me. As an adult my love and passion for comics still remains. Comic collecting is something I’ve wanted to get into for a very long time. And what I really like about your channel is you give awesome pointers and tips with some history mixed in to help others who also have a deep love for this hobby or for people that wanna get into this hobby but don’t know where to start like me. I am hoping to finally start my own collection soon. Thanks and keep up the great content!👍🏽
Michelinie's line was long all day, as was steranko's. I couldn't believe Bagley wasn't next to michelinie. Several times I noticed bagley had no line.
Encapsulatin' X-MEN #50 w Steranko's sig was a great idea! The man is a legend, & it's a special book for you. Moreover, him signing where he wanted to, worked out ever so brilliantly - looks amazing!
Always spring for all the bells and whistles when legendary people are involved. It s a capsule in time that your kids and their kids will treasure. 😃🐳👍
The Storm drawing is stunning. 😍. You definitely need frames for those original works of art.
I remember when I met David michelinie when he came to my lcs for a signing any profits that were made were donated to a cat shelters. He was super nice even tho I was stuttering after every single word I said but one of the coolest experiences I've ever had. He also wanted me to let you know he's looking forward to your Chris Claremont X-Men collection video 🤣 ok maybe he didn't say that last part 👀
LOLOLOL great comment, point taken!
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Wow! That comic art from John is unreal! Looks like the kind of shows I dream about going to. Glad you had fun, great video as always my friend!
Nice autographs on your books. The only book I ever had sign was by Jack Kirby on a silver age Thor,probably over 40 years ago. No charge back then at a N.Y. CON.
Steranko's art for the time was so far above most ...definitely top five. I would have had graded and certified...regret selling my copy of that XMen 30 years ago. Still have copies of classic Sheld, etc to enjoy...Glad you had a good time...would be an old time like show I would want to attend.