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merlinflex reacted to a post in a topic: the incredible hulk 180 regrading by CGC worth it?
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: Hero Restoration, Anyone know the latest?
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Frankly, I would have graded it the same (9.0) whether it was foxing or some other sort of stain. I don't see this as a miss on your part, Mike. According to the CGC Grading Guide foxing is allowed up to 9.8, but I would have assumed that in higher grades that would mean a very small and light spot of foxing that is barely visible. I never would have thought that a large and moderately dark spot could go to 9.6.
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It's probably 8.0 without the rust stain. It's tough to gauge how much that will knock it down, but likely 6.5/7.0
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3.0/3.5
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Frankly, the PGX slab adds zero value, and actually may detract. Many collectors see PGX and think, "over-graded and possibly unnoted restoration, missing pieces or trimming." I would crack and it and keep it raw. Slabbing at that grade level doesn't add much. It's a reader. But, If you want it graded, send to CGC.
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: TWD #132 CBCS 9.9 send to CGC?
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: What means FA on MHC stickers?
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: Impress me.
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BingBangBong reacted to a post in a topic: eBay acquiring Goldin Auctions?
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Is this the hill you wanna die on? In all seriousness, this is common practice in almost all auctions houses for high-end collectibles. Goldin routinely sells six and seven figure items. And they have global bidding clientele. I assume the Social Security number is for tax purposes and also to prevent fraud.
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The Lions Den reacted to a post in a topic: What is "Poor Pressing" and how is that a book defect and not an opinion?
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: What is "Poor Pressing" and how is that a book defect and not an opinion?
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It can, especially on dark colors. Pressing a light break flat can make the break wider and slightly more prominent. It depends on the severity of the break. In this case, it appears the paper fiber is lightly broken (even if the color is not.) This may press flat, but there will always be a fine disruption to the surface of the paper.
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Clean and Press results
Mr. Zipper replied to makeminemarvel's topic in Comic Book Grading and Restoration Issues
Right. For $15 you'll get a one and done and out of the press as soon as it cools. Probably no dry cleaning or spot ironing. -
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: What is "Poor Pressing" and how is that a book defect and not an opinion?
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Mr. Zipper reacted to a post in a topic: What is "Poor Pressing" and how is that a book defect and not an opinion?
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My guess is that these books suffer from a constellation of issues related to poor pressing and it was easier to note this than go though a laundry list of flaws. I'm glad to see this and I wish CGC did it more. Why? To stem the tsunami of janky Facebook / YouTube pressers who are ruining books. A casual viewing of these channels you will quickly see yahoos doing everything wrong and taking bad shortcuts: Pressers who insert backing boards between the cover and first page, leaving staple tears and a sharp crease parallel to the spine Pressers who bake books at way too high temps Pressers who crush books leaving them flat and lifeless Pressers who spray books with a steamer instead of proper humidification Books with wavy open edges, humidity ripples, erasure marks and more Books being cleaned with peroxide, bleach, and other unknown "magic" solvents sold by Comic Hobby Snake Oil Salesmen I could go on and on. But what is even more sad is that there are star struck schmucks waiting in line to use the services of these clowns. This isn't an anti-pressing post. But if you are going to do it, do it right. Teach yourself the proper way, or use a true professional like Joey.
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I'm not sure I get it. So Goldin Auctions will continue to be branded Goldin, but they will use ebay as their auction platform?
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What makes you say that?