10k comics what did I find? pedigree collection?? Part 2

This collection keeps getting better! Watch and see what sort of finds came out of last weeks adventure buying the storage unit full of comics! And... subscribe for more videos and live feed updates!

[@raulburriel]

For those of you thinking the seller got robbed, remember that everything is worth exactly whatever someone else is willing to pay for it. Alex bought this collection when no one else would. And Alex is going to have to put in the work now to re-sell these books. Until Alex sells them, these books only have inherent value. It’s going to cost money to store them, sort them, grade them, etc. The previous owner probably didn’t have the money to do any of that. If they did, maybe they could have reached out to some other buyers and gotten a better price. But as it stood, it was occupying a storage locker that carries a cost, and they could have gotten damaged. Before, the comic books were costing them money every month. Now, they’re saving that monthly rental fee, and they have $10,000 in their bank account. These books are rare and valuable, but only in a very specific market. Comic book collecting itself is pretty niche, and these are a narrow sub-genre. They’re almost more valuable to cowboy/western collectors to comic book collectors. It’s like sci-fi books or horror books or romance books. It’s not Spider-man and it’s not Batman so someone out there is interested, but it’s not 10 someones or 100 someones. Alex has an avenue for advertising this collection to buyers that most other people don’t have. Already, in a matter of days, more people know that these books are for sale than in months of the old seller trying to off-load them. That’s because of Alex’s investment.

[@samTollefson]

Alex said he had estimated the number to be 7000, @ $1 per copy, I think.

[@michelelupo3207]

Well said Raul.

[@nancymontgomery8897]

No way did Alex take advantage. He was reluctant to buy at all because it was risky for him to spend a lot when he has financials commitments. He made his offer not knowing just how valuable the collection was. The seller had the right to reject the offer if they weren't happy with it. Both parties are happy with the sale.

[@Rootsradical808]

I love comics, but hate these westerns. John Carter and turok are neat!!. Early sci-fi, horror comic are cool aswell!

[@waynestruzynski253]

Very well said, Raul. You have given a very accurate description of the situation with the collection. An items true value is what someone is willing to buy it for. My late Dad always said “It’s easier to buy than it is to sell”. Well done!

[@denniselgatoblanco824]

If anyone ever had doubts about the existence of karma, your channel is almost empirical evidence. Fortune is smiling upon you good sir! Well done!

[@meh-canics9628]

Mary may be smiling upon him

[@Ashley__Rose]

Meh- canics and his dad

[@FoundThingsandFamilyLegacies]

Follow up, follow up, follow up! It’s where the winners reside! Very interesting. I have absolutely no knowledge on comic books, so love the lessons within this. Thank you!

[@kellyestes5482]

Anyone who has watched this channel knows how generous Alex is and would never be out to intentionally short anyone.

[@kerinholmstrom250]

Here's a bit of trivia you might not know. First, I was a huge Louis L' amour fan (1975 +) had all the paperbacks. After he past, his family put out collections of unpublished pieces & things he written under different names. The one thing he'd never admit to when alive is being the writer of "Hopalong Cassidy". Only after his passing was the series credited to him.

[@nancymontgomery8897]

Shazam! My dad loved reading Louie L'amour westerns. I gave them away after he passed.

[@kanganoroo3849]

Very interesting. My mother loved his books.

[@authorjohnwquinn]

Congratulations. Its amazing to me that you were the only one that showed any interest in this incredible collection. Well done to you for making the trip out there to see it. You deserve everything coming your way! Enjoy!

[@MediaTribeUSAAus]

Security, security. What a find! Make sure it’s safe.

[@pamalapeterson5352]

Of course I wish you’ll luck!.....thank you for sharing!.....comics....who knew one day they would be valuable!.....God bless y’all abundantly and stay safe and healthy!

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

I can't wait for updates!!!!!!!! Love you and your family!! This is such an interesting and wholesome show, if I had kids we would watch as a family ❤️

[@mindyrobertson6203]

I hope you have good security at your house. Also, try to get them up off the floor; you don't want any water damage! Just a thought.

[@ibanezleftyclub]

These deserve a storage locker.

[@SeleBear]

I was thinking the same thing 🥺.

[@ElsaInCa]

Give Alex a little credit - he’s had the collection less than a week and is assessing what he has. He has handled valuable collectiables before.

[@SeleBear]

Elsa Cisneros I only meant it in the context of being weary of others. Alex and his family are amazing, wonderful people but sadly there are also people willing to take advantage of a situation. Garage doors are not the most secure barriers out there. I would think even popping the boxes in the house (short term) would be better - which admit he has done with the more high end 1st editions 💛. I just want the best for him and the whole family.

[@katherineg5946]

@@ibanezleftyclub a climate controlled one definitely.

[@chrismadden7127]

Be careful stacking the boxes on the bare concrete. They can pick up or trap moisture even if it seems dry.

[@williamcollins8098]

Yeah condensation... Moisture wicks up inside the box.Chris is right.

[@wandaholzer7899]

I’m in Alaska. I’ve been following you for almost a year now. You’re you tubes are bar-none! Love the comic book editions. I sure will keep watching you... you are such a hard worker, which I really appreciate❣️

[@brandonallard8388]

All those binders full of covers are incredibly valuable to other collectors. You've already hit gold, but for many people who are trying to collect golden age books they are far more likely to find coverless copies. When you have the skill to marry the cover to a naked book, they present far better. Not to mention getting a qualified label is still better than getting an incomplete on a slabbed book. If I lived closer I'd be camped out on your doorstep. Great find.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Great idea for him to sell those on too. But why would you be camped out in front of his garage? To read the comics or buy some? Email him or call his shop if you want to buy any of them he'll ship it to you. Just asking as I thought it amusing.

[@shirleycoles3652]

Very interesting, thank you..may you be blessed with a wonderful comeback.enough for the new building..🙂

[@tammypopiel7378]

Wow Alex..this is amazing! How exciting for and as a viewer it's fun to watch and see the interesting things u find/buy. This is definitely a huge collection and it looks like it will benefit u well over time. Love seeing all ur adventures and being a part of it. Thx for letting us tag along. 👍😀❤

[@nancymontgomery8897]

THIS IS TREMENDOUSLY EXCITING!!!!! Alex, you deserve a windfall like this. May these books pay for your addition and then some. So happy God blesses you so often.

[@ofermashiach4519]

This collection turned out to be a gold mine. That will definitely help you cover the costs of the new building.

[@swapmeetlus4096]

All I can say is that you deserve a good fined. You are an amazing person, funny enough you have made me think of what a good person is. Now I look forward to help people more. You and your wife are well minded people. God bless you and your family.

[@mamapillow8365]

Glad you were blessed with this opportunity. Very cool to see those.

[@CheleinSF]

I know nothing about collectible comic books and I’m fascinated by this.

[@dianewolfenberger8436]

I agree with the person that said have a grader come to you...do not risk sending them away.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

true but another person said it can take months to process one comic as they go through the whole of the comic page by page. So not feasible, however I am sure when he sends them they will be insured to the full retail value per item.

[@junkin]

doesnt work like that..

[@mackeymintle66]

Most pre-war comics were turned in during paper drives. Pretty scarce.

[@mackeymintle66]

I bet Mile High comics would offer you a bunch for all of those. Give them a call in Denver, Co.

[@dianne11ca]

Mackey Mintle I had not thought of that being the reason for pre-war comics being so scarce. I certainly can see it now. Hard times in the 30's.

[@mackeymintle66]

@Steve G of course not, but he knows how long it’s going to take to sell them off piecemeal. Im sure he could get 5x his money back instantly, and not have to deal with all the work and the storage, etc.

[@deniseboldea1624]

I knew Overstreet set the standard for comic book pricing, but who knew the guides themselves were valuable?

[@CuriosityIncorporated]

I didn’t :)

[@michaelschuenemann3505]

Man oh Man - You hit the Jack Pot - Bingo-Bingo - what a Gold Mine - some rare Comics - WOW !!!! Keep Safe and many-many Cheers from all of us here in Australia - we love it !!!!

[@cottonwoodbazaar941]

Thanks for sharing and caring! Stay Safe!

[@frankiecarrel1369]

I want to wish you the very best of luck I love what you do edit finds that you find it's like you say if you don't go or lead you might Miss something and I take your going to get your money back and more on what you have now God-bless you all your family is amazing

[@dmiller5765]

Congratulations, Alex. I realize there'll be lots of work but I'm excited for you & the family to have this be a successful & profitable venture.

[@carystorm3280]

That John Wayne impression had rolling on the floor,🤣

[@NitrousDiecast]

Its good to hear that you have already sold the price guides, I’m sure that you will make quite a nice profit on the rest of the comics! Im looking forward to seeing the movie posters and other items soon too!

[@themoviedealers]

The movie adaptation of "The Squaw Man" was the FIRST feature film shot in Hollywood. Shot by Cecil B. DeMille in 1913. Right when the first movie studio was built in Hollywood itself. (There were some movies being made prior to that in Los Angeles, starting around 1909, but in downtown, not Hollywood, and I believe they were all short subjects.)

[@petat13]

The Movie Dealers wow! That’s a cool bit of trivia.

[@TXMEDRGR]

It sounds like your kindness and business savvy is going to pay off. Good luck!

[@electricmastro]

If you’re interested in looking at more Western comics, then I’d generally recommend any drawn by Everett Kinstler, which he mostly did for Avon. He’s probably the most standout artist for Western comics of the time, like with his art for Geronimo.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

👍👌👏 A great purchase again! Congrats!

[@lynfreeman2383]

You fall on your feet and get right back on the ride! Well done you!

[@drskull9]

Check the backs of the covers, if hey have printing on the back, indicia, ads, etc. They're off of comics, If they're blank or have printer details, usually handwritten, they were test runs. I've had both

[@dianne11ca]

I have a sneaking suspicion that these covers are far more valuable than Alex thinks they may be. There could be 'error' test covers, too, and they can be worth extra for that.

[@raulburriel]

I wonder if they have staple punctures. That would tell us if they were removed from a comic book or if they’re something else.

[@semperatis]

This could be an absolute gold mine Alex,there's some really rare issues in there.

[@needfortweed8734]

This was a very interesting video, Alex. We learned a bit about comic, comic pricing and hopefully you'll turn a tidy profit on the comic books. I hope you keep us posted...

[@lisabottorff873]

Great find Alex! Hope you, Melissa and the children are all doing well.

[@johnm.withersiv4352]

Turok is a great story! The character came back in the '90s with a comic series and video game. That keeps the character alive and desirable to some degree.

[@calebleland8390]

It's so cool seeing all those old comics, and seeing that the original owner kept them in such great condition and had them in mylars makes me happy. Awesome video, Alex!

[@mspeachy3226]

This really took me back to my childhood. Oh, if I only had all the comic books that I had then!! LOL

[@keithbriere]

Thanks Alex. I was hoping you would cover this information for us. Great buy for you. I wish you continued success. 🤗Cheers!

[@dorothyrobdau6942]

I remember how much my brother loved to wear his hop a long Cassidy tie . We called the books then funny books. Being a girl, I loved the Archie and Jughead series with Veronica and Betty. We read them over and over. Thanks 😌 for bringing back memories.

[@maryc4745]

This is fascinating! I always learn something new watching your videos. Thanks for another antique lesson! I've often wondered how you determine the price of things and the comoc book website was interesting.

[@curtainsup9]

it amazes me that people are willing to pay what they do for comic books! I hope you find buyers for every one!

[@Jeppe.P.Bjerget]

Congratulation. What a buy, again. It is so fun to see how you do great "shopping" :) I hope this will secure you and your family for years. You work hard and go in for what you do. Best wishes from Jan in Norway

[@barbaracleri123]

There U go money for your new store yea.👏👏😃

[@seekersofrhythm]

What an amazing collection. I'm surprised that you haven't had an expert come over to your store and go through them in situ. There may be some that you didn't realise had value. Maybe the valuation could be done on site. Never the less great buy and given the hassle you went through with your extension you've earned some good news. So please for you and the business. Best wishes and stay safe J

[@The1queencollector]

Your new build might have to be the rare vintage comic shop lol

[@maddog6191]

I can't wait to see the comics after they are graded

[@Randy8923]

Enjoyed. Fascinating to learn along with you about value of these comic books. Such a wonderful collection.

[@roxannedaly279]

WOW what a find!! My Dad owned a Ben Franklin store & comics were very popular sales. Each month, whatever didn’t sell, it was my job to tear off the title/date at the top of front cover so it could be return for credit from supplier. OMG, if I’d only known then that they’d be worth “megabucks” 60 years later

[@roxannedaly279]

ps...any “Katy Keene” comics (part of Archie series I believe)! Best wishes from Minnesota 😊

[@grettagirl2884]

Roxanne Daly My father owned a Ben Franklin store too! He bought all the comics we had growing up. He loved them as much as he taught us to! Somehow they always ended up on a table in the bathroom 😳!

[@nancymontgomery8897]

@@grettagirl2884 What a mental image! Too funny.

[@grettagirl2884]

@@nancymontgomery8897 💖😉💖

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

Great! Looks like you got a really good deal! Hope the comic sales help to finance the addition to your store! Awesome!

[@Thecuriousmind2]

Hi Alex, thank you for getting back to me. I'll check the auction.

[@donzinette]

These comics are in such amazing condition. The previous owner sure took good care of them. Great purchase Alex. :)

[@elysapethsmith8505]

comics 😍 omg the first overstreet guide! That’s awesome

[@robstephens]

I would be concerned that if I were to send several of these off to be graded in one mailing that they might get stolen, lost or damaged. They will certainly help pay for your new building.

[@Ashley__Rose]

He should definitely spend the extra $$ to get the package insured up to retail price

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

Hi Alex 🖐🏼. You have got to be one of the luckiest people on this planet. What an Amazing find.🙋🏿‍♀️👌.

[@margaretf6147]

Carole Roseburgh He makes his luck🍀, through a lot of hard work😊

[@billbrowning50]

Very impressive set of comics, many brought back memories of the 60’s. I would so enjoy hearing the results of grading them.

[@horrormomma]

Wow! I cannot wait for the update video with all the values. Good luck! These are awesome!

[@sevenbells96]

The former owner of these Comic collections etc. spent a lot of time investing in his hobby. GREAT VIDEO AND GREAT CONTENT. THUMBS-UP ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tykellerman6384]

This could be your best haul ... good luck🤠👍

[@Thecuriousmind2]

I would love to see a flyer/magazine of your regular and not so regular of your supplies/items with pics and prices. It certainly would make seeing what you have for sale easier :D

[@wowzieee]

Alex, this is so exciting. If you could get a comic pro in to just gush over these, that would be fun to watch. I can hear piggy banks getting broken to see how much spare change some comic collectors can gather up. Best of luck. I see an auction on your future.

[@amywright2243]

Awesome finds! Hope you get everything you need from it and collectors can love these treasures. Get well soon!

[@cathymoore2377]

Wishing you much success with your investment Alexander.

[@shelleynobleart]

Tremendous collection. Supreme find. Well done!

[@meh-canics9628]

Suddenly I had a vision of how excited a kid would have been back in the day collecting his Hero Roy Rogers! (Yeah, I have a touch of those abilities!) Kids nowadays would never understand

[@eamcostyle2641]

You guys work so incredibly hard - but you are also the luckiest guy on the planet I think! Great that all your years of obsession are paying off!!!! Man this is unbelievable!

[@bewareofwil]

The Conqueror is what lead to John Wayne and many others on location to an early grave. Where they filmed in Utah was about 150 miles downwind of the nuclear testing site in Nevada in the 1950's.

[@adrianbirkett594]

I wish you look my friend, loved that ramble through those cool comics. Those posters must be worth a fortune alone!. You did OK for sure. Adrian 🍀

[@gailjohnston6102]

Do you enjoy the research as must as the find? Fun work that really brings home the bacon. Congrats.

[@MerrimanDevonshire]

It's always interesting to see parts of the Golden/Silver Age of Comics that most have no idea existed. This is a sad reminder of how much the media (and print in general) has fallen.

[@gibblip.816]

Good on you Alex, like you said you was the only one that made the journey, good luck to you.

[@coffeefortwosolly]

Great find awesome result! 🙋🏻‍♀️🇬🇧💕

[@davidmartin4532]

😎👍Nice comicbook haul! CBCS is the best grading company, those comics will really hold their values! Thanks for showing! 😜

[@mexicanspec]

I remember the night Ricky Nelson died. A friend and I were driving around on that night, December 31, 1985 and it came over the radio. It made an impression on me enough to remember the time and date all these years later.

[@nancymontgomery8897]

Ricky had more talent than people gave him credit for. He was hindered by being typecast as a teen heartthrob. He had some mature songwriting skills.

[@mexicanspec]

@@nancymontgomery8897 It is too bad he didn't live longer. It would have been interesting to see what he would have done.

[@Carolbearce]

I am guessing you have had so much fun looking through those boxes. A lot of work but work you love.

[@seashoresue]

that it was all organized sure helped! In the first video when he started pulling out some and just putting them back in randomly, I was like "NOOOO, their in order don't do that " lol

[@robertgregson2183]

When I use to collect model railway mags covers were kept to replace covers on same mags to make them mint so if you have a comic in good condition but cover ripped it could be replaced maybe thats why you have a collection of comic covers

[@robertgregson2183]

old railway mags the staples rusted so much they had to be replaced but I guess if you keep the staples on comics it keeps the value

[@seekersofrhythm]

The film posters will be a big suprise if they are in the same condition as the comics. Can't wait to see them (getting over excited about a collection that's not mine) I just love posters especially painted ones

[@neilthehermit4655]

GGod. This is a find of a lifetime,again. I am so jealous, any ten comics out of this set would make most collectors very happy.Well done sir.

[@marilynsullivan3260]

I’m glad you got some good stuff that you can peddle, you deserve it, that new store is in sight.

[@cjdesign5700]

One of the best places to realize the market is eBay SOLD listings. Runs usually don't sell for more, usually less, because people who like the copy already have some. Pedigree is usually only recognized from original owners. Grading w/ be expensive...I know as I have submissions right now. Best of luck.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

You’ll have to update us with sales of some of the more valuable issues and what they sold for. Just until you recoup your initial investment. Good luck, Alex. You’re going to do very well on this terrific find.

[@ElsaInCa]

Excellent deal! It will be fascinating to see how it all goes! Growing up in the 1950’s, my favorite comics were Little Lulu and once I was around 9 or 10, the Archie comics - they were more grown up!😄

[@nancymontgomery8897]

Oh yes. The way she ate her lollipop was so weird. And I remember Baby Huey, Henry, and the Little King around the same era.

[@cathifamjourney469]

Can't wait to see how this deal works out for you. My hope after seeing your collection is that you will do great 👍 💖 ❤ and hope it will sell quickly and pay most if not all of your expansion costs.

[@mikes455]

I started collecting comics in 1984. Golden Age definitely has a niche market that is usually stronger then Silver Age. The good thing is that people who will shell out for these books will love them just as much as the last owner. They will find good homes that will preserve them. It’s truly a win-win.

[@ramata1962]

Alex be sure to tell us about how the grading turned out and how you plan to sell them.

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

Your John Wayne was hilarious 🤣

[@nancymontgomery8897]

I'm Ghengis Khan, Pilgrim. He had me chortling over that one.

[@CantankerousDave]

And not too far off if you’ve seen the movie.

[@markandrews302]

What a GREAT collection!

[@karenwolf3779]

This could not have happened to a nicer man! There is enough there to pay for your new store and maybe a new home for your wonderful family.

[@emilyarchibald1900]

So glad it turned out to be a great collection! I hope you find buyers quickly to make a bunch of money for your addition! :)

[@jrand2631]

I think there's no doubt about that you'll get your money back, and then some! Yeah, it might take some time, but you already got $2000 back, so the last $8000 shouldn't take too long, especially not taken the rarity and condition of many of the comics in mind + all the movie posters, which I would expect to be quite valuable too. I think it's safe to say that you hit the jackpot with this one!

[@Ashley__Rose]

He’s definitely going to be making bank off that

[@elizabethlangheim7214]

I hope the gentleman got all his joy from collecting because at $1 a comic when you think of buying them, storage at home and then storage fees at a locker for at least 3 months (if not years?) and then stress of not being able to find buyers and then settling for less than half just shows you can’t count on a collection increasing in value. It will be interesting to see if there is a big market for comic books or if they’ll just end up at auction sold in lots. That comic book stores weren’t interested seems weird unless the market is dying. I think Alex will make a profit due to all his leg work though.

[@JonBlondell]

Having an entire run of a comic greatly enhances their value, be sure to mention that when you send them off! But you probably know that.

[@snowman3630]

Great and Very Historical Collection Alex this is a true GOLDEN GEM 💎 TOM MIX HUNG AROUND WTATT EARP AND WAS AT HIS FUNERAL TOO NOW THAT'S HISTORY GOOD LUCK N TAKE CARE, I PASSED YOUR CHANNEL ON TO A COLLECTOR IN WALES LET'S SEE WHERE IT GOES

[@bernardsummers9050]

All I can say is, "WOW". Nice score.

[@aliceblue7305]

People, mostly my dad, used to say, see you in the funny pages!

[@FigaroHey]

That was a common expression in the United States in the World War II generation. "See you in the funny papers" or 'funny pages' depending on where you lived. But that was referring not to comic books, but the comic section of the newspaper.

[@amandataub842]

I hope you feel better soon and that the family are well.

[@MinxieGirl]

Such a cool collection of comics! Nice that you showed the comic book website! Going to look up my comics at some point, got heaps mainly late 80s and early to mid 90s I think, before it got too expensive to collect!