How To Grade Comics - The CGC 9.8

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[@mixelplik]

Very helpful information. Thanks!

[@rogera616]

Great vid, we could all use a lesson in grading!

[@leeniren3706]

Very good helpful video I actually understand now why some of my books only got a 96 it makes me feel a lot better

[@kirbycarpenter9775]

Like the grading class. Thanks Bry.

[@funeralbatman2515]

Awesome video I appreciate that you explain what caused the issues and now I understand what I am looking for when I stop at my LCS

[@chadfontoura]

Excellent info! This is a great help.

[@Oddrob7782]

Great episode, thanks for the awesome content!

[@JAYFARRELL31]

Fantastic video thank you for taking the time to do this, knowledge is power 😀

[@robertlangman9856]

Thanks again for an awesome educational video helping me pick some for my next grading batch.

[@DarrenCarman]

Love these type of explanations

[@geraldkeyes4851]

Super helpful, love your content. Thank you

[@cwilson045]

Very eye opening thanks!!

[@81Blabar]

Good stuff! Thanks for the tips.

[@nateperaccini8912]

Thank you for this Bry !

[@craigyearbury5688]

I’m glad you keep doing these sort of videos

[@Vp-jt3vl]

Really good vid dude! I alway like watching/comparing books to see why they won't get the grade.

[@brianp.1026]

Great information! Thanks!

[@andrewcai5042]

Appreciate the grading information.

[@dreamscape181]

Thanks. Great info

[@kerryjohnson8]

I will be sending books next year to get prescreen for 9.8. Thanks for the great video.

[@nerdyoldwoman9651]

Excellent tutorial with great examples. Please do a video of this type every once in a while!

[@VidTubeWatch]

Fountain of knowledge here. Very useful information.

[@scottstrobell4677]

Very helpful, thank you

[@kingsleychan]

I wish cgc hired you as a grader, you're so consistent. Can't say the same about them at the moment. Thanks for the detailed vid!

[@Robert-nu4vc]

They aren't consistent because you are paying for someone's opinion of what condition your comic is in. Everyone has a different opinion. It's all a sham.

[@LoganLeger]

Great video, Bry. Am working on my first full submission so this was really helpful!

[@adama1333]

That was such an informative video! Thank you for the great work. Glad I found your channel!!

[@justinreddick2615]

Solid video and as always great insight. Thanks man and keep ‘‘em coming!!!!!!

[@nore1800]

Great insights, I've been working on sorting through my books to what I can send off. Thanks!

[@leftyB82]

Nice punisher slab

[@BZackheim]

Wow you’re timing is perfect for me. Just packing up my first CGC batch!

[@prestonmccumber3038]

I really enjoyed the video! I have seen that circular imprint on the back of boom comics before and wondered if that would knock it out 9.8 territory. Very helpful!

[@johncol2550]

Excellent! Great info with clear examples to show the difference between 9.8 and 9.6. Great camera control so the viewer can see the color breaking, finger bends, etc. Would love to see you do a similar video for silver/bronze books. Thanks, this video made me a subscriber!

[@zachbrobst9473]

This is way better value than that grading guide CGC is selling 👍

[@Supermaninc1]

Awesome content!! I really need to work on my grading skills!!

[@Forza_Juventus_48]

Great refresher video Bry!

[@jimchurchsr2860]

Thanks Bry - very useful info -thanks for the mystery box - I’m happy also won a mini prize - very happy

[@marcpaterniti4666]

Been waiting for a video like this thanks so much

[@bestcore1214]

I've been cleaning and pressing for many years now but all older books,so I find this helpful. I'm way more scared to press modern than bronze or silver

[@Jay-qv8hq]

Great info thank you

[@rafe496]

Very informative, thanks Bry.

[@Notthatshaneblack]

Fantastic tutorial. Thanks 🙏🏼

[@gailtryon1453]

Thank you for running a business with high standards and integrity.

[@leftyB82]

Your right I needed this video I send In comics just by looking at them

[@lunehyun4354]

This is good to know starting off my grading comic journey

[@aaronjohnston1363]

So much good info, thanks Bry!

[@Yungcomics]

i've never submitted books before although im new to the team. thanks for the video :)

[@BrysComics]

Welcome to the team!!

[@grahammann5669]

Keep up the great work Bry

[@anastacialehman9231]

Thanks for the great video. So detailed and informative. If only CGC were as consistent as you are.

[@jcold007]

This is insightful man. I’m wanting to improve my skills as I am starting to submit my own books.

[@NicksKixComics]

Absolutely IMPORTANT video- If I wasn't already subbed, this would have been the one to do it for me.. Thanks man!!!

[@peterkalos6271]

I got my first submission ever back in August. I sent 18 books unpressed and no pre-screen. I got back one 9.4, eight 9.6’s, and nine 9.8’s. I was pretty please with the results for my first submission ever with no press.

[@FitzKnighner]

I’ve had great success with Boom books on pre screen. Sometimes it helps to just keep submitting a book that you can tell has no visible defects. I had a Nyx 3 denied 3 times before they finally admitted it was a 9.8. It looked perfect even under a microscope and they kept denying it. Also, try submitting at different times of the month, rumor has it they have a quota on how many 9.8’s they can have. Sounds like conspiracy type stuff but I’ve had absolute perfect books denied and definite 9.4 to 9.6’s approved on 9.8 pre screens. Great video bro!

[@vertex475]

Thank you. Great info. Very useful!

[@DaleofSuspense]

another great informative video. thank you Bry.

[@ufounderground4042]

I've pressed many foil books without any issues. I use 80lb cardstock for the cover interiors and I use a magazine board in the center of the comic to hold up the staples. I set my press at 160 degrees (pressing heat may differ depending on the press) and ALWAYS use silicone releases paper on any foil surface! You can and likely will press the texture of the teflon sheet into the foil in most cases. I back the preasure of the press off a bit and clamp it for 5min with heat then turn the press off. leave the book clamped inside until the press is cold to the touch or longer for better results. I've pressed about 50 foil cover books including Venom lethal protector #1 Gold foil and all the books came out perfectly. This is just the method I prefer to use and I get great results. I'm not saying it's the only way.

[@nuctech99m]

Great info hope to use this so I can send some of my books

[@cvang999]

Thanks for providing the grading/inspection info.

[@Seerojascomics]

Always bring the good video keep it going my bro

[@papasplaceofultimatecoolness]

Great video, bro. Very informative.

[@bryanbartrop5091]

Great instructional video...

[@sidneyrivera3578]

Thanks for the video Bry. I enjoy “grading videos” to help “sharpen” my eye when looking at potential CGC candidates. Keep grinding bro!✌🏼

[@KW-ov2dv]

Great Pointers, thank you!

[@JBoogie2324]

My first sub was prescreen 9.8 and I went 21/25 and my second submission I learned some mistakes and went 25/25. About to send in my third set this week. Wish me 🍀 luck.

[@jasonsalazar7126]

Love the video. Helps put a lot worth what to look for and what not to. Totally did not know they were so lenient on the spine rubs. Great video bro!!

[@TraditionalWangs]

Great video.. hoping to send off my first couple books by the end of the year. hoping for at least half of them back in a 9.8! for sure gonna reference this video when checking them out before sending.

[@ericschroeder4065]

Great stuff! Thanks for the info!

[@Jungle-Boogie]

I have some books with ripples. I always figured that was a big strike against a high grade with CGC. Good info here, Bry.

[@terrygillard1672]

I've been thinking of submitting some comics for grading but was unsure which books to pick. now I have some idea how to narrow my list. thank you

[@coolworldpopculture]

I never, ever, ever buy any books--unless it's a steal of a deal or it's a bulk lot--without looking at the backs. And when I list on eBay and check comparables those listings not showing the back aren't even factored in to the comp. I heard the funniest thing one night on Whatnot. This guy was selling a bunch of old books in bags and every time he pulled one off the stack it made a sucking, peeling sound and he said, "Listen to that. You hear that? That's a near mint book." He sold a crap ton of stuff but I'm curious about buyer response. Another helpful video and much appreciated. I'm not able to finish the video right now, so maybe you've addressed it, but what are your thoughts about the CGC Grading Guide CGC released at NYCC? I think it's about time and that it's a pretty good opportunity to get at least a little clarity and transparency about how they grade.

[@BrysComics]

I’ve heard some of the craziest claims on whatnot too…looking forward to that book it will be interesting to see!

[@Fenimore.Cassidy]

I learned a lot from this video - not just examples of grades but also some new terminology. Great content!

[@jasonc9798]

THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE INFO

[@bfx9578]

Bussin Content!!!!

[@TheCollector5150]

Just got a batch of books back from CGC that had been sitting at CCS waiting to be pressed for 6 months. My advice, use a reputable presser and avoid CCS. I have a book that grader notes listed having "light finger bends" which I know for absolute certain did not have them when I sent it in, not to mention pressing should have flattened those out. A few books were 9.6 with no grader notes so I have no idea why (visually they look excellent). A book I was sure would get 9.6 got a 9.8. And the book that was the gem of the entire submission, the one I was absolutely sure would be 9.8 (didn't even need pressing but since I submitted with the others it went to CCS as well) got a 9.6, again with no grader notes. Most ironically, my copy of Rust #1 deluxe got graded a 9.6 and the grader notes listed "light rust on staple"...

[@garywoods3196]

Loved the info thx Bry!

[@NickDoulas]

Great Video

[@Nf7mate]

Useful info, thanks.

[@davidfausel9029]

Practical details and info - your videos are always top notch, Bry, especially vids like this :-)

[@dirtystinkinhippie3246]

I'm just about to send a stack thanks for the info!!!

[@joaquinrubio3230]

Good tips I appreciate it.

[@breakbeatz309]

Great info as always!

[@austmick]

Great info as always!

[@l.greenemachine66]

Great information man I don't know how to look a lot closer to books if I ever send any off. I can't afford to send a whole bunch off so I heard they only take 10 or more. So unless I can find an order to share a ride. I guess I have to wait LOL

[@braddunderwood]

Just getting into grading loved the detailed look at what is and isn't accepted for 9.8. Would definitely like to see more videos like this. Thank you

[@michaelmaggio3414]

Super helpful, thanks Bry! I’m gearing up for my first CGC submittal and your vid couldn’t of come at a better time!

[@josesoler6987]

Great information.

[@marcloev2072]

This is one of my favorite videos that you have created. Terrific detail and I am really appreciative of the cause and effect i.e. lines from the poly bags and Spine white seam breaks lines from packaging. Thanks for the finger bend example! Bry - your the man and always wishing you success. Thanks a lot for the informative content. btw I am surprised at the amount of cover rippling CGC will allow as a 9.8... I always press that out. Take a lot of time though.

[@BrandonMcIntyre541]

Bry! I just opened my mystery box earlier today and was astonished! Value was almost double what was paid. THANK YOU! Look forward to more mystery boxes in the future.

[@petrog9142]

Great job on this video!

[@corso_kid]

If u have the time can u send this video to CGC? They need a training video and u just nailed it

[@Caseshells123]

You can get a 9.8 with tiny spine ticks as long as everything else is clean. I bet that book with the 2 small ticks w color break would get it

[@dennismcmahan632]

Good insight thanks

[@Crazyonyou1231]

I've been slowly putting together 25 books I want to send off so this video helps a bunch. Thanks so much!

[@trash_gamer143]

Like others already said in the comments these videos are definitely helpful for us less experienced in picking books to get graded, thanks 🙏

[@bootheroy42]

Awesome video. I learned a lot. What's your thoughts on CGC releasing a guide on grading?

[@BrysComics]

Just ordered one!

[@GymLeaderRay]

Thanks for the video!

[@johnvargas2127]

Great content as usual!

[@Hernani475Park]

Great Video 🌊Blue Ocean Comics

[@l.greenemachine66]

That Punisher slab you're giving away is awesome. Back in the day when I was little and growing up excuse me young and growing up lol, they didn't have sketch variants and stuff like that in the late seventies early eighties. Not that I can remember anyway.

[@jGronk3030]

Nice helpful info!!

[@littlekoalas6174]

Thank you for the advice. We live and we learn, sometimes painfully 😂. Just be realistic about what you're inspecting and what you send out to get pressed and cleaned. Pressing and cleaning aren't a fix it all but it does give the book a bump up but remember nothing is guaranteed. Great video Bry 👍.