Comic collectors. Don’t do this

[@Broncos_Prodz_101]

Bro sounds like someone trying to tell their kid what to do and what not to do

[@80sgamer76]

There are 3 levels of collectors - 1 the reader who reads the comic book then tosses it in the corner and lets it collect dust. 2 the collector/reader who reads then comic book then puts it in the bag and board to collect and keep nice. 3 the collector who doesn't read the comic book and just lets em sit in the bag and board for the cover art.

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@80sgamer76 I’m the second one

[@80sgamer76]

@@TheNERDWay1 I am a mix of the 2nd and 3rd one - I can't stand to see comic books tossed around.

[@roybal1975]

Art collector here silver age golden age mostly I have 26 long boxes and counting lmaoo

[@dannytarver4533]

You forgot the one that collects simply thinking they can get rich

[@hippiecuster4366]

You work with what you have. As a kid out in the hills of Virginia on the wva border I didn't even know where to get bags and boards!!

[@zoso73]

30 seconds I will never get back.

[@TheNERDWay1]

🤣

[@langreeves6419]

That's why I don't do it.

[@Jade95-192]

@@TheNERDWay1where can I get a marvel comic like this is there a website I can order from

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@Jade95-192 try online.

[@sadboygreggy]

@@Jade95-192_Local comic book shop, yard sales, eBay for something specific_

[@Joeh1154]

If you're a fan who likes the stories and art but just enjoy comics without an eye to collecting, do whatever you want because it doesn't matter. Unfortunately, these days many "collectors" are looking for a fast flip and buy on spec to make money. So ultimately, do what YOU want.

[@TheNERDWay1]

I do not want to flip my comics, I do spend quite a bit for back issues. If you’re the same do you want to protect what you spent your hard earned money on or throw it in a drawer and let it get ruined. Yes, do what you want.

[@Ihavetocorrectyou]

​@@TheNERDWay1 Digital comics dog.

[@langreeves6419]

​@TheNERDWay1 you have a nasty crappy attitude!

[@langreeves6419]

Yes, comics should be enjoyed. All my comics are alphabetized in short boxes. None of them in bags or boards. They are ready to READ whenever I want to. They are for me. The artwork and story do not evaporate or get damaged. One thing I really love about comics is rereading them, so I like them accessible. If I bought old comics at premium prices, I'd probably keep them in the bag and board they came in, and never read them. But almost all my comics were bought at cover price. I'll buy some back issues, most of them at $2 to $4, so the same or less than a new comic. Hmmm, I have a few comics I didn't like. I bagged and boarded them in case they become valuable and I can resell them. Since I don't plan on rereading those, accessibility isn't an issue.

[@cngotham4111]

​@TheNERDWay1 "ruined" aka a slight discoloration maybe some crunples for non collectors this isn't a big deal at all for people who just like reading the story this is fine.

[@leonardhevia5452]

These older comic books were printed on newsprint paper. That deteriorates with age.

[@whynochips3887]

That moment when you get home and realize you need to spend eight hours rebag and board everything you bought from the flea market.

[@ScoutReaper-zn1rz]

But that's the best part!

[@bigbro4266]

😁😁😁

[@BirdLounge]

While also realizing 1/2 the spines are bent at a 90 degree angle 😂

[@fucktrudeau420]

@@ScoutReaper-zn1rz no it’s not that’s the most annoying part

[@davidallen4026]

True, but the books on the left look like a collector who just didn't have the money for bags and boards. I had to become an adult with a real job before i could afford to properly care for my books.

[@storytoldfan86]

I inherited my father's collection after he passed when I was a kid in 98. It wasn't a large collection, maybe filled two USPS priority mail boxes but all of them just had a bag and no backing. First thing I did was get them transferred to better bags and added the backing.

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

@Raymond Frederick what i love is when someone buys some random cheap 10 dollar comic off my ebay then leaves me a negative feedback because "it had a spine tick and i planned on getting it graded" lmao. These poor ppl these days have really been duped into believing they should grade anything

[@scottbegley3175]

​@nunyabizwacks6711 The funny thing is that at the moment everyone I know that sells can't sell anything that's graded nowadays. Unless it's like an Uber expensive comic grading companies aren't getting much business either. You can tell,because they have all been offering bundle deals on grading. Where it used to take forever,now it takes no time really.

[@thebilldozer7970]

Bags and boards are cheap and easy. Just proper storage, also dont stack your books for storage, they need to stand.

[@frogartti]

I must confess. Just started collecting comics and I’ve been using the method on the left because I’m so broke lol. Reusing the homework folders and binders until I manage to get some bags and boards 😔

[@TheNERDWay1]

The binders are a good way to temporarily keep them safe. The guy I bought these from call himself a serious collector.

[@frogartti]

@@TheNERDWay1 Just came back to inform you that I’ve finally switched to bags and boards. 😎 WOOT *WOOOT!!*

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@frogartti You’ll be happier in the long run. Especially if you’re planning to sell them in the future. 👍🏻

[@carlosnievas1220]

Wow! The joys of poverty! The only time I got back boards, was when the comic book store sold them, with the comics.

[@frogartti]

@@carlosnievas1220 Lol poverty and student debt WOOT *WOOT!!*

[@SamuraiKidMusic]

I love that first cover! Classic

[@nicktroisi6347]

Bag and Board is the only way to go. Every time I buy a new comic book I read it and then immediately Bag and Board it. I have a box that I put them in that is locked and free of dust

[@PhysifistEngineering]

Well you've already damaged the book by opening it to read it. And I hope it's a short box and not a long box. The long box is where spines go to die.

[@RedRider763]

Do whatever u want they are just comic books

[@texshockeycards6155]

Roll them in a rubber band so they dont slide around in the pouch

[@superheronetwork4397]

And don't place them on the edge of the table with half the book hanging over it.

[@TheNERDWay1]

They were just there for a minute. No harm done.

[@TheRobinWithWit]

I mean as long as your treating em well with what you have available then im not that fussed. Obviously there is better ways to keep them safe, but as long as they aint just left unbagged in any sense and left just lying around im happy.

[@HawkEye3366]

Hahaha the pointing and say “No” “Yes” was great.

[@eclat4641]

Lately they dont seem to sell them with the boards… when i bought them ..

[@megarockman99]

So I just got into comic books almost a year ago. I knew about the plastic sleeves. But I only knew about the boarding from one comic book store owner who would bag and board my purchases. Now I’m gonna invest in the boards to make sure they last.

[@Matthew.E.Kelly.]

Man I bought a few Bronze Age classics on eBay recently & one of the sellers sent me a Devil Dinosaur #1 & #8 in a Ziplock bag, taped inside of a Gemini mailer they cut in half & folded around the Ziplock, then stuffed THAT inside of one of those plastic Media Mail bags to ship it to me. Needless to say those books looked great in the photos but by the time they got to my mailbox (2 weeks later, mind you), even after careful cleaning, humidification & pressing neither book will ever get a grade above 6.5, maybe 7.0 if I'm lucky & CGC goes easy on them.

[@justinconn1214]

Graded about 20 bucks. Ungraded 1-15 bucks. Not missing anything see it in the dollar bin alot though

[@Matthew.E.Kelly.]

@@justinconn1214it's been a year since that comment & while I do see the whole Devil Dinosaur series, graded, sell singly on eBay (an issue here, an issue there) or sets raw on eBay & HipComic, I still _never_ see them locally. It's been ages since I saw an issue of Devil Dinosaur in any shop nearby (DelMarVa region) but I'm no longer interested in grading & selling anyway. I'm mostly raw for the PC anymore, the graded book market is too unstable, inconsistent, & volatile.

[@RamanNoodles01]

That green swastika guy caught me completely off guard

[@BoomBoom-ym5oy]

Honestly isnt this really an argument over an older method vs a modern one?

[@ginoames]

Heres the thing. I started collecting in 1982. It was years before I ever stepped in to an actual comic shop. There was no place to buy vags or boards in mid coast Maine. At least he put them in the page protectors.

[@4gamerssake784]

Gahh every time i see a new channel it makes me wanna start filming for mine... great video guys I be watching you guys as things progress congrats on the great start

[@Juane9000]

This is a principle level attitude 😅

[@recklessreels8803]

Growing up, I only did that with magazines since I didn't know there were magazine bags and boards. As for comics, I only store them that way if they are missing their cover or in very bad shape.

[@seanwelch71]

It's always been popular among collectors to use binders. I've found many nice copies stored like that. The key is to stack the binders flat, in alternating directions so the comics lay flat

[@versewonderstrikes5353]

That’s always weird when I see comics in bags but no boards.

[@TheNERDWay1]

Especially in those 3 ring binder sleeves. It’s like using a rubber band to keep your baseball cards together.

[@gditeorcrish464]

Feels sinful

[@YellowfinGrouper]

Bagging and boarding is fine for good condition comics that are of monetary or sentimental value but if you do it for all your comics then you will need a lot of extras space to store them.

[@adamsifford6228]

If it has a pic in bottom left hand corner it is a reprint and worthless unless it has a barcode. And that's comic tip 2 .

[@TheNERDWay1]

A picture in the corner is from a direct edition comic from a comic store. A barcode is from newsstand edition. If you knew anything about comics, you would realize that. Thanks for showing everyone your stupidity. Keep your idiot tips to yourself.

[@unclesamzbastardsonu.s.b.s9315]

And keep them away from direct sunlight!

[@TheNERDWay1]

Exactly. Good point.

[@Patmations21]

​@seductiveraven4895I believe it can drain the color and change it, just with leaving plastic outside, the colors may change on the book itself.

[@unclesamzbastardsonu.s.b.s9315]

@seductiveraven4895 fades the color, makes the pages fragile, and depending on the sleeve, the plastic can melt to the cover.

[@GodOfLemon]

@seductiveraven4895 The UV light will ruin it.

[@floorboss]

Don't Forget to use ACID-FREE Boards as well. Especially if your trying to preserve them long-term. The less touching & re-bagging & boarding the better.

[@timothymarkin4481]

I’ve got 120 long boxes and don’t bag & board most of them (except for anything pre-1980 or keys). As long as they are stored upright with little room to move and shift, the spines and corners are fine.

[@jamesortiz3425]

It almost sounds like you're addressing a bunch of incompetents!!! 😳😜 It's people who just read for amusement!! That do what you're saying!!! Their not interested in taking care of comics as a collector!! 🤗

[@rexrocker1268]

Most comics are worth 25 cents though. Only bag and board ones that are worth a few bucks or are cool and mean something to you.

[@jakobmornberg3273]

I want to store my comics right but I don’t have the money now when I am starting of mine collection 😅

[@avengererbe1814]

A word of advice. Always keep comics fresh and safe. Bag and Board is all you need.

[@JohnZBaeZ]

Just don't grab it on the left part of the book

[@jasonficek8221]

Well to be fair the pile on the left were in a binder. Like we had back in the day. Boards and bags did exist back then. But the poly did stick to the book sometimes back then. I personally used the brown paper bag I got at my local store back then. We didn’t have a “LCS” we had what was called in my town “News Room”. That sold all kinds of stuff! I personally old got comics back then like what was popular in pop culture I.E. GI Joe, transformer, robo cop, etc. the Incredible Hulk and Iron man as well as spider man books I did collect would come out and the owner would put each one in a brown bag for me! It was awesome! Also i kept my useless sports cards in a binder thinking they had value when they were mass produced which almost killed the “collectible” aspect in the 1990’s! CGC was almost nonexistent and over street was expensive and only came out once a year! Wizard literally just came out as to point to what’s “hot” like the mass produced death of Superman. Sorry about writing a book. But this thread made me think about them days. So thanks! And you’re right! Absolutely!

[@shellyt1453]

I guess it's okay to board them...But if you've collected Over the years you might not have bagged them... And some people have over 5,0000 books

[@BorealBlizzard]

maybe its because im not SUPER into collecting comics and I have my uncles old collection which wherent kept in good shape but i find it quite fun to find worn comics and see how it was used. creases here and there from when it was thrown into a backpack, stain here from when someone was eating and reading. ofcourse once i get them i bag and board them but its fun archiving something as it was used instead of fresh off the shelf. There isnt any reason to gatekeep how people should store their property.

[@atavious2491]

As someone who's not a huge comic nerd, I can't relate. But I do understand that you should always keep something in a neat pile in clean condition.

[@bronzevillecomics2581]

The plastic sleeves are better than nothing.

[@khiclark31]

When I 1st started collecting I put my comics in a shoebox and zip lock bags. I eventually got them bag and boarded and put in actual long boxes

[@SamArt6607]

I did this with a bunch of Archie sonic comics a couple years ago (countdown to chaos with the 4 covers made to make a cool scene and a couple issues before and after)My very first thin paper back comics❤. my dumb 12 year old mind sadly noticed a little too late that that was a bad idea and threw them in the garbage the same day the truck came to pick it up😢 I still have them (the comics) and after that I always make sure to not through random stuff away without making sure

[@reggiecolby542]

Can't believe this even had to be said! Facepalm!

[@rockedlobster3548]

Man when I got the baddies over they always ask why my complete Muppet babies run looks so nice and I say... BnB's Baby!

[@hulksmash8159]

Not your comics, not your choice.

[@TheNERDWay1]

No. It is my choice. I chose to protect my comics. If other people want to destroy their comics, so be it.

[@hulksmash8159]

@@TheNERDWay1 No. If you buy comics from someone else you don't get to dictate how they have kept them. Got it, punk?

[@johnremizeztomilloso158]

@@TheNERDWay1 good point my man!

[@williammclean3090]

Bag & board is to protect comics of value...1970 U collect for fun? Now everything needs to be like this.It has value.

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@williammclean3090 it kinda sounds like you’re telling me because I collect for the fun of it that I shouldn’t bag and board my comics. Is that right? Your comment is very difficult to understand.

[@TheQUESTionairePodcast]

Long as you enjoy the story. Thats the important part.

[@JosephDillman]

I've spent years debating the best way to seal bags. Do most of you guys just go with a small strip of scotch tape? I hate the fear of the dreaded tape pull, but also when it splits at the opening and you gotta decide if you'll pull off the remainder or just stick a new piece over it.

[@TheNERDWay1]

I use resealable bags now, but before that I used painters tape. It stuck well enough to keep the bag closed and you could pull it out and reuse it.

[@JohnNelson1]

No tape, remove any existing tape

[@Themostrandomchannel-g4c]

I do not have to use any of those for my comics because they are hard covers and they’re very shiny because I take care of them every day

[@jsuperflyc]

Lots of old collections were unbagged and boarded for years. As long as they're kept in a box that's snug, they're fine

[@RightTurnClyde]

I'd have to get 30,000 backing boards, and another 80 boxers, and a bigger fuckling house

[@thechimichanga6914]

I mean, some people keep them out of the bags, which is fine, in fact I do it sometimes (though most of the time I use the bags), you just gotta make sure they're shelved right to keep them in proper condition.

[@nagiiboo]

I did worse with my given comic books when I was younger. Threw them in a bag. The covers and back covers are gone for most. And now my recently purchased Dv8 collection just sits in the box they came in. Some having a individual bag and backing. Should probably put my issue of Wetworks in there.

[@kennycooper294]

back in the day we didnt know about bags then we learned and bagged them. later we learned about backings. grading level was even later. i have tons of brown comics

[@robertt9342]

“Bags and boards” were mainly thing starting in the 90s, yes, some people did this themselves, but mainly it was bags, and only really into the 70s. It’s not surprising to find 70s and 80s books only in bags

[@eggplantcomics8336]

Don’t have your nice comics dangling half off the edge of the desk you monster! 😂

[@pantsmonkey_1207]

I bought Cable #97, #98, and #99. All from the same guy. Only 97 was in a bag without a board and I was so disappointed.

[@76ingit]

Damn, it's 2022. Do people not know this still? Lol

[@TheNERDWay1]

Unfortunately, no.

[@chrissutter5798]

I was at an antique store today and someone had those same bags on their comics lol. They also had ridiculous prices. $32. For a Cool Aid Man comic?

[@BirdLounge]

I have that Codename: Wolverine issue. Love that cover 👍🏻

[@billlee2458]

The older comics have a different size of today's bags and boards. So he needs to invest in older bags and boards costing more $. But today's comics is 6x the price with taxes and exchange conversion in Canada😢

[@Tealpumpkinn]

The ones without the boards give me anxiety

[@TheNERDWay1]

Me too.

[@itzzzsss]

I usually grab another board, write the description on the non glossy area to what the comic is. Slip that board in front of the comic. Basically a comicbook sandwich. Cause you can crease the stapled part of the book if you grab the bagged comic

[@elchangomasiso7547]

I purchased my comics from a local non chain grocery store called "M Rivas" in Donna Texas. All of my books went into a sheet protector, the grocery store didn't stock bags n boards(at that time i didnt know B&B existed) , another reason why newstand comics are hard to find in top shape. Obviously now all of my books are in B&B. If you find comics that are stored in sheet protectors it might well be that they didn't have access to B&B. And those books might belong to original owner. Food for thought.

[@cardsnark3651]

Mine are all stacked in a pile of old pizza boxes

[@bigmanmccheez5342]

Unless you collect 2000ad, then the poly pocket is a great method.

[@jessiedugan3187]

I'm wondering who still uses a three hole puncher.

[@Ash8a7]

Where can I buy those to protect my comics? I bought some from the swap meet but they didn’t come with the bag thing 😞

[@TheNERDWay1]

I get my bags and boards from Amazon. Here’s a link to the ones I use. 100 BCW Current Comic Boards and Bags a.co/d/1TLtZWZ

[@davidschlosser3946]

That's every antique store you go to, and most online sellers that don't normally sell comics.

[@setaside2]

I don't even do it wrong and I had my tail tucked 😂😂 though I'm always down for a "Do I keep my X-Factor #1 in the polybag?" conversation 😅

[@NeverShoutScoty]

I use them as a coaster. Especially my Spiderman #300

[@David-sw3on]

It's funny, 🤔I was just going through an old stack of comics literally just yesterday thinking how desperately I Need to buy a few packs of boards! I can't believe how many comics I have purchased without the boards from online auctions such as Hi-Bids etc...its unavoidable. And If you're like me, It can really get away from you! So I totally agree with this Vid, buy the Boards before a $200 dollar comic turns into an avoidable $20. I'm buying mine right now.. thanks for the reminder!👍😉🇨🇦

[@Luke-oz6wn]

Am I the only one who collects comics cuz I like reading them and the vibe

[@TheNERDWay1]

That’s why I do it.

[@missmollyo3742]

I love how he just has a Captain America.Original copy just in the way you don't package comics

[@meadow573]

He’s gonna be so mad when he see’s that I don’t even bag em’

[@Lorddrakon-n3x]

It physically hurts me to see comic with no bords

[@OptimusFBA]

You'll get over it.

[@jscan4442]

That second pile of comics don't even deserve the plastic sleeves they're in.

[@mrfaketime891]

Do you any good websites to get comics that are legit and did you get your comics backed then when they first released or do you search for them on a website

[@The_Oak_Boat]

If you want to but your comics in a binder put them in bags + boards in one of those 3 ring binder paper protectors

[@TheNERDWay1]

That will work.

[@chrisrockscode1202]

This is one of my top favorite shorts! No…. Yes… No… Yes

[@seannyhan2254]

😂 This guy would have a fit if he saw my stuff. No bags. No boards. Just piled into cardboard boxes.

[@Ratking888]

Dude I just read them😭😭😭

[@ihavenoclue9756]

Just picked up a ton of comics. I dunno if I can even count em all...found myself searching for these and then saw this haha

[@dragonball3166]

One on right person was keeping books in binder

[@KJComics04]

Would it be better to keep your expensive books in a short box instead of stacking one on the other in a pile plz let me know young collector from Canada here been wondering for a while if it ruins your books!

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@KJComics04 I do keep them in a long box. I only had them in a pile for demonstration. My books are fine in the box.

[@TheSpectacularSpooderMon]

Nah jit really almost said bad dog at the end

[@hurkypandora82]

I’m getting sleeves cause that’s how they used to be contained.

[@joshuat5140]

Yea sleeves are a must if you really love and collect comics? Because without a sleeve and back board it will make your comics get warps folds etc especially of stacked. So sleeves and boards are a must. I also have used them no matter the comics value. Even if it's a 1 dollar comic? Sleeves and board always.

[@JamesLawner]

I couldn't acquire bags and boards, so I used zip lock bags 😔

[@ScoutReaper-zn1rz]

The biggest concern with comics storing is protecting the spine and the corners. That's what the board is for. You can use cereal boxes cut to shape. Just use a real board for the guide. You could possibly get 4 boards out of a cereal box depending on the size.

[@JamesLawner]

@@ScoutReaper-zn1rz Thanks for the suggestion, but I don’t eat cereal.

[@Kezzers]

Mine are to read, i don't give a shit what condition they're in.

[@cha5]

I use Mylar and Acid free backing boards for all my Golden Age back issues, for my modern ones, Not all that much I’m afraid. 🤗

[@haroldohnobro]

Great video I really wanna get into the Vader comics but don’t know where to read them

[@DukeCityExplorer]

Could've been some kids collection, and those bags/sleaves were all they could afford at the time...

[@SkullyTheHypnoSkull]

You are doing it wrong! You will end up with spine indents unless you bag and board them front to back!!!! One day youll open up an old box and they will all be slanted after a couple years unless you change your ways!!!!!!

[@todo1449]

Hey im new to comic collecting and I got some packaged liked this already, but for the future where can I get these little bags and boards?

[@TheNERDWay1]

@@todo1449 You can get them at your local comic shop or Amazon.

[@johnnydropkicks]

You shouldn’t stack your comics in a pile either; with or without bags and boards.

[@vaindioux]

This video is just like if you told me i got to wipe my you know what after going to the bathroom. Not sure how this video came on top of my feed. Good job on getting the video listed that high but terrible job with the content.

[@AshuraTheGlitch-y6y]

don't worry it's easy to organize when you have straight planet hulk and world war hulk