COMIC BOOK GRAIL ACQUIRED! But At What Cost???

[@brianf695]

One thing I learned buying and selling antiques and collectibles is you can't fall in love with anything. If you're solely a collector fine, but when you're also a dealer no. You have to tell yourself, "it's only stuff"

[@kryptoniterocks8245]

You are 💯 correct.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

It’s definitely a struggle. Collector first, then businessman is not a winning business plan.

[@Fenimore.Cassidy]

I've always found that you regret NOT picking something up far more than picking a book up and then having second thoughts. Good choice man - Cowabunga!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100%! Thanks for watching!

[@shanehannafey1361]

Congrats!! I LOVE comics, but really only had one "grail" and got it a couple of years ago. The Tick #1. It is always gratifying getting that issue you always wanted!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I still need to get a Special Edition #1. I loved the Tick back in the day too and have plenty of the regular black cover #1s, but have yet to find the SE.

[@shanehannafey1361]

@@CoMoComicBooks I got a ridiculous deal. SE #1 & 2, regular #1 and a few other issues for $100 shipped.

[@mikelorenzoart]

Look. My grail is 181. This year I added it to my PC and it is such a good feeling to finally make what was once unthinkable a reality. Not only did you add your grail, you accomplished a goal you set for yourself. That's a big thing when challenging yourself. What an awesome book, one of 3000 copies in your possession, congratulations!!

[@dansxmencomics]

Great point! Not only do we get awesome books when we go after our grails, but we get to challenge ourselves and gain confidence in our abilities. I know it’s just comics but there are real life repercussions to this silly hobby. Congrats on the 181!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Congrats on picking up a 181! At the time I bought my first copy it was the most I’d ever paid for a comic. That was back in 2008. Needless to say, that it no longer holds that honor.

[@grendel0013]

Congrats my man! 2023 was the year I finally got all the original B&W Grendel (1982-84) comics in 9.8 white pages. It’s officially the best set in the world according to CGC. This is my grail that took me over 20 years to put together. 🙂

[@CoMoComicBooks]

DA-AMN!!! Those things are tough in that kind of grade. Congrats!

[@dansxmencomics]

Congratulations!

[@McPhoodleDoodle]

Congrats dude! This is my holy grail and what I’d love to own one day. Just started collecting comics over the last few months and it’s been fun watching and learning from your videos. Cowabunga!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for the kind words! It has taken me years to chip away at a first print. I’d pretty well give. Up on it and accepted that a 3rd would be the top for me. Then a 2nd fell into my lap. And then ultimately this happened. It’s pretty awesome, but I kinda feel like the dog that catches the car or like the Joker would if he accidentally killed Batman. Some serious what do I do now vibes. Welcome to the hobby though! There is a great community here on YT and on IG, which is a big part of what makes it fun.

[@kennythecomiccollector]

Congratulations bro! It’s always a thrill to hear that collectors have acquired those sought after grail. Add to that, you still have copies of just about all of those that went into the trade! 👍🏾😀

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! Yeah, it hurt to let a few of those go, but it left very few holes in the PC after the fact. Thanks for the note and for watching!

[@jasonsalazar7126]

Congratulations Drew! I am so beyond happy for you to get a book I know you've been looking for a long time. Definitely a very deserving find for such an awesome guy who brings us tons of information and really keeps us loving comics. You are like a mini over street guide !

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for the kind words sir!

[@DanThrue]

So happy for you, dude. I'm not able to collect in those valued books, so a decent grade 3rd print was on my list for this year, and I also just recently received mine in 9.2 grade...

[@CoMoComicBooks]

That’s awesome Dan! I started out with a 3rd print too! It’s a great book!

[@dansxmencomics]

Great story and congratulations on getting your book!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for checking out the video!

[@darrenmorin3084]

Awesome trade... And the best part... Those were just doubles! Winning! Congratulations! And I didn't know u had a AF 15... Wow.! Super jealous! That's my grail!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Yep! Bought it back in 2012/2013 and glad I did, because it caught a bounce shortly thereafter and never looked back.

[@jasonhammertime3571]

Totally Awesome! You made the right decision on the trade!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I think so too! Thanks for watching!

[@papamoose13]

I lived just a few miles from Easthampton, Ma when these books started coming out. Eastman and Laird were doing a card and comic show at the Holyoke Mall at Ingleside and I had the chance to pick up the first few issues. However I was a teen who was with his mother and she was in a huge hurry. Long story short..... I never got the book and it has haunted me to this day. Congrats on your grail pick-up !!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Oh man! That would have been awesome to have seen Peter and Kevin back then. Bummer that you never had a chance to pick them up.

[@brute_nm]

Heck yes, Drew! Congrats!! 🎉

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!

[@shane-canadiancomicpickups9189]

Congrats on the crazy pickup! Great story to go along with it. Grails as an idea are tricky and come in different levels I think. I picked up a personal grail a few weeks ago, Swamp Thing #37. To me its amazing- to others it isn't a big deal. I guess that is why this hobby is so great though! Collect and go after what YOU want 😅

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100%! I have my first ever copy of that in the inventory right now. I was so tempted to keep it…

[@shane-canadiancomicpickups9189]

@@CoMoComicBooks mine aint going anywhere 🥹. I'm still working to the level of books you work with- some say maybe!

[@eggplantcomics8336]

Sweet pick up! Congrats! Who has the 9.0 and is it still for sale?

[@CoMoComicBooks]

It is! I actually got to see it today and was able to take a pic of the two of them together! That will be headed to my IG soon. My buddy Rob from Monster’s Lair Comics from Texas.

[@vancouvercomicjunkie4508]

Good Gawd Man! This is the stuff legends are made of!!! I couldn't be happier for you. (and a 9.2!!! Damn!!!)

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks man! 9.2 is so far beyond what I ever thought I’d have.

[@BrysComics]

Congratulations dude. So happy for you to check that box, I know how important it was to you. I almost bought a few at auction to offer in trade to you but they always went too high lol…

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I know that’s right! I appreciate the thought though! It’s been a journey, but now it’s time to set the next mark!

[@rodneyjones6358]

Congrats on the grail! We are TMNT #1 buddies now. I've got a 9.4 first print that I bought in 1986 for 130 dollars. Everyone thought I was crazy for spending that much on a comic book.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Haters gonna hate Rodney! I’ve got a kick out of the number of comments telling me I made a bad deal. I don’t think my ROI will ever match yours, but there is a 0.0000000001% chance that I get hurt on this book when it finds a new home many years from now. I’m just happy to have finally gotten ahold of one.

[@legionofpaper]

Congratulations on the BIG pickup!!!! We appreciate the peak behind the curtain on the deal!!!🤩😍🤩😍

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for checking it out! It was fun to be able to share something of this magnitude. My biggest stuff predates the channel, so this is by far the biggest score Ive been able to share.

[@TheSameoldjoe]

Congratulations! Well done!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!!!

[@staticxtreme27]

Congrats on the pickup, Drew! Even better that you still have some higher grade copies of most of the issues you traded. Well worth it, in my opinion!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! It wasn’t the best deal ever, but I think we both got what we needed to get and we’re happy with the result.

[@kadett_6889]

Welcome to the club. Happy for you. To me it is about how much you have into each book you traded.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Right! I like to look at it that way too. I’m happy to finally join the club!

[@scottg1501]

Congrats! That's a sharp copy!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!

[@johnsherwood3586]

I really like your channel. I enjoy the message you send as well as our collection are similar so I feel a connection. Good stuff keep up the good work 👍

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for watching John! I’m glad you’re enjoying the content!

[@ganjjabarsmedium2347]

Congratulations brother, the sacrifices were worth it! 🤘

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I think so! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@timothybrandt6911]

Congratulations on unlocking your grail!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!!!

[@jeremytebeest5028]

YAHOOO WAY TO GO BUDDY!! SUPER STOKED FOR YOU!!🎉😊

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks buddy!

[@hazeldan1216]

Congrats on getting your grail!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks!

[@n8dawgaic]

Congratulations friend, TMNT is such a cool grail to get

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! I had a great time showing it around this past weekend. When a room full of comic guys and comic dealers stop and acknowledge a book they way they do this one, then you know you’ve got something pretty cool.

[@stephens4175]

I say the first appearance of the Riddler takes precedence on your last question to us, and also serious congrats on that mega key!!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for the vote! We’ll see which presents itself first.

[@mikelorenzoart]

HOLY WOW!!!!! GRAIL OBTAINED!!!!!! 9.2 AS WELL!!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Right? The 9.2 still blows my mind. I had long given up on getting anything above an 8.0.

[@bestcore1214]

Congrats man! Love the shirt!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! I have the throwback bedsheet pattern shirt as well. They’re both pretty great.

[@bestcore1214]

@@CoMoComicBooks haha nice!

[@gew2309]

How much did it cost to have graded? I remember these were hard to get. But not impossible.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I’m not sure actually! The shop had them graded, so I wasn’t a party to all of that. It would definitely be in the % of value tier though. 💰💰💰

[@peterthornton8814]

Wow man this is a great story! I have to admit I was perplexed at the trade you had to make but when I hear your side of it, it makes perfect sense. Great work holding off on the first one and holding out for a better deal. Thanks for sharing this and I vote for the Riddler!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Peter! There have been a few comments saying it was a bad deal, but when people actually hear what I had in what I traded away it’s been pretty much unanimous that it was a great deal.

[@zachbrobst9473]

Congrats Drew! Thats a real piece of comic history

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! A big chunk of more modern comic history and huge chunk of my childhood too!

[@stevebradley4885]

Congratz Drew....You got your Grail and mission accomplished! I also think and agree with you that all the books traded can be gathered again with no issues...Great Trade UP!!! I also want to take my hat off for a great seller who worked with you to make your dream come true...everyone is happy...Peace out

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Steve! It was definitely good for both of us. This shop always gets great silver and copper/modern stuff, but a lot of these bigger Bronze Age books had eluded them up to this point. So everybody is happy.

[@kadett_6889]

Your thoughts about about your TMNT #1 is like how i felt when I got my Albedo 2.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Congrats on the Albedo 2! I made a pass at one last fall, but wasn’t able to seal the deal it’s a great book too.

[@easye7180]

Congrats! I purchased TMNT: The Ultimate Visual History hardcover and had Eastman sign the TMNT #1 reprint that came with it...baby steps!😆

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! You’re on your way!

[@tylerthecomiccouple3346]

I’ve always wanted one! Closest I’ll probably ever get is the 4th print. Congrats!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! I’ve sold several 4th/5th prints, because I never intended to collect them. Now I’ve convinced myself I convinced myself it’s silly to have literally everything else and not those, so here I am now trying to pick them up after the jump in value. 2021 prices are sticky!

[@The_Doom_Abides]

Definitely pretty cool. I'll never forget watching the first episode of the cartoon or picking up the cartoon series comics. Tmnt made an impact on many.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I wish I had that level of recall. I was just a shade young for that though. I had just turned five when the cartoon hit, but I was all in.

[@jarredsmith9187]

That is an amazing book and TMNT#1 is my main grail book to get and then I just gotta get Primer#2, X-Men#1 and Batman#1 1940 and my comic collection is complete. I do have to ask where did you get that TMNT t-shirt?

[@CoMoComicBooks]

That’s quite a shopping list! The shirt came from RSVLTS. They’re a little pricy, but NICE. Thanks for watching!

[@dandelatorre1870]

I’ve learned that a good deal always shows up if you’re patient. I just landed an FF 49 for less than half the price sellers were asking for a year and a half ago. Got mine for a mere $550.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

That’s awesome Dan! As a guy who has one for sale, I can definitely confirm that the prices from back then were much more attractive from my side of the table, but seemed too good to be true at the time.

[@dalemoyers8881]

Congratulations!!! 💥💥💥. Happy to see you got your grail. Keep up the hunt. 😎

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! Now on to the next one! Once I figure out what that is!

[@consumetheliving]

Congrats man, this is a big book for me as well!! I'm an 80's kid so cartoon them song, and the 2 movies 3 doesn't count, are huge portion of my childhood. Like you, one day it shall be mine!!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I missed out on the 3rd movie, luckily. Keep after it! They’re still out there!

[@jeffkeller9009]

AWESOME grail, Definitely worth it in my opinion

[@dandelatorre1870]

I love the screaming sound effects in the background. 🤣

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I spent a whole afternoon a while back building a SFX library. My task now is to not over do it.

[@Lithograph_Comics]

Congrats on the grail! Like you said, if the deal doesn't feel right...patience, patience, patience. One will come along at some point. Even those ghost books make an appearance every so often for the right price.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100%! Thanks for the note and for watching!

[@lifegood3322]

A lot of sellers are having trouble letting go of the so called "boom times" but I guarantee I can outlast them! 😂 Congratulations on your grail buddy as long as your happy thats all that matters!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Don’t get me wrong, I loved selling at those 2021 prices, but man did buying suck then. The worst part is that prices are way down but buying costs are resistant to the drop. Collection sellers want those 2020/2021 prices for their books still today too.

[@AGriff111]

Good trade. GSX1 and Hulk181 in those grades can be found anywhere

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100% I’m really happy with how everything worked out.

[@nowherebound2908]

Congrats, Como! Big trade, but a big book!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!!!

[@vinnyp3455]

Who do you use to press your books? Trying to find someone. Thanks for all the content

[@CoMoComicBooks]

We have a guru in KC who will be my go to from now on.

[@shadowman8786]

Doesn't it feel magical having accomplished such a feat? Great deal.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I think it is almost a feeling of relief. Like it’s done and a weight has been lifted.

[@marcanthonysepulveda3749]

You got your man bro. Good Job.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! It’s been a fun week!

[@TK_junction]

Congratulations on the acquisition! If you get a grail, then what you parted with is all good. One day I hope to get my grail and would be happy to trade away pretty much anything I have. Enjoy!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! Good luck chasing yours down!

[@txmoney]

Congratulations! As a teen of the ‘80’s and deep into my comic book collecting phase, I missed out on TMNT. I shopped at my LCS and my favorite newsstand every week and bought just about every first issue of every Marvel, DC, and independent throughout the 80’s (my favorite indy back then was The American). However, TMNT fell below my radar. You shouldn’t feel the post purchase dissonance that comes with such an expensive buy. Life is too short. Buy what you love.

[@MaxTheJedi]

Tatertot is my favorite shop, man. They’re awesome

[@CoMoComicBooks]

They do a great job! I just wish they were closer for us.

[@mattthompson2626]

Seen a raw copy with a price tag of 18,000 the other day. It probably would grade 8.0 or less. I was just grateful to hold it for a minute and explain to my kid that this is where it all began

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Oof! That’s quite a price tag! I’m glad you were able to check one out though!

[@davecironelibrarykid]

With this thumbnail... Como has successfully graduated from the Swagglehaus School of Tragic Thumbnails!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Hahahaha!!! I told Swag and Automatic that this facepalm thumbnail was going to take this video to 1 of 10, and 100% succeeded. 🤣🤣🤣

[@mickeybeavison1053]

Bro doing some big boy collecting making major moves

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Gotta grow up sometime! Several months removed, it was definitely the right move to make and it taught me a great lesson about trade material: stay away from bronze.

[@chloescomicswag4392]

Congrats on the trade. It’s a fantastic grail and that’s an excellent copy! I just traded for a 1st print cgc 9.6 copy myself just a few months ago.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

DAMN! That’s some 🔥🔥🔥. It’s a great time to snag TMNT1. Those 2021 prices were crazy.

[@pulp420]

Congratulations! Closest I’ve ever gotten was a third print back in 1987.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! I started buying 3rds about 6-7 years ago, as I loved keeping a copy on my wall at shows. Eventually put one in the PC, then I snagged a 2nd from a shop in the area and now the 1st!!!

[@jesselynch1928]

Drew I am so happy for you. Sounds like a fair deal. Yeah I was groaning when you listed the books but not the hulk or the xmen but the draculas. Cause that’s what I like. Everyone is different. I am sure you have thought of this but it is probably easier to get those books you traded than the TMNT book. And also like u said most were under copies. I do not think you will ever regret this deal ever! congrats man. Jess

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Jesse! I don’t see regret being an issue either!

[@TopComicsPressing]

Congrats Drew

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!

[@billyrod1980]

Gotta give up something big to obtain something big. Nice book!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

So true! Thanks for watching.

[@Boxingbear]

Focus on the positive my man ! You have a grail in your collection. Good for you ! My own grail would be Detective Comics # 29. Which is still barely realistic in GD for me. But I would need to liquidate my entire collection, including my 181 and my ASM and Batman keys. Maybe one day !

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I LOVE Tec29. You have great taste!!!

[@JM-jv6cb]

Very very nice book sir.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!!! I’m pretty happy with it.

[@dandelatorre1870]

For what it’s worth I think you did the right thing. I love to have a first appearance of the Turtles, is it going to happen? No.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

You never know what might happen, but the deck is definitely not stacked in our favor in terms of getting it at a crazy good price.

[@welte915]

Congrats!!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!

[@The-Marvel-man]

I can’t decide if I would have made the trade but happy you’ve made it and snagged a great book for the PC 👍

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! It was time to pull the trigger.

[@asupertramp3922]

Congratulations 🎉 🤙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! It’s been an exciting week!

[@spinetickspressing]

Wow, CoMo I love that shirt! All of the books were mislabeled? That's just embarassing CGC... smh Congratulations on finding this grail. You made a superb purchase for this book! I wonder was the book cleaned and pressed prior to submission?

[@CoMoComicBooks]

It was pressed/cleaned. Has some finger bends in it though, I’m guessing those happened while at CGC 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@punyhuman67]

Solid, great trade on both sides.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for watching sir!

[@ollintzin]

I picked up a "starter" TMNT #1 recently. A 6th print for $100, from a woman who sold it because her husband was out of town. I felt bad for him, but Shredder would have been e proud. Lol. I'll get earlier printings with time. Get your favorite Joker comic next.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I’ve already got my favorite Joker books (except for Bat1, but 😬😬😬), but I’m eyeballing Tec66 and 140 for Two-Face and the Riddler!

[@ollintzin]

@@CoMoComicBooks Riddler!

[@leeniren3706]

As good as this pick up was, the fact that you were able to do it with copies of books that you had multiples of makes it a no-brainer. Enjoy and remember that whatever the financial value is, the enjoyment value is worth more.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Lee! Outside of Spidey, the turtles have always been top tier for me. Not that I had any choice growing up in the late 80s and early 90s like I did!

[@raleighcomicbookcollector]

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks!

[@Matthew.E.Kelly.]

It's so weird that we go through stuff like this now to obtain things we had when we were *kids* -- there was no way for us to know back in 1984 or 1985 that we had something that would be worth more than some people make in a year by 2023 😂 what a story!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

It’s like our adulthood has been a kick in the pants and all we want is some of that sweet nostalgia from the greatest and best childhoods ever. I’m at a show in OK right now and here’s all I’ve bought: a Fugitoid figure from the 88 toy line, a Snarf figure from the 80s Thundercats line and the last issue of the Spider-Man Adventures series that was based on the animated Spider-Man show. 🤷🏻‍♂️ And I’ve loved every minute of it.

[@richieannarelli5714]

Awesome trade congrats 😊

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you!

[@briannichols9811]

Congrats on the Grail! Now you can sleep better!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! I’m all for some better sleep!

[@Mazzter88]

Ultimately as long as you’re happy with the deal-that’s all that counts

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100%! Thanks for checking out the video!

[@TT-fq7pl]

Congrats! I envy you your enthusiasm and I really wish I could replicate it. But at 59 (you're still 20 years away -- don't worry) and with some money to spend, I can't imagine what comic would get me so excited. I fear I have already reached the stage of "it's just stuff." Sad, I know. But it's impossible to manufacture collecting enthusiasm -- you either have it or you don't!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

I get that. Whatever it is, I hope you’re able to find something that gets you fired up. Thanks for watching!

[@TT-fq7pl]

@@CoMoComicBooks Thanks. I really enjoy your channel and your approach to collecting. I keep trying to recover that feeling I had as a 12 year old in the 70s, when I frequented a LCS called The Haunted Bookshop in a small town just outside Vancouver. Obviously, that's not possible. So I need to settle for an approximation! What might that be, in comic terms? I'm still thinking about it. I think that research could be just the ticket. Do you happen to know of any good books that discuss comic collecting, especially from a personal angle. There are many such books about rare book collecting, so perhaps there are some entertaining personal memoirs about comic collecting. There should be, as people really have great stories to tell.

[@darrensmith9564]

I think its a no brainer to make that trade if you are set at owning a copy one day and are going to keep it forever.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

That’s me! If you see me selling that book I’m on the hunt for something crazy!

[@nelsonrodriguez5451]

The books you gave up are easily replaceable. I am happy I don't love Mutant Turtle enough to want it at any grade. I guess that could be a blessing. Except geting AMS 15 at 3.0 which I guess is your TNMNT hunt. Congrats on your purchase. Really awesome!!!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

We all have our favorites, which is what makes the hobby so much fun! Thanks for watching!

[@SBAVoltronProdt]

Awesome story Drew, what an amazing book! I think the story behind obtaining this kind of stuff is so important for the hobby. I’m hoping to get my personal grail at some point in my life (AF15 as well!) Fingers crossed that it will be in a garage sale for $5 instead of me parting with a lot PC for a trade 😂

[@CoMoComicBooks]

They are still out there! I’d love to pick up a collection with one in it someday too! Or a hulk1, etc…

[@jarredsmith9187]

Awesome book and TMNT#1 is my main book for this year.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! Good luck! There are a ton of them coming to the market right now.

[@jedski999]

Awesome book bud in a great grade. Personally I’d rather the TMNT#1 than the others you traded but as you say it’s always a personal choice. I’m on the hunt for a TNNT#1 first print myself I have a second print graded at a 7.0 One day I’ll get a first print. I love the hunt 👍. Congratulations.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thank you! It’s a haul, but stay after it!

[@cavecollectibles2199]

Seems like a good deal to me. Congrats

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks for checking out the video!

[@thatcomicdad1687]

Nice book! Cool shirt

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks! The shirt is super comfy too!

[@gregorychiasson7739]

Great trade especially since you have higher copies of those books.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Greg! I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. Still getting used to having it still.

[@dandelatorre1870]

I can tell you one person who would completely agree with your decision, hyper combo comics.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Sounds like a good dude! 🤣

[@chrisharvey2308]

Congrats! Absolutely you got a good deal to trade those bronze age comics for this ultra rare grail. TMNT don’t seem to be losing any of their pop culture appeal and they should hold a special place in collectors hearts for the foreseeable future. I never thought I would ever acquire an X-Men #1, Avengers #1 and Daredevil #1 and when I had the opportunity in 2021 at below market rates I leapt at the chance. There is definitely a special feeling when you get those personal grail books.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

That’s awesome! Congrats on snagging some big ones!

[@kurtcooper9487]

Way to cross off a major grail Drew!

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Kurt! Let me know when I can do it again with that Adventures into the Unknown 1 you’re keeping safe! 😉

[@curtiscamron]

Congrats! Nice looking copy. I vote 1rst Riddler, I’m more a fan of Vault of Horror 12 and Crypt of Terror 17 for my New Trend EC keys.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

👍🏻 Tales has always been my favorite. I was lucky enough to complete Crypt of Terror 17-19 early on, so I don’t have to worry about those anymore. Just the Crime Patrols.

[@doctorshawn3461]

I think the ToD 1 in 9.8 is an 8k book and hulk 181 is about 6k, the 2 others in their grades are more like fillers. Without the cash, I like the turtles book a lot more, but with the 6k cash, I think it is a slight over-pay. I suppose you could of tried to sell your books first, and then just pay the listed 18.5 k price. In any case, because you are a huge turtles fan, I think it's an okay deal and you should be happy, you got your grail 😀

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Yeah, I’d been trying to sell them for a while. Bronze just isn’t doing much right now. A 9.8 TOD1 sold for $7,200 this week.

[@RobRVA]

If you have the ones you traded in higher grades sure why not. Turtles 🐢 books are not even remotely my thing but happy you got your grail. Overall it's a great time for buyers to pick off grails. I finally got my FF 48 because of the current market. I actually take new grails to bed at night and keep them in my nightstand the first week or so lol. And oh wow Batman 121 is highhhhh on my want list.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Nothing wrong with that! Bat121 is an awesome book and they are showing up a lot more often now than they have been. Good luck on picking one up!!!

[@jasonbrazier2864]

Congratulations

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Thanks Jason!

[@rhysmorris4682]

I think it was a great trade/purchase for you. A 9.8 TOD is great book but how many people are in the market for a M/NM copy of a generic character who has been around in various portrayals since 1897. The 9.8 TOD will see huge swings in value. The word grail gets thrown around a lot but I would agree that a high grade copy of TMNT 1st print is a grail. Only 295 copies graded by CGC 9.2 or better. Only 997 copies graded by CGC in total. There's 13,713 graded copies of IH#181, 4,355 TOD#10 and 11,751 GSX-Men#1. There's eighty one 9.8 TOD#1's so its pretty common. Compare that (TOD#1) to Hero for Hire #1 (came out same time) where there's only twelve 9.8 graded copies. Turtles transcend comics. Vlad Dracula not so much.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

100%! When I first had the TOD1 graded there were approximately 42-43 9.8s, if I remember correctly. So the population has nearly doubled in about 8 years.

[@backissue7373]

Who else had visions of Thanos throwing his beloved Gamora off a cliff to acquire the Soul Stone?

[@CoMoComicBooks]

It would have definitely been like that if I had to give up some of my favorite Spidey books or something.

[@RichardMcDowell-m8c]

Nice Wilhelm scream.

[@CoMoComicBooks]

😁 It’s too legendary not to have in my sound effects library! I’m glad you caught that!

[@Thepullparty]

Doing the same thing with them in two weekends

[@CoMoComicBooks]

Nice! What are you bringing home???

[@Thepullparty]

@@CoMoComicBooks I brought home the X-Men 1 and the Daredevil 1 that they had at CGC. I parted with similar books to yours, but it was well worth it