How To Ship Comic Books To the CGC for Grading // Pro-Tips for Proper Packaging Practices

[@White_Tiger2169]

Do you have to write the address or they send you a slip of paper with address that you tape to box

[@CleanBeanComics]

2:32 behind tom there is a ghost flipping through the back issues.

[@gutshotgames]

Would love to see an episode on filling out the paperwork, specifically on how to decide which services would benefit you the most (pressing, expedite, etc.). I buy mostly graded now as the cost for submission with services is so high and more importantly potentially unnecessary.

[@ToddDolce]

No kidding! The price to get the services done is insane and no longer always a viable solution for the average collector. Frustrating!

[@1tonycioli]

Pointer of the day: keep the spines on the left side and sturdy cardboard at the bottom so when CGC removes them it will be with their right hand and not touching the spines. Once each comic is in their own bag with backer boards, put all the comics (5-7) in one larger bag to keep them together. When inserting the 5-7 comics in the mailer, be careful not to put pressure on the comics--it should close freely without any force otherwise the comics will sustain damage instantly and more when in the mail. The moral of the story (facts actually) is comic book protection--reverse engineer to ensure you can fully visualize and ultimately control how CGC handles your books from opening the package to removing the comics from the mailer and the plastic bags..

[@dakotabarker244]

Late to respond to this, but my dude this is gold big brain food right here. The mass do not appreciate this free tip as much as they should. Thanks for the life hack.

[@loicyeno8951]

Got another follower for how detailed and relaxed you are doing it, made it look simple and great. Thank You for the content.

[@kaiyab.6239]

Thinking about doing this with some of mine. How is the average turn around time?

[@imrbrt]

Great, informational video. If you're ultra paranoid like me, you can ship it back in the original box that everything was mailed in for triple box protection!!!!

[@IamSquidword]

Tom please tell us about the PRE work before submitting !!

[@jasonwolfe7102]

My comics are already bagged and boarded. Do I need to use their supplies? Should I tape each comic's bag close?

[@new2vero2]

I don't think so.. there would be no logic to it. Keep the 10 B/Bs and just place yours exactly how Tom instructs.

[@jasonwolfe7102]

@@new2vero2 Yeah, I guess that was pretty obvious. thank you though

[@new2vero2]

@@jasonwolfe7102 no worries.. I just didnt want you to repeat something you already did.

[@in2rock275]

Does the packing list not go in the shipping box or is it submitted electronically? Do you not tape the bags shut before boxing them for shipment? With the way carriers handle boxes, I see the potential for a book to slide out causing damage to the corners and top edge. Even though it says fragile, it still gets tossed around.

[@aaronbarnhill2651]

So you don't have to seal the individual comic bags?

[@My_lifeonplanetearth]

What if you want to send a older cgc book in to get a new slabb put on it

[@calebwilliams8072]

This is so simple, but you wouldn’t generally know these things without having done them before. Great video!

[@gregory19671]

When I order comic I keep the Gemini box that they come in I reused them to ship my books to cgc or cbcs

[@jayblack7495]

I hoped I wasn't the only one. I literally have towers of Gemini boxes bound and tied up tight in garbage bags stored in a well ventilated climate controlled room. This does not impress my wife in the slightest...

[@gregory19671]

@@jayblack7495 your not the only one I had so many I had to get rid of some

[@mitchell6024]

Will Gold sized books (if you use your own larger bags/boards) fit into that cardboard box?

[@vonslagle]

That's what I'm wondering too

[@theTemplar08]

9.8. Love the video. Would love to learn more about grading comics.

[@aaronpyle7145]

Got my first MMC today! I’m loving it!! Thanks guys !!!🤟

[@ziggyc4474]

Wjat is mmc?

[@koopa159]

Where do you get the form? My small box didn’t come with one.

[@cards-vs7hv]

Fill out what "paperwork", cgc's website just has you fill out an online form, what am I missing?

[@naclteeballz8569]

So, even if you have the COA, they will not authenticate with a grade? Also if you have a card, say the original hologram or character card that came with the comic, should you send that with it or will they not include?

[@jugglaassassin]

Using the small kit, can you ship magazine sized comics such as The Last Ronin with normal sized comics? I have a total of 6 books to ship. 5 being normal size comics and the 1 magazine size. But I’m afraid if I put the magazine on the top or bottom a pressure crease might form on it, from the smaller, heavier stack of comics sitting or laying on it.

[@howardkaplan2071]

Ordered the cgc 10 count box. Got some modern books that need to be slabbed. Thanks for the tips Tom.

[@RAG718]

just did a cgc unboxing vid for 25 i sent in... good luck on your submiission.

[@fabiangoinsjr7918]

How much is each book to be graded?

[@UniqueFilmSeries]

Hey, ComicTom.Question? How does the tier grading work as far as like modern, silver, etc.. can you put both tiers in one box?

[@theandrpa]

The feeling of pack and board comics simply wonderfull

[@tyke23vids]

If using the large box, do you have to do 4 different submissions? If not, how do you handle the form? Also, if doing the large box, can I have them in 4 different tiers e.g. Modern, Standard, Express, Walkthrough and just write the EX and WK that they requires for those tiers on the outside of the little boxes?

[@adamdeoliveira6906]

Hey Tom love the content, can you do another video about how you don't trust CGC and there unethical practices make you very uncomfortable. I have been looking all over KZbin for that amazing video but can't seem to find it? Did KZbin take it down?

[@keithmayo1105]

And again the crickets are cued.

[@adamdeoliveira6906]

@@keithmayo1105 I guess he just doesn't know how to answer the question?

[@thewolverine8189]

Fire video guys! Im getting ready to send some books off for grading and this video was perfect. Thanks ComicTom and FireGuy!

[@corbinowens2437]

I might have missed it, but what membership do you recommend?? Associate, Premium or Elite?

[@azb-comics]

I would say the $25. Just because you mostly want to send in books and get them graded. Atleast that's the only thing I would want. But if that's not the only thing you want I would go with the 125 dollar one so you get access to more.

[@corbinowens2437]

@@azb-comics thank you very much! I actually just sent some in finally & went w/ the $25 1!

[@azb-comics]

@@corbinowens2437 assowm . I hope it goes wel 😃

[@corbinowens2437]

@@azb-comics me too!

[@Xiams]

@@corbinowens2437 did you receive your slabbed comics back? How was your experience?

[@jamestbrown6317]

Does CGC send the kits to Canada 🇨🇦 ? I would doubt it but confirmation/clarification would be great.

[@rc1473]

Link to that Hal Jordan water bottle?

[@comicgainz5553]

Great video! If we would like to purchase the boxes from Amazon in bulk, what are the measurements and what brand should I search? THANK YOU 🔥🙏🏼👑

[@doompatrol82]

Can you ship different invoices and books in the same box? I decided to grade more books after I printed the 1st invoice.

[@davecironelibrarykid]

Great video -- how do I find the episode where you get these issues back? I wanna see how those books got scored!

[@Wr0ngNumb3r]

Here is my one hang up/question. What do you do about insurance? I'd like to get some of my more expensive books done, but am worried about sending them through the mail in a cardboard box. My ASM 1 I dropped off at a show to them, but considering that it might be awhile before another show they attend what's the best way to deal with insurance?

[@RobRVA]

I would like to know this too.

[@tulpfiction8920]

Shouldn’t you use painters tape?

[@paullance1258]

Good video. The mis handling of my last book to them that destroyed my book was extremely disheartening :(

[@hulksmash8159]

You really have to take care in how you pack it or else pay the price.

[@israelrocha8424]

Update this video. Looks simple. 😆 I just received my box. It does not say fragile. There is no sheet to fill out. Do need to print out a return label? And I heard cgc offers pressing. Is that on a form? 😆 yes I am this dumb. First time trying to submit. Just don't want to mess up

[@1tonycioli]

The vast majority of submitters use the online form and submit it to CGC. I don't recommend filling out by hand. Once there you can select the services you desire.

[@keanfenney6831]

How much does it cost to get them graded in total

[@chunckyfreshnut]

I am cheap can we just buy the boxes from ebay and the bubble wrap?

[@metahjoker9243]

ComicTom loved the whoop sound effect while he taped 8:20 ish . You make me so happy!!! Hug brah

[@MikesComic_n_Stuff]

Does the process change for any of their signing events?

[@jthahn]

I would recommend using gloves when bagging and boarding. Fingerprints on the comic will dock the grade.

[@DavidLopez-uh6pg]

wash your hands before handling comics and you wont have to worry about fingerprints

[@DavidLopez-uh6pg]

@Pixels & Pens no, only if your handling comics 😉

[@RAG718]

i would recomment taping the comic bag too ,,smh

[@jthahn]

@@RAG718 Not taping is done for a reason. It does seem counter intuitive but CGC does not want to be liable for damaging your comics trying to remove tape from the bags. I would recommend folding the flap and not taping.

[@comicbookcampaign7477]

David Lopez I remember that time those bank robbers didn’t use gloves but washed their hands and they left no fingerprints behind

[@ziggyc4474]

Wnat they charge per comic at cgc?

[@Postal98]

Very helpful video. I have all the comics I plan on shipping to cgc together. I was wondering, all four that I'm sending are in poly bag. Should I take them out before hand?

[@thenerdcomicbookco.est.1966]

Great job with the video for the novice to learn how to submit to cgc.

[@nanoisa]

Good job Ryan. Thanks Tom for all the great info. I will look at my finances & probably get some books graded myself.

[@felipeterrazas317]

This was extremely helpful thank you.

[@MarcSpectorComics]

Placing the books in bubble wrap sleeve not recommended if placing the books in a gemini shipper. Not only will you spend more long term in supplies will also pay more in shipping

[@TheeMcDonger]

Cgc needs to pull their shit together and lower these turn around times

[@skeletorfive5585]

1st time submitting books to be graded should I print form out. I'm having trouble as it says labels were retired and will not let me proceed online.

[@christianz4716]

@skeltor Five did you ever figure that out ?

[@skeletorfive5585]

@@christianz4716 yes thank you

[@jasoncenotti6207]

What if my comic is already in a bag and has a board

[@josephdelossantos6519]

no more writing on submission?

[@billnau7190]

Great video. Would love to hear more about grading comics. Like what issues / covers you would recommend getting graded. I don't want to grade the wrong book and not increase the long term value of it.

[@DaDaLFG]

You should a tutorial video with signature series because I feel that has very important steps

[@jacobphillips8410]

When you are bagging and boarding why shouldn't you just put the board in the bag first and then slide the comic in after?

[@bigwillcomics9968]

its safer the way you said. I agree.

[@neffort]

The way ink is used on comic paper these days. You'll end up rubbing more ink, off the back of the book. I always place my board halfway into the sleeve first, slide comic in, and down. Book can't rub against the board. CGC will grade against color rubbing.

[@bigwillcomics9968]

@@neffort I don't think that's right.

[@cream19791]

@@bigwillcomics9968 I agree with Niles. Board about 1/2 to 1/3 in the sleeve, then place book on top and use the board 2 slide the book in. U wanna try 2 touch the book as least as possible 2 avoid prints and oils from the skin. Hope this helps 👍🏽

[@RAG718]

no no no jacob ,, if you do it that way you will just smear and rub the ink off the back cover to the backboard and damage lower grade your comic book ,, good luck .

[@dp433870]

Anyone know if i can use my own bag and board that came when i bought the comics? Im so confused

[@thejestindavis]

You can use any bag and board that you want, nothing special about the ones they send in the "kit".

[@jasonwolfe7102]

what about insurance,,,?? Should I pay for insurance if I'm submitting $thousands of dollars worth of comics?

[@RAG718]

just wait till a con comes around your area where cgc is going to be there and DROP OFF... good luck.

[@jasonwolfe7102]

@@RAG718 Thank you for the idea!

[@RAG718]

jason wolfe np ,, that’s what I do

[@LarrysLibrary]

Additionally you really should flip every comic when stacking

[@bivio1]

Just an update gang... Those shipping kits are awesome for beginners but now CGC has a backorder for both small and large kits and are unable to tell me when I could get any of the kits.

[@PVMMAC]

Does cgc charge per book? Great video!!

[@mysterymac38]

yes. If your book is worth more than $150 than choose the Walkthrough tier. It is only 3% of value per book.

[@MrRoboken]

I just paid for a premium membership, I think I’m gonna send every booking

[@MrChubbykid1234]

yep i would use the third box. why not you are only going to chuck it out anyway

[@mikesmith-jz1cm]

Thanks for the help

[@godisgreat8462]

Hello from Japan another awesome and informative video

[@thepoloranger420]

Is this process still valid in 2023?

[@eitanbleiberg2342]

Excellent video!!

[@philayling4398]

GOOD INFO THANKS

[@BTY11]

10 bags and boards, bubble wrap, box labeled fragile = $3 maybe?

[@new2vero2]

Thanks guys... I live in Florida (CGC on opposite side of state) . Looking to get my 1st 10 comics graded ( mostly GIJoe 21, 150-154 from Marvel run and Death of SnakeEyes 213-215 on IDW), Spectacular Spidey 176, and Amazing Spider-Man 361-363.. Tom, can ya give me a shout out.. I cover Gijoe, HeMan Voltron Transformers ( GenX era stuff on my little channel) keep up positive vibes

[@RAG718]

good luck ,, i just unboxed 75 books from cgc in my last video or two ,,, fun times.

[@thatcomicbookhomie-391]

Another great list

[@BigC-llectablesVeveNFT]

Very cool, I am not scared of CGC anymore lol

[@JRRader-kc1sj]

Comic Tom knows he gets those shirts from the women's section.

[@RAG718]

forgot step #5 ,, you have to tape the comic bag closed to further protect those 9.8s and uphold the chain custody transfer from you to cgc... thank me later.

[@JasonLWarren53]

This is the comment I was looking for. Thanks. Wasn't sure if I should or not. This video nor the cgc video mentioned taping.

[@DJCrAzYGuYTube]

Nice Dharma shirt RYAN *FIRE*

[@JaKaJan2500]

Nice tutorial. Thanks

[@dowski5277]

Nice insight

[@michaelirizarry4860]

Great video!

[@Shiznaft1]

I guess I am too cheap to buy into the CGC grading. It just feels like a racket to me.

[@iankane1733]

Did you get them back yet? It’s been three years since this was posted. I’m assuming they’re not back yet. This is a joke I have made. The punch line is that CGC takes forever to return graded comics. If you enjoyed this joke please like and subscribe.

[@jayblack7495]

Step 1: Purchase $180.00 press. Step 2: Press all promising hopefuls. Step 3: Prepare for anything between 8.5 & 9.6 regardless of how perfect they look...

[@hulksmash8159]

Do not label your box with 'fragile'. That just makes your item a target for nefarious USPS employees.

[@notPalores]

Ironic ain’t it?

[@toddmullins7300]

So pay them $15 for stuff I have in my garage? 🤔😆

[@pierceypiercey9191]

2nd

[@ziggyc4474]

Turn around time

[@adamdeoliveira6906]

I'm confused Tom I thought you were against CGC and there practices! Now you are advertising shipping kits... Man how much are they paying you?

[@keithmayo1105]

Cue the crickets...…...…….

[@Ncogniigro]

2 years later, still no response 😂

[@tulpfiction8920]

Why a 9.8 sticker? Lol hmmmmm

[@georgewood419]

The thought of sending my comics in the mail makes me ill.....

[@ToddDolce]

I KNOW!!! It just freaks me out! I've never done this but what assurances do I have that it doesn't get lost, damaged or mishandled or swapped for a lesser quality book during this process??? I'm sorry.... but as long as people are involved, there will ALWAYS be that level of mistrust! If everyone was honest in this world, we wouldn't need keys. So what do you do?

[@hulksmash8159]

@@ToddDolce You have none and might as well not worry about doing it.

[@IamSquidword]

Makes me feel ill thinking about that one lazy mailman who's going to drop your box in a wet pool of mud step on it and then chuck it back in the truck 😦

[@jimd.226]

So, spend lots of money, jump through hoops to send your comics away for a plastic case and a number grade, which may or may not be accurate, all for what? Seems like a waste.

[@theBbnj93]

CGC CDC 😫

[@metahjoker9243]

WOW you were on LOST! I knew it! You played the black smoke! What was the purpose of the black smoke? No one knows! WTF NO ONE KNOWS? .....if you watch with subtitles the black smoke makes gear moving type noises? WTF? Peace Bros!!!

[@Dan200]

This an absurd amount of packaging for a comic. Comics are for reading, you collectors are crazy.

[@bigwillcomics9968]

I disagree with how you bag and board.

[@jasonwolfe7102]

okay

[@markgeiger7296]

P⁰

[@craixe1]

Lol CGC hasn’t had those shipping kits in stock for months. More and more comic tom feels like a used car salesman to me. Not a fan.

[@AGENT-J-bt2mm]

Place is a rip off