I Bought my First Comic Books on Whatnot… and TOOK an Iconic Bronze-Age Key?

[@WHAMStand]

Thank you so much for all those kind words! Ben and Sawyer are amazing people and I'm thankful they came across my booth that day.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

You have a fine product and I’m happy they stopped by as well!

[@WHAMStand]

@@lunchmoneycomicsThank you! :D

[@NextGenCollector]

That Pink Floyd fact blew my mind 🤯. I’ve had that book sitting on my shelf this whole time and never knew it.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Blew me away as well, thought it was so cool!

[@RLDesrochers]

Those comic holders are amazing. What a great gift!

[@Moncomics]

Hey Mike, glad the book got there as I sent it. hose Wham stands are awesome so I'm pretty sure I need to get one. Plus, they offer "lunchbox hangers" so I'll need to grab one for the gift Jeff sent. Awesome pickups overall but that ASM 121 has my heart. I used to own it and need to get it back! Great video my friend and thanks for the kind shout out!

[@Jdubb3001]

Great episode...coming from a 42 year old comic shop owner. I enjoy watching your content and love the carefree upbeat attitude. love when you to go other shops and shop around. Keep up the good work brother

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Aw thank you so much, I really appreciate that!

[@alancarr7718]

God evening Michael Very Nice things for a very nice guys. it is wonderful to see interest from young fans, and you are the guy to appeal to them. These kids are the future of comics, The Comic holders are great, it is interesting to see what a cottage industry has sprung up around comic books. And you scored some great comics. Cheers Al The Goldkeyfourcolorkidownunda

[@charliedogg7683]

Marie Severin's work is beautiful, whether pencils, inks (the best inker to ever enhance Herb Trimpe's pencils) or colours. David Mack is in my list of Top 10 comics creators and his Kabuki is simply awesome.

[@revoltpuppy]

Strange Tales #158 is one of my grails. The story inside is really amazing.

[@richardwestphal5184]

Death of Gwen Stacy and 1st living tribunal are awesome grabs. However, the drawing by your fan was the best items from this video. To all the fathers who read comics to your kids, you are your kids’ superhero!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Well said!

[@RemComicsNerd]

Those stands look great! Nice!!

[@deancantin1613]

Love your videos. I just started buying on What Not also. I think it’s a pretty cool platform. Great gifts from that young fan. Great to see a father raising a kind and generous young man.

[@randydebower8240]

Ever since I found a F- VF copy of ASM #121 in 1979, I felt that that it was pretty historic. It has since become even more important as the true beginning of the Marvel Bronze-era. So years later I searched out a high grade NM copy and was lucky enough to find one. I agree with you that this is truly a special pivotal book that I believe is a major key! Congrats!!

[@jeffstanley6013]

A 10-year-old who loves SA comics? THAT IS SO FREAKIN' COOL!!!!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I know! I gotta send him a gift package of silver age

[@WillSinclair-vw3wo]

Watched this video and now I’ve some great sales on WhatNot. Thanks for the tip!

[@BZackheim]

Wow I love those comic holders.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Me too!

[@CretanBull]

The red in that Strange Tales is super vibrant, it instantly reminded me of Thor 150!

[@jtrem08]

Long time big Pink Floyd fan here - I never knew the Saucerful of Secrets cover took from Strange Tales 158! Very cool! I now have no choice but to get myself a copy of it as well! 😂

[@alexortiz1431]

A 3.5? I would think it would be in the $80 to $90 range! I guess CGC was generous giving it that grade, seeing as how sometimes they go off the deep end in grading certain issues that left an impact on a entire generation of comic collectors, young and old! I'm sure your friends will sell it to you for a reasonable price ! Great pickups! Excelsior!

[@bobtrottier8178]

How awesome is that kid? Mike...your channel always gets me smiling!!

[@clumsy_comics]

That present with the magnets actually made me tear up it moved me I’m if that kid ever needs a comic please everyone help out

[@ZireaelGwynbleidd]

I love putting whatnot on the background while reading comics/gaming in my game room. I may have won a few auctions while too many beers in haha.

[@wolverado1322]

Those comic holders are 🔥! Kudos on the comics, too!

[@ScarecrOmega]

Sawyer gave MintHunter the same stands with different magnets

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s awesome I didn’t know, thanks!

[@JLongNC]

I was gonna make the same comment. Those stands are cool, and that is one generous kid! @@lunchmoneycomics

[@lunchmoneycomics]

@@JLongNC yeah I gotta send the kid some nice silver age goodies as a thank you!

[@edouardbeauvais]

I am a native New Yorker and live in Brooklyn. Even though a confused Spider-Man exclaimed "George Washington Bridge"...it was in fact off the Brooklyn Bridge that Gwen Stacy met her end. Even someone from Queens can see the difference. Great video and even better luck with these comic book finds.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

As I’m reading the book I was like: “that doesn’t look anything like the GW Bridge” thanks for the confirmation and the Brooklyn Bridge is a much better set piece anyways

[@upnorthcomics]

Awesome books, Mike! Love the ASM 121 its one of my favorite books in that run and one of the best stories ever told

[@dansxmencomics]

That Strange Tales is so vibrant! Great snag!

[@johnkressig2463]

Love watching Lunch money Comics my favorite show to watch on KZbin.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Wow thank you so much!

[@comicdigger]

The books you really stole are the DDs. Always a great show Mike!

[@delonanderson7701]

Always will love the brick and motor lcs just going reminds of being a kid but you can find great deals on whatnot. Great finds keep up the great content

[@libasanAdventures]

Expensive #121 lunch! Thanks for the cool videos!

[@O_G_HELLBOY]

Your positivity and enthusiasm always shines. Have a good weekend!

[@dalemoyers8881]

Wow!! Great haul of comics. Love those comic holders, they look amazing. I watched the Echo show and loved it. I was not familiar with the character other than the Hawkeye show. Keep up the great job. 😎

[@macorourke2222]

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[@garyinthefrozen]

Absolutely love ASM 121 one of my all time favorite storylines! You definitely now get to hunt 122 to go along with it!!!

[@retroforce6919]

Nice grabs! ASM #121 and #122 it's a good read, I bought both few months ago. You definitely need to read #122 👍

[@zack7647]

Whamstands are rad! I've got a few of the really early ones

[@WHAMStand]

Thank you!!

[@Markus465]

Hey, that's what us kids did back in the day! Eat chocolate bars while reading our comics! LOL There was no speculator market or slabs or any of that! Ah, the good ol' days.

[@markdanley5053]

Great comic haul in the episode!! Please share information on the whamstands….those look awesome!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thanks, and check the description, there is a link in there to the wham stands!

[@bottomtiercollector]

I think we need a Sawyer interview from Lunch Money Comics. Cool moment to see on KZbin

[@stevedriskell59]

That John Romita art style is what I grew up with in the '70s I bought 20 cent comics and then they went up to 25 before I stopped collecting but the characters on your Spider-Man book are like much of the characters were drawn at that time period.

[@michaelbelasco1966]

I was in the room when you won some of these comics I think. I go by Mogmar on whatnot. I have to say guys. I have been getting unbelievable deals on Josh and Larry's show (magic geeks) on whatnot. I should probably be quiet lol but you guys are all such good people, I don't mind sharing the love. The Amazing Spiderman 121 at a 3.0 for about $100 as the guy below sounds about right Those stands are pretty cool as well. The Tribunal/Pink Floyd album cover bit of trivia is really cool. You always give the greatest tidbits of comic knowledge. Thanks again for another great show.

[@jackpotcomictalks]

Fantastic pick up of ASM 121!

[@yungyetti1679]

Mint comics got that comic holders!

[@RonDale-jy8et]

That POWER GIRL cover reminded me of the issues where Spidey fought the Juggernaut!!!

[@andrewgrant6516]

In the UK, 121 and 122 came packaged as a hardcover annual. Imagine unwrapping that for Christmas.

[@kenchr05]

You’re an awesome person! Very sincere. Good things happen when you’re being yourself. Keep on spending your lunch money.

[@BrokeBoyComics]

Wow awesome stuff this video! The first living tribunal is a very cool book and that’s so cool how Pink Floyd took inspiration from that book! An also just as awesome ASM 121 and other books, very cool!👍

[@WhatIsOntheComicRack]

Luker?!?🤔 I myself have stole a book or two...that is a definite sign of an addiction. That darn Brandon...so nice it makes me sick!!!

[@g-fandad7749]

Congrats Mike you got the book!!

[@Loscomicjourney]

Great video Mike. I thought Echo was a decent show could have done a little more but it wss ok. The character in the comics is way better, for my taste anyway. I was able to get a Daredevil 9 cgc 9.4 for $3.99 at That's Entertainment. They were having a sale and I had a gift certificate. Also it almost made me cry seeing that ASM 121, I sold my copy of 121 and 122 both CGC 9.6's a few years back. Needed the cash. Still hurts every time I see them. I will get them back one day just maybe not that high grade. Lol. Great to finally meet up this past weekend. Can't wait to see all the great books you got. 👊🏼

[@J-146]

Ohhh I love TASM #121! I don’t own it but I have read a facsimile edition. That and TASM #300 are at the top of my most wanted list. Hopefully one day 🤞🏼

[@maartenbouw]

Great video Mike 👍

[@brucecree9170]

Sweet pick ups all around! Love the show, the good vibes, and seeing someone who collects books that are not only CGC 9.8s. My PC is mostly unslabbed because, like you, I like to read comic books. Crazy right?😂❤

[@lunchmoneycomics]

So crazy! Imagine using something for its intended function?! Thanks for the great comment!

[@RR75_]

i actualy just bought a run of daredevil vol 2 from 1 to 66 (including 9 and 10, and the #1 is signed by the cover artist jimmy palmiotty), for 175€, i thought it was a great prince and i love that run, marvel knights is great!

[@bwprimal1]

absolutely love those stands. I'd prolly pay around $150 for that asm 121. They seem higher priced in my area though on most comics.

[@billyrod1980]

I hope that was indeed Chocolate 😆. That ASM book is on my list.

[@stephenmitchell9520]

Re: Power Girl At least now, you'll have a window into what she's all about!

[@kashthecollector]

Great episode! Recently picked up some ASM 121 & 122 facsimiles just so I can read that story. What a ride? I am always hunting for 1st printings. Congrats on the find!

[@Sasquashy_1]

Great video! I’m always learning more about characters I thought I already knew!

[@Scruffy_comic69]

Did you know that Stan Lee never wanted Gwen to die but when that issue came out he was on vacation lol

[@DWNicolo]

Nope. According to Len Wein, Stan Lee was behind the death of Gwen Stacey. Every Spider-Man writer including Stan Lee felt that Gwen Stacey was a cold fish that no writer ever warmed up to. There was a furious backlash from the fans over her death at the time. Stan Lee furiously back pedaled throwing Gerry Conway, at the time the Spider-Man writer, under the bus.

[@RonDale-jy8et]

Mike, cool STRANGE TALES!! Don't know if you know this about the Marvel Silver "split books. Prior to 1968, Marvel was distributed by rival DC< and restricted to publishing only eight title, hence the heroes sharing so many books. Blame Martin Goodman. I'll he gave nephew Stan his share of Gray hairs...!!

[@35redskull]

My 1st whatnot buy was recent Werewolf by night #37 cbcs 8.0 $50! A steal!

[@PunguinYoga]

I love gifts from kids!

[@chaisebellchambers369]

When a 10 year old can draw spider man better than i can lol 😂😂 good work kid keep it up

[@PunguinYoga]

Congrats on the Tribunal book.

[@PunguinYoga]

Great gifts!

[@DavidClark-vu3dw]

I laugh sometimes when I see a price written on a book thats half of cover price like that asm 121. You know someone most likely sold that at a yard sale and thought they would be happy to get half back for what they paid for it, now being worth hundreds. 😄

[@maverick7291]

I haven't seen it yet but i was told that madame web was just as amazing as Echo.

[@comicslimited]

I'm a big fan of Echo I love the character and those big fan of the TV show I felt like they captured the character really well and it was brilliant. While that is an amazing book. Conan #1 is the first book of the bronzeage of comics

[@KimNguyen-zm7gi]

Slick move, Bro. There’s a facsimile of that issue. Still a good read and very tragic. Thank you for your content.

[@davidrenfrew111]

Beware of What Not..only joined in November and become addicted..following over 40 sellers...cheaper than Ebay and you might win a giveaway...lol

[@andrewgrant6516]

Entertaining content.

[@chaisebellchambers369]

Im pretty sure the only other Marvel character more powerful than the Living Tribunal is the Beyonder and of course like you said the The One Above All

[@HoodBonker]

Tried my first whatnot auction today, i like the app but with where i live i spent 18usd and i guess it turned into 57cad with shipping and fees. Ill have to stop buying books in normal and usual places 😭 ill keep watching the auctions though. Its entertaining.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s a bummer, shipping is a huge consideration even on casual bids, and especially if you’re crossing borders

[@HoodBonker]

@lunchmoneycomics I know for next time 🙂👍

[@rohn-zc5sx]

I have one and mine is a 9.7 I got it by trading one of my favorite statues for it I'm happy for you Mike maybe $ 150

[@stephencybulski4610]

Power girl 15 looks like an homage to Excalibur 3 when Juggernaut walks all over Captain Britain

[@Comiccomplter55]

I was looking at DD#9 today

[@robphoenix1182]

You didn't mention did you get your books back too? Fun gets for sure. Did you use the free $10 Whatnot gives for first time buys? No clue if that is still a promotion they run or not. Hopefully you did.

[@the.stin06]

I will never forget the spidy book used as toilet paper.

[@jamesfoley2413]

I’d have bought those Daredevils too. Great price.

[@marcovendetti3373]

The most I'd pay for a raw Amazing Spiderman #121 in 3.0 is probably like $100 at the most!

[@ronaldbourgeois1255]

What did you think of the fantastic four casting.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I don’t really see Pedro in the roll right now but I love him as an actor and I’m sure he’ll do great. Everyone else is perfect

[@Maxwellthedarkone]

Nice echo two-pack. If you are looking for a good read I would say Give Power Girl 1-12 a go. But that's just my 2 cents.

[@Comiccomplter55]

Best gift u ever got and it isn't even Christmas

[@Comiccomplter55]

You should frame that pic of Spider-man

[@Comiccomplter55]

Ronin was Echo, Hawkeye, Blade

[@leeniren3706]

Hey Mike, how are you doing? I looked at Whatnot and decided it wasn’t for me simply because I have concerns about sending money, friends and family without actually knowing who these people are. There are very few of them that will accept PayPal from a non-friends and family account.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s interesting. I think if you have a complaint about not getting something or issues with payment then Whatnot reimburses you, like a credit card company or eBay. So it SHOULD be pretty hassle free but I’d be curious if people have had issues with it. I’ve only bought from my friends who I trust so I’m not the beat judge

[@JasonBernier-b5r]

I actually felt a little bit sick hearing about the amazing spiderman 121, even though I knew something about that famous storyline.

[@JasonBernier-b5r]

Just bought Avengers 267 on ebay as a result of your post used to work in comic shop where Alan Moore did warrior comics met him years later related to some famous people in the industry but I won,t boast you always get negative comments when you do, I only just started noticing you highlighting comics in my collection.

[@Comiccomplter55]

Do u like anything modern?

[@Comiccomplter55]

I need some of those lol

[@Comiccomplter55]

I think I'll build some out of wood

[@Comiccomplter55]

How many 1rst appearances of cosmic beings do u have

[@jayogilvie8353]

ASM 121 , 3.0 or not thats a collectable.

[@thewalruswasjason101]

If I’m not mistaken, it’s pronounced Herb Trimp-ee

[@ronaldbourgeois1255]

Mike is $80.00 for fantastic four #80 very fine raw Canadian.

[@KEVVIE37]

That wall is no longer a lunch money wall.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Ah but it kind of is, a lot of those books were purchased really cheap, and even the ones that weren’t I either used money from selling other books or I traded for them. So yeah their value is a lot but I’ve gotten them for much less

[@Matt_Likes_Comics]

Wasn’t Jack Kirby shown to be God in one book?

[@Comiccomplter55]

Uncle Ben died then they redid it with Gwen

[@ILikeWhatIBuy]

$250

[@CharlesGoldSkinned]

It's not chocolate, it's poop. The original owner read it while he was sitting on the throne.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

If that’s true, I better get it for free lol