The Best Comic Book Find of my Life! A Huge Collection Untouched for Decades!

[@carnagethekid3732]

I actually had a similar experience with hulk 181, I was going through my uncles comics because he wanted me to look through and sell them, when I saw that book I was so shocked and told him he had the holy grail of comics, and I sold most of his comics, and as a thank you he gifted me the hulk 181, its the greatest gift I've ever received.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s amazing, I’m happy you ended up with the 181, even more special that it was your uncle’s!

[@carnagethekid3732]

@@lunchmoneycomics Thank you, it was an amazing act of kindness by my uncle, and I'll cherish that book until I'm old and gray.

[@jarredsmith9187]

That's awesome and if my uncle have gifted me a Hulk#181 even knowing it worth a ton of money I would have had him sign the book even know it might hurt the value.

[@carnagethekid3732]

@@jarredsmith9187 I may have to do that, thank you for the idea

[@Scruffy-Janitor]

Or you could get 180 to complete the Wolverine introduction set I think it’s quite a bit cheaper since he is only on the last panel

[@mikehaggs7721]

Just Hulk 181 in my basement buried no big deal , jungle action 6 just laying in a box I mean damn thats a crazy collection ! Super cool

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Yeah it was pretty nuts, especially since he had no idea what had value. Definitely once in a lifetime!

[@StevieBComics]

I like your transparency! This community is hurting right now. It needs more people like you. Trying to right the ship, and bring a little morality back. Good for you!

[@majorgear1021]

Where is the lack of morality? I’m new to collecting comics, and haven’t seen any shady videos yet.

[@Rob-cf8pe]

For every good guy there is a great woman. You both are lucky to have each other.

[@johnnorton3078]

I know this comment is a little late but you're absolutely Right in your decision. Remember the golden rule I love your channel it takes me back in time. I was born in 64. And Comic books were my first Love as a child. Keep up the good work and happy, Hunting

[@ferret78]

Mike, you’re wife is an absolute keeper. Love her, cherish her, hug her and never let her go. Kudos to the wife!

[@carpediemus]

What an absolute saint she is, allowing him to invest money in his business.

[@victorfrankenstein50202]

You are a great example for all of our youth today, but more importantly you’re a great example for all of us. Be good, be kind, and always try to be honest with others. God Bless you, and God Bless all.

[@adrianortiz4508]

Your smile when you held those books up was priceless… Happy for you…

[@faithfamilyseller2991]

Another example of why your channel has grown and you quickly became the community’s favorite channel. Comics, honesty and integrity.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Aw, thank you so much for that!

[@jamesschulziii9098]

It's true, your one of the most humble people in this community hands down.

[@robphoenix1182]

Agreed here too lol.

[@dk7934]

I used to buy and sell books all the time and always found it odd how many comic book collectors are unscrupulous. And yet the books they hold so dear are filled with stories and characters full of values and integrity. I am happy to see you emulate the heroes you love. Thank you.

[@majorgear1021]

What do you mean by “unscrupulous” ?

[@xskoodenx3883]

It PAYS to be honest Bro!! Super happy to see how honest you are!! I did the same when I bought a huge collection of ASM from an older gentleman. He tried to sell me them for 1.00 each. I couldn't do it!! I could have paid like 80.00 bucks and walked with about $4k worth of books. I ended up paying around 800.00 for some select books. I gave him info to other buyers to get the best bang for his books at great prices on the ones I already had!! Awesome job Bro.! Makes me happy to see people not taking advantage of others.!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I’m happy I’m not alone in gestures like this. You did the right thing and that feeling of helping someone out is worth more than the books.

[@-Teague-]

That was awesome of you 😁

[@dancinglion29]

I never get tired of watching this video and seeing the joy two collectors are having going through a collection.

[@leeniren3706]

You have absolutely done, the correct thing working with this man. About five years ago a friend and neighbor of mine had mini vintage sports cards that he wanted to sell. I went through them with him and he told me that someone had offered him $1000 for everything. I told him that they were worth more one card in particular someone offered him $90 for and I told him that he would be better off. Sending it to Psa to get graded. He listen to me and for the $12 drink he returned that $90 card into a $500 win. And aside from helping my friend, I left with some great feelings. It always pays to be truthful.

[@davebowen7392]

And this is why I watch. Not for finds, not for deals, not for "slabs." For passion and heart.

[@Fangoman85]

I am so Happy to see a Hulk 181 in the Wild, you are a Good Man Mike. Awesome Video 🤘Wow & a Fantastic Four 48 😮 This Video Was Amazing Man Very Cool & Congrats 🎉

[@yvesisevil]

What an amazing story. When you flipped that 181, what a crazy sight. Being the better person is always the right thing to do. Congrats on your new acquisitions.

[@poochman640]

you deffo did the right thing. thank you for elevateing goodness!!!

[@notachance213]

You are a great example to the comic book industry. Positive Values that are rarely seen kudos to you sir

[@grumpyiam6300]

Hi Mike, What happened here to you is what every ‘collector’ dreams of. The main thing is you enjoyed it and handled it correctly. I’m sure your neighbour feels you treated him well and offered him help in achieving a goal he may have otherwise struggled with. Well done! You deserve your reward 😊

[@robphoenix1182]

Totally agree!

[@hdscollectibles]

💯 FACTS! 💪🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🤙🏽

[@leerogers5318]

This is exactly why that I love hunting for comics. It is also why it is so important to treat people with respect and develop relationships that are mutually supporting to both the seller and buyer. Congrats on the find and purchase.

[@milskillz123]

Honesty and integrity are what keeps the comic community going. Good way to do business, love this video!

[@chevinkennedy]

You did right he’ll prolly keep throwing insane deals because of the honesty

[@DRC_Comics]

This is the best practice. Even if I don’t end up buying I always try and tell people what they have. Have gotten good deals from the same people they will appreciate you telling them the truth and you will pop up first on their mind if they come across other comics

[@michaelwhite4938]

You are a good person for helping him not get ripped off by someone else. I am not sure if his hand was shaking due to his age or if he has MS but you know they are people who would have seen him as an easy mark to rip off.

[@tybug1]

Wow. You did the right thing. Better to be honest. Congrats on aquiring two of your grails!!!

[@herc20000]

Hi Mike, I'm like you, honesty is always the best policy, I hate it when I see other collectors bragging about getting a collection for $100 as the widow had no idea of the value, makes me sick. So to see someone honest, real, is a nice thing to see ;-)

[@majorgear1021]

They are likely lying just to get clicks. People post pictures and make up stories around them to get attention. People also stage videos, pretending that they are spontaneous, to get attention.

[@rupertpendergrass4014]

Your honesty is impressive.... Not sure what I would of done. I tend to do the same thing you just did...but to get the books of all books is amazing. You're setting a great example for the culture.

[@louislaplante6195]

Seeing you go thru the collection and seeing so many nice comics and seeing the Hulk 181 that was a heart stopper. The way you treated the whole situation makes me happy to know there are still people who are honest ..

[@kennythecomiccollector]

That’s awesome! You were honest up front and as a result, you reaped the benefit! In the end, you both got blessed! 👍🏾😀

[@robertmonroejr1315]

He’s very lucky that you’re so honest.

[@joelb1]

The end of this video is amazing! The bit about being the “better man.” Extremely well said.

[@bnchile1]

you are also helping the guy selling his books... in the long run both of you are getting good deals in different ways.... love your video's sir!!!

[@ronaldpetersen255]

Not only do you have a couple fantastic grail comics, but memories of uncovering rare finds with your friend may exceed the dollar value. Thank you for sharing your amazing comic adventure with us!

[@ryancousineau1856]

Awesome find in the wild. 1 in a million. I agree 100% with telling the seller. You could have ran away laughing but Karma, and your conscience, won't allow it. Congrats to you and your decision. You are a great person.

[@collectingcasually]

Congratulations on these amazing additions to your collection! I'm always saying that these collections still exist out there in basements and attics, forgotten or not, and that amazing stories like this can still take place, despite lots of folks thinking that these are urban legends and fairy tales. What an experience!

[@corderoismael23]

Omg so happy for you when you showed those two grails I literally choked up. Your joy is all our joy. Congratulations Mike!

[@SkyeCaptainComics]

Absolutely one of the best Comic KZbin videos I've ever seen! Just the openness you had with the guy is amazing to see! Really inspiring to me personally as a man who is about to have my 1st son this month of how to instill the value of doing the right thing no matter what! Really love your channel and I wish you the best with helping this man sell his collection!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thank you so much! We have a lot of work ahead of us going through the collection but it's going to be fun!

[@jonr269]

i know i am late to the party, but im with you on the telling the truth of whats someone's collection is worth vs trying to scam them out of what its worth.

[@billlewis8765]

You absolutely did the right thing and WOW what a story and a great pick up! 1400 bucks is way more than I could have afforded. You did great!

[@RedRockShane]

I've picked up dozens of collections over the last few years but still haven't had that grail find experience. Congrats on getting yours! I'm genuinely happy for you! Well deserved friend

[@marcusnakashima3687]

My heart started racing when you reached The Hulk section. I literally yelled “Oh 💩!” when you flipped over that 181. So happy he offered them to you. 😊

[@ComicHinterlands]

When I first saw the title of this video, my first thought, "That lucky stiff!", but that quickly changed after hearing the story. My feeling now- it couldn't have happened to a nicer guy! If people aren't inspired by this- they're missing the point! Congrats on getting those two issues- and yes, I have had those dreams where I walk into an abandoned house, and there are boxes of old comics.... Sounds like you have made a friend for life with your honesty- and he seems like a really nice guy- sadly in today's world- maybe too nice- other people would have taken him. Now he's got a knowledgeable friend who will give him some guidance going forward. And you get to get a closer look at all those comics! You make your luck in this world- and you've earned it, or will going forward. Wishing you and your family a great 4th of July!

[@evilminky111]

Wow ! Just Wow ! 😮 What a collection. I feel so chuffed ( pleased ) for you. You nearly brought a tear to the eye of this old comic collector. Got a funny feeling this might be your top viewed video for a long time to come.

[@nublafiednubbie]

You Definitely Scored, I've Been in You're Shoe's B4, Back in 2002 a Friend Dropped Off 14 Long Box's.. Told Me Someone Died an Family Wants To Sell Em So Take What You Want an Make Em an Pay Them Whatever ..i Took Em All Paid $300 Buck's 😂😅 Had So Much Key issues an Good Stuff.. Best Buy Of My Life

[@GrumpyColoradoDad]

What an amazing experience! So happy for you! I love how honest you are and how you treat people. You are an inspiration. You paid what was offered, and you are also paying him back by helping him sell all those other books. You're a good man. Looking forward to someday meeting you. Also, very jealous!😂

[@debonairaz]

I hope more people learn from you and your experience. Be good and kind to others. Be helpful to others and others will be helpful to you. Most importantly, be honest and respectful. Karma is real, but more importantly being a good human being is priceless. Congratulations on this deal!

[@manuelmesa5251]

Epic Hunt my guy! And $1400 for both plus the work you are gonna do to help him sell his other books, it's a win win situation! Refreshing the level of honesty and I literally gasped when that 181 popped out...lol.

[@kidscollectingwbrody]

Good karma and honesty always lead to the best collections & results! 💯 kudos to you for not robbing the guy!

[@goldmundbyrne7075]

Good man :) And showing your kids decency is a great example to them. And you now have something you deserve, too - everyone’s happy :)

[@wolviempq171]

What a find of a lifetime. It couldn't have happened to a more deserving person. Your honesty & integrity have been rewarded in spades. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us & congratulations on acquiring your grails!

[@stevenm8429]

Great story! you're a great guy! I'm always honest with people too.

[@angelus0975]

Honesty pays. Happy for you. Keep us updated after sending to CGC.

[@bdav1967]

Always be the bigger person is a great way to live. I agree with you 100%. Great books and great looking out for your neighbor!

[@cjs616]

I love watching your channel! Your honesty is refreshing, and when so many You Tube channels talk about "slabs", it's so refreshing to see someone who just talks about comics in their raw form. Being a huge X-Men fan, I'd definitely have been over the moon seeing all those comics! Congrats on the Wolverine grail! I hope to join the club sometime....

[@grumpyiam6300]

I dislike slabs immensely, they’re like stuffed animals.

[@jesseehurd6169]

you absolutely did the right thing! always good to see someone who actually does something that they should do. theres so much evil in the world we need more people like that. great video and good man!

[@ellg5948]

This video proves why I've loved your content from the get go. Your honesty and respect when talking about comics and how you go about collecting, is something that is making the community stronger. Keep up the great work!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thank you so much!

[@haydencamp4164]

This is one of the most genuine and wholesome videos I've ever seen.

[@timelkins3537]

You’re a good man Charlie Brown!

[@iamgm1971]

Great finds and a very good for you for being honest and fair with an elder and not take advantage of him like many people would have.

[@adrianramlal9277]

100% you did the right thing. Glad an honest person like you got your grails at a great deal. You deserve it

[@ginoames]

I just picked up that issue of Captain America with Falcon and Spidey. It's the issue of my birth month May 1971.

[@matts3137]

DUDEEEEE!!! UN-BELIEVE-ABLE! WOW! I’m so pumped for you. As you said, this is the literal dream for all of us collectors! This score couldn’t have happened to a nicer person. Congrats, man! You also have such sage advice to give. I love it. All the best, cheers!

[@XxToNeZxX]

That is so dope to be able to view a collection like that! I've always hoped to stumble upon something like this in my life. Good find and awesome vid!

[@derekrice5203]

Your one of the best guys out there. You deserve all your good fortune. Congrats mike!

[@billgreene6556]

Always be true to yourself AND others, you did good Mike! I love your exuberance and enthusiasm.

[@NoCoastComics]

Congrats on the great pickup! You never know what you're going to find.. doesn't get much better!

[@zackg1858]

Mike you never have to explain yourself to anyone- I already know based on your videos you are a class act. I’ve never met you but I would consider you a friend without a seconds thought.

[@Sasquashy_1]

Perfect story of honesty and the long game. I’ve literally had this dream. So happy for you Mike. Lunch money philosophy video❤

[@pnshr88]

The reason you are holding those comic books in this vid is on a count of the type of person you are. Fair and forthcoming are not the strongest traits in the comic book collecting biz so it's definitely nice seeing those traits being rewarded. Whats funny is seeing you coming upon that 181. Now the thing that's funny I too have that comic but unfortunately that was my favorite comic at very young age. So it went everywhere with me and was read over and over and over again and again. And too me, I think I got my monies worth ten fold, cause it is one of the best issue's for obvious traits of sale. So I would just like to say thank you for that moment and bringing a smile back to my face. And ugh now I gotta go back thru boxes upon boxes in storage and Yada Yada. And who knows what I'll come across, so thank you and congrats on the world coming together for those 2 finds.

[@DacMad]

Mannn… Mike, what an awesome find! I would’ve cried tears of joy! You did the right thing and I’m glad for you. Keep treating people the way you do man, it goes a long way for both them and yourself. Love this channel. Congrats!

[@adamspector274]

I thought you did the right thing. You didn't need to justify yourself. He got a good price plus your knowledge and help selling the rest. Well done!

[@cstyledog]

You absolutely did the right thing and you didn’t hesitate to tell him the moment you saw #181. That’s so great he really wanted to sell it to you and that’s because of how genuine you’ve been every time you have been with him. 👍🏽

[@lizgover2558]

Mike, you’re a top dude. Always a delight to watch. Great you got 3 and 2 in your holy grail list. To infinity and beyond !

[@kevinlents9545]

MAN! Way to go, Mike. 😃 Kudos to your neighbor. Good fellow! This brought a tear to my eyes seeing those grails. So glad I subscribed to your channel!

[@bad5867]

Incredible. So glad to see honest members of the community be blessed!! You're a good man, and GOOD LUCK with getting it all sold! :D

[@TheFlyingHoodlum]

I had the biggest smile on my face the second you lifted those two books into frame. Well deserved.

[@corderoismael23]

Me too . I even teared up.

[@dephiance]

Dude!! I'm so happy for your experience, that must have been so cool to go through all of those comics! Definitely a dream come true. Great video as always, keep it up!

[@willthebeast8002]

What a dream video. Finding that Hulk #181 was.... well, INCREDIBLE!

[@tomsmith9011]

God bless you Mike - that was a heckuva find and happy to see you bought those two books.

[@upagradepressing2118]

Better than getting 2 of your grails. And at the price you got them, is finding them like you did in the "wild". You'll always remember finding those books.

[@younisyohanne9450]

Great video. You did exactly the right thing. God bless you for your honesty.

[@parrotfish813]

This is so awesome man I’m so happy for you!!! Being a good person will always pay off and you’re one of the kindest people I’ve ever seen on KZbin!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thank you so much for saying so!

[@glennlittle124]

I literally have tears in my eyes right now. So excited for you. I have a decent copy of 181 but coupon is clipped! ( what we didn't know as kids!) Can't wait to watch more content! Congratulations!!

[@numberoneappgames]

Spotting and telling him about the Wolverine Hulk issue was honest and kind of you! That's the stuff heroes are made of lols

[@custodianken435]

The truth will set you free. Great books! You are a kind ,decent man. Enjoy them

[@kevcole3333]

growing up in the 80s, a lot of these comics were found all over the place. they weren't that old at the time, and there weren't a thousand other publishers mass producing collectibles. i sold my 181 for 900$ a while ago.

[@punfan728]

I never wanted to go and rebag someone else's collection more than that guy's books. What a find! New sub.

[@maxmblk66]

Wow what a treasure trove.I'd love to just go through them with somebody like this and see the light in their eyes as they realize they have the money for a new car in one box. You're one of the good ones bro. Stay true.

[@Dewfanatic]

Just now watching this video. Congratulations. That'll be a story you'll never forget.

[@LearningandTechnology]

That plastic was killing me :) - polybags just don't last over 5 years. You also deserve recognition for honesty. Many of those books were probably not worth nearly as much when he got them - a Hulk #181 in that shape was a $20 book in the early 80's and that FF 48 in that condition would have been super cheap. You did the right thing telling him current prices. Those books have jumped massively in the past couple of years. I had a 9.2 181 that I got for $1000 and it was a fair price at the time. You did the right thing. Enjoy those books!

[@tuckleberryfinn5271]

Just found your channel and I love your authenticity. There are so many dirt bags in the collectibles hobby and it's just so refreshing to see an honest person that doesn't take lightly the magnitude of that purchase. Enjoy those books and the memories finding them! So incredibly cool.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thank you so much and I hope you enjoy future videos!

[@SkyHookSteel]

Last year I sold my grandfather's collection, I had no clue what any were worth....theguy took total advantage and I got ripped off thousands.... I to this day kick myself for that.... I wished someone like you had came along instead of the snake I got. Thank you for being who you are..we need more like u in this world.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I’m very sorry to hear that! I hope others see your comment and realize this is why we need to do better

[@kevinbuzzard2736]

This is one of the best KZbin videos I’ve ever watched. Love the authentic quality of your work. Need more real ones like you. Thanks!

[@hogations]

Congratulations Mike! Great finds and an even greater story and message. Thanks for sharing!

[@joeflippo520]

I agree with every single thing you did and the way you handled yourself!! I looked up the word Ethics in the Webster dictionary and there was a picture of You!! Captain Ethics up up & away!!!

[@JLongNC]

Well done, sir. Being kind to others and honest is too rare in the world. So kudos both for being that way, and also taking the time to share some positive ethics on your channel. Keep it up, sell all those books, and God bless.

[@Wiser1FOREVER]

I do like the honesty you practice. There are other KZbinrs who practically gloat whenever they get a really cheap price for a collection in the wild. Whether you know or met him personally, James at Minthunter comics prides himself on getting super deals when it happens. I don't remember even one time he claims to let the seller know how much his comics were worth. Yes, I know I'm actually throwing shade his way, but I've also watched a few of his auctions & he hypes the values of a lot of what he puts up for sale. Some of his stuff he sells close to slabbed values & pays pennies on the dollar based on how he has bragged about his deals.

[@johnsaris5736]

I love your honesty…I had a fella at work loan me boxes of old books to read. Big big value. I was scared to take them home because they were my responsibility. He was so incredibly nonchalant about them. I was drooling to buy them but he wasn’t interested in selling. When I tried to return them his reply was always “yeah I’ll pick them up sometime” but he never did. This literally went on for weeks. The Devil on my left shoulder told me to just keep them but the Angel on my right told me to take them to him. So I did. I knew it was the right thing to do. He’s since passed on and I often wonder whatever happened to those beautiful books.

[@-Teague-]

You should check on his family lol

[@nerdbot37]

Awesome! Just… awesome. I think the arrangement made between you and your friend is perfect. As long as you and he are happy with it, no one else can question it. Strictly objectively, it sounds perfectly fair to me.

[@benmatthaei3576]

Wow, you never know when and where you will come across great books. I am with you that honestly is always the best policy and that when you are honest, good things will come back to you. Congrats on the great books and I am glad they are now in a place where those wonderful books can be appreciated.

[@Sponge262]

those books are fantastic, and its nice to see the honesty. Just another reason why I enjoy this channel so much.