MegaCon 2023 FINAL DAY! Trading GOLDEN AGE COMICS & Buying Original Spider-Man Art!

[@RedRockShane]

Con trades are super hard to pull off. It's much easier outside of that environment. This was a great video. Accurate depiction of how things usually go.

[@Lithograph_Comics]

I know what the seller is saying about "presentation" books being overpriced, but that's a double-edged sword. If I see a book or two that's outrageous at a booth, *especially* if that book drew me to that booth, I keep walking and don't even look at their other stuff, as I assume they're out of their minds on everything else. It's their loss also, as I'm a serious buyer and I would venture a guess I'm not the only person that thinks that way. 🤷‍♂ But anyway...great sequence of videos, and I'm glad you two had a great time!

[@kennethturner8290]

Yeah, I have to agree. Very often I am either likely to buy or not to buy from a particular seller. If I decide to buy one book I am very likely going to buy multiple books from that seller. If I cannot get the book I want then I am likely going to just move on.

[@RockVideos21]

I'm the same way. I might know what the price of a key is because I've been looking at sales and tracking it so if that key is their "presentation" book and it's priced super high I'm not going to spend my time looking at a bunch of other keys to see if they're all priced high or not

[@redhulk8144]

I love what Living Dead said, “I don’t want to trade non-work for work.” We all try to trade bulk keys for grails, true 💯

[@markalbert4316]

I'm a huge fan of Alex Saviuk. I loved his work on Web of Spider-Man. That was an awesome sketch.

[@williammedina8682]

If planning for NYCC you need to arrive days early to settle in with hotel and area Artist Alley will be busy so plan who you want to meet and if the creator will be own booth or with store.

[@charliedogg7683]

The MegaCon videos have all been great and worth re-watching one after the other to get a real sense of the event from the perspective of fans and dealers. Of course seeing the wall books is fantastic but I also liked the vicarious going through boxes, it always brings up memories of buying certain comics when they first came out - the "I remember when....." moment. Great work Angelo and Sarah.

[@TheComicsDen]

Thank you so much!

[@papamoose13]

As ALWAYS, I love the video, except for that big tall ugly fat guy at the 10:03 marker :) LOVE the Spiderman sketch you got , what a great piece. Sorry you didn't have much luck trading for the juicy golden age stuff but I am sure you will find some soon. Always nice to see you Miss Sarah and Angelo !!! Happy Hunting !!

[@TheComicsDen]

Thank you! Have a great weekend😊❗

[@alexcastrejon7118]

Father of two toddlers, in my early forties..i can’t express my gratitude for the content you create!! As a re-collector reliving my youth, want to thank you for your efforts and hard work creating your videos for us to enjoy! Keep pushin’ and hustlin’ and many many blessings for year to come! Gracias!!

[@dakoitcave817]

I was very young when I realized that dealers don't care about your books unless they are rare/desirable and they can make money. That means often not being fair (I don't blame them as its their source of income). I did kind of cringe when you tried to offer your mid grade/low grade slabbed books for a pre-code horror book (which are very rare). Reality is, you would have to give up all of those slabs plus substantial cash for a book like that. It's just a learning game, and you need to think about it as a business. Great video guys!

[@LU3MC2003]

I’ve always loved the EC comics but never bought one throughout my young collecting years, that is until about 10 years ago, when I started to purchase them. I currently own ten EC comics from the Golden age, all raw copies. Love the golden age horror. I think every collector should have some golden age in their collection.

[@popalberta4688]

EC's are NOT Golden age. They are "new trend". Golden age refers to books from New Funnies #1 to the end of WWII. The "Golden Age" of sales & readership.

[@popalberta4688]

@Jerry Underwood A lot of hair splitting in the comic biz. I refer to that era as precode myself. Umbrella term.

[@jeffstanley6013]

I don't think I've seen that before; you actually had to scan your badge to leave?? 12:17

[@deanb6489]

Ive only pulled off 1 trade. It was a late 90's x-men for bloodstone #1. The X-men wasn't a key so I felt like it was fair and the prices were close to each other. Both of us were happy so that's all that matters.

[@chorlesteajones6794]

I got in to collecting Pokémon just over a year ago and I'm slapping myself for not getting in to it sooner because I actually use to live in Sanford, Florida. I could have went to two MegaCons while I lived down there. Maybe one year I'll take a vacation back down there just for it!

[@mikegeyer4138]

you two are the epitome of soulmates....we should all be so lucky

[@timdanner2596]

If you're looking to trade for GA, especially for the books you wanted (pre-code horror, Shock Suspenstories) and in the condition they were, you have offer up some big books. And ones that could be sold quickly and for a profit.

[@troy5731]

First appearance of ObviousMan

[@keithoneil9894]

Any update on the stolen Amazing Fantasy #15?

[@TheComicsDen]

Nothing has turned up yet but we are hopeful. Thanks for watching!

[@D00M3R-SK8]

I imagine likely they are going to keep it. If it was someone at a comic con then they are likely into comics and just want to keep it. Does this kind of thing happen very often? I mean I know FP gets loads of stuff stolen here in the UK, but they are just trades and stuff on the shelves, not rare stuff like this.

[@ratpacknyc6910]

@@D00M3R-SK8 or they steal it wait a while to then sell it when people forget about it...they probably will break the slab and possibly do some form of restoration to make it look not like the same book it once was to be easily identified.

[@keithoneil9894]

@@TheComicsDen Keep us posted. The criminal shouldn't get away with it.

[@ccculture9681]

Good video. Pretty informative for the shorter video run time.

[@TheComicsDen]

Thank you.

[@fossiladventures2926]

With dealers its their business and as such need to make money. GA is hot again many are just ghosts even in low grade. Look at say AF 15 expensive book but there are loads of them . Cannot blame them for not taking those trades. Thanks for taking us along 😊

[@leeniren3706]

Did not make mega con live, but your 4 videos were great

[@BlessedVeteranAdventures]

Last guy made a great point. Tickets, parking, food etc are expensive. I hope to see $1-2 books when I go. I'm sure I will but the quality might not be there. Plus folks will bring higher grade to pay for booths. So hit or miss. Ill hit up ebay and local shops. And if I see something at this years show that'll be good. I thought yall picked up a blue superman already? 2nd copy? God bless

[@WWRITD]

I absolutely love your channel

[@leighwestfall1578]

Great video!

[@TheComicsDen]

Thank you!

[@roger69501]

good video series,im going to megacon next year 2024 for the first time.

[@CBs_Bill_from_Montana]

I can’t blame them for wanting to trade for those EC’s. You’re show is awesome!

[@ratpacknyc6910]

yeah but it would be a terrible trade to take in for those books they offered just doesn't make any sense.

[@CBs_Bill_from_Montana]

@@ratpacknyc6910 agreed. But I liked that they tried and showed it.

[@leroyortiz3987]

I just watched ur video I can't believe that some could Steel a rare comic book do you know if they ever found out who took the book I be surprised if there don't lock up the comic books next year Comic-Con I feel sorry for the dealer

[@theradzone934]

I’ve never been to this con, so I really appreciate your vlogs! I hope you all make it down to fan expo in Dallas one day.

[@sladewilson6811]

hi, would you happen to know the name of the 1st booth ? they have some cool stuff there, thanks

[@PoisonMojo]

what was the name of second booth that had the Crime Suspense? I saw something on the wall I wanted.

[@Steven-ip8xo]

Hi Sarangelo,great but remarkable video,keep them coming,also both the Tour and Walkthrough Megacon 2023 Final Day in Florida was superb,also the walkthrough The Megacon Comic Book Convention was outstanding, I'm also a huge fan of Alex Saviuk. I loved his work on Web Of Spider-Man.That was an awesome but great sketch.also excellent Golden Age Comic Book Haul,Also Can't go wrong with pre-code EC Comics.I also like Planet Comics from Fiction House has some nice covers.Also The MegaCon Videos have all been great and worth re-watching one after the other to get a real sense of the event from the perspective of fans and dealers. Of course seeing the wall books is fantastic but superb but I also liked the vicarious going through boxes, it always brings up memories of buying certain comics when they first came out- the "I remember when "moment. Also Great work Angelo and Sarah all I can say is keep up the good work stay safe out there and have a great day.🙂💪🏋️🦸🟢🇺🇸👍🌇

[@chorlesteajones6794]

Okay for real, are you going to copy paste comments from several other people in to one post in the hopes people will like your comment? This is kind of rude to the original comments. I noticed you did this on their other video as well about the stolen comic. Be original and post your own well thought out comment.

[@joaquinrubio3230]

I enjoyed this video. Thank you, guys, for always making the best content.

[@jimwojton7369]

Good to see Dale Roberts still active.

[@GENOTALKSCOMICS]

Diggin the MegaCon content, y'all. Enjoyed your look at the show. I was at C2E2 that weekend. I saw MegaCon had a stacked guest list. So many cool creators. Considering going next year with the date change. Happy hunting!

[@D00M3R-SK8]

I didn't go because I live in the UK, but one of the Independents here gets the exclusive comics. I'm definitely going to pick up those foil superman covers and that miles foil as well if he still has them when I get paid next week. They're a little more expensive, but that's to be expected (I'd love that TMNT one as well actually)

[@kylebigos2756]

Do you have the name or contact info for the guys you were trying to trade with for the Crime Suspense stories?

[@comicfanagain8405]

Great video guys!

[@tyson2102]

Hoping to see you guys at NYCC this year!!

[@ryan7288]

I want original Tales from the Crypt comics.

[@noodle3384]

Most people know what they have anymore. the deals are way harder to get. every week a need key is discovered that was a 3$ book before. i still try to be fair with people like it was 2018 again but a store isnt going to loose money. who knows when the comic bubble will burst.

[@Matty728]

Them foil are amazing, 40 now when sold out gota double that price stay safe always ❤

[@BusyBeeCompany]

coin trading versus comic trading are swings.,everyone will trade coins but not comics it seems.

[@stevenmartin6812]

Can’t go wrong with pre code EC comics. I also like planet comics from fiction house has some nice covers.

[@popalberta4688]

Can't go wrong with post-code EC either.

[@ronaldbourgeois1255]

Nice con

[@Mr_Rob_otto]

A con is not the place to sell or trade books to dealers. Unless they can get your books for next to nothing, they are there to sell, not buy. They have time and money invested in their booth and they don’t want money going out, they want it coming in. Also, why would anyone want to lug their books around the convention floor all day on the chance someone might be interested. Best to take a photo of your books on your phone and show that to dealers to gauge their interest (or more likely, their lack thereof).

[@timothylee3105]

I could never see anyone trading that Golden Age book you wanted for the Silver Age books you had. 😅

[@ecesperante]

😊

[@Lunchparty]

Golden is the gold

[@antonmassopust568]

Sorry guys I wouldn't even try doing that I tried that once at a time with some Daredevils and they didn't want any of them so I said well I learned my lesson they don't want to buy they don't want to trade

[@BrandonMcIntyre541]

My first Comicon in Portland was difficult. I brought Thor 337 9.6 and X-Men annual 14 9.8 both graded CGC to potentially trade and couldnt find any biters. Albeit, there was very minor issues during encapsulation yet, easily rectified given a little money and investment. I was willing to come way down in value for a straight across trade. It was also the worst time as the market was still way up and slowly transitioning out of covid lockdowns. I just wanted a 9.8 Wolverine 1 vol. 2. My total trade value was $550 even though my purchase total was around $800. That Wolverine book at the time was $450 and I was willing to move forward with that and still no trade? I would have taken a pretty big loss at the time. Now I see that book selling for less but, I still have these graded books hoping for a future trade. Maybe this year or the next. Cons are hard for trading, hopefully get easier.

[@user-jb6if007gr]

Any Joe tent sale videos on the horizon?

[@TheComicsDen]

Next week!

[@user-jb6if007gr]

@@TheComicsDen Fantastic!

[@dumpsterbaby3155]

common silver age for GA? Good luck

[@macorourke2222]

Great video Brother and Sister Thanks for sharing Your passion and adventures from Toronto Ontario Canada 😀 👍 ❤️ 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 ❤️💯💯

[@jaya076]

Good job, your tried to trade and that’s all you can do, I. Don’t agree with what others are saying, that’s the business you’re in, same thing happened to me recently at a show, t’s all learning, try not to take people’s comments to personal,

[@ratpacknyc6910]

Also when it comes to dealers they are always going to want the one up on a trade never expect it to be a fair deal that's why you see online all the time someone willing to do a trade is asking for the trade price in comics and some more. Personally I'm not about to take a loss while someone else gets more for it.

[@FuriousGeorge_]

Idk man I think some of these con sellers need to get with the times. Marking their prices up just way too much its a bit insulting personally. I'm sure some of these sales tactics worked back when ebay, go-collect, gpa etc etc didnt exist

[@mathchemboss7487]

Trading is not what dealers want, they want to sell, and I can understand that. The guy said it perfectly, "people want to trade some medium grade semi-keys for a grail" Great that you showed this on camera. But I fail to see (from a collector standpoint) the attraction of the golden age books. The covers may be nice, but the interior art is often lousy. Beside that, I think you should find your own niche as a channel and as a dealer, and concentrate on that. Don't try to do all at the same time, that will not work. And while I am giving advice (you can ignore it if you want :)), give Sarah a more prominent role in your videos. She is enthousiastic, very pretty, smart, loves great artwork (Vampirella!) and this will boost your channel enormously. That is a unique selling point. I love what you two are doing, keep on the good work!

[@ericupchurch2967]

Trading Slabs at Comic Con? 📚📚📚 Comics Dealers are like Pawn Shops they will Cheat You on the Price! They don't care about your comics only if they are rare and valuable, something they can purchase from you cheap! 💵💵💵

[@subedei]

I collect comics and cards. The card market will deal with you and you can usually purchase for eBay or below eBay prices. Dealers want to sell comic books for 25 percent or above FMV. It makes me mad

[@BusyBeeCompany]

If you had a $5000 budget what would you buy?.

[@popalberta4688]

I spent over that in the last 2 months. I bought comics that I can sell & make $$$. It included 36 ECs in high grade (& a few junkers). My fave was a pre-new trend "Crime Patrol". I sold it of course.

[@BusyBeeCompany]

@@popalberta4688 ec's?

[@popalberta4688]

@@BusyBeeCompany EC? They published wholesome comics such as "Tales from the Crypt" & "Weird Science". The CCA was basically designed to put them out of business, "MAD" magazine saved them. ( "MAD" was a color comic book for it's 1st 23 issues.)

[@BusyBeeCompany]

@@popalberta4688 howabout if y9u had $5000 to buy 6 comics, which ones would you buy to value as going up and holding for yourself and why?.

[@popalberta4688]

@@BusyBeeCompany Interesting question. Thank you for asking. One title I personally desire is "Phantom Lady" #1. That's 5 large right there I think If I had any money left I would spend it on more Matt Baker or L.B. Cole work. Or perhaps 1st appearance Batmite or perhaps "John Wayne Adventure Comics" with Frazetta art. I would buy them because I like them. Especially Batmite.

[@LUMBEEPHENOM2012]

As a vendor you spend so much on booth , so you’re looking to sale as much as possible not really trade.

[@Mr.ju4ncho]

It’s hard to compete with cons sellers. It’s better trading with other collectors

[@kennethturner8290]

Yeah, you probably aren't going to get much trade action at a con. You are always going to be better off just selling your own books yourself at least financial wise.

[@Marro-ss9dv]

Unfortunately thats how a lot of those dealers are. Old fat and to attached to their books. Lol Hard to pull off a trade with those mofos

[@davidwarring1572]

I personally don't send in books to be graded unless I can make 5 times what I have into the book plus pressing grading shipping fees. I don't even think you could get case cost on those books, from a dealer. It's a buyers market right now and dealers will only buy at a percentage of what books are actually selling for. They didn't want to say hey I can't even give you case cost. Those books would probably sell best off eBay starting at a penny auction. I think that dealer also was putting eye candy from there personal collection with the crap they want to sale, and put ridiculous over priced prices on the eye candy books because they really aren't going to sale them. And you found some eye candy from there wall that there not going to part with unless they get way over market value for it.

[@isaiahbanks3888]

God find that thief

[@coolcollects8912]

Bring stuff you don’t want to sell and have higher than FMV prices so nobody buys it…business 101 🤓😂

[@SWMartin]

Florida, don't be so Florida and grab books of the wall - let the dealer do that for you SIGH....

[@ratpacknyc6910]

Don't want to sound like a dick here but those books you offered up for those Pre Code Horror would not be a good trade for the dealers there. They know at any point they can sell those horror books if they really want to those books you offered him are nothing spectacular or anywhere near on the same level as those books. I would of turned down the trade as well.

[@troy5731]

I know this is an old clip but....Wow. I'm impressed with this guy Angelo.... Seriously, how many guys would put themselves in the position to have a bunch of fatazz Incels lecture you about anything. Excellent clip you two.

[@TheMisfits7783]

yall need a facebook group for trading ,ive been doing iit for 12 years and have 900 people in my group , done 100s of trades