This Local Comic Shop Does Something Truly INCREDIBLE!

Hey guys, check out this video of an AMAZING Local Comic Book Shop I found. Not only did I find some great comics and collectibles, but I also interviewed the owner and learned something about this store that is truly INCREDIBLE. Check out the video to see why I’m so eager to bring attention to this shop and their fantastic cause!
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
01:44 - Comic Hunting at the LCS
04:57 - Interview with the owner
10:07 - Why I love this store
18:25 - The Comics
18:50 - Back Issues
21:57 - Silver Age Comics
23:00 - Fantastic Four 51
24:30 - X-Men 11
26:25 - X-Men 35
27:35 - Outro and Closing Thoughts
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[@jtoves5734]

Wow! I think Nick is one of the Best Comic Book guys ever! We Need More Guys like Nick! Thank You!

[@kaseone6896]

Nick is a real life super hero!! I hope his small business stays open forever and may he have many blessings ahead for his good deeds!!

[@toffeejoe]

More Nick please. What a cool guy.

[@kbar4462]

Very cool changeup from usual video format! I respect how much Nick is hustling for his small business and still quietly supporting charity. Stand up guy, great store and finds 👍

[@calebleland8390]

I am truly impressed with Nick and his store. The fact that he supports various charities is just awesome. I always say this, but the comic book community is the best community out there (we just ignore the toxic members). Great video, Mike! I like the interview format.

[@comicspa]

What a great story. After reading how difficult it is to run a comic book shop it’s amazing to hear how he gives to charities. I had a friend who ran a comic book shop and he said some months you barely get by so l am impressed he does this. Very inspiring Nick. You have a heart of gold my friend!

[@billparker442]

FF 51 is one of the greatest stories ever. I bought it when it came out and my 13 year old self was blown away.

[@timshea3233]

I love your music! Reminds me of the 80's early 90's

[@wolverado1322]

Always good to hear about businesses supporting nonprofits…kudos to Nick for paying it forward and to you, Mike, for using your platform to shine the light on this.

[@jeremiahholes1246]

Holy crap! I was just there today and I also bought a run of uncanny X-Men! I love this store. I had no idea about their giving to charity. ❤

[@Cuccii]

Nick seems like a wholesome Guy . May the Lord continue to Bless his business.

[@nickyingling2958]

You are a great guy. That is an awesome story. If I'm ever in the area I will definitely check this store out.

[@robertmonroejr1315]

Wow! I just put Nick’s Comic Strip on my list of comic book stores to visit. He sounds like a really cool guy!

[@adavis688]

I really appreciate how they write notes about the particular issues with the older back issues - and it's actually perfect for those of us who don't care about grading because a couple little doodles by a kid in the 60s will lower the price but it's still a totally fine and readable book. would love to see that in more stores

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I agree, pretty clutch.

[@bigbymcflythecomicguy]

Wow- what a great store, owner and story 😊

[@dark_leaguer5263]

I visited this store during my honeymoon in Salem, back in September. I was amazed by the back issue selection and the number of different action figures. I'll definitely visit them again in the future.

[@user-cu2ki9or4z]

You’re right is prices look reasonable. Gotta get a hold of Nick to get him to Cliff Con

[@Paul-ng7yj]

Man, you have such great shops in your area! I would have loved to see more of Nick's store section by section. It's always awesome to window-shop thru the internet.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Next time I go I’ll make a point to show more!

[@comicbookchris3509]

MOVE IT OUT!! I used to own a chain of comic book stores, seven locations. I was destroyed during the early 1990s gimmicky comic book crash. Lessons I learned.....1) understand allllllll the various taxes in your area as it's a silent killer to any mom/pop business. I had the sign tax, sandwich sign tax, display case tax, environmental tax, workman's comp, unemployment insurance, matching social security, check alllll those phone bill taxes too!! 2)Never fall in love with your inventory, MOVE IT, clear out those Aisles!!!! Always run sales! Don't get buried with nickel and diming customers, MOVE your inventory and make them happy to come back again and again!! It's $$$$$$ you will need when the going gets tough. I would Never do another brick and mortar as I know all the headaches involved. Government doesn't care as there is always the next dreamer with his life savings who may replace you. If I did start again I would definitely have an online presence on Ebay, etc.

[@jamesschulziii9098]

Fantastic four 51? Yep. 1st appearance of the negative zone. Very cool issue. Very good story.

[@thepickle2535]

I would agree with that X-Men #11 book. That's a fantastic cover!

[@jamesschulziii9098]

That's a human being in every sense of the word. Heck yes! I love this channel ❤️💯👍

[@sharebear1062]

Great local comic book store for new and old books and toys ❤❤

[@stevenshaw8536]

FF #51 may be one of the best FF stories EVER!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

I agree!

[@GrumpyColoradoDad]

What a great experience! Nick seems like a great human being! Love the silver age pick ups Mike!

[@DarkLordbyNight]

Nick is awesome and his store is beautifully organized!! I like his philosophy and prices!! Wish I was closer, I'd definitely would frequent his store!! And he donates to charity, wow!!

[@gregparks1785]

Amazing comics and what a cool story about Nick’s! That’s awesome of him to be so generous.

[@punisherxs6654]

Nice looking comic shop and he has a lot of nice looking figures.

[@soldierboy2350]

Wow I'm only 45 minutes from this place and never knew it existed. I will absolutely be stopping by this weekend. I'll let him know your video sent me.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Definitely stop by at some point, but they will be at Wicked Con in Boston this weekend so I’m not sure if the store is open.

[@soldierboy2350]

@@lunchmoneycomics ok cool thanks for the heads up

[@josephbarbera9220]

Nice story, I also thinks it’s great when a small business owner gives something back to the community.

[@clubb82]

My favorite part was Nick's killer Boston accent! Great stuff for a great cause. Wish I lived closer I'd defiantly stop in!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Lol I’ve worked very hard to suppress mine but 5 minutes with Nick and I started to slip myself!

[@lilibnuuy]

"...for all you hahd cava lavas." xD

[@onixmolina1094]

would love to watch a set up video!! want to make my wall like yours

[@AlextheComicHoarder]

Nick is legit and GREAT books at amazing prices!!!

[@billyrod1980]

Great shop and even great owner!

[@billyshead1339]

Yea that shop rules. It definitely fits my speed 🔥👍🏻 very very cool.

[@micpar2]

X-Men #35 hit the stands Thursday June 8th 1967. Cover was by Dan Akins inks Sam Rosen.

[@dakoitcave817]

I love the music sir. New wave rock vibes - Psychedelic furs, and The Cure…sounds.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Yeah it’s just an iMovie free song but it definitely sounds like the Cure and people always seem to like it!

[@jomehi6863]

We need more people like Nick. Really cares about the people Truly a wonderful person .

[@BigLbo]

thanks for not spoiling This Man This Monster, i know it's like 50+ years old but i just got a Marvel Tales reprint in the mail a couple of days ago and haven't read yet. speaking of reprints i've been grabbing issues of X-Men The Early Years on the cheap to check out that Kirby X-Men stuff.

[@technodestructo]

These are the dudes that make the comic community worth it. Sad there's so few of them I had 3 sellers 70+ one just passed one is in a nursing home and one still going. I've been buying comics And toys from him for over 35 years. I try to get younger poeple into comics every chance I get. Seems like of it isn't on a 3" screen they aren't interested.

[@symbiotic_games]

LMC! I live in Marblehead and I go to Nicks all the time. Place is awesome. Hopefully I see you there sometime!

[@patriotcomics]

Nick seems like an amazing business owner and super cool guy! He definitely sets a standard for the LCS of today. I hope many other shop owners see this video and learn a thing or two. And I think winging it worked out perfect for the video. 🙌 Wish I was closer to the Boston area. I’m down in south Jersey. Hopefully I can make it up there some time! Also- great comic book pickups!! 👏

[@delonanderson7701]

Nice pick up and video keep up the great work

[@steve-ec5wp]

VERY COOL!😃!

[@ComicBookCorner2.0]

Sounds like an amazing shop Great owners and wonderful customer service go a long way sounds like Nick definitely goes above and beyond.

[@samuelsiedschlag4486]

"Got it!" 😆 🤣 That's awesome!!!

[@thecomiccollector2020]

That shop looks incredible

[@gabrielemalatesta8978]

He’s great, hope to pass by one day and check out the store.

[@robertmonroejr1315]

That FF 51 is a classic!

[@keng.2468]

Nick sounds like a stand-up guy. It's probably a rarity in the comic books biz.

[@billparker442]

I still have the X-Men 35 I bought new. Bought cuz I was a huge Spidey fan. Glad I did.

[@davidyurko3440]

Another amazing video. Nick Rocks! Love the Spider Man and X-men comic book.

[@seanmitchell8151]

Beautiful store, never seen one better!

[@robphoenix1182]

That is a great comic shop owner!! The comic community definitely could use more of them. Totally agree about FF 5. Although I want to take it a step further. I think it is one of the best Stan Lee stories to boot. 😀

[@nowherebound2908]

Great video, and great store owner & crew! Loved seeing FF51 - my brother gave me that issue for my last birthday!

[@TyRamb0]

NO WAY! I'm checking them out tomorrow. Thanks so much LMC i'm in Salem MA and love your content. Hope to run into you one day and meet you. You truly showed me that it doesn't take a lot of money to be able to start a nice collection.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s great, tell them I said hi! Also, thanks for watching!

[@TyRamb0]

@@lunchmoneycomics Update: I went to Nicks Comic Strip today and mentioned i found them from your channel and got $10 off my purchase of a couple of silver age keys. Thanks for the recommendation LMC!

[@mitchellhadaway7201]

Did you know that Alex Ross finishes the story of Fantastic Four 51 in his FF story "Full Circle" its a amazing read and the artwork is incredible!

[@alancarr7718]

Good evening Michael Better and better, what a great guy Nick is. Great Chemistry between you both, I would lover to see another show in his store looking at some of those vintage toys. Have a wonderful time at Wicked. Should be worth a 2 hour show! Keep up that great work. The Goldkeyfourcolorkidownunda

[@wayneweidman1543]

I bought some stuff from Nick on whatnot a few months back. He had great stuff with reasonable prices. If I ever make it to that part of the country I would definitely be stopping there.

[@TheChadTI]

Owning a store is awesome (had 3 😂) I ended up spending more money than I made on comics. Also Massachusetts is AWESOME for comic books stores. So many good ones (NH as well)

[@MarcSpectorComics]

That looks like a fantastic shop if I'm ever in that area I'll have to check it out. FF51 my fav

[@theayatollahofrockandrolla]

If its that good a deal always remember "low grade is better than no grade" ..

[@konnor4361]

Super cool pickups! Happy to hear about Nick and his philanthropy work :)

[@wg8561]

Looks like a real nice shop. I saw a few keys I would have picked up on the spot. Living in Las Vegas it's hard to get nice keys for a reasonable price. I think it's because the economy here is really good. A lot of collectors make really good money here. The last time I was in Arizona I checked out a comic book shop and couldn't believe how many keys they had and the reasonable prices. I figured the average collector there doesn't make the same kind of income.

[@RaccoonWithBev]

Seems incredible that in a business with such small profit margins, that a store would be willing to give back so much to not only their supporters, but general philanthropy as well. Awesome video, also FF 51 is my favorite cover of all time… so that helps too

[@paulfaleski6518]

That’s amazing, what a beautiful story. God bless Nick and God bless you and your family.

[@Steve-gl4jr]

Hello I’m new to your channel watching from across de pond in de UK🇬🇧after many many years out of de hobby your channel has certainly wetted my appetite to jump back in & start picking up comics once again 👊🏻

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thanks so much! Never too late to jump back into this great hobby!

[@ChrisPBousquet]

Love your channel Mike. Great video, great cause. If I ever make it down to the area I will be sure to hit up Nick's shop as well as a bunch of others you've covered. Keep up the great work.

[@John-et5wu]

That X-men 11 is an $80 book all day with those drawings, what a deal at that shop!

[@rcjackam7172]

Wow, Mike. What a cool place. Now you got me wanting to visit the other side of the country again. If you're ever out in the Portland, Oregon area, I have got a great shop for you to visit.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

My sister lives in Portland so the chances are high, what store are you referring to? I’m sure she’s been there

[@tomhuynh4058]

It’s a cool place. I’ve been there a few times. Great contents!

[@gregwait3553]

I wish I could visit Nick’s Comic Store! Have fun at Wicked Con! $40.00 for Avengers Annual 10 that was the bomb when I saw the 1st part of your video! Charity Giver! Nick yer the Best! Great Vid! Let’s see da Comics Mike!!!

[@AnthonyOldhandGarcia]

That's cool. Nice books Nice review.

[@TabithaTabCat]

I wish there were comic book stores like this in the Pacific Northwest/Seattle area (Portland has a few Ok shops).

[@mandofoe7447]

It is so awesome seeing a guy that gets it. Customer service and community conscience. Wow what a concept. That used to be the rule rather than the exception. If I lived in that area guarantee that’s the shop I’d be going to on a weekly basis. Thanks for the great video.

[@blairhartgrove7594]

Always great videos. Love what you do

[@yvesisevil]

Guess I'll have to make a trip to visit Nick's Comic Strip -- seem like it's a all around great shop.

[@Swamp-Bat]

Damn that store looks amazing. There is nothing like that near me unless I want to drive 2 hours into LA and deal with all that which I would rather die than do

[@dansxmencomics]

Love those X-Men. Great pickups, you are building a great X-Run. Awesome looking shop there too. I’ll definitely stop by if I’m in the area

[@dprescott1970]

I love your channel. But this one was outstanding. Thanks for showcasing a good dude and being one yourself. 😊

[@hogations]

My pick of the three would be hands down the FF #51. I believe Stan Lee also said this was his favorite issue in the run (or maybe even ever?) and it still holds up very well. I still crack it open every once in a while to read it. Great profile on Nick and his comic books store, a very salt-of-the-earth kind of fellow. Getting kids interested and excited about the hobby is important! I hope you run into more quality people like him on your adventures!

[@themarvelousshow4196]

You got some great prices on those books! Nick seems to be quite the gent! Favorite book this week was actually the Morbius #1! I too have been collecting the midnight sons story and that’s one I’m missing

[@Zenmaster1]

What a trememendous gesture by Nick's Comic Strip. I'll be at Wicked Con on Sunday and will definitely buy a few comics from him.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Tell him I said hi! Also keep an eye out for me, I’m planning to be there.

[@ZireaelGwynbleidd]

I live in RI and this shop is only an hour and change away from me. Looks like I'm taking a mini road trip soon!

[@charliedogg7683]

Great salesman, that Nick, and with a solid social conscience. Morrison's New X-Men run was great, so different to anything that had appeared in the Mutant books before, and graced with lovely art (I know not everyone is a Frank Quitely fan but I sure am). FF 51 is iconic, one of Stan's best FF stories. I share your view of old comics with writing or drawings, as long as it's not excessive and doesn't obscure the story I don't mind it. I have a few Silver Age comics in which the original buyer has filled in his or her personal details in back cover ads and I think this gives the comic a certain provenance, it's part of that book's own unique history. And I always wonder where that person is now, what they're doing and if they still read comics. The two Silver Age X-Men books are superb, just edging out the FF 51 as best in show.

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thanks for the great comment as usual Charlie!

[@mikestukes801]

This was a great presentation 😎👊🏿🤓

[@xSnakeEyes86]

Nick crushes it!!!!

[@vitamind-skool]

This is incredible. Makes me wish I lived in Mass to support this comic shop weekly like I do my LCS lol. Awesome vid!

[@StreetPreacherr]

yeah, I opened a comic book store because I like the little kids... lol It looks like fun, but whenever I visit one of these places I can't stop thinking about how much money they must have invested just in something like 'toy merchandise', and how much they need to earn everyday JUST to keep the lights on! And I can never imagine that ALL of those toys will actually sell eventually, and I assume the manufacturers don't offer to refund for any unsold merchandise... I guess that's why I still work FOR somebody, and don't have the balls to run my OWN business! ;)

[@TheGardenarunner]

LOVE THE MUSIC POP IN SOME DEPECHE MODE, + COMICS LOVE IT

[@jasonmills6486]

I'm always inspired to comment on your vids cuz they're so cool but often don't, but this one I'm willing to make an exception. I grew up in Middleton MA, but moved to Reading around 6yrs old (currently in VT tho) so Danvers was close to home. I was long moved out if Nick's opened in 2016, but it seems like an awesome shop. I know you're always looking for store recommendations, so if you're ever back in that area, there is an amazing shop in Reading called Comically Speaking that has been around for over 20yrs now. It was actually the first job I had- bagging and boarding comics, organizing back issues, and my fave was opening packs of cards and pulling all the holograms and special cards and then making sets for $2/hr cash + 2/hr store credit but u better believe he got it all back when I was done (I was maybe 12 or 13 at the time in the early 90s). This was actually how I saved up and got ASM 298 and 299 off the wall back then along with a buncha other Mcfarlane books, since Spawn was my fave and he was and still is my fave artist, and I still got em. The store has grown and moved to the local VFW, where it is now 2 floors, one for comics and one for everything else collectible. The owner Patrick is still a friend to this day, and I think it would be well worth a trip if you're ever in that area again. I believe they have back issues at a constant 50% off, and every year they run a sale that is even better. I'm sure that Patrick would love to host u, he's usually there Mon Wed Fri unless that changed, but they do have a website ComicallySpeaking.com where u could contact him. Bonus- the store phone number has been 781 944 XMEN since they opened, right up your alley, right? Anyway, at 42yrs old I've begun collecting again this past year, and love the channel and watching u grow and seeing the cool books u find! Thx so much for the content. Cheers!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thanks for the recommendation! I’ve actually been meaning to go there for a long time based on others’ recommendations as well and was hoping to check it out in the next month or so. Love the story of you working there for credit in the 90s, that would’ve been my dream job! Thanks for commenting and please do so more!

[@jasonmills6486]

@@lunchmoneycomics I'll certainly try to engage more and comment, I think it helps with the channel right? I'm also hoping to go to the store in mid-May after I get back from vacation and have time, it'd be sick to see u there! Tell Pat I sent u if u go, it's def worth the trip especially if he's there to show u around and I'm sure he has a few hidden gems that aren't on public display. One time yrs ago, after the Spawn movie came out, he showed me the shovel movie prop that was in the graveyard scene where Clown "knighted" Al Simmons as Spawn, still bummed to this day I didn't buy it, altho I dunno if he was selling it. I doubt I would've been able to afford it back then, but it was cool to see! One thing I def enjoy about being an adult collector is that I actually have the money now to afford these things, whereas when I was a teenager, not so much :)

[@michaelgallant1977]

Great looking books 👍

[@Moncomics]

It's videos like these that sometime make me wish I did live closer to local comic shops, especially ones as beautiful and noble as Nick's Comic Strip. I saw many books you looked at that I need, so I'm going to reach out and see if I can order some because this store needs to be supported. out here doing the good work Mike, thanks for bringing this store to light and awesome pick ups!!!

[@stevewhite4533]

Great story and what you and Nick are doing is fantastic ❤

[@mikeyninefingers734]

headed to Wicked Comic Con this weekend and maybe a trip here!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

If you see them at Wicked Com tell them I said hi, and if you bump into me I’ll have some of those coupons on hand!

[@ScottSchlee]

Hey Mike, thank you for this. As a comic book collector AND 10 year pancreatic cancer survivor, I was so surprised and delighted to hear Nick's was donating to the Lustgarten Foundation! My wife & I take yearly vacations to Salem and will definitely be visiting his shop!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

That’s fantastic Scott! I should see Nick this weekend and I’m sure he’d be very happy to read your comment!

[@ScottSchlee]

@@lunchmoneycomics Tell him to expect me in July. The same week as the Brimfield Flea Market. LOL! We adjusted our travel dates after seeing your video about the flea market!

[@lunchmoneycomics]

@@ScottSchlee awesome, maybe I’ll see you at Brimfield as well!

[@turbomantodd2002]

Nick's layout is truly amazing! Everything I saw in you camera shots made me want to yell "STOP! Look around! I want to look around!" Nick... love you high energy! Wish I was there. I think Nick's picture has replaced the worded definition of HUMBLE! Framing! Who cares about the framing!? The on the spot instant interview was great! I think the interview turn out better that nothing was planned. It captured the both of you "as you are!" Two guys talking and having fun. That, my friend is why people are subbing by the thousands! You are "the regular guy!"

[@lunchmoneycomics]

Thanks so much for the great comment! Next time I go back I’ll have to film more of the store, I missed so much cool stuff

[@misterqcomics3692]

Great video Mike. Nick seems like a great guy and I can't wait to meet him! I will have to hit the shop up soon.

[@garymoviefan4294]

INCREDIBLE store Mike! Thanks!!!