What Books Are Worth Grading For Flipping? AND How to Pick a 9.8

[@NotoriousJay66]

I'm a terrible flipper, because I have problems selling, I want to keep everything 😅

[@timaaae9626]

...couldn't agree more. I don't want to get rid of any of my collection. ....unfortunately.

[@stillchillin7249]

You'll get there. I was terrible about it before, starting to let go.

[@LiquidWeapon]

Once you start, it gets easier when you see the money coming back. Start with a few that you're ok with letting go.

[@mingaling72]

I'm at the 7k comic mark of which 5k should be sold but they are so damn sweet. I have 3 or 4 LCS that don't sift through their back stock which are priced from $1-cover so anytime something hits I grab what they have. In my mind I know if I flip the FOMO books asap I am going to make money but I can't get myself to list them. I literally have 5k mini to larger keys. So I feel ya!

[@rickderris5294]

Once you start making a few bucks from your sales, you'll change your tune really fast. Trust me. It's actually fun.

[@SPalochik]

First and foremost is to collect what and HOW you want to COLLECT! If you want the hobby to pay for itself this channel helps you do that. If you want to stay on top of current trends this channel helps you do that too. GREAT information as always Bry!

[@BrysComics]

Thank you very much my friend!

[@ZeroZhoust]

I love how I just get into comics at the age of 26... And NOW you make the best content absolutely possible as a new collector and new flipper to fund the former 🥺

[@paulpittman5200]

Lots of good information. Just recently made my 1st CGC submission. Wish I would've seen this video first. Fingers crossed!

[@GtBeatz508]

Is it really backed up 6 months? I got some good ones I wanna submit but that’s a super long wait time

[@ameliajade6113]

Seriously peeps, amazing info, we should be paying for this sort of info considering it’s been gathered from years of experience with Cgc and thousands of submissions which is priceless.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻💯

[@mothwaste1004]

Back in the comic game and now I am going to start sending some of my old comics to CGC

[@BrysComics]

May the force be with you!

[@sidneyrivera3578]

Another great video Bry! Most don’t realize how much time, money, and energy go into flipping a book for profit and you offer up a timely cautionary tale we ALL can benefit from.

[@LiquidWeapon]

Another outstandingly informative video. Haven't seen one of this nature done better. I would add that if you're not doing this for fun (i.e.as more of a side business), then you have to calculate your time investment as part of the costs. My cut-off rule in determining what to send is pretty well the same as yours and I first check for three red flags: 1) Current selling prices being below $75; 2) Market saturation (i.e.how much selling competition will I have); and 3) Subjective sense of general interest (would anyone want to buy this and if not, am I ok with having the book in my PC).

[@reichertcomics3233]

Your tips are valuable. Thank you!

[@BrysComics]

That’s it exactly!

[@bcomics3135]

Great informative video, I'm not big on selling comic's, but I do buy multiple book's if there could be future spec potential.

[@comicbookcountdown9252]

I have a decent-sized collection but have never sent anything in to be graded, so being able to see your process for choosing potential 9.8 candidates is very helpful. Thanks for making this video.

[@OneNastyNupe]

I'm in the same boat...I have no idea how to flip when I am always trying to keep stuff. Still glad to be here!

[@toddwood3634]

Great video, part of the reason CGC is backed up so badly is everyone is sending in every book they own for grading. Here in a couple years their will be a ton of cheap 9.8 slabs!

[@BrysComics]

Very true

[@tristanrujano]

I just went to a comic shop for the first time yesterday! I also have some comics coming back from CGC in 2 months I'm excited!

[@zophar1001]

Self pressing is the way to go. That last review section is super helpful!

[@Tragiksouls]

This hobby is starting to get more and more expensive over the years. Just saying that when I was a kid, I had a decent collection and even for me being a kid who bought all my books by doing yard work for my neighborhood and shoveling snow for the same people, it didn't seem to cost nearly as much as it does today lol. Guess I need to get smarter with how I do it is all. Love the channel man!

[@BrysComics]

Very true!

[@dustygranger9499]

I always appreciate the look behind the curtains.

[@Notthatshaneblack]

Appreciate how much time and effort you throw into these videos man. Always great content.

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻

[@andrewkrekelberg4379]

Thank you for going over the 9.8's pre-screen. I had no idea about the bindery tears being allowed for the 9.8's.

[@MrSuperduper5000]

It would also be super helpful to show the books after pressing them to really see what 9.8s look like when they're ready to submit

[@BrysComics]

Noted!

[@cwwheelz]

Excellent breakdown. I think you're right about being truthful to yourself about the real, total costs of everything involved.

[@txboy2107]

Man thanx Bry I always learn so much from your videos. Always look forward to you new content and what else you got to teach the community. Nice to hear you went through the same thing while learning from mistakes as well

[@greatpix]

As always, a very informative video! I've got all my books I bought from 1975 to 1996 sitting in short boxes that fill 1/4 of my living room, and still don't have them all bagged and boarded yet. I've sent a dozen out for dry cleaning and grading. Most have come back 9.6 - 9.8 but a few were in the lower 9s. I'm still learning to spot defects and pick the top ones. I'm waiting for cooler weather to put up some tables in the garage and get them all sorted by title. The good thing on these old books I bought for less than cover price is that my ROI is really good.

[@BrysComics]

Orrrrr, I can come down there with a u haul and buy the whole lot!

[@greatpix]

@@BrysComics Sorry, I'm getting them graded and selling them myself. When I get down to the ones not worthwhile to get graded I'll have a garage sale or start selling them in lots on eBay or IG.

[@leeniren3706]

Thank you for the information is very helpful when I next one to submit comics

[@mattszymanski3989]

Thanks for the information. Just getting started with flipping comics and found this video very helpful!

[@toomworld]

Collector disease must be making the rounds, because I’m back! It’s been a while, but the past year and a half has hit me harder than ever. New to your channel, but loving it.

[@BrysComics]

Welcome my friend!

[@liquidevil9463]

Thanks for all this info. The grading portion is especially good.

[@701comics]

I liked that you showed the defects and what’s pressable. Great vid!

[@ericwilson9331]

I am loving this channel.. The 9.8 screening examples were very helpful in seeing what is allowed and now I need to learn how to press! Great video again

[@RoB9009]

Great video as usual, love you going deeper into the whole process from choosing which book until grading the books to send in

[@syndrognito8579]

Thanks for the video today about what to look for when trying to 9.8 candidates. Trying to do that myself. You gave me lots of stuff to look for.

[@BrysComics]

You’re so welcome!

[@chadmorris7891]

Love all the info you give. Helps me with my collecting. Keep it going. Thanks

[@Syabi]

Very informative video. Especially when you went on the details of examining the 9.8 candidates.

[@Kells_Comics]

I’ll be getting some comics cleaned and pressed and sent out soon! Thanks for the videos!

[@themadrespect7740]

Always fascinating tips & info my friend! Finally scored my copy of SIKTC #2 for the PC for $15 under current buy it now offers! Now only need #5 to finish my run

[@BrysComics]

Congrats!!

[@ianjameson8727]

Great stuff Bry! I have so many books needing a good press.

[@aquabman7]

Great video, covering tons of specific examples!

[@CollectorAuctions]

Great tips. I'm slowly following you on this path and have learned a lot watching your videos.

[@timdayton9366]

Great stuff. I have like three flashlights I look over my books before I send them in.

[@azpureplayer7897]

Lots of great knowledge drops in the video. Appreciate it!

[@Hjyeroc]

Thanks for this. I signed up for a cgc membership and am looking over what to send.

[@brianvera3563]

I love this topic! I am always trying to figure out which books I should send to get graded. Thanks for the insight brother!

[@863Vegas]

Wow! This one is solid gold! Thanks for the thorough breakdown and Masterclass in how to get the hobby to pay for itself!

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻

[@darthdaddy8910]

Great info! You break it down in a way I didn't consider before.

[@dstar101]

Really appreciate the information you provided bry

[@johnnymac2693]

Enjoyed the overview. Thanks for sharing the information.

[@ryanthered4254]

Great video! I recently bought my own press but it takes a bit to get the hang of it. I’m just now getting confident enough to submit some books on my own (previously been sending to a presser). This video helps validate that I’m on the right page. Thanks again dude!

[@BrysComics]

Sounds like you’re definitely on the right track!

[@marvinablog2198]

Thank you for the great tips about picking out 9.8's. It was very helpful.

[@christopherplaza1994]

Keep the comic knowledge coming! Love from Texas 🙏🏻

[@808_collector]

Great advice! Always learning something new from you.

[@brandonjohnson6367]

My comics are 20-25 years old and never read. Trying to decide which books to submit. Great video - thanks!

[@BrysComics]

Wooooow! Some of those will be very valuable!

[@scottdoss1895]

Great info! Not wanting to flip but have a few I want graded and put in my own collection.

[@Talking_Comics]

Very valuable info here, definitely earned a like and I'm very much looking forward to the release of the playlist you mentioned

[@BrysComics]

It’s up! 👍

[@williamsantana6594]

Thank you for the information I appreciate it that was so knowledgeable.

[@marvelblackredandthunder2823]

Awesome detail on how to screening books. Thanks, man. Cheers.

[@brucecarter5520]

A great clip for us newbies who think we know everything! Thanks for the great tips!!!

[@camposgregd]

I've seen a few of your videos so far... Great video and good info to know. I am learning and gathering information as I haven't submitted to CGC yet as a longtime collector but with quite a few books that I have that are keys and definitely worth submitting. I don't know anything about pressing which is new to me and I will do more research on it. Thanks!

[@BrysComics]

Good luck! And thanks for watching

[@b917]

Thanks for the insight into the cgc world of comics!

[@zachbrobst9473]

This is exactly the video I've been waiting to see 🙌

[@jamesford5401]

I’m glad you did this video because I was just wondering to myself how would you grade a 9.8 and what comics would you submit to grade.Thanks again for a great video.

[@oliverortiz8507]

An excellent master class of a video. Such amazing growth on your part in this hobby and spec instructional video. Your channel has definitely become a cannot miss one.

[@BrysComics]

Thank you so much!

[@Kevtm10]

Great content sir! Thank you for all you do for the Comic book community!

[@joshuarogers8423]

Great video again! Always good information

[@davecironelibrarykid]

Great breakdown Bryan! New collectors get hyped so easily and then crash when the ROI is so low.

[@ratedrawr1411]

- Great stuff Bry, Definitely informative, Very well done vid!!!

[@lascruces-vh4oe]

Wow. Those Infamous/Invincible Iron Man books look great. Fantastic information today. I really appreciate it. Thanks for breaking it all down and fully explaining everything.

[@charlesstewart9508]

I appreciate the tips. Wasn't sure what to send from my collection.

[@jeffredenius6846]

Thank you, Bryan, great information.

[@justinholmes7028]

That bit about income tax was funny. Thank you for sharing some knowledge.

[@kylerjohnson6110]

Another great video! Super informative and visual

[@dronesaur4328]

I've spent several months finalizing what I want to send out for my first batch of 25 pre-screens. Finally confident in what I'm sending out (several Department of Truth variants, Eniac 1st print, Ms Marvel #12, Canto #1, Port of Earth #1, etc.). If all goes well, looking at a profit somewhere in the $2000-2500 range, all fees considered. Just need to wait for a few of them to come back from the presser 😀

[@BrysComics]

Atta boy!! That’s how it’s done!

[@rickderris5294]

Great point about people sending in trash to CGC. You're just increasing the wait times for EVERYONE. Yes, yes it's your money, but just think about the current wait times and if that particular book will be hot then (chances are it WON'T).

[@BrysComics]

Exactly!

[@boboleary6607]

been collecting forever and never slabbed a book. I know I need to do it with some of my dupes so I can sell and buy better books just haven't been able mentally to pull the trigger. This vid helped me I think!

[@kaiyab.6239]

This was a really good video, with a lot of great information. Thank you for doing these types of videos. It helps out the whole community.

[@BrysComics]

Thank you!

[@jthomascruz4890]

I agree with all your insights though I guess for some individuals they are looking more for a quicker flip while others are willing to sit on a book or books for years in anticipation of a spike.

[@BrysComics]

That’s a good point…

[@ryandunbar1961]

I can’t wait to get some of my comics graded. I have some that are super limited print

[@Kolectivz]

What's your number 1 comic to get graded?

[@ryandunbar1961]

@@Kolectivz my fathers copy of either the first appearance of Thor in journey into mystery or the first appearance of beta ray bill in mighty Thor 337. It I also got a few things of samurai of oz. not mainstream stuff but limited in copies.

[@Kolectivz]

I feel that I've been looking for 337 for so long. Not sure which ones of mine I should get graded tho.

[@flamarjr2000]

Your videos are always valuable. Ty!

[@geraldbracete3197]

Great content. Great stuff as always! Thanks.

[@andrewpayette621]

Thanks a lot for the info. It's been a lot of help.

[@christianrankin3345]

Thank you for the great information!!

[@canyoudigit6080]

Great video bry keep up the good work

[@danielkeith8218]

Can't wait to get ahold of some 9.8's to flip. Learning about CGC books is so much fun!

[@supapuffn8]

Another super helpful video, keeping us motivated and informed. I just need one last thing. Could you recommend a pressing machine? Id like to do my own quick presses but I dont know what do look for in a presser. Another youtuber said he didnt like his but didnt say why. Thanks in advance. Im looking forward to wrecking some books lol.

[@BrysComics]

Fancierstudios 15x15 on Amazon

[@MILESTONEStudio]

Thanks for the great video! I've been dying for a good "grading" video. More please. :) Keep up the good work, and stay safe, Papa Bear!

[@jkdashnaw4724]

This video is super informational, and honestly, very helpful! Thanks, dude, for another awesome video.

[@melissarosie366]

Just ordered my first bundle from your website- I’m stoked to get House of Slaughter 1 pack!

[@BrysComics]

Woot woot! 🙌💯

[@TheFcastle129]

As always awesome video Bry!!

[@raekist]

Great info and i'm actually in motion to buy clean & press equipment

[@BrysComics]

Do it! Let me know if you need tips…

[@Burtronic]

Evening Bry, thanks for the video, I’ve got some old Darkhorse Predator and Aliens #1’s I’m looking at getting graded, I think a couple could be high grade, but I think I’m more inclined to have it done as a means to permanently protect and preserve my collection favourites. Good video as I know at some point I’ll be selling some of my collection off.

[@BrysComics]

Good luck on the grades! 🤞

[@best9642]

Great video, I enjoyed the content you put together, it was the bomb.

[@bigpolishguy256]

Very informative and smart philosophy regarding what to slab.

[@thanhdiep4218]

Wow Great video! Lots of detail on how to look & identify defects for grading. I learned a lot on what to look for from all the examples. Will you ever be doing something like this for lower grades to mid grade books? I have a tough time evaluating the grades for low to mid. Thanks again.

[@BrysComics]

I don’t have a whole lot of expereince with those lol…hard enough to grade a 9.8

[@timaaae9626]

..another very informative vid. Keep it up Bry. Appreciate you content, effort, and topics. I make sure to not miss any. :)

[@BrysComics]

🙏🏻💯

[@soupyzz]

GREAT video! I have been wondering which ones to send in to CGC and which ones to sell raw. This is a great breakdown. Thank you!

[@My_Paper_Route]

I received my MOM set today, thanks for the quick shipping !

[@BrysComics]

🙌💯

[@justinandnova]

Perfect timing for this video Bry. I just got your order today LOL. As always thanks for the great info!

[@vintagegizmoscollection1282]

Thank you for the info as well

[@dexteranderson2122]

Thanks alot now I know the do's and don't's for grade my comics! Now my grandkids be set for life 😁😁

[@ottomasaya6226]

Very useful knowledge. Thanks!

[@DJ-jq3pm]

I love the 8th print cover of SIKTC.

[@slotapop4448]

Great video, learned a lot. Thanks