Prized Comic Possession

Fugitoid Jones · 08-17-2010, 11:26 PM

What would you say is your prized possession in your TMNT comic collection?

Mine would have to be a first printing of TMNT vol. 1 issue 4 signed by Kev and Pete.
I remember years ago working for a short time at a comic store just sorting through the guy's comic boxes and organizing them. As I was looking through the boxes, I found a small box filled with issues of TMNT vol. 1 and Tales of the TMNT vol. 1 inside. I found that issue, issue 4, noticing a sticker on the jacket that said "signed by artists inside!" and asked the guy how much he wanted for it. The dude said "take it, it's yours." Each day I worked after that I'd choose an issue from the box and he'd let me take one till eventually he just sold the whole box to me for like 20 bucks. That's how I got most of my Mirage comics.
So not only is that comic the only one I've got signed by both Kev and Pete, but it brings back fond memories of working at that comic store, plus it's a great ish'.

*Powder* · 08-18-2010, 12:11 AM

I suppose mine would be my vol. 4 #1 first printing signed by Jim Lawson, Peter Laird & Michael Dooney. I won it in the art contest in 2001 so theres alot of nostalgia behind my reasoning. I had Dooney sign it at a con back in June so that made it even more special. Having all of the issue's contributors is great.

Ninja_Shoe_Repair · 08-18-2010, 02:32 AM

i've already got all the artists sigs on so much stuff that I really don't need them on any more comics. My prized is all my first printings for my raw collection and my massive CGC 9.8 TMNT collection.

collectormike · 08-18-2010, 05:07 AM

Well ive only got the one CGC 9.0 #1 3rd print signed by Kevin. I am however looking to finish the collection. =)

*Discogod* · 08-18-2010, 07:11 AM

Probably my vol.1 #'s 1-4 (1st printing), which I got for about £20 back around 1988-89.

Buffy · 08-18-2010, 08:23 AM

Mine would be the TPB 'shellshocked' signed (with sketches!) by Michael Dooney and Peter Laird.

*Powder* · 08-18-2010, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Buffy

Mine would be the TPB 'shellshocked' signed (with sketches!) by Michael Dooney and Peter Laird.

Oh yeah! That too! I've got a copy with a Dooney signature/sketch also.

DrVenkman · 08-18-2010, 12:55 PM

It's tough to choose. #2-10 CGC graded at 9.6 & #4 Misprint @ 9.6.

I'd have to say my #1 1st print (soon to be graded) second would be my #3 NYCC (also soon to be graded).

I have multiple sets of Vol.1 . Looking to unload one soon on ebay. #1-62 every one shot, variant, and extra print.

PAAATE · 08-18-2010, 02:27 PM

That would be my vol.1 #7, just because I reeeaaally wanted it, so I got to know the ending of the space-arc. And then I finally found a copy! =D

*DrSpengler* · 08-18-2010, 04:37 PM

Ya know, I'm not sure what my "prized" comic is.

I have a complete collection of... just about every Turtles comic in one form or another, but none of them are really rare or valuable. I tended to go for 2nd and 5th printings over first runs because I valued the bonus content over the scarcity or collector's value.

I suppose the rarist thing in my collection is my pretty much mint copy of the 1989 Tales of the TMNT trade paperback that I recently bought from Adam Winters (for a ridiculously awesome price). Those things are pretty hard to come by, as I understand it, and I got very lucky.

I don't think anything else in my collection is particularly "valuable". I have a few signed copies, but those were signed when I bought them so they don't really have any nostalgic or sentimental value. I didn't even notice Eastman had signed my copy of Gobbledygook (Vol. 2) #1 for, I dunno, two or three years.

pl212 · 08-18-2010, 05:11 PM

I would have to say Soul's Winter tpb, I have been searching for a while and finally got one.

**Venom** · 08-18-2010, 05:29 PM

I'm really proud of my Shell Shock since I hunted online for it for a couple of months before finding one in mint condition on eBay at a great price!

Other than that I've amassed a TON of books this year that has really rounded out my collection.

*Spitfire* · 08-18-2010, 06:58 PM

I own virtually everything, trades included. The most valuable stuff I have are probably my first prints of issues 2 and 3 and my volume 1 trades.

My most prized addition though is the 25th anni book Eastman sold at comi-con. I got everyone to sign it, even Stan Saki. I did miss Eric though from Image but that's alright. if I ever do a con again I might bring it.

*Ninjinister* · 08-18-2010, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

My most prized addition though is the 25th anni book Eastman sold at comi-con. I got everyone to sign it, even Stan Saki. I did miss Eric though from Image but that's alright. if I ever do a con again I might bring it.

Just nitpickin', but "Sakai". Saki is the dude with the metal and spikes.

*oldmanwinters* · 08-18-2010, 09:13 PM

I own the vast majority of TMNT publications, including a few harder-to-find items like Shell Shock, Collected Tales of the TMNT (1989), and first printings of issues #3, 4, and the Raphael Micro-Series. I'm really happy to own a full run of the Archie series as well, since the latter issues and specials can be hard to track down.

But, I suppose, my "most prized" comics might be the ones hardest to replace, such as my collection of Fleetway's UK Hero Turtles comics and my near complete run of Dengeki Comics' TMNT manga issues. Mind you, I'm not saying they are the best in terms of artistic and storytelling quality, but they are ridiculously hard to find, so I'm glad to own a nice lot.

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Originally Posted by DrSpengler

I suppose the rarist thing in my collection is my pretty much mint copy of the 1989 Tales of the TMNT trade paperback that I recently bought from Adam Winters (for a ridiculously awesome price). Those things are pretty hard to come by, as I understand it, and I got very lucky.

Glad that worked out to do that deal, Spengs! It sure was a handsome looking volume!

*plastroncafe* · 08-18-2010, 09:25 PM

Off the top of my head I'd have to say the Archie book I had signed at "TurtleCon". I was 14, it was my first con, and damn near everyone involved with the turtles was there at the time. Good times.

(Still wished I'd shelled out the $80 to buy Farley's Leo Bust straight from him. Oh well, hindsight...)

gbhq · 08-20-2010, 09:22 PM

i just had Dan Berger do a commission for me, and he had set me issues #65 and #69 of tales with his signature and head sketch on the covers for free i that that was amazing of him. I was especially happy about the tales #69 because it's one of my favorite stories.

*Spitfire* · 08-20-2010, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by gbhq

i just had Dan Berger do a commission for me, and he had set me issues #65 and #69 of tales with his signature and head sketch on the covers for free i that that was amazing of him. I was especially happy about the tales #69 because it's one of my favorite stories.

How much did that commission run you? I've been wanting Dan to do one for me.

gbhq · 08-21-2010, 06:04 PM

i think it was $50.00 for one character on a 9x12

Archon_Turtle · 08-21-2010, 09:47 PM

I'd have to say my copies of Gobbledygook #1 and #2.

While I have a couple items are are arguably more rare than these books, these particular books were personal gifts from Kevin; making them very special to me. Also, the first issue is the only known authentic misprint (several pages were printed twice).

08-18-2010, 12:55 PM	#8
DrVenkman Foot Soldier Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 233	It's tough to choose. #2-10 CGC graded at 9.6 & #4 Misprint @ 9.6. I'd have to say my #1 1st print (soon to be graded) second would be my #3 NYCC (also soon to be graded). I have multiple sets of Vol.1 . Looking to unload one soon on ebay. #1-62 every one shot, variant, and extra print. Last edited by DrVenkman; 08-18-2010 at 01:08 PM.

08-18-2010, 02:27 PM	#9
PAAATE Stone Warrior Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Sweden Posts: 993	That would be my vol.1 #7, just because I reeeaaally wanted it, so I got to know the ending of the space-arc. And then I finally found a copy! =D __________________ I'm a member. I forgot about it, so now I'm a remember.

08-18-2010, 05:29 PM	#12
Venom Space Knight Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,635	I'm really proud of my Shell Shock since I hunted online for it for a couple of months before finding one in mint condition on eBay at a great price! Other than that I've amassed a TON of books this year that has really rounded out my collection. Last edited by Venom; 08-18-2010 at 07:33 PM.

08-18-2010, 06:58 PM	#13
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	I own virtually everything, trades included. The most valuable stuff I have are probably my first prints of issues 2 and 3 and my volume 1 trades. My most prized addition though is the 25th anni book Eastman sold at comi-con. I got everyone to sign it, even Stan Saki. I did miss Eric though from Image but that's alright. if I ever do a con again I might bring it. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

08-17-2010, 11:26 PM	#1
Fugitoid Jones Stone Warrior Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: D'hoonib, VT Posts: 886	Prized Comic Possession What would you say is your prized possession in your TMNT comic collection? Mine would have to be a first printing of TMNT vol. 1 issue 4 signed by Kev and Pete. I remember years ago working for a short time at a comic store just sorting through the guy's comic boxes and organizing them. As I was looking through the boxes, I found a small box filled with issues of TMNT vol. 1 and Tales of the TMNT vol. 1 inside. I found that issue, issue 4, noticing a sticker on the jacket that said "signed by artists inside!" and asked the guy how much he wanted for it. The dude said "take it, it's yours." Each day I worked after that I'd choose an issue from the box and he'd let me take one till eventually he just sold the whole box to me for like 20 bucks. That's how I got most of my Mirage comics. So not only is that comic the only one I've got signed by both Kev and Pete, but it brings back fond memories of working at that comic store, plus it's a great ish'. __________________ "You are right, I have always known about man. From the evidence, I believe his wisdom must walk hand and hand with his idiocy. His emotions must rule his brain. He must be a warlike creature who gives battle to everything around him, even himself." -Dr. Zaius

08-18-2010, 12:11 AM	#2
Powder 40 Years of TMNT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Shell-Ri-La Posts: 26,945	I suppose mine would be my vol. 4 #1 first printing signed by Jim Lawson, Peter Laird & Michael Dooney. I won it in the art contest in 2001 so theres alot of nostalgia behind my reasoning. I had Dooney sign it at a con back in June so that made it even more special. Having all of the issue's contributors is great.

08-18-2010, 02:32 AM	#3
Ninja_Shoe_Repair Hench Mutant Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 291	i've already got all the artists sigs on so much stuff that I really don't need them on any more comics. My prized is all my first printings for my raw collection and my massive CGC 9.8 TMNT collection.

08-18-2010, 05:07 AM	#4
collectormike Thug Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 70	Well ive only got the one CGC 9.0 #1 3rd print signed by Kevin. I am however looking to finish the collection. =) __________________

08-18-2010, 07:11 AM	#5
Discogod Resolutely Analogue. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Birmingham, UK Posts: 1,707	Probably my vol.1 #'s 1-4 (1st printing), which I got for about £20 back around 1988-89.

08-18-2010, 08:23 AM	#6
Buffy Mad Scientist Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: where am I? Posts: 1,472	Mine would be the TPB 'shellshocked' signed (with sketches!) by Michael Dooney and Peter Laird. __________________ Forgiveness is divine, but never pay full price for late pizza.

08-18-2010, 04:37 PM	#10
DrSpengler Foot Elite Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 4,842	Ya know, I'm not sure what my "prized" comic is. I have a complete collection of... just about every Turtles comic in one form or another, but none of them are really rare or valuable. I tended to go for 2nd and 5th printings over first runs because I valued the bonus content over the scarcity or collector's value. I suppose the rarist thing in my collection is my pretty much mint copy of the 1989 Tales of the TMNT trade paperback that I recently bought from Adam Winters (for a ridiculously awesome price). Those things are pretty hard to come by, as I understand it, and I got very lucky. I don't think anything else in my collection is particularly "valuable". I have a few signed copies, but those were signed when I bought them so they don't really have any nostalgic or sentimental value. I didn't even notice Eastman had signed my copy of Gobbledygook (Vol. 2) #1 for, I dunno, two or three years.

08-18-2010, 05:11 PM	#11
pl212 Stone Warrior Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 813	I would have to say Soul's Winter tpb, I have been searching for a while and finally got one.

08-20-2010, 09:22 PM	#17
gbhq Foot Soldier Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 167	i just had Dan Berger do a commission for me, and he had set me issues #65 and #69 of tales with his signature and head sketch on the covers for free i that that was amazing of him. I was especially happy about the tales #69 because it's one of my favorite stories.

08-21-2010, 06:04 PM	#19
gbhq Foot Soldier Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 167	i think it was $50.00 for one character on a 9x12

08-21-2010, 09:47 PM	#20
Archon_Turtle I'm SUPER into myself Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: California Posts: 4,667	I'd have to say my copies of Gobbledygook #1 and #2. While I have a couple items are are arguably more rare than these books, these particular books were personal gifts from Kevin; making them very special to me. Also, the first issue is the only known authentic misprint (several pages were printed twice).