Jim Steranko IS actually that cool . I had my booth across from his for two days at a con and got two autographs from him . he was very interesting to talk to , not boring or egotistical at all imho.
For years Jack Kirby's wife signed his autographs for him. He also became older and his signatures changed over time. that makes it quite a challenge to authenticate but I took a 2 hour class on authenticating his signature and passed a test versus forgeries. It was eye opening.
I met stan lee three times. I had him sign my books on this inside instead of the cover. those books are very special to me and he told me some funny stories about writing some of them. THose are cherished moments
Sticky I really like your channel and videos, but I think you’re way off base on this one - I think you need some perspective. Life is short and difficult and collecting anything is inherently absurd. We do it for fun and to enjoy the feeling of being in that other world for a few moments. If a collector collects only coverless comics because that’s what he enjoys that’s awesome and we should celebrate it. If he collects only famous covers and never reads a single comic we should celebrate it. If he collects only signed books of creators that he loves but was never there in person for the signature we should celebrate it. If he wants to slab those books we should celebrate it….because it makes him happy and that’s how he wants to collect and that’s what brings him joy - and life is short, so we should celebrate it - that’s the message that we need in this hobby. 😁👍
I always wanted a Rob Liefeld sig on my new mutants 98 until I started watching him on whatnot. That guy is pushing 60 and still acts like a bratty kid if he doesn’t like some thing you say even if it’s with no ill intent
I personally collect autographs so I obviously strongly disagree. For me it’s about owning a piece of history and cementing a moment in time. I see signed Beatles vinyl and it gives me chills thinking about how huge they were and how much trouble someone must’ve gone through to get it signed and then I think about each of their lives and thier impact on not just music but people around the world and the fact that I can own a physical representation of that legacy. I see autographs like art in a way. They’re a short burst of expression of who the person is and owing that for me personally is really special. The fact that the person interacted with the item gives it life for me. I collect screen worn wardrobe too from films and shows and I swear some of these pieces have an aura to them.
I enjoy finding autographed books from before scribbling on the cover was a thing - generally on page 1 by the indicia. That says to me a fan got a book signed, which adds something to it. I like the history and little bit of provenance it adds. Also, photos are expensive. I decided against a photo with Stan and got his signature instead because there was a huge price difference.
I'm with you, since I've only sent to CBCS comic books that I had signed personally by celebs that I met. It's not cost-effective, but it does preserve a good memory that I have and like to show to friends and I get personal value out of that. I'll try the new CGC program, but I wonder if there's any discount for already-verified by JSA items.
I very much disagree. Many creators are so fun to talk to . Signatures from people who have passed. I don't care about pictures myself. You know signatures have been around for over 100 years? Signatures have always been collectable for fans. If you don't like it that's fine. I am thrilled about this.
One of my favorite “signatures” I have is a raggedy X-men book signed by Claremont. Was fun to hear about the issue and how he much he cared about the story. The man is a legend.
I think $25 is the same as the CBCS price. I get it why this is important. What if you have a Jack Kirby sig, or any other signature that preceded CGC? What I don't get is "grading" an autograph. That sounds absolutely ridiculous, but it's just going to be another thing to monetize.
I don't think signature books will go down in price, I think the regular yellow witnessed signatures will maintain there prices and will hold more value then a verified signature.
I have one CGC signature series comic which a jenny frison signed booked & I will be sending out one signed book to get graded which is a star trek comic I got signed by jess Bush who was a sweetheart in person
I’m with you on the buying of books with signatures unless you are there. Not a fan. I met and got a signature and picture with Ryan Ottley. One of the nicest guys ever, very quiet and shy but a really nice guy. Would like to meet you stickgoose, in a non silence of the lambs way.
Got a remarque and picture with Ottley as well. In future might consider this grading option. Don't think it's a bad decision. I then wanted to get it graded. But didn't wanna have to spend extra. I want him to add onto the blank as well, so that would be later down the line
So, you care about the stories these people create; enough to own and treasure the works they’ve created, but they are "people (you) don’t care about"? It’s amazing how much you can learn about a person when they leave comments without even thinking.
Couldn't agree more on the idea of sigs being worthless. Call me crazy, but my real collecting focus has been remarques, original artwork and sketch covers. My favorite experiences with artists have been briefly meeting them, setting up a remarque and seeing the result a few hours later. Someone purposefully (albeit for money) creating a little piece of art just for you is so satisfying.
I will get signatures to sell as inventory but for me if I am getting something to keep I at least need a sketch or something there for the signature to have extra meaning.
i have used James Spence authentication for years for sports stuff. Spence hasn't typically graded autographs, but PSA and Beckett has and a mickey mantle "10" carries a premium., but i won't be doing the same for comics. the market will establish the value. i have some interesting stories about auto authentication
IDK. While I don't personally value signatures, it is a pretty (sometimes seedy) established industry. I don't think the Signature series books will tumble, because those are witnessed sigs, versus the black label sigs. What does it add value wise? I doubt it would be an outrageous premium. Maybe 10%? Maybe just the $25. I guess we'll see how the market adjusts or if these black labels operate as competitors to the CBCS signatures.
I like most of your takes on the community and books but this video feels slightly off. I like getting my books graded with witnessed signatures and I don’t buy graded books with verified signatures so I understand what you are saying. I do think a signature is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it but overpricing is not healthy for the community.. with that said I got a my UF4 second print signed by Clayton Crain (Murda sig) at NYCC 22 witnessed and the whole process cost me $221 on the spot… if I sell that book, I would have to take the FMV+$221 and then my time getting that book done.. $400 minimum and I have a 9.6 that may be a 1 of 1 for now
My personal opinion has always been that signatures are for children so they have a keepsake from when meeting their heros much like it was for me when I was 9 or 10 and found myself standing opposite Kirby Puckett of MLB fame. He was turning down every adult asking for an autograph that day at the ballpark but was signing for all the kids watching batting practice. That's how it should be unless of course it's a 1 of 1 piece of art where it's always been that the artist signed their work. But hey I'm all for everyone standing in lines to get signatures at cons because I'll be in the bins pulling the best books while they're busy.
I laugh every time I see someone showing off their ugly azz Stan Lee signature where he places at WORST spot you can hardly see, and/or uses worst color sharpie against the wrong background, 😆😆😆
Regular original yellow label sigs will not be affected by this… Totally different. One witnessed, no question. One authenticated, which is impossible to do. Totally different, the new JSA books will not go for as much as the original. Who cares if the market is flooded with JSA’s, it won’t flood the original yellow labels. Two totally different things. I agree, it’s impossible for them to authenticate. I can make a perfect Todd Mcfarlane signature right now with my eyes closed. I also agree this JSA thing is just dumb and a waste of time / money. I won’t ever send one or buy one. Original yellow label or blue only for me!
Wild, they would go down this path when machines exist to create signatures. You could even sprinkle some Gen AI magic to make the signature appear unique. One video will destroy their credibility.
I’m already disappointed in Sticky Goose…and I haven’t met him in real life…
Jim Steranko IS actually that cool . I had my booth across from his for two days at a con and got two autographs from him . he was very interesting to talk to , not boring or egotistical at all imho.
Best signature, ever.
CGC is only doing this because they aren't making as much money as they once was.
Lol incorrect CGC was bought a few years ago by Black Stone investments which big investers include Jay-Z n Oprah they're growing the business
For years Jack Kirby's wife signed his autographs for him. He also became older and his signatures changed over time. that makes it quite a challenge to authenticate but I took a 2 hour class on authenticating his signature and passed a test versus forgeries. It was eye opening.
Steranko is only guy who checked Bob Kane for his arrogance.😎
*Slapped.
The biggest crime in the video is, how the hell did you ever like lebron?
Can’t wait to see the flood of Stan Lee and other deceased “newly discovered” books from vendors and flippers
I met stan lee three times. I had him sign my books on this inside instead of the cover. those books are very special to me and he told me some funny stories about writing some of them. THose are cherished moments
I tried getting Sticky to sign my “item.” Now I have to stay 50+ feet away.
Sticky I really like your channel and videos, but I think you’re way off base on this one - I think you need some perspective. Life is short and difficult and collecting anything is inherently absurd. We do it for fun and to enjoy the feeling of being in that other world for a few moments. If a collector collects only coverless comics because that’s what he enjoys that’s awesome and we should celebrate it. If he collects only famous covers and never reads a single comic we should celebrate it. If he collects only signed books of creators that he loves but was never there in person for the signature we should celebrate it. If he wants to slab those books we should celebrate it….because it makes him happy and that’s how he wants to collect and that’s what brings him joy - and life is short, so we should celebrate it - that’s the message that we need in this hobby. 😁👍
Let the wheels of nature roll.
"Save me from the people, who would save me from myself - they've got muscle for brains."
I always wanted a Rob Liefeld sig on my new mutants 98 until I started watching him on whatnot. That guy is pushing 60 and still acts like a bratty kid if he doesn’t like some thing you say even if it’s with no ill intent
The age old saying - never meet your idols/heroes.
I personally collect autographs so I obviously strongly disagree. For me it’s about owning a piece of history and cementing a moment in time. I see signed Beatles vinyl and it gives me chills thinking about how huge they were and how much trouble someone must’ve gone through to get it signed and then I think about each of their lives and thier impact on not just music but people around the world and the fact that I can own a physical representation of that legacy. I see autographs like art in a way. They’re a short burst of expression of who the person is and owing that for me personally is really special. The fact that the person interacted with the item gives it life for me. I collect screen worn wardrobe too from films and shows and I swear some of these pieces have an aura to them.
People have been collecting autographs, since long before comic books existed. It's not going anywhere soon. 👍
Indeed. Never meet your hero. The disappointment of finding out they too are human can be a huge let down.
Sounds like you considered yourself a subspecies till they let you down
@@kingtide1947 Troll much? Weirdo...
Pretty sure that Pawn Stars signature "expert" got the boot for screwing up.
Which one?
@@Geoffreydarcy-pv4mq Fk, I dunno.
I enjoy finding autographed books from before scribbling on the cover was a thing - generally on page 1 by the indicia. That says to me a fan got a book signed, which adds something to it. I like the history and little bit of provenance it adds. Also, photos are expensive. I decided against a photo with Stan and got his signature instead because there was a huge price difference.
Same with me,...."grading autographs, I do not care."
No way sticky goose is boring. Absolute blasphemy.
So if a person gets into comics and wants a Stan Lee signed book, but it was after Stan Lee passed… that does make sense to you? Oookay.
I'm with you, since I've only sent to CBCS comic books that I had signed personally by celebs that I met. It's not cost-effective, but it does preserve a good memory that I have and like to show to friends and I get personal value out of that. I'll try the new CGC program, but I wonder if there's any discount for already-verified by JSA items.
I very much disagree. Many creators are so fun to talk to . Signatures from people who have passed. I don't care about pictures myself. You know signatures have been around for over 100 years? Signatures have always been collectable for fans. If you don't like it that's fine. I am thrilled about this.
One of my favorite “signatures” I have is a raggedy X-men book signed by Claremont. Was fun to hear about the issue and how he much he cared about the story. The man is a legend.
When it comes to sports cards, many collectors prefer Beckett over JSA
I don't expect a lot of autographs to be approved too easy not to pass. JSA doesn't say the auto is nor real just they cant authenticate
I think $25 is the same as the CBCS price.
I get it why this is important. What if you have a Jack Kirby sig, or any other signature that preceded CGC?
What I don't get is "grading" an autograph. That sounds absolutely ridiculous, but it's just going to be another thing to monetize.
I don't think signature books will go down in price, I think the regular yellow witnessed signatures will maintain there prices and will hold more value then a verified signature.
I have one CGC signature series comic which a jenny frison signed booked & I will be sending out one signed book to get graded which is a star trek comic I got signed by jess Bush who was a sweetheart in person
I’m with you on the buying of books with signatures unless you are there. Not a fan. I met and got a signature and picture with Ryan Ottley. One of the nicest guys ever, very quiet and shy but a really nice guy.
Would like to meet you stickgoose, in a non silence of the lambs way.
Got a remarque and picture with Ottley as well. In future might consider this grading option. Don't think it's a bad decision. I then wanted to get it graded. But didn't wanna have to spend extra. I want him to add onto the blank as well, so that would be later down the line
Im not really happy with this bs that cgc is doing now i liked it better when i had to get an employee to witness the signature
Will CGC verify my sig on my AF15?
I never want my comics desecrated by signature s of people I don't care about.
So, you care about the stories these people create; enough to own and treasure the works they’ve created, but they are "people (you) don’t care about"?
It’s amazing how much you can learn about a person when they leave comments without even thinking.
Some people, are only in it for the money. JDK hits another home run. 👍
Stickygoose knows better than any expert authenticator. Really?
Couldn't agree more on the idea of sigs being worthless. Call me crazy, but my real collecting focus has been remarques, original artwork and sketch covers. My favorite experiences with artists have been briefly meeting them, setting up a remarque and seeing the result a few hours later. Someone purposefully (albeit for money) creating a little piece of art just for you is so satisfying.
I will get signatures to sell as inventory but for me if I am getting something to keep I at least need a sketch or something there for the signature to have extra meaning.
i have used James Spence authentication for years for sports stuff. Spence hasn't typically graded autographs, but PSA and Beckett has and a mickey mantle "10" carries a premium., but i won't be doing the same for comics. the market will establish the value. i have some interesting stories about auto authentication
Lebron Mao😂🤣😂
IDK. While I don't personally value signatures, it is a pretty (sometimes seedy) established industry. I don't think the Signature series books will tumble, because those are witnessed sigs, versus the black label sigs. What does it add value wise? I doubt it would be an outrageous premium. Maybe 10%? Maybe just the $25. I guess we'll see how the market adjusts or if these black labels operate as competitors to the CBCS signatures.
I like most of your takes on the community and books but this video feels slightly off. I like getting my books graded with witnessed signatures and I don’t buy graded books with verified signatures so I understand what you are saying. I do think a signature is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it but overpricing is not healthy for the community.. with that said I got a my UF4 second print signed by Clayton Crain (Murda sig) at NYCC 22 witnessed and the whole process cost me $221 on the spot… if I sell that book, I would have to take the FMV+$221 and then my time getting that book done.. $400 minimum and I have a 9.6 that may be a 1 of 1 for now
Another part of the cgc scam 😂
Can't even get the title right, wtf is CCG?
How much? LOL.
My personal opinion has always been that signatures are for children so they have a keepsake from when meeting their heros much like it was for me when I was 9 or 10 and found myself standing opposite Kirby Puckett of MLB fame. He was turning down every adult asking for an autograph that day at the ballpark but was signing for all the kids watching batting practice. That's how it should be unless of course it's a 1 of 1 piece of art where it's always been that the artist signed their work. But hey I'm all for everyone standing in lines to get signatures at cons because I'll be in the bins pulling the best books while they're busy.
looks like a money grab to me. not interested (and I collect slabs)
I don’t care that you don’t care
I laugh every time I see someone showing off their ugly azz Stan Lee signature where he places at WORST spot you can hardly see, and/or uses worst color sharpie against the wrong background, 😆😆😆
Regular original yellow label sigs will not be affected by this… Totally different. One witnessed, no question. One authenticated, which is impossible to do. Totally different, the new JSA books will not go for as much as the original. Who cares if the market is flooded with JSA’s, it won’t flood the original yellow labels. Two totally different things. I agree, it’s impossible for them to authenticate. I can make a perfect Todd Mcfarlane signature right now with my eyes closed. I also agree this JSA thing is just dumb and a waste of time / money. I won’t ever send one or buy one. Original yellow label or blue only for me!
Couldn't agree more. More often, the artist ruins the artwork on the cover.
I don't care either. To me, an autograph is just a blemish on my beautiful pristine 9.8 comic. It's for simps.
Wild, they would go down this path when machines exist to create signatures. You could even sprinkle some Gen AI magic to make the signature appear unique. One video will destroy their credibility.
hey SG, agree with you on this one, sent you gmail about Warrior 1, let me know if you got it!