Okay, so, I gotta tell you about this little project I dived into recently – collecting “King Comics Flash Gordon.” It wasn’t some big, planned thing, more like a trip down memory lane that got a bit out of hand, in the best way possible. It all started when I stumbled upon a box of old comics at a garage sale. There it was, a Flash Gordon comic, kinda worn but still awesome. I thought, “Why not?” and that was it, I was hooked.
First thing I did was hit up the internet, just browsing around to see what this Flash Gordon stuff was all about. I mean, I knew the name, but not much else. Turns out, this character has been around since the 1930s, starting in newspapers and then moving to comic books. And there’s this whole world around him, fighting Ming the Merciless and going on space adventures. Pretty cool, right?
So, I start looking for these comics. I quickly learned that the ones published by King Features Syndicate are a big deal. That’s when it became a bit more serious. I started checking out online comic shops, local stores, and even a few comic cons. It was like a treasure hunt. I found a couple of issues in decent condition, nothing too fancy, but good enough to start my collection. And the prices, man, they were all over the place! It’s crazy how much these things can vary in cost depending on their condition and rarity.
Here’s how I went about building my collection:
- Research: I spent a lot of time just reading about Flash Gordon’s history, the different series, and which issues were considered important. Some are priced higher, while others are pretty affordable.
- Condition Grading: I learned a bit about how comics are graded. It’s a whole system based on how well-preserved they are. This helped me decide what I was willing to pay for certain issues.
- Budgeting: I set a budget, ’cause it’s easy to get carried away. Some of these comics can be super expensive, especially the older and rarer ones.
- Hunting: I hit up comic book stores, online auctions, and even a couple of comic cons. It was a lot of looking around, comparing prices, and negotiating.
After a few months, I managed to get my hands on a decent number of the King Comics Flash Gordon series. Not a complete set, but a good chunk. And let me tell you, holding these comics, flipping through the pages, it’s like holding a piece of history. The artwork is amazing, the stories are wild, and it’s just a cool feeling knowing these have been around for so long.
It is important to remember that the value of a comic book is always changing. I will occasionally browse the web to see how much my collection is worth.
This whole thing turned out to be way more than just collecting. It was learning about the history of comics, meeting other collectors, and just having a blast. Plus, now I have this awesome collection that’s not just cool to look at, but also a reminder of the fun I had putting it all together.
The Future of My Collection
I’m definitely going to keep adding to my collection. There are still some key issues I’d love to find, like Flash Gordon #1 and #2, but those are tough to track down in great condition. And who knows, maybe one day I’ll have the whole set. But even if I don’t, I’m pretty happy with what I’ve got. It’s been a fun ride, and I’m excited to see where it goes next.
So, yeah, that’s my Flash Gordon story. It’s been a wild, fun, and kinda educational journey. And it all started with that one beat-up comic I found at a garage sale. Funny how things work out, huh?
