I opened my ASM 29 to attempt it. After trying with one pass with the cotton ball I could feel my hand get sweaty out of anxiety. I stopped and put the comic back in the bag HAHAHAHA.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
lol oohhhhh no!!!
@malynniez28552 жыл бұрын
ya wearing white cotton gloves would help
@David-xf2uh3 жыл бұрын
I never use a pink eraser on a comic book surface. A pink eraser can leave pink residue. The only thing a pink eraser pencil should be used for on a comic is to hold a small piece of Mr. Clean Magic Eraser firmly. Use on covers with a backer board under them (to prevent dents) and then only on the white areas. When you use a white rubber erasers directly on a book, rub gently as it will remove gloss as well as dirt. Instead of a cotton wad/ball, you can use a Swiffer pad firmly if desired for superficial dirt removal. After dry cleaning it, (all but modern) books need to be humidified or the prospect of it reverting to it's original bent up state is often inevitable!
@mattronimus4 жыл бұрын
Nobody ever shows the damn results...I got comic book blue balls lol
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
hahahaha I have to get a better video editor in order to put two videos together as one.
@xordoom84673 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture If you have Windows 10 just use the Video Editor thats built in for free, its not the greatest thing in the world but it works for making or joining simple videos such as this.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@xordoom8467 The Dell I have doesn't have a built in video editor. My old HP w/ Windows 10 did and that program was sweet for a free program.
@nado95093 жыл бұрын
The ads on the back of the comics never been so accurate
@mattstaj36323 жыл бұрын
I always use a gum eraser... I noticed some books when cleaning loses gloss while others don't. I would recommend trying a small corner on the back of a book first to see what happens. Thanks! Take care!
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Gum erasers are absolutely my go to!
@jamesskeffingtonii64574 жыл бұрын
you need to get yourself a tripod my friend!
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I actually have one. The problem is that the way my desk is positioned, it's hard to keep the camera in a placement that would capture it good.
@jonathanencarnacion81843 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Learned a few new things. When using an eraser, I like using either the white or black Staedtler erasers. They tend to work quite well, and with the white you can see when 'gunk' is building up on it: when too much has built up, you can just run it over a scrap piece of paper to clean it off so it the grime doesn't transfer to your next clean.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I do have a small white art eraser that I'll use from time to time.
@jonathanencarnacion81843 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture awesome - recently I've tried another tip from youtube. Not sure if you've seen the channel by "eta nick." He used a Dry Cleaning Sponge - time consuming, but I've found it works well for more fragile corners.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@jonathanencarnacion8184 Ah yeah! I've seen a few folks using one of those. I've been meaning to get my hands on one!
@darthsneaky4 жыл бұрын
Great video! Beautiful book! I would like to get a press someday. Cant wait to see how your book comes out.
@thepewbroswreeo51262 жыл бұрын
Thank You Jerome!
@KollectingKaos4 жыл бұрын
Interesting techniques, I have never used cotton balls, might give it a try though, I do however go over comics lightly with a microfibre cloth before I start cleaning just to get off the loose surface dust. A cork backed ruler is a good way to hold down the comic while you work as well. I don't like the pink erasers, I tried them years ago and was just not happy with their consistency, so I use a combination of white erasers, dry magic erasers, and other dirt removal items, I am going to try the cotton balls though as it seemed to me that it brightened up the colors a little. I was a little surprised that you don't let your comics sit in a humidity bath before pressing, (that would be letting them sit on a raised surface in a tub with about an inch of water in the bottom sealed so that the water doesn't evaporate, this allows the paper to absorb a little of the moisture before applying heat to it and keeps the comic from drying out during the pressing process, as I recall Regie Simmons has a pretty good video on it). In any case thanks for showing us how you do your cleaning and pressing and I do hope that you are able to acquire the type of press that you want very soon.
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I'll have to try to microfibre for sure! As for the humidity bath, I have contemplated that for years now. Maybe when I upgrade my press I'll finally knock that out as well.
@MetalBum Жыл бұрын
Such great advice thanks
@jayblack74953 жыл бұрын
In terms of getting a soft even press to address spine dents that have yet to become white lines into the artwork you can use a white comic book backer from a typical bagged comic, place the glossier (smooth) side facing the artwork, place a single layer of cloth down over the backer covering the area you're going to press (even one layer of a cotton T-shirt will do.) Then, flip a large table-spoon upside down so your the MB fits nicely in the inverted side. Use your thumb to put mild pressure down on the area you need to smooth. The backer will help spread the pressure evenly, displacing any direct depressions. Likewise, the layer of cloth will soften the pressure as well. Rub the convex side of the spoon against the fabric slowly up and down across the problem area. With the backer between the comic face and the fabric, you should be able to avoid doing any residual damage to the cover's gloss or the ink as you address those dents before they become dreaded creases marring the artwork on your beloved collectible. As always, go slow, go soft; keep checking your progress as you go. It's not a race. Sometimes, the difference between a CGC 8 & a CGC 9 comes down to your level of patience and care. Be patient & good luck...
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Love this! Thanks for sharing, Jay!
@A1Authority4 жыл бұрын
May I suggest experimenting with an artist tool called a gum eraser? Purchased at any college, art or possibly architectural drawing/blueprint business. Just an idea.
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I usually use a gum eraser. Definitely my number one choice. I do pencil art so I usually have a few on hand, but I think my son might have hijacked them lol.
@etpicci59152 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture: Rotring B20 is also great, as it's used in technical drawing to erase pencil signs and NOT ink: used very lightly it can remove dirt on the cover in the colored areas without substantial loss of color.
@crackerjackrappr3 жыл бұрын
I just use my fingers and continuously pressed the dent until it gets worse. Presto!
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
lollll
@hermanlopez29452 жыл бұрын
Never knew you could do that, great tips
@Anthony-knows-little2 жыл бұрын
if you still have the broken bolt problem on your press, just use a drill and drill out the old bolt, and put a new one in.
@oldcomiccollector82284 жыл бұрын
Nice Chris, look forward to the updated vid 😉 Just started pressing & cleaning myself in 🇬🇧 so looking for all the tips I can get 👍
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! I am uploading a video now about my new press, but it's not a "how to" video. It's a "what presses to NOT buy" video. Lol.
@epicestate2 жыл бұрын
Dope video bro thanks for the lesson! Very good stuff
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@nerdyfather88974 жыл бұрын
Hey man great video! I also have a few videos on pressing and cleaning I've never heard of using a cotton ball definitely going to give it a try though !!
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Nice! I'll have to check those out! Yeah, cotton balls are really basic but definitely do a good job at some clean up.
@Luisramirez_5044 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing
@mattronimus4 жыл бұрын
Tap the bolt out with screwdriver and hammer. Make sure you realese any pressure on the bolt ( Not sure if there's any Springs or tension involved)
@mattronimus4 жыл бұрын
Make sure you backup the arm somehow so you don't knock everything out of position.
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I tried that like crazy but the problem is that it's not a real bolt in there. it's a piece that was welded on both sides, and what looks like the small end of a bolt, actually has a lip on it still.
@mattronimus4 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture ...probably either need a grinder or drill it out....( I'm a carpenter btw )
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Drill!! Yes! Lol why didn't I think of that???
@BSchnurr3 жыл бұрын
That cleared up some questions. Thanks man
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Sweeet!!!!
@BSchnurr3 жыл бұрын
..... I got over excited and ripped a little of the corner on the back but the front looks GREAT
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@BSchnurr Crap!!! ouch! Man, trial and error is real! I always try to practice on crap books before doing any important books.
@ritualdelo3 жыл бұрын
Buy Moo erasers super soft and Pentel for tough marks... Also using a softer eraser will keep the gloss intact .... To remove the eraser residue I like to use a soft hair cylindrical record player cleaning brush
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Ah Moo erasers!! Yes! Thanks for sharing your tips!
@ritualdelo3 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture keep up the great content very few you tubers are bold enough to call out the industry ... I appreciate your honesty
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@ritualdelo I appreciate the support!
@eswade14 жыл бұрын
KZfaq how to take the bolt out so you can repair the press. Should be pretty straightforward
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the suggestion, but yeah, not much online regarding this press. It's a generic 'made in China' press, and the piece stuck in isn't actually a bolt. I forget the technical name for it, but I'd probably have to get a drill bit and drill it out at some point.
@mattronimus4 жыл бұрын
You stick something like a screwdriver through the broken side and tap the bolt out with a hammer
@rubenrivera27513 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro for the great content
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the support!
@arohila3 жыл бұрын
Love this, thanks for putting it up. Anything you can do for blunt corners?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! As for blunted corners, not really much you can do. Sometimes corners seem blunted down but haven't lost any paper, and you may be able to smooth out any curled over parts, but blunted usually means worn down and ultimately rounded. The only thing that would help there is if you trimmed the book, which I wouldn't recommend doing.
@blackoutcomics8273 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Of course!
@A1Authority4 жыл бұрын
Since heat is one of the main things that destroys comics, isn't it a better idea to attempt relying entirely on weight over long periods of time?
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! That's why with most presses, you only need the heat for a minute or two. The heat on this machine is garbage.
@MakThaNife3 жыл бұрын
Could you post a link to the type of gum eraser you like to use? There is such a variety on Amazon, not sure which would be the best.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Honestly the ones I get are probably generic lol. They come in the 5 dollar art packs at Michael's. I'd just go with a cheap one and try it out if you're buying online.
@derickmuir17003 жыл бұрын
Can you send me the link to the follow up video?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
I didn't do a video showing the pressing results of this books specifically, but I do have other pressing result videos. Check my "Tips for Comic Collectors" playlist.
@derickmuir17003 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture I thought you said you would show the results on that one book?
@MrBullitt19992 жыл бұрын
Is there a way to get rid of yellow faded stain around the side staples?
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
There are some techniques that people use that involve really harsh chemicals. I personally stay far away from it.
@MrBullitt19992 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture Cool. Thank you for replying.
@smey023 жыл бұрын
Jup nice...the only thing I need now, is that huge press, with which you are flexing on us 😅
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Lol check Amazon. There are some decent ones that are around $170.
@kenny_numbers3 жыл бұрын
I've got the exact same issue that needs to be cleaned.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Nice!!!
@derickmuir17003 жыл бұрын
Some other video said don’t put the paper on top of the staples?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Not sure exactly what you are referring to. Are you talking about when it goes in for a press?
@derickmuir17003 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture yes
@SICKMADE7022 жыл бұрын
It aeems to be you're just pressing the dirt on the comic with the cotton ball and making it wven harder to get it clean
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
Respectfully, that's not how it works. When you use a wash cloth to wash your face, are you pressing the dirty onto your face and making it even worse?
@ddave70263 жыл бұрын
Bro, find a little print shop local, and tell them you want it Backtrimmed. It takes off all those ragged edges leaves corners PERFECT.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
I would never trim my books. But that sounds like a good idea if you'd be into it.
@David-xf2uh3 жыл бұрын
If you trim a comic book, you can damage it irreparably. If you send it to CGC, it WILL come back with a restored/purple grade! NOT RECOMMENDED.
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@David-xf2uh Exactly. I would never trim a comic and I would hate for a comic that I purchased to have been trimmed.
@brotherb89333 жыл бұрын
So, are we going to just ignore how they predicted finishing high school at home on the back, which is really a thing nowadays with online learning?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
lol oh wow!
@spider-dude71722 жыл бұрын
Hello dig the videos and comics! Any update on a clamshell heat press to purchase under $200?
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! If you're just beginning and want something cheap, any generic one off of Amazon or eBay should suffice. I prefer clamshells for sure over the swing arms. If you get a 15x15, you can do two comics at once.
@spider-dude71722 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture I just got my new clam shell heat press today. The name of it is CRZDEAL 15x15. I did a quick press on a insignificant comic that was in decent shape. I was impressed it immediately showed results. I’m testing it on a ASM 361 tonight. I let you know what it looks like tomorrow. Wish me luck. I paid $129.99 on Amazon.
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
@@spider-dude7172 Sounds solid! Good luck!
@spider-dude71722 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture Hello names Dave by the way. About the 15x15 heat press. I was gonna let you know I’ve used it about 10 times now finally figured out how to adjust the pressure so I don’t have the whole machine pop-up like you were experiencing when you got your clamshell. I was able to watch some other videos and what I saw was get it tightened but not too tight and then lock in the place and that has worked for me personally very well.
@bigmikescomicsandtoys7623 жыл бұрын
Did you ever get a new press? Thanks for the video
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
I didn't. I was able to make some adjustments to the one, and I added stainless steel plates. It's been doing a decent job.
@symbiote074 жыл бұрын
What size & brand is this press?
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
It's 12x12. As for brand, it's a cheap generic press shipped from China that I bought on eBay.
@symbiote074 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture will a 12x9 press work?
@jbradley7033 жыл бұрын
I was wondering Chris where did you find your press from
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
I bought it off of Amazon. Just a generic clamshell. They usually do a decent job if you're on a budget.
@iezhraelmeza6823 Жыл бұрын
What size is your press I was thinking of getting one that’s 9x12 in but is that size sufficient?
@JernosComicsPopCulture Жыл бұрын
I would definitely spend a few more dollars and invest in a 15x15. You can press two books at once in a 15x15, and you can fix spine rolls in them.
@iezhraelmeza6823 Жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture thanks so much for the suggestion will definitely do that 🤝
@JernosComicsPopCulture Жыл бұрын
@@iezhraelmeza6823 For sure!
@hackinglife97103 жыл бұрын
How did it turn out?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Not too bad!
@nelvis_eats11924 жыл бұрын
when you say gum eraser , do you mean like a drafting eraser ? is softer better ?
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
It doesn't need to be a super soft gummy eraser, but I have harder erasers that are still considered "gum." So some drafting erasers would definitely work.
@jfdesignsinc.innovationsid1583 Жыл бұрын
Now before and after? What a drag
@emerybutler34683 жыл бұрын
You also need to find artist erasers
@nelvis_eats11924 жыл бұрын
omg , the black dots disappeared !
@derekbrickett2072 жыл бұрын
How do I send some comics to to get pressed?
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, at this time I only press for personal use.
@phantomoutsider64883 жыл бұрын
Can interior pages also be cleaned?
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
Yes! You definitely want to take a different approach if it's the news stock paper. You have to be mindful of the different texture and tread easily when applying any cleaning tool.
@adamsbeerblog12124 жыл бұрын
I have this same book. Classic silver age
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@adapedneau11144 жыл бұрын
How do you get water stains out of a book ???
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Good question! I believe water stains are very tough to mitigate. I've seen some die hard comic cleaners do some wonders with a few different techniques, but nothing on my level really reverses water stains.
@jonbishop90624 жыл бұрын
Was the first comic in a mylar bag and mylar archive?
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon. can you clarify what you are asking? Thanks.
@jonbishop90624 жыл бұрын
Jerno's Comics & Pop Culture the comic you cleaned. Was it stored in a poly bag with a board or a mylite bag.Or was the comic loose. What was it put in to protect it before you cleaned it. It looked like it may have been in something to tight at one time.
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
@@jonbishop9062 ah gotcha! I had it in a Mylar, but I've probably only owned the book for a good few years.
@jonbishop90624 жыл бұрын
Jerno's Comics & Pop Culture Mylar is the best. Sometime the comics are in to tight and it creates a indention along the edge or spine. Not spine roll though.
@thepixalking65892 жыл бұрын
Pink eraser CRINGE! Get a Magic Rub eraser.
@JernosComicsPopCulture2 жыл бұрын
Not all erasers are created equal. Just because it is pink, doesn't mean it doesn't do the job. It's about the quality. These pink erasers are smooth and leave no residue.
@TheTruth-do1te4 жыл бұрын
Pressing heat to comic books will brown the pages, and discolor it. Not a good ideal.
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 жыл бұрын
I hear your concern, but maybe you aren't too familiar with comic pressing? Pressing is used by professionals throughout the industry. There is no direct heat to the book either. I have been pressing books for years now and have never damaged a book, browned any pages, or seen any discoloring.
@aped33 жыл бұрын
How hard is it to find 9.8 comics printed before 1975 at a Low Price ???
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
That would be tough.. Also, what would you consider low price? And, are you looking for raw copies or already graded 9.8s?
@aped33 жыл бұрын
@@JernosComicsPopCulture Less than 100.00 $$$
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
@@aped3 Well keep in mind just because a book is from the early bronze age or the silver age, doesn't mean that it's worth hundreds or thousands of dollars. BUT, when you take into consideration that a 9.8 book from that era is pretty rare, that is going to drive the value up, so I would say even for your random common books from that era, it's probably going to be tough to find 9.8's for under 100, at least ones that are already slabbed and graded. I would just monitor eBay and see what you can find on there and watch how they are selling.
@tommyvan3837 Жыл бұрын
Please wear gloves 🧤
@JernosComicsPopCulture Жыл бұрын
Gloves allow for more room for damaging the comic. Thoroughly washing your hands prior to handing a book is the best handling option to make sure the comic is protected. This is why industry players, including CGC, do not wear gloves. If one wishes to wear gloves due to their comfort level, to each their own.
@mattmckenzie8743 жыл бұрын
yeah... thanks for making me watch a 20 minute video and not show the results
@JernosComicsPopCulture3 жыл бұрын
lol I didn't make you watch anything. I gave you the techniques to get results. If you want to see a pressing video with results, check this one out: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZsBjnKag09DIZ2w.html
@SomeGuy-fl1gz4 жыл бұрын
"Tutorl"
@strugl3snugle2454 ай бұрын
Too-Tour-Ee-Al not Tah-tour-al
@JernosComicsPopCulture4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the Google search. You are very close to God! Bless you!