The eBay BS Game: Questionable items, Stephen King signatures, sellers

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Just in case you want one more opinion.....that is really bad.

Mulleins

[surly]

I don't feel good about this one (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-signed-The-Shining-Autograph-book-signature-/371376806079?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5677c858bf) and it looks like someone is going to pay a lot of money for it.

[carlosdetweiller]

I don't like this one (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-signed-The-Shining-Autograph-book-signature-/371376806079?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5677c858bf) and it looks like someone is going to pay a lot of money for it.

Agree.

[André Linoge]

Not sure this is the right forum for this, because it might not be "BS" but is this really what collectors are going to have to pay for PB Bachman 1sts now? http://www.ebay.com/itm/RAGE-THE-RUNNING-MAN-ROADWORK-THE-LONG-WALK-STEPHEN-KING-RICHARD-BACHMAN-RARE/171857719050?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D32299%26meid%3D8aacb88edde8434598d7e17ecb0f fa09%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2316 25599884 Has this always been the price?

Seems crazy, though I do know they're difficult to come by. I'd love to own any one of these, let alone all four. But I'm more curious to educate myself as a fledgling SK collector, than anything. Thanks all!

[tippy4]

I don't like this one (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-signed-The-Shining-Autograph-book-signature-/371376806079?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5677c858bf) and it looks like someone is going to pay a lot of money for it.

Agree.

I agree as well.

I have seen this style of forgery many times....probably all from the same forger.

[Br!an]

Not sure this is the right forum for this, because it might not be "BS" but is this really what collectors are going to have to pay for PB Bachman 1sts now? http://www.ebay.com/itm/RAGE-THE-RUNNING-MAN-ROADWORK-THE-LONG-WALK-STEPHEN-KING-RICHARD-BACHMAN-RARE/171857719050?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D32299%26meid%3D8aacb88edde8434598d7e17ecb0f fa09%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2316 25599884 Has this always been the price?

Seems crazy, though I do know they're difficult to come by. I'd love to own any one of these, let alone all four. But I'm more curious to educate myself as a fledgling SK collector, than anything. Thanks all!

There is a Collecting Questions thread that would have probably been better but no problem asking here.

A seller can ask whatever price they want. The fact that it is still available indicates that it is priced high. However these have been rocketing in price.

I missed out by twenty minutes on a near fine set sold by Bett's last year for $400. Now Rage is selling for $800.

[André Linoge]

Not sure this is the right forum for this, because it might not be "BS" but is this really what collectors are going to have to pay for PB Bachman 1sts now? http://www.ebay.com/itm/RAGE-THE-RUNNING-MAN-ROADWORK-THE-LONG-WALK-STEPHEN-KING-RICHARD-BACHMAN-RARE/171857719050?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D32299%26meid%3D8aacb88edde8434598d7e17ecb0f fa09%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D2316 25599884 Has this always been the price?

Seems crazy, though I do know they're difficult to come by. I'd love to own any one of these, let alone all four. But I'm more curious to educate myself as a fledgling SK collector, than anything. Thanks all!

There is a Collecting Questions thread that would have probably been better but no problem asking here.

A seller can ask whatever price they want. The fact that it is still available indicates that it is priced high. However these have been rocketing in price.

I missed out by twenty minutes on a near fine set sold by Bett's last year for $400. Now Rage is selling for $800.

Ahhhh, 10-4. Thanks for the knowledge!

Oh man...that Betts story. I almost wish you hadn't told me....I feel your pain. But hindsight is always 20/20, hahah.

[ke7285]

Thank's for the replies everyone, was at flea market picked up for a dollar thought looked suspect, also picked up a copy of Shadows 4 1st in decent shape.

[tippy4]

Anyone else bothered by this:

http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=&_ssn=watrskiergurl&hash=item58c99f515a&item=381339783514&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR10.TRC1.A0.H0.Xking. TRS1&_nkw=king&_sacat=0

Two books signed by King with a BLACK PEN at Finders Keepers Signing

[jsmcmullen92]

Anyone else bothered by this:

http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=&_ssn=watrskiergurl&hash=item58c99f515a&item=381339783514&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR10.TRC1.A0.H0.Xking. TRS1&_nkw=king&_sacat=0

Two books signed by King with a BLACK PEN at Finders Keepers Signing

For someone who supposedly went to the event they didn't even spell his name right in the description...

[Rahfa]

The "It" looks like a trace job.

I have no problem with the FK - but if I don't like one, I'm obviously not going to like the other!

[Br!an]

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[Joe315]

The "It" looks like a trace job.

I have no problem with the FK - but if I don't like one, I'm obviously not going to like the other!

Agree. Signatures look identical.

[burial]

How about this "signed" TGHLTG:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Signed-The-Girl-Who-Loved-Tom-Gordon-True-1st-ed-/391205085670?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5b15a3e1e6

It looks weird...

[jonp]

Terrible. Nope!

[Br!an]

thumbsdownsmall

[jhanic]

thumbsdownlarge

John

[idlewarnings]

The "It" looks like a trace job.

I have no problem with the FK - but if I don't like one, I'm obviously not going to like the other!

Agree. Signatures look identical.

Using black ink when a little research would show all the others signatures from that signing are in blue ink is just dumb. To reproduce two identical signatures and try to sell them as the same time is dumb and greedy.

[sharki69]

Good ? I do t think so but I may be wrong...

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/4353F6D0-D487-41EF-A29E-A83F65A57A2D.png (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/4353F6D0-D487-41EF-A29E-A83F65A57A2D.png.html)

[Randall Flagg]

I think it's legit.

[goheat]

Good ? I do t think so but I may be wrong...



Shac, I agree with Jerome that it is authentic.

[zelig]

Looking for some opinions on this signature. Thanks guys.

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c330/zelig7/A532BE38-1B1A-4AAC-9310-8A40E0C963B6.png_zpssmmrjtuu.jpeg

[Jimimck]

I'm gonna go out on a limb and say good. It looks like the messy versions we are starting to see in more recent signings.

If I turn out to be wrong I won't be too surprsied, but I think good at this stage.

[idlewarnings]

Looks good to me.

[TCCBodhi]

;) I don't think it looks good at all.....but..... where did you find this at? ;) Just kidding !

Good luck, I'm not an expert at identifying these, but looks very similar to the last few that I've gotten. Hope you get it for a reasonable price and that the background story of it checks out.

[Br!an]

I thinks it's probably good. It's very much like his recent sigs.

[killjoy72]

I think it looks good too.
I'd imagine most Mr. Mercedes sigs are done "on the go" at ball games and such and thus will look even more rough than those that we're typically used to seeing...

[Randall Flagg]

It looks crappie, but good.

[goheat]

Yes, Paul, that signature looks good to me as well! And on a HTF Mr. Mercedes!

[zelig]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Appreciate it.

[jhanic]

Good. Messy but good.

John

[Room 217 Caretaker]

This guy is selling garbage:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Shinning-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1977-Hard-Cover-Edition-/301704194607?hash=item463ef8aa2f

Also, check out the junk sold by him.

I really wish King would start putting his foot down and letting a team take control on removing these sellers.

Mulleins

[TCCBodhi]

Feel like I need a face mask and a round of anti-fungals just to look at that moldy piece of pulp. And is that a pasted $14.95 on the DJ?! Crazy.

[zelig]

Makes my skin crawl just looking at those pictures of The Shining.

[Br!an]

And people are bidding on it. :onfire:

[zelig]

Doesn't make sense. Unless the bidders are entirely uninformed, and think that it's super rare and/or they aren't the caliber of collector who would never dream of owning such a copy.

[sgc1999]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

[Room 217 Caretaker]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

This seller has sold forged copies in the past. If buyers would do a little research, these type of sellers would eventually become extinct. A long time ago, we could contact buyers and warn them. Ebay took that option away because sellers complained.

King has the ability to stop this. I will gladly take the job to help monitor this.

Mulleins

[Sir_Boomme]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

yeah... I think it's a pretty safe bet that someone is going to be disappointed when they find out that that isn't a real sig by King...

p

[Sir_Boomme]

just ended... and no...the winner - t****n doesn't stand for terry newsom

[T-Dogz_AK47]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

This seller has sold forged copies in the past. If buyers would do a little research, these type of sellers would eventually become extinct. A long time ago, we could contact buyers and warn them. Ebay took that option away because sellers complained.

King has the ability to stop this. I will gladly take the job to help monitor this.

Mulleins

I absolutely hate fraudsters and have declared war on this type of forgery. I would be honoured to help you monitor this, Ralph! We would make a great team, my friend! :thumbsup:


P.S. I reported the item too. A terrible fake!

[Roseannebarr]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

This was his/her reply when i told them the signature did not look like any of my signed books. not quite sure what he is saying.... translation please....

Dear greitz,

I by my books from good wills, garage sales, Auctions, library sales and other books show and sales and i have researched the signature but thet all all different. thanks for asking.
- pearwate

[T-Dogz_AK47]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

This was his/her reply when i told them the signature did not look like any of my signed books. not quite sure what he is saying.... translation please....

Dear greitz,

I by my books from good wills, garage sales, Auctions, library sales and other books show and sales and i have researched the signature but thet all all different. thanks for asking.
- pearwate

Wow! The seller's command of English is about as good as that fake signature. In a word, SHIT!!!! :doh:

[jhanic]

I don't think there will be any REAL action against these type of sellers until King's office gets involved, and I don't see that happening.

John

[Br!an]

appreciate anyone taking a second to report this. 30 bidders. I am the 1st to report. Hate to see this auction go through. additional report/reports may end this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/On-Writing-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-Excellent-Condition-/151765301270?hash=item2355eab816

This was his/her reply when i told them the signature did not look like any of my signed books. not quite sure what he is saying.... translation please....

Dear greitz,

I by my books from good wills, garage sales, Auctions, library sales and other books show and sales and i have researched the signature but thet all all different. thanks for asking.
- pearwate

I had to run that through Google Translate. It said, "I sell forged books."

[Br!an]

King has the ability to stop this.

Mulleins


I don't think there will be any REAL action against these type of sellers until King's office gets involved, and I don't see that happening.

John

King's office getting involved is exactly what would have to happen to stop this.

If these were being reported with Steve's authority they would be pulled immediately.

[sharki69]

Lol

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=400973337751&globalID=EBAY-US

UP FOR BID IS THIS RARE STEPHEN KING <THE EYES OF THE DRAGON> HARDCOVER BOOK. THIS IS A VERY UNIQUE EDTION BECAUSE OF THE SILVER PRINT ON THE SPINE OF THE DUST COVER. AS YOU CAN SEE I COMPARED TWO BOOKS SIDE TO SIDE. I AM SELLING THE ONE WITH THE SILVER PRINT. YES DUST COVER HAS SOME WEAR AND BOOK IS IN LIKE NEW CONDITION. YOU WILL NOT FIND ANOTHER LIKE THIS ON EBAY.

[redsoxfan565]

King's office can do something. They could register as a VERO Member and actively work to fight the fraud. However it seems like they don't have any intentions on doing that.

[jonp]

Lol

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=400973337751&globalID=EBAY-US

UP FOR BID IS THIS RARE STEPHEN KING <THE EYES OF THE DRAGON> HARDCOVER BOOK. THIS IS A VERY UNIQUE EDTION BECAUSE OF THE SILVER PRINT ON THE SPINE OF THE DUST COVER. AS YOU CAN SEE I COMPARED TWO BOOKS SIDE TO SIDE. I AM SELLING THE ONE WITH THE SILVER PRINT. YES DUST COVER HAS SOME WEAR AND BOOK IS IN LIKE NEW CONDITION. YOU WILL NOT FIND ANOTHER LIKE THIS ON EBAY.

Haha! Maybe I should leave a copy in the sun and obtain this most rare variant!

[Merlin1958]

This guy is selling garbage:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Shinning-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1977-Hard-Cover-Edition-/301704194607?hash=item463ef8aa2f

Also, check out the junk sold by him.

I really wish King would start putting his foot down and letting a team take control on removing these sellers.

Mulleins

I know what you mean, Ralph!!!!! Shit, I'd do it for a pound of Linser Tarts, but thats just me!!!!! LOL

[Room 217 Caretaker]

This guy is selling garbage:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Shinning-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1977-Hard-Cover-Edition-/301704194607?hash=item463ef8aa2f

Also, check out the junk sold by him.

I really wish King would start putting his foot down and letting a team take control on removing these sellers.

Mulleins


I know what you mean, Ralph!!!!! Shit, I'd do it for a pound of Linser Tarts, but thats just me!!!!! LOL

Ahhhhhhhhh!!!!! Rasberry "Linser Tarts" I would work for that.

On another board (name not to be mentioned) they put so much effort into discussing how to stop people selling King signed editions from events, they should really focus on removing forged copies being sold by criminals. Not just Ebay. The team should investigate any questionable signed copy brought to the appointed teams attention.

Mulleins

[Merlin1958]

Someone say, Linser? LOL

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Hey guys, what do you make of these? :unsure:


STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION-/190731558727?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c687c9f47)

Stephen-King-First-Edition-Signed-The-Shining-April-14th-1977 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-First-Edition-Signed-The-Shining-April-14th-1977/160624895548?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D29981%26meid%3Dead888be187847ff8a9946a1803d 1e71%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1907 31558727)

RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975/261964397067?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D29981%26meid%3Dc8b14a50210e49c29fb75f987e90 56c3%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1606 24895548)

[carlosdetweiller]

I think they are all good but the sig on The Shining is harder to see and I would like to see a closer larger photo.

Also on the 'Salem's Lot the seller states that it is a third state dj but since it is price clipped you can't be sure it is not from a much later printing (i.e. $14.95 for example).

[Roseannebarr]

Hey guys, what do you make of these? :unsure:


STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION-/190731558727?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c687c9f47)

Stephen-King-First-Edition-Signed-The-Shining-April-14th-1977 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-First-Edition-Signed-The-Shining-April-14th-1977/160624895548?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D29981%26meid%3Dead888be187847ff8a9946a1803d 1e71%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1907 31558727)

RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975/261964397067?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D29981%26meid%3Dc8b14a50210e49c29fb75f987e90 56c3%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1606 24895548)

I think they are expensive. :drool::drool:

[racerx45]

Hey guys, what do you make of these? :unsure:


STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-Salems-Lot-SIGNED-FIRST-EDITION-/190731558727?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c687c9f47)


Ex-Library book so I would say it’s over priced




RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-SIGNED-1ST-Salems-Lot-by-Stephen-King-HBDJ-1975/261964397067?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D29981%26meid%3Dc8b14a50210e49c29fb75f987e90 56c3%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D1606 24895548)

It looks like a book club dust jacket that was cut to look like a 3rd state DJ, so again overpriced.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

These two gems are from the same seller... They are both :emot-butt:

Stephen-King-Needful-Things-Signed-1991-1st-1st-Like-New (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Needful-Things-Signed-1991-1st-1st-Like-New-/231641963637?hash=item35eeefdc75)

1985-Stephen-King-Skeleton-Crew-Signed-First-Edition-Horror-Suspense-Thriller (http://www.ebay.com/itm/1985-Stephen-King-Skeleton-Crew-Signed-First-Edition-Horror-Suspense-Thriller-/231641878391?hash=item35eeee8f77)



In fact, I have just found some interesting "feedback" on this seller...

"Conducts criminal fraud on ebay. Deliberately describes low grade reproduction!"

Mmmm.... Classy! :thumbsup:

feedback.ebay.userid=georgiaantiques negative (http://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback2&userid=georgiaantiques&iid=-1&de=off&items=25&which=negative&interval=365&_trkparms=negative_365)

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Yes, this guy has been on my radar for a while. I really don't understand why King's camp won't step up on this.

All I need to help is a letter from King's attorney along with permission to use it. I know the behind the scenes procedure for working with EBay on it.

This garbage would become obsolete in 60 days.

Mulleins

[Merlin1958]

Yes, this guy has been on my radar for a while. I really don't understand why King's camp won't step up on this.

All I need to help is a letter from King's attorney along with permission to use it. I know the behind the scenes procedure for working with EBay on it.

This garbage would become obsolete in 60 days.

Mulleins

It may be contractual, Ralph. I'm sure he gives rights to S&S that are theirs to enforce or not with regard to recent publications. The older titles and signatures he may simply not care or want to appear to to overtly endorse their continued trade.

He's always seemed to me to be a "funny duck" in this regard, but that's just one man's opinion.

[Br!an]

King owns his signature. He could certainly issue a take down notice. It seems that, for whatever reason, he doesn't want to do so.

[Merlin1958]

King owns his signature. He could certainly issue a take down notice. It seems that, for whatever reason, he doesn't want to do so.

I probably didn't phrase that response quite the way I intended. I was trying to allude to more of a "focus of efforts" mandate than anything else and still being on the mend I should probably just STFU!!! LOL My response may have been mixed with a little Hydro-some stuff or other. Weeeeeee!!! :smile:

[T-Dogz_AK47]

I probably didn't phrase that response quite the way I intended. I was trying to allude to more of a "focus of efforts" mandate than anything else and still being on the mend I should probably just STFU!!! LOL My response may have been mixed with a little Hydro-some stuff or other. Weeeeeee!!! :smile:

LOL! :lol:

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Merlin1958 again".

Can someone give Bill, some rep points please? I have to "spread it around" a bit first... LOL! :unsure: :blush: :P :D

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I probably didn't phrase that response quite the way I intended. I was trying to allude to more of a "focus of efforts" mandate than anything else and still being on the mend I should probably just STFU!!! LOL My response may have been mixed with a little Hydro-some stuff or other. Weeeeeee!!! :smile:

LOL! :lol:

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Merlin1958 again".

Can someone give Bill, some rep points please? I have to "spread it around" a bit first... LOL! :unsure: :blush: :P :D

Haha....I got the same message.

[Br!an]

I gave him some love. :rose:

[The Library Policeman]

I gave him some love. :rose:



I just gave you some :)

[The Library Policeman]

And just gave Ralph some. :)

I need to spread it around before I can give it to Merlin and T Dogz again though. :(

[T-Dogz_AK47]

I probably didn't phrase that response quite the way I intended. I was trying to allude to more of a "focus of efforts" mandate than anything else and still being on the mend I should probably just STFU!!! LOL My response may have been mixed with a little Hydro-some stuff or other. Weeeeeee!!! :smile:

LOL! :lol:

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Merlin1958 again".

Can someone give Bill, some rep points please? I have to "spread it around" a bit first... LOL! :unsure: :blush: :P :D

Haha....I got the same message.


I gave him some love. :rose:


I just gave you some :)

And just gave Ralph some. :)

I need to spread it around before I can give it to Merlin and T Dogz again though. :(

Thanks guys, you all ROCK!!!! :couple:

Let's all go and spread some love around the forum, so we can then give Bill some rep... LOL! :grouphug:

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Thanks guys, you all ROCK!!!! :couple:

Let's all go and spread some love around the forum, so we can then give Bill some rep... LOL! :grouphug:

I have been spreading the love about and just received this message.... :panic:

"You have given out too much Reputation in the last 24 hours, try again later".

[Room 217 Caretaker]

I am feeling the love. I'm tired now.

[KingKorn]

I know there are a lot of certifying acronyms in the title of this listing, but that doesn't mean I don't question veracity of signatures myself. In fact, the more I see someone trying to convince me a sig is real, the more hesitant I become.

This one looks pretty good, but I just don't love it. Curious what the experts think?
STEPHEN KING - Signed Authentic NEEDFUL THINGS BOOK HC/DJ - GAI GA GLOBAL COA (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-Signed-Authentic-NEEDFUL-THINGS-BOOK-HC-DJ-GAI-GA-GLOBAL-COA-/121725804612?hash=item1c576c6044)

[jhanic]

I know there are a lot of certifying acronyms in the title of this listing, but that doesn't mean I don't question veracity of signatures myself. In fact, the more I see someone trying to convince me a sig is real, the more hesitant I become.

This one looks pretty good, but I just don't love it. Curious what the experts think?
STEPHEN KING - Signed Authentic NEEDFUL THINGS BOOK HC/DJ - GAI GA GLOBAL COA (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-Signed-Authentic-NEEDFUL-THINGS-BOOK-HC-DJ-GAI-GA-GLOBAL-COA-/121725804612?hash=item1c576c6044)

Even if the signature is good, the book has been defaced by the addition of the sticker on the right bottom of the title page. I'm not sure of the signature itself, though. The main problem I see is that it appears that the signature was signed by a different pen than the inscription.

John

[zelig]

I stay away the "COA" books. To me, it doesn't mean much. I'd rather spend my money on signed books from reputable sellers/dealers I know. And like John says, there's that sticker which is a deal breaker even if the signature is genuine.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Lol

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=400973337751&globalID=EBAY-US

UP FOR BID IS THIS RARE STEPHEN KING <THE EYES OF THE DRAGON> HARDCOVER BOOK. THIS IS A VERY UNIQUE EDTION BECAUSE OF THE SILVER PRINT ON THE SPINE OF THE DUST COVER. AS YOU CAN SEE I COMPARED TWO BOOKS SIDE TO SIDE. I AM SELLING THE ONE WITH THE SILVER PRINT. YES DUST COVER HAS SOME WEAR AND BOOK IS IN LIKE NEW CONDITION. YOU WILL NOT FIND ANOTHER LIKE THIS ON EBAY.

Haha! Maybe I should leave a copy in the sun and obtain this most rare variant!


I contacted the seller of this item and got a reply that stinks as much as his book!

This was my initial contact to the seller, bigdt94:



A silver print version of this book does not exist. What you have here, is a regular book that has become badly faded in the sun. It is neither rare or valuable.

Please amend your listing or I will be forced to contact eBay, as this item is not as described.

Regards,


I received the following response from bigdt94, 10 minutes ago...



Hi, i appreciate your professional opinion on sun fading. I did not know you were an expert on stars. I have a simple rule of thumb. If you do not like it don't look at it. Mind your own affairs and move on. I know what kind of product I have. This is not not sun fading. Bye

- bigdt94


My response to this pile of crap...



I am not an expert on stars. However, I AM an expert on Stephen King collectibles and the condition of books. I will not mind my own affairs, when it is clear YOU are attempting to mislead a potential buyer into thinking your sun faded worthless junk is valuable. Your attitude stinks as much as your wares. I will be in touch with eBay as previously advised.


The guy is complete scum! I think we should all contact eBay, to let them know what kind of rubbish this fool is peddling. If enough of us do this, his item will get pulled!

[tippy4]

What did you think the seller would say to you when you threatened him with a report to eBay in your first contact?

Did you expect him to to thank you?

You could have easily accomplished what you wanted to do without a threat.

If I had been on the receiving end of your emails, I would have responded much less pleasantly.

And do you really believe eBay is going to have their Research Team jump on this to validate your claim?

[sgc1999]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-23-63-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-NICE-/161788691079?hash=item25ab5b8287

[T-Dogz_AK47]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-23-63-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-NICE-/161788691079?hash=item25ab5b8287

Horrible fake!!! thumbsdownsmall

[tippy4]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-23-63-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-NICE-/161788691079?hash=item25ab5b8287

Every King signed book this seller is selling / has sold is a fake.

LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=king&rmvSB=true&_ssn=pearwate&hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR10.TRC0.A0.H0.Xking+ signed.TRS0&_nkw=king+signed&_sacat=0)

SOLD LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/pearwate/m.html?hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_from=R40&_sacat=0&rmvSB=true%7Ctrue&_nkw=king%20signed&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2046732.m1684)

[dnemec]

Those are soooooo bad.

[jhanic]

Yecchh!

John

[T-Dogz_AK47]

What did you think the seller would say to you when you threatened him with a report to eBay in your first contact?

Did you expect him to to thank you?

You could have easily accomplished what you wanted to do without a threat.

If I had been on the receiving end of your emails, I would have responded much less pleasantly.

And do you really believe eBay is going to have their Research Team jump on this to validate your claim?




http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-23-63-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-NICE-/161788691079?hash=item25ab5b8287

Every King signed book this seller is / has sold is a fake.

LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=king&rmvSB=true&_ssn=pearwate&hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR10.TRC0.A0.H0.Xking+ signed.TRS0&_nkw=king+signed&_sacat=0)

SOLD LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/pearwate/m.html?hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_from=R40&_sacat=0&rmvSB=true%7Ctrue&_nkw=king%20signed&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2046732.m1684)


I have a great idea, why don't you contact the seller and let him know your concerns and teach him the proper way to conduct trade on eBay? :idea:

But be careful not to threaten the seller with action from eBay though, you might upset him and get an unpleasant response! LOL! :lol:

That way you will be simultaneously educating me on how to correctly contact a dodgy seller!... How about that? :thumbsup:

Teach me, Obi-Wan!!!! :rolleyes:

[Rahfa]

What did you think the seller would say to you when you threatened him with a report to eBay in your first contact?

Did you expect him to to thank you?

You could have easily accomplished what you wanted to do without a threat.

If I had been on the receiving end of your emails, I would have responded much less pleasantly.

And do you really believe eBay is going to have their Research Team jump on this to validate your claim?

Yeah, but you wouldn't be on the receieving end - because you don't sell crap.

[tippy4]

What did you think the seller would say to you when you threatened him with a report to eBay in your first contact?

Did you expect him to to thank you?

You could have easily accomplished what you wanted to do without a threat.

If I had been on the receiving end of your emails, I would have responded much less pleasantly.

And do you really believe eBay is going to have their Research Team jump on this to validate your claim?




http://www.ebay.com/itm/11-23-63-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-NICE-/161788691079?hash=item25ab5b8287

Every King signed book this seller is / has sold is a fake.

LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=king&rmvSB=true&_ssn=pearwate&hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR10.TRC0.A0.H0.Xking+ signed.TRS0&_nkw=king+signed&_sacat=0)

SOLD LINK (http://www.ebay.com/sch/pearwate/m.html?hash=item25ab5b8287&item=161788691079&_from=R40&_sacat=0&rmvSB=true%7Ctrue&_nkw=king%20signed&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2046732.m1684)


I have a great idea, why don't you contact the seller and let him know your concerns and teach him the proper way to conduct trade on eBay? :idea:

But be careful not to threaten the seller with action from eBay though, you might upset him and get an unpleasant response! LOL! :lol:

That way you will be simultaneously educating me on how to correctly contact a dodgy seller!... How about that? :thumbsup:

Teach me, Obi-Wan!!!! :rolleyes:

Why would I or any person on this forum contact them?

He knows he is selling fakes....and does not need anyone to tell him that.

If you want to report the listing to eBay, feel free to do so.

[_PCC_]

Wow, what a scumbag.

[Randall Flagg]

I agree with tippy4. Take the time to report the item, but in most cases contacting the seller is a waste of time.

[Rahfa]

I don't know -

It's a waste of time if you're expecting the person to say "my God, you're right! I'll pull all my listings!"

But there's not really any harm in letting a bad seller know that people are watching and aware - giving somebody a reason to be a little paranoid isn't a bad thing, even if there's no concrete result.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

I don't know -

It's a waste of time if you're expecting the person to say "my God, you're right! I'll pull all my listings!"

But there's not really any harm in letting a bad seller know that people are watching and aware - giving somebody a reason to be a little paranoid isn't a bad thing, even if there's no concrete result.

This is exactly my thinking too! I know from the past, where a known seller of fake signatures has been mentioned on this thread, as many members as possible have contacted the seller to put the wind up them, and it worked a treat!

[goheat]

Jeez, I still can't believe most of these scumbag sellers have 100% positive feedback! Are there that many suckers? I've gotten a fake before :redface: , but most of these aren't even in the ballpark of looking realistic.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Jeez, I still can't believe most of these scumbag sellers have 100% positive feedback! Are there that many suckers? I've gotten a fake before :redface: , but most of these aren't even in the ballpark of looking realistic.

I heard a rumour that there is a fee that sellers can pay to eBay for their negative feedback to be removed. I don't know whether this is true, but it sounds very disturbing...

[amd013]

I agree with tippy4. Take the time to report the item, but in most cases contacting the seller is a waste of time.

I have contacted several sellers that are mistakenly listing either a BCE as a first edition, or who show number lines that indicate a later printing that this listings have errors in them. So far most if not all have thanked me for educating them on the number line, or pointing out their oversight. I think one reply was "Ooops, too late now", as there were already bids on it.

However, in each case it was sent as an FYI, not as a threat that they would be reported. I rarely check to see if there is any change in the listing though. I guess I should follow through.

[Randall Flagg]

Jeez, I still can't believe most of these scumbag sellers have 100% positive feedback! Are there that many suckers? I've gotten a fake before :redface: , but most of these aren't even in the ballpark of looking realistic.

I heard a rumour that there is a fee that sellers can pay to eBay for their negative feedback to be removed. I don't know whether this is true, but it sounds very disturbing...
That's the first I ever heard of such a thing. Without researching it, my gut says no.

[zelig]

I have no idea if that is true or not but I would very much doubt there is such a thing.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

This forgery is so shit, the seller couldn't even spell Stephen King's name correctly.... :doh:

STEPHEN-KING-DOLORES-CLAIBORNE-Edition-First-Pr-Signed-Rare-ed-1993 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-STEPHEN-KING-DOLORES-CLAIBORNE-Edition-First-Pr-Signed-Rare-ed-1993-/321830205489?hash=item4aee933831)

The seller is magicmuzaofart. A known forger and total scumbag, who I have reported several times for peddling shit on eBay. :angry:

Check out the other "signed" books magicmuzaofart currently has listed... They are all steaming turds! :emot-butt:


1st-1st-Stephen-King-Dreamcatcher-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-2001 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-Stephen-King-Dreamcatcher-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-2001-/321810485897?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aed665289)


1st-1st-STEPHEN-KING-GERALDS-GAME-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-1992 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-STEPHEN-KING-GERALDS-GAME-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-1992-/321818403462?hash=item4aeddf2286)


1st-1st-STEPHEN-KING-THE-TOMMYKNOCKERS-First-Edition-ed-Hardcover-Rare-1987 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-STEPHEN-KING-THE-TOMMYKNOCKERS-First-Edition-ed-Hardcover-Rare-1987-/221839055379?hash=item33a6a35a13)


1st-1st-Stephen-King-From-A-Buick-8-1st-Edition-First-Print-Rare-ed-2002 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-Stephen-King-From-A-Buick-8-1st-Edition-First-Print-Rare-ed-2002-/321810485894?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aed665286)


1st-1st-Stephen-King-ROSE-MADDER-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-1995 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1st-1st-Stephen-King-ROSE-MADDER-1st-Edition-First-Printing-Rare-ed-1995-/221839055565?hash=item33a6a35acd)

[frik]

There is a signature on a head page - origin unknown.

I guess this quote (found in his listings) is intended as a safeguard for sh*t -that-might-happen. :mad:

sk

[KingKorn]

What do you guys make of this one:
Wizard and Glass by Stephen King (1997 Signed First Edition) (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wizard-and-Glass-by-Stephen-King-1997-Signed-First-Edition-/261944628175?hash=item3cfd1dd3cf)

[divemaster]

What do you guys make of this one:
Wizard and Glass by Stephen King (1997 Signed First Edition) (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wizard-and-Glass-by-Stephen-King-1997-Signed-First-Edition-/261944628175?hash=item3cfd1dd3cf)

I do NOT like it.

[Merlin1958]

What do you guys make of this one:
Wizard and Glass by Stephen King (1997 Signed First Edition) (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wizard-and-Glass-by-Stephen-King-1997-Signed-First-Edition-/261944628175?hash=item3cfd1dd3cf)

I do NOT like it.


+ 1 Something off about it. I don't like that there is little or no break between his first and last name.

[Randall Flagg]

What do you guys make of this one:
Wizard and Glass by Stephen King (1997 Signed First Edition) (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wizard-and-Glass-by-Stephen-King-1997-Signed-First-Edition-/261944628175?hash=item3cfd1dd3cf)
The book is moisture damaged.
The signature pic doesn't provide size reference.
IMO opinion the sig is good.
Value for water damaged book (DTIV) 1st/1st with legit King sig:
$70

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Hesitations, pressure points, and squiggly lines.

Very Bad! Or is the picture zoomed in?

Mulleins

[Randall Flagg]

Hesitations, pressure points, and squiggly lines.

Very Bad! Or is the picture zoomed in?

Mulleins


Pointless. The book is water damaged. I think the sig pic is so close-up as to reveal normal ball point pen fluctuations.

Once the book is water damaged to that degree, trying to decide if a flat-signed, non-associated signature is legit becomes a waste of time.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Hesitations, pressure points, and squiggly lines.

Very Bad! Or is the picture zoomed in?

Mulleins


Pointless. The book is water damaged. I think the sig pic is so close-up as to reveal normal ball point pen fluctuations.

Once the book is water damaged to that degree, trying to decide if a flat-signed, non-associated signature is legit becomes a waste of time.

I can't argue with that. You are correct.

I'm just using the signature as a learning tool for my benefit. King must of really struggled with the pen compared to others I've zoomed in on.

Mulleins

[Room 217 Caretaker]

This guy sells garbage:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Dreamcatcher-Hardback-Signed-/121729982341?hash=item1c57ac1f85

All his auctions are suspect garbage.

Mulleins

[jhanic]

You're right, Ralph. Garbage.

John

[KingKorn]

Wow, this may have already been shown here, but because the audacity of this seller is so.... audacious, I can't help posting this link.

The seller has apparently been called out several times before on the veracity of this King signature, and so he/she explains with absurd detail how each letter of the sig is actually spot on. Meanwhile, just a glance at the picture reveals that the forger was clearly mid-seizure during this pathetic attempt at a forgery. Or maybe the seller's right and I should just have a closer look at the 'G'.....

Talisman signed by Stephen King (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Talisman-signed-by-Stephen-King-/252062915428?hash=item3ab01edb64)

[zelig]

Yikes. I guess some forgers take pride in their work and some don't. That one is definitely the latter.

[Merlin1958]

Oh, my, Lord!!!!!

I contacted the guy. His response....

Look douche, I'm not trying to screw anyone over, this is like I said in my disclaimer, my opinion, decide for yourself. So! You cant really do anything because of that disclaimer. And again, other than your suppose collection, what other expertise do you have? Just fuck off, if it is taken down, I'll keep reposting it, just to piss you off.

- aequitas-3241

Go get him, folks. I am!!!

[Merlin1958]

Follow up message. This guy is a psuedo-cop so be careful!!!! LOL

How do you fucking know this? Are you mother fucking jesus? I'm just trying to sell half my shit on here to make extra money. I've had this for a while, I posted it once and had someone, much more politely and less threatening, say he believed it was a forgery. So I researched, using as I said things I learned while obtaining a degree in criminal justice, so yea, I'm a lying swindler, with a police degree. I stated my findings, and asked people to think for themselves. Just piss off and worry about your own problems.

- aequitas-3241


Some folks!!! LOL LOL

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Oh, my, Lord!!!!!

I contacted the guy. His response....

Look douche, I'm not trying to screw anyone over, this is like I said in my disclaimer, my opinion, decide for yourself. So! You cant really do anything because of that disclaimer. And again, other than your suppose collection, what other expertise do you have? Just fuck off, if it is taken down, I'll keep reposting it, just to piss you off.

- aequitas-3241

Go get him, folks. I am!!!


It got taken down! LOL! :lol:

I'm going to watch this fool to see if he reposts it and if he does, then I will be on his case like a motherfucker "just to piss him off"! LOL! LOL! :nana:

[tippy4]

Oh, my, Lord!!!!!

I contacted the guy. His response....

Look douche, I'm not trying to screw anyone over, this is like I said in my disclaimer, my opinion, decide for yourself. So! You cant really do anything because of that disclaimer. And again, other than your suppose collection, what other expertise do you have? Just fuck off, if it is taken down, I'll keep reposting it, just to piss you off.

- aequitas-3241

Go get him, folks. I am!!!


It got taken down! LOL! :lol:

I'm going to watch this fool to see if he reposts it and if he does, then I will be on his case like a motherfucker "just to piss him off"! LOL! LOL! :nana:

The seller took it down...not eBay.

[amd013]

Oh, my, Lord!!!!!

I contacted the guy. His response....

Look douche, I'm not trying to screw anyone over, this is like I said in my disclaimer, my opinion, decide for yourself. So! You cant really do anything because of that disclaimer. And again, other than your suppose collection, what other expertise do you have? Just fuck off, if it is taken down, I'll keep reposting it, just to piss you off.

- aequitas-3241

Go get him, folks. I am!!!


It got taken down! LOL! :lol:

I'm going to watch this fool to see if he reposts it and if he does, then I will be on his case like a motherfucker "just to piss him off"! LOL! LOL! :nana:

The seller took it down...not eBay.

Its back up, with new starting bid price of 9.99, and BIN of $50. It also has this added comment:

"And despite my disclaimer, I still get threatening messages from hostile "experts" with nothing to to back up their claims other than harassment. To prove I am not attempting anything shady, the books is starting at exactly how much I paid, 3 years ago. "

I don't think it will sell, especially if anyone takes his advice and googles SK's signature and "decide for yourself". He has already planted enough doubt in anyone's mind.

[sharki69]

Oh, my, Lord!!!!!

I contacted the guy. His response....

Look douche, I'm not trying to screw anyone over, this is like I said in my disclaimer, my opinion, decide for yourself. So! You cant really do anything because of that disclaimer. And again, other than your suppose collection, what other expertise do you have? Just fuck off, if it is taken down, I'll keep reposting it, just to piss you off.

- aequitas-3241

Go get him, folks. I am!!!


It got taken down! LOL! :lol:

I'm going to watch this fool to see if he reposts it and if he does, then I will be on his case like a motherfucker "just to piss him off"! LOL! LOL! :nana:

The seller took it down...not eBay.

Its back up, with new starting bid price of 9.99, and BIN of $50. It also has this added comment:

"And despite my disclaimer, I still get threatening messages from hostile "experts" with nothing to to back up their claims other than harassment. To prove I am not attempting anything shady, the books is starting at exactly how much I paid, 3 years ago. "

I don't think it will sell, especially if anyone takes his advice and googles SK's signature and "decide for yourself". He has already planted enough doubt in anyone's mind.

Oh man, he is from Nashville ! I'm tempted to buy the book, get his address and give him a visit...

[Rahfa]

It probably accomplished what you wanted since with that 'disclaimer' I doubt people are going to line up to buy!

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

[sharki69]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

[jsmcmullen92]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

he has one bid on it.

[killjoy72]

Its back up, with new starting bid price of 9.99, and BIN of $50. It also has this added comment:

"And despite my disclaimer, I still get threatening messages from hostile "experts" with nothing to to back up their claims other than harassment. To prove I am not attempting anything shady, the books is starting at exactly how much I paid, 3 years ago. "

I don't think it will sell, especially if anyone takes his advice and googles SK's signature and "decide for yourself". He has already planted enough doubt in anyone's mind.

It has a bid already! :pullhair:

[jhanic]

"There's a sucker born every minute." Still true.

John

[Merlin1958]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

he has one bid on it.

Post a link? he just loves me!!! LOL I'm his, "Jesus"!!!

[jsmcmullen92]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

he has one bid on it.

Post a link? he just loves me!!! LOL I'm his, "Jesus"!!!

Talisman (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Talisman-signed-by-Stephen-King/252063397168?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D33099%26meid%3D53a6600accc34d1bb7552900783a e1ed%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D252 062915428)

[Merlin1958]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

he has one bid on it.

Post a link? he just loves me!!! LOL I'm his, "Jesus"!!!

Talisman (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Talisman-signed-by-Stephen-King/252063397168?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D33099%26meid%3D53a6600accc34d1bb7552900783a e1ed%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D252 062915428)


He's just going to LOVE me!!! LOL Should I send him a link to this thread for laughs?

[KingKorn]

How do you fucking know this? Are you mother fucking jesus? I'm just trying to sell half my shit on here to make extra money. I've had this for a while, I posted it once and had someone, much more politely and less threatening, say he believed it was a forgery. So I researched, using as I said things I learned while obtaining a degree in criminal justice, so yea, I'm a lying swindler, with a police degree. I stated my findings, and asked people to think for themselves. Just piss off and worry about your own problems.


Wow! Love it. Congratulations Merlin on being accused of such an outrageously wonderful thing. This is a testament to you, I'd say.

Really, what a sentence....



Are you mother fucking jesus?

[TCCBodhi]

[B]I'm just trying to sell half my shit on here to make extra money.

First of all, I'm not sure I want to imagine the scene of him dividing his shits in half (though there MAY be a market for this kind of thing). Secondly, disclaimer or no, I think the auction could then be disqualified as hazardous material/medical waste. :ninja:

[Merlin1958]

Remind me to stay on Sharki69's good side.

Mulleins

LOL..... Israeli special forces

he has one bid on it.

Post a link? he just loves me!!! LOL I'm his, "Jesus"!!!

Talisman (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Talisman-signed-by-Stephen-King/252063397168?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D33099%26meid%3D53a6600accc34d1bb7552900783a e1ed%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D10%26sd%3D252 062915428)


He's just going to LOVE me!!! LOL Should I send him a link to this thread for laughs?




How do you fucking know this? Are you mother fucking jesus? I'm just trying to sell half my shit on here to make extra money. I've had this for a while, I posted it once and had someone, much more politely and less threatening, say he believed it was a forgery. So I researched, using as I said things I learned while obtaining a degree in criminal justice, so yea, I'm a lying swindler, with a police degree. I stated my findings, and asked people to think for themselves. Just piss off and worry about your own problems.


Wow! Love it. Congratulations Merlin on being accused of such an outrageously wonderful thing. This is a testament to you, I'd say.

Really, what a sentence....



Are you mother fucking jesus?





[B]I'm just trying to sell half my shit on here to make extra money.

First of all, I'm not sure I want to imagine the scene of him dividing his shits in half (though there MAY be a market for this kind of thing). Secondly, disclaimer or no, I think the auction could then be disqualified as hazardous material/medical waste. :ninja:

He's not talking to me anymore. Guess I burst his bubble. LOL Can you imagine? He has police training (supposedly) and he did an analysis and still thinks it's a good signature!!! Bet he works for a CSI team somewhere and never can find the blood at the scene!! LOL

Last thing he sent me extorted the fact that some poor jerk actually bid $10 on it. He was vindicated!!! LOL Ebay...you just can't make idiots like this up in your wildest dreams. LOL LOL LOL

[Tommy]

I sent a little message of my own, I really hope he calls me mother fucking jesus cause that is awesome!

[T-Dogz_AK47]

I sent him a "very special" message too. LOL!

If he thinks that you're Jesus, he's gonna think that I am the devil when he reads my shit.... HAHAHAHA!!!!

[TCCBodhi]

I just plain reported it, no point in sending anything through to this troll.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEFKH9KzJEE

[Merlin1958]

very curious how he responds to others, I was very polite to him

[neo_trinity]

I generally don't go sorting through the general crap on eBay to single out a particular person (especially since a few weeks ago when one particular autograph hunter got very intense). As I was looking for The Colorado Kid to see if the paperback had any other signed copies, as I rarely see them, I came across this piece of garbage.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/STEPHEN-KING-signed-autographed-COLORADO-KID-book-REAL-OBTAINED-IN-PERSON-/221859512243?hash=item33a7db7fb3

The seller has a several other fine specimens that further cemented my belief that people will try anything to make a dollar, and unfortunately there are naive buyers out there that believe that they are getting something rare on eBay.

While I have quite a few signatures of Stephen over the years, I have yet to ever acquire one where he intentionally signed directly over his name on the book. I have several where he has put a pen stroke through his name (both Richard Bachman and Stephen King), but he signed below it afterwards.

Just my 2 cents.
Gerald

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Gerald

You are correct, it's garbage. I beleive my 5 year old granddaughter could do better with the signature.

Maybe, just maybe, the particular autograph hunter you mentioned would like to chime in on this seller. This seller is peddling garbage and hurting the autograph selling industry. I would think he would get angry. Maybe?

Mulleins

[neo_trinity]

Gerald

You are correct, it's garbage. I beleive my 5 year old granddaughter could do better with the signature.

Mulleins

I showed this to my little boy and he just tilted his head at an angle, moved his hand with his index finger back and forth, and repeated the phrase "No, No, No, No, No". It's too early to tell if he will take up the baton yet, but at least I will teach him to spot quality pieces out there. It's a good skill to have.

If your grand-daughter can do a better job, she should be able to get at least $550 or even $600 as some of his other pieces are priced that high.

Gerald

[zelig]

"There's a sucker born every minute." Still true.

John

Also seems like there's a forger born every minute too.

[Randall Flagg]

OUCH!
Finders Keepers Signed by: Stephen King 1st Edition, 1st Print 20015 Hard cover (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Finders-Keepers-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-20015-Hard-cover-/151790407176?hash=item235769ce08)

[Merlin1958]

OUCH!
Finders Keepers Signed by: Stephen King 1st Edition, 1st Print 20015 Hard cover (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Finders-Keepers-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-20015-Hard-cover-/151790407176?hash=item235769ce08)

Nice price!!! That signature looks real funky though.


Edit: Sorry, the 4pm site burp interrupted my post!!! LOL

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Bad signature. Also, he's a known seller of forged King books. As Jerome said.....OUCH! Stay away.

Mulleins

[zelig]

In this case, sh*t does mean sh*t.

[Merlin1958]

Bad signature. Also, he's a known seller of forged King books. As Jerome said.....OUCH! Stay away.

Mulleins

Yeah, that is what I was thinking as well.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Beware this listing. The seller is using a photo of mine of the S/L and Gift Edition of From A Buick 8. They probably don't even have the book themselves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-A-Buick-8-Cemetery-Dance-Gift-Edition-Stephen-King-/171903827942?hash=item2806443fe6

[TrueNorth]

I wasn't sure where to post this question....so here it is.
No doubt both King signatures are 100% legit. But if both are from 1999 why is one old King and one new King?
One thought is this was around the time of his accident. Any thoughts?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-New-Lieutenants-Rap-by-Stephen-King-Signed-Limited-Edition-1-500-/201413241277?hash=item2ee52a29bd

[divemaster]

Beware this listing. The seller is using a photo of mine of the S/L and Gift Edition of From A Buick 8. They probably don't even have the book themselves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-A-Buick-8-Cemetery-Dance-Gift-Edition-Stephen-King-/171903827942?hash=item2806443fe6
If he is hotlinkling the photo, you can replace the photo with one of a dog turd. It's a good way to teach people from stealing photos.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Beware this listing. The seller is using a photo of mine of the S/L and Gift Edition of From A Buick 8. They probably don't even have the book themselves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-A-Buick-8-Cemetery-Dance-Gift-Edition-Stephen-King-/171903827942?hash=item2806443fe6
If he is hotlinkling the photo, you can replace the photo with one of a dog turd. It's a good way to teach people from stealing photos.

That is an AWESOME idea!!!! :nana:

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Beware this listing. The seller is using a photo of mine of the S/L and Gift Edition of From A Buick 8. They probably don't even have the book themselves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-A-Buick-8-Cemetery-Dance-Gift-Edition-Stephen-King-/171903827942?hash=item2806443fe6
If he is hotlinkling the photo, you can replace the photo with one of a dog turd. It's a good way to teach people from stealing photos.

I reported it to ebay and he has now changed it for one of his own.

[jsweet]

Beware this listing. The seller is using a photo of mine of the S/L and Gift Edition of From A Buick 8. They probably don't even have the book themselves.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-A-Buick-8-Cemetery-Dance-Gift-Edition-Stephen-King-/171903827942?hash=item2806443fe6
If he is hotlinkling the photo, you can replace the photo with one of a dog turd. It's a good way to teach people from stealing photos.

I reported it to ebay and he has now changed it for one of his own.

That's interesting. I have had a seller from India copy my listing titles and photos multiple times and despite reporting it to eBay every time, have not been able to get eBay to pull down his listings. I don't know if they contacted him/her or not, but they haven't changed the listings. I probably need to start adding a watermark to my photos or something ...

[Merlin1958]

I wasn't sure where to post this question....so here it is.
No doubt both King signatures are 100% legit. But if both are from 1999 why is one old King and one new King?
One thought is this was around the time of his accident. Any thoughts?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-New-Lieutenants-Rap-by-Stephen-King-Signed-Limited-Edition-1-500-/201413241277?hash=item2ee52a29bd

He is a member here and has already displayed some truly wonderful items in his posts. Gerald, can be trusted and you can generally sure to get a great story behind the acquisition of these items.

[jsmcmullen92]

I agree 100% with Bill but I don't think you were questioning the authenticity but rather the style. If you look at the 98 legends sig it is a little off. So my .02 is that it was either an off day or just a little later signing.

[Merlin1958]

I agree 100% with Bill but I don't think you were questioning the authenticity but rather the style. If you look at the 98 legends sig it is a little off. So my .02 is that it was either an off day or just a little later signing.

You're probably spot on. I didn't think he was questioning the sig either. I just thought he would appreciate knowing who he was looking at and maybe seek out a few of his amazing posts. Be sure to get a look at the "Fantastic Four"!!! A set of 4 "Asbestos Firestarter" S/L's!!!!!

[TrueNorth]

I agree 100% with Bill but I don't think you were questioning the authenticity but rather the style. If you look at the 98 legends sig it is a little off. So my .02 is that it was either an off day or just a little later signing.

You're probably spot on. I didn't think he was questioning the sig either. I just thought he would appreciate knowing who he was looking at and maybe seek out a few of his amazing posts. Be sure to get a look at the "Fantastic Four"!!! A set of 4 "Asbestos Firestarter" S/L's!!!!!

Bill, I know who Gerald is, it wasn't about him.
It was about the way King's signature is so different. The Lieutenant's Rap looks vintage when TGWLTG looks current. Both being 1999 and his accident was in 1999 I was just asking if anyone had any thoughts.

[carlosdetweiller]

I'm not speaking to this particular auction but, yes, I have always thought that there was a definite change in the way King's signature looked after the accident.

[Merlin1958]

I agree 100% with Bill but I don't think you were questioning the authenticity but rather the style. If you look at the 98 legends sig it is a little off. So my .02 is that it was either an off day or just a little later signing.

You're probably spot on. I didn't think he was questioning the sig either. I just thought he would appreciate knowing who he was looking at and maybe seek out a few of his amazing posts. Be sure to get a look at the "Fantastic Four"!!! A set of 4 "Asbestos Firestarter" S/L's!!!!!

Bill, I know who Gerald is, it wasn't about him.
It was about the way King's signature is so different. The Lieutenant's Rap looks vintage when TGWLTG looks current. Both being 1999 and his accident was in 1999 I was just asking if anyone had any thoughts.


In that case, cry my pardon and please ignore my post in that respect. I have to admit I was motivated by an opportunity to draw attention to, Gerald's insightful and awesome posts in general. LOL I just LOVE reading his detailed stories and viewing his amazing items. He's my hero!!!

[Cwalker]

Has anyone seen this type of thing before? The book isn't signed, but a seperate detached card is? Just curious.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/131580101909?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[jhanic]

Has anyone seen this type of thing before? The book isn't signed, but a seperate detached card is? Just curious.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/131580101909?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

If legitimate, it's still WAY overpriced.

John

[carlosdetweiller]

Has anyone seen this type of thing before? The book isn't signed, but a seperate detached card is? Just curious.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/131580101909?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Sig doesn't look right to me. COA's (even from supposedly reputable autograph experts) are worthless. The members of this forum are much better authenticators of King's signature than the group at JSA. I think they spend most of their time weeding out the fake Mickey Mantle, et. al. autographs and probably don't see King examples that often.

[sharki69]

I'd this signature good ? Thanks

http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo111/sharki69/38F3171E-4859-4BE8-BADD-6A79759D1EDA.png (http://s367.photobucket.com/user/sharki69/media/38F3171E-4859-4BE8-BADD-6A79759D1EDA.png.html)

[tippy4]

Yes it is.

[webstar1000]

Agreed.

[jhanic]

I think so. Sloppy, but good.

John

[killjoy72]

^What they said.

[sharki69]

Yes it is.


Agreed.


I think so. Sloppy, but good.

John


^What they said.

You guys ROCK !!! thanks

[sharki69]

OUCH!
Finders Keepers Signed by: Stephen King 1st Edition, 1st Print 20015 Hard cover (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Finders-Keepers-Signed-by-Stephen-King-1st-Edition-1st-Print-20015-Hard-cover-/151790407176?hash=item235769ce08)

Sold for $142 - unreal

[Merlin1958]

Despite several folks reporting this item to ebay it's still alive and well with 11 hrs to go. What a prick this guy is to let it stand even though he knows its a fake. Standing on technicalities in his ridiculous description.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/252063397168?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT


Wish there was a way to warn the current bidder. That's $10+ he'll never see again. Of course, when he wins he can always use the book to start a fire that burns a copy of "Faithful"!!! LOL

[jhanic]

For $10 it's a good reading copy.

John

[Merlin1958]

For $10 it's a good reading copy.

John

Yeah, I just doubt that's what he had in mind when he bid on it. LOL

[AKC]

He is back......

http://www.ebay.com/itm/JUST-AFTER-SUNSET-SIGNED-BY-STEPHEN-KING-HC-DJ-1st-1st-/121742715525?hash=item1c586e6a85

Gotta' say, his shit signatures are very consistent auction-to-auction!

[herbertwest]

Despite several folks reporting this item to ebay it's still alive and well with 11 hrs to go. What a prick this guy is to let it stand even though he knows its a fake. Standing on technicalities in his ridiculous description.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/252063397168?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT


Wish there was a way to warn the current bidder. That's $10+ he'll never see again. Of course, when he wins he can always use the book to start a fire that burns a copy of "Faithful"!!! LOL

Hmmm


This is a signed copy of the Talisman, possibly by Stephen King. After a previous posting I recieved a message claiming it was a forgery, since then I have compared it to other examples of his signature and I see many similarities. I attempted to include photos of other examples of his signature, but ebay is too picky on photo size and a pain in the ass. So! Feel free to Google for images and compare for yourself.

This is MY personal analysis, I have had a course in handwriting analysis, however I am not an expert.

After checking examples of his signatures over the course of his career, you will notice how his signature varies regularly in his earlier works. He begins to develop multiple tells in his signature. The S and T and the K and G. The S,T, and K in this copy resemble many of his signatures, thoughout his career. The G could be argued as the most significant and obvious tell of his signature, which did not take form till mid career. If it is a forgery, I believe since the forger did well at matching the other tells in the signature, the G would have been the obvious letter to perfect to pass it off as legit considering the time taken to match the rest of it. Celebrities and authors are also sometimes known to alter signatures to make it harder for them to be sold. Lastly, human error. Most people rarely produce 2 consecutive matching signatures, especially during busy book signings. Once again, this is just my research, decide for yourself!

And despite my disclaimer, I still get threatening messages from hostile "experts" with nothing to to back up their claims other than harassment. To prove I am not attempting anything shady, the books is starting at exactly how much I paid, 3 years ago.

[jsmcmullen92]

Is this good?
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/sig7.jpg

[carlosdetweiller]

Yes. I think so.

[AKC]

Yep

[jsmcmullen92]

Sweet thanks guys picked it up last night just wanted to make sure I didn't make a stupid mistake :)

[Br!an]

For what it's worth I like it too.

[jsmcmullen92]

Thanks Brian I figured I wouldn't be able to get a signed Gunslinger for less than $1000... ever... so I picked up a paperback signed for $120. Now I can say I own a signed gunslinger :) I just don't have to mention it's paperback :wtf:

[webstar1000]

I would say thats good too! CCongrats!

[goheat]

Is this good?
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/sig7.jpg

Yes, I vote legitimate!

[jhanic]

Looks good to me too.

John

[zelig]

Thanks Brian I figured I wouldn't be able to get a signed Gunslinger for less than $1000... ever... so I picked up a paperback signed for $120. Now I can say I own a signed gunslinger :) I just don't have to mention it's paperback :wtf:

Congratulations!

[Jimimck]

What's the consensus on this sig? I'm leaning towards no.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=191676671088&globalID=EBAY-US

[carlosdetweiller]

I think it is OK.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

What's the consensus on this sig? I'm leaning towards no.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=191676671088&globalID=EBAY-US

Yes, its good.

[jhanic]

I'm not sure. I'm leaning toward okay, but...

John

[frik]

I'm leaning toward a no, but I'm not really sure...

sk

[TCCBodhi]

Ooo, I found a signed Mr. Mercedes for $400! Oh, NEVERMIND.

$400 for a bookplate, not particular to any book really, along with a political bent? (though I lean completely in the same direction as SK). Definitely a questionable item in my book, though the signature is probably real. I didn't even bother to look at it.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Mr-Mercedes-First-Edition-Signed-Bookplate (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Mr-Mercedes-First-Edition-Signed-Bookplate-/141748948267?hash=item2100e54d2b)

[jhanic]

Ooo, I found a signed Mr. Mercedes for $400! Oh, NEVERMIND.

$400 for a bookplate, not particular to any book really, along with a political bent? (though I lean completely in the same direction as SK). Definitely a questionable item in my book, though the signature is probably real. I didn't even bother to look at it.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Mr-Mercedes-First-Edition-Signed-Bookplate (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Mr-Mercedes-First-Edition-Signed-Bookplate-/141748948267?hash=item2100e54d2b)

thumbsdownsmall It may be an authentic signature, but on a bookplate?!?

John

[TCCBodhi]

Other than being inscribed, is there anything wrong with this copy of MM that's been sitting on Biblio for months?

http://www.biblio.com/book/mr-mercedes-novel-signed-first-edition (http://www.biblio.com/book/mr-mercedes-novel-signed-first-edition/d/755037402?aid=frg&utm_source=google&utm_medium=product&utm_campaign=feed-details&gclid=CO3_5eCC1McCFQeOaQodocMNzQ)

[jhanic]

Looks okay to me--a bit pricey, but...

John

[bdwyer19]

Other than being inscribed, is there anything wrong with this copy of MM that's been sitting on Biblio for months?

http://www.biblio.com/book/mr-mercedes-novel-signed-first-edition (http://www.biblio.com/book/mr-mercedes-novel-signed-first-edition/d/755037402?aid=frg&utm_source=google&utm_medium=product&utm_campaign=feed-details&gclid=CO3_5eCC1McCFQeOaQodocMNzQ)

Blue Sky is a reputable dealer. The signature looks good to me.

[webstar1000]

Looks okay to me--a bit pricey, but...

John

I would agree with you John however we know that one just sold here for $800 and wasn't up but a few minutes and $950 was thrown around by a member... might not be that high with the demand...

[Randall Flagg]

It's legit, but unless your name is Gail, it does lower the price by a bit.

[carlosdetweiller]

I'm pretty sure Blue Sky Books is a member of this forum under a different username. Definitely legit.

[biomieg]

That's Fsmdr (Juliana), right?

[carlosdetweiller]

Yes. I think so.

[Randall Flagg]

That's Fsmdr (Juliana), right?
Affirmative.

[Merlin1958]

Well then, the seller is good as gold. Now, maybe whispering "sweet nothings" and/or some flowers could help with the price? LOL LOL :rose::rose::rose:

[TCCBodhi]

Thanks. Glad to know that it is good, and that they're a member. Inscriptions don't bother me any, if a reasonable price can be had.

[Br!an]

I don't like this.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/H4622-L79502015.jpg

[jhanic]

I don't either.

John

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I don't like this.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/H4622-L79502015.jpg

Fine for toilet paper!

[Pasiuk57]

horrible

[goheat]

This seller has a number of crap signed books, but this one takes the cake. Even the Wrightson signature is a fraud!

The Dark Tower V "Wolves of the Calla" - Stephen King Signed First Trade Edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Dark-Tower-V-Wolves-of-the-Calla-Stephen-King-Signed-First-Trade-Edition-/191686483351?hash=item2ca1679d97)

[Cwalker]

This seller has a number of crap signed books, but this one takes the cake. Even the Wrightson signature is a fraud!

The Dark Tower V "Wolves of the Calla" - Stephen King Signed First Trade Edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Dark-Tower-V-Wolves-of-the-Calla-Stephen-King-Signed-First-Trade-Edition-/191686483351?hash=item2ca1679d97)

As part of my continuing education in the world of All Things King, as a serious question, has there ever been a time that King has ever signed a book with a felt marker? Anytime I see bleedthrough, i automatically think "fake". If this is wrong-thinking, let me know as i would'nt want to miss out on something, or more importantly, insult someone by calling "shennanigans" on a legit signature.
Thanks!

[Randall Flagg]

King has signed many books with a felt marker. I don't believe he's signed any of the Limited editions in felt, but often people hand King a book and a felt marker. In L.A. for a Rock Bottom Remainders event, King came out with a felt pen in hand and signed several dozen books, included books for members here on the site,

[Cwalker]

That's the kind of good info i've come to expect from the folks 'round these parts.
Thanks!

[Merlin1958]

That's the kind of good info i've come to expect from the folks 'round these parts.
Thanks!


"Faithful" is the only thing holding you back!!! LOL

[Randall Flagg]

Terrible fake, and also has the person's foot in image.
Please report.

Stephen King Doctor Sleep Signed Hcdj New (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Doctor-Sleep-Signed-Hcdj-New-/181865840406?hash=item2a580c7f16)

[goheat]

Terrible fake, and also has the person's foot in image.
Please report.

Stephen King Doctor Sleep Signed Hcdj New (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Doctor-Sleep-Signed-Hcdj-New-/181865840406?hash=item2a580c7f16)

I reported it (for what that's worth). I think the seller signed it with that foot...

[Merlin1958]

Terrible fake, and also has the person's foot in image.
Please report.

Stephen King Doctor Sleep Signed Hcdj New (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-King-Doctor-Sleep-Signed-Hcdj-New-/181865840406?hash=item2a580c7f16)

I reported it (for what that's worth). I think the seller signed it with that foot...


:wtf::wtf:

There's my "chuckle for the day". Needed that after a morning of 9/11 documentaries.

[Randall Flagg]

Just doesn't feel right...
Stephen King's IT- Signed first edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-Kings-IT-Signed-first-edition-/331654015702?hash=item4d381eaad6)

[tippy4]

Just doesn't feel right...
Stephen King's IT- Signed first edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-Kings-IT-Signed-first-edition-/331654015702?hash=item4d381eaad6)

I doubt anyone here will say that one is legit.

[carlosdetweiller]

Just doesn't feel right...
Stephen King's IT- Signed first edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-Kings-IT-Signed-first-edition-/331654015702?hash=item4d381eaad6)

I doubt anyone here will say that one is legit.

I certainly won't.

[jhanic]

Doesn't look good to me either.

John

[Br!an]

The seller's Misery was obviously signed by the same person.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-king-Misery-Signrd-1st-Edition-/331654000217?hash=item4d381e6e59

[Merlin1958]

Just doesn't feel right...
Stephen King's IT- Signed first edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-Kings-IT-Signed-first-edition-/331654015702?hash=item4d381eaad6)




Just doesn't feel right...
Stephen King's IT- Signed first edition (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-Kings-IT-Signed-first-edition-/331654015702?hash=item4d381eaad6)

I doubt anyone here will say that one is legit.

I certainly won't.


Doesn't look good to me either.

John


The seller's Misery was obviously signed by the same person.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stephen-king-Misery-Signrd-1st-Edition-/331654000217?hash=item4d381e6e59


Am I "confused" again or didn't anyone notice that there is,

A. No inscription as noted in the item description and,
B. The inscription/sig dates are wrong by 4+ years?

That would set off my "something's fishy" alarm from the git go. Unless I am missing something?

[carlosdetweiller]

I didn't read the description. No need to as one look at the image of the forged signature was enough for me.

[Br!an]

The Misery is dated '82. Misery was published in '87.

It appears the CR page has been altered in the photo as well to make it appear as though it was published in '82.

I reported it.

[Merlin1958]

I didn't read the description. No need to as one look at the image of the forged signature was enough for me.

Gotcha. Given my recent Faux Pas regarding a sig I paid a little bit more time perusing the auction this time. I'm learning and getting better. No small thanks to folks such as yourself and the other members. The date and inscription were the first thing to strike me as odd.

Brian: I noticed that fact as well. You'd think if you were setting out to commit fraud you'd get your facts straight, no? LOL LOL


Giants over the Cowboys, 16-6!!!! Woo-Hoo!!!

[TCCBodhi]

Giants over the Cowboys, 16-6!!!! Woo-Hoo!!!

Don't Mess With Texas, now, y'all! LOL!

[Randall Flagg]

Worlds smallest "s"
STEPHEN KING SIGNED: DREAMCATCHER 1st Edition, 1st Print 2001 HCDJ Horror (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-SIGNED-DREAMCATCHER-1st-Edition-1st-Print-2001-HCDJ-Horror-/171933783517?hash=item28080d55dd)

[jhanic]

Worlds smallest "s"
STEPHEN KING SIGNED: DREAMCATCHER 1st Edition, 1st Print 2001 HCDJ Horror (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-SIGNED-DREAMCATCHER-1st-Edition-1st-Print-2001-HCDJ-Horror-/171933783517?hash=item28080d55dd)

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John

[Merlin1958]

Worlds smallest "s"
STEPHEN KING SIGNED: DREAMCATCHER 1st Edition, 1st Print 2001 HCDJ Horror (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-SIGNED-DREAMCATCHER-1st-Edition-1st-Print-2001-HCDJ-Horror-/171933783517?hash=item28080d55dd)

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John


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[dnemec]

As a side note, I love the big thumbs down!!! Perfect for this thread!!!

[burial]

how about this UtD?
starts at $50 no bids and only 4h left:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271987207361?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[Br!an]

I'd stay away.

[killjoy72]

I don't like it either. I believe this seller has sold fakes before (if I remember correctly).

[goheat]

I don't like it either. I believe this seller has sold fakes before (if I remember correctly).

Agreed, that signature does not really match those from good UTD books either...

[AKC]

No Good

[Randall Flagg]

DJ does not look like a 1st:
Christine by Stephen King 1983 Viking Hardcover true 1st ed first printing (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Christine-by-Stephen-King-1983-Viking-Hardcover-true-1st-ed-first-printing-/141777071448?hash=item2102926d58)

[AstroDad]

DJ does not look like a 1st:
Christine by Stephen King 1983 Viking Hardcover true 1st ed first printing (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Christine-by-Stephen-King-1983-Viking-Hardcover-true-1st-ed-first-printing-/141777071448?hash=item2102926d58)

Nope. That's a BCE based on the publisher address on the copyright page I believe

Edit: Strike that: had it in my head that all Viking 1st were 625 Madison ave, but that isn't the case

[Randall Flagg]

Compare the rear of the DJ to our catalog image:
http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1440094943-Christine%20trade%20dj%201021x693.jpg

[Br!an]

He certainly doesn't have a first dustjacket for sale. I can't see the boards. No pic of the price. The CR page looks right but the bottom isn't in the photo.

[Br!an]

I messaged him. There is no price on the dustjacket. Apparently it's a BCE.

[TrueNorth]

Has anyone dealt with this guy?
I have tried to bid and I am not allowed to. I emailed him and he said because I sell books he will not sell to me. Whattttt?

I sent a copy of this (and others from the past) listings to a fellow collector. He said STAY AWAY. This guy is not to be trusted.
To me this is a beauty of a signature and if it's a forgery it is one of the best I have seen.

What's your take?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-SIGNED-CHRISTINE-1983-FIRST-EDITION-BOOK-/391265740510?hash=item5b194166de

[Randall Flagg]

No bueno.

[TrueNorth]

Sonofabitch I was completely fooled. One more reason a signed/numbered edition is a beautiful thing.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

This community is great. Don't give up on Ebay all together because not all signed books on Ebay are forged. I've picked up some very nice signed editions at great prices.

As for this seller, they are a known seller of very questionable signed books. I won't use the word forger because that seems to bring out lurkers on here who wait for the opportunity to scream, threaten, and throw poo.

[carlosdetweiller]

I agree with Jerome and Ralph. That is a definite forgery.

[dnemec]

This community is great. Don't give up on Ebay all together because not all signed books on Ebay are forged. I've picked up some very nice signed editions at great prices.

As for this seller, they are a known seller of very questionable signed books. I won't use the word forger because that seems to bring out lurkers on here who wait for the opportunity to scream, threaten, and throw poo.

So very true! Don't use the "F" word!

[tippy4]

Has anyone dealt with this guy?
I have tried to bid and I am not allowed to. I emailed him and he said because I sell books he will not sell to me. Whattttt?

I sent a copy of this (and others from the past) listings to a fellow collector. He said STAY AWAY. This guy is not to be trusted.
To me this is a beauty of a signature and if it's a forgery it is one of the best I have seen.



What's your take?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/STEPHEN-KING-SIGNED-CHRISTINE-1983-FIRST-EDITION-BOOK-/391265740510?hash=item5b194166de


One of the five top forgers on eBay right now in my opinion....along with this (http://www.ebay.com/sch/miscellaneous_things_4u/m.html?item=121762040059&hash=item1c599548fb&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562) guy and this (http://www.ebay.com/sch/georgiaantiques/m.html?item=231689971252&hash=item35f1cc6634&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562) guy

[TrueNorth]

[QUOTE=Room 217 Caretaker;949331]This community is great. Don't give up on Ebay all together because not all signed books on Ebay are forged. I've picked up some very nice signed editions at great prices.

As for this seller, they are a known seller of very questionable signed books. I won't use the word forger because that seems to bring out lurkers on here who wait for the opportunity to scream, threaten, and throw poo.

They should be rolled in doggy-poo and kicked off eBay. That is nothing less than lying and stealing.

I think I just stopped buying flat signed.
The two that Tippy showed wouldn't have fooled me but that Christine did (and still does). I have 23 in my collection and now I am doubting some of them. Maybe I should post them for feedback.

[Merlin1958]

[QUOTE=Room 217 Caretaker;949331]This community is great. Don't give up on Ebay all together because not all signed books on Ebay are forged. I've picked up some very nice signed editions at great prices.

As for this seller, they are a known seller of very questionable signed books. I won't use the word forger because that seems to bring out lurkers on here who wait for the opportunity to scream, threaten, and throw poo.

They should be rolled in doggy-poo and kicked off eBay. That is nothing less than lying and stealing.

I think I just stopped buying flat signed.
The two that Tippy showed wouldn't have fooled me but that Christine did (and still does). I have 23 in my collection and now I am doubting some of them. Maybe I should post them for feedback.


It's always better to know for sure no matter how much it hurts.

[Fsmdr]

Don't like this at all.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301745613755?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[OneFathom]

Don't like this at all.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301745613755?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Really? That screams legitimate to me. Out of curiosity, what drew your "red flag"?

[Jimimck]

Looks like a good early one to me.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I like it. It matches all my 1979 signatures, right down to the curl on the 9.

[frik]

Like it as well.

sk

[Br!an]

:thumbsup:

[Randall Flagg]

I like it.

[Fsmdr]

Don't like this at all.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301745613755?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Really? That screams legitimate to me. Out of curiosity, what drew your "red flag"?

Somehow the slant of the inscription, the 'k' and 'g' in King, just makes me uneasy. Looks like it's just me.

[TrueNorth]

I went over my 23 signed books and feel good about them all. However...I would have bought Christine yesterday so what do I know LOL.
I do have providence or was I was there for the signing except these five. The orange one is Four Past Midnight signed on the free endpaper.

What do you think?

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0135_zps6ooyy1yq.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0135_zps6ooyy1yq.jpg.html)

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0137_zps7c7emggf.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0137_zps7c7emggf.jpg.html)

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0136_zpsej9zeifj.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0136_zpsej9zeifj.jpg.html)

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0138_zpsgoin6mom.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0138_zpsgoin6mom.jpg.html)

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0139_zpsbirebddv.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0139_zpsbirebddv.jpg.html)

http://i338.photobucket.com/albums/n414/Fostersuzanne/IMG_0140_zpsey4cwdkm.jpg (http://s338.photobucket.com/user/Fostersuzanne/media/IMG_0140_zpsey4cwdkm.jpg.html)

[tippy4]

I like FDNS and FPM.

I am not saying the other three are fake......I'm just not in love with them.

You didn't buy The Dark Half and DC from the same seller did you?......signatures seem very identical to me.

[tippy4]

Don't like this at all.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/301745613755?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Really? That screams legitimate to me. Out of curiosity, what drew your "red flag"?

Somehow the slant of the inscription, the 'k' and 'g' in King, just makes me uneasy. Looks like it's just me.

I believe it to be legit.

[carlosdetweiller]

Foster,
I don't like The Dark Half and Dolores Claiborne at all. Dreamcatcher is iffy and I have my doubts about that one too. The other two are fine. Also, it would be better if you could rotate the images prior to posting so we don't get cricks in our necks trying to view them upright.

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Dolores and Dark are ones to get rid of. And the King in Dreamcatcher is all wrong. He never writes King, it's Knig.

[TCCBodhi]

I'm an amateur that has only ventured outside of the S/L market in the last year or so, so I don't have a long basis of critical experience, but I think most people would still sign their name on an even plane even if what they were signing is angled (Dark Half & Dolores). Four Past Midnight feels off, though I couldn't pinpoint why; I know he'll just sign endpapers occasionally, so that doesn't bother me. I don't have an opinion on the others, they are certainly in line with some of my own books.

Pay more attention to those that have long Flat Signed collections! EDIT: I agree with Rabbit Trick. Dreamcatcher is clearly "King" which does make it more than a bit suspect; It would either be "Knig" or much less legible. All in all YOU are the best judge as to when/where you got them from, so don't worry about us if you know better.

[Br!an]

I like FDNS and FPM.

I am not saying the other three are fake......I'm just not in love with them.

You didn't buy The Dark Half and DC from the same seller did you?......signatures seem very identical to me.

I like FDNS and FPM.

I don't like the others.