Dark Tower Same-Number Sets: Wanted page !

[Priest]

Hi Folks,

according to the Dark Tower Same-Number Sets: Who owns them? Topic,
I asked myself for weeks now, why we do not have a place where we collect the searching members also.


I mean, getting a full # Set of the Dark Tower is (if you do not have the luck or founds to buy it complete, or have been one of the DT1 owners)
a long and exiting journey, but you often need any little peace of information that you might get.


Thats why i want to get the Grandt "Wanted page" back online, and give everybody the chance to place the # s/he is searching for here in this topic.
I will complete it as a list according to the owners page.

One note: To be on the list doesn't mean anything else but: somebody who owns a # will have the chance to find you.

If more then one member searches for the same #, i will just add both so that they can find a deal. There is no demand regarding exclusivity, it is just informal.

I know we have the search page, but this is changing fast, and you have no chance to search for a # as the term is to short, and people write it different.
Thats why i see a demand for this list ;D

If you are searching for a certain # drop me a PM or post here in this topic!
Hope you will all be able to find what you need!


Inspired from Merlin, i will add DTs that you are holding in a second list. For trade or not, it will tell the people where the # is.

[Priest]

I am searching for Dark Tower Signed & Limited:
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#54 (any => kingfan24 *04/2014)
#101 (1,2, 3 & 4 => Priest 04/2015)
#129 (1 => thegunslinger41 05/2014)
#153 (any => skyofcrack 04/2014)
#171 (any => Lookwhoitis 04/2014)
#203 (any => Lookwhoitis 04/2014)
#214 (1,2 => divemaster 04/2014)
#253 (1,LSOE => SierraKiloCollector 05/2014)
#379 (1,2,3 & TWTTK => Frankie 04/2014)
#459 (any => webstar1000 04/2014)
#464 (any => kingfan24 04/2014)
#1208(3 - 7 => Citizen of Lud 08/2014)

#PC (4 => Priest 04/2015)
/************************************************** ************************************************** ********/


I am holding the following Dark Tower Signed & Limited
=========

#196 (1 => divemaster 04/2014)
#171 (LSoE,TWTTK => Lookwhoitis 04/2014)
#203 (5,6 => Lookwhoitis 04/2014)
#217 (1 => thegunslinger41 05/2014)
#464 (2,4 > TWTTK => kingfan24 04/2014)
#473 (2 => divemaster 04/2014)
#484 (LSOE => SierraKiloCollector 05/2014)
#602 (TWTTK => Frankie 04/2014)
#625 (4 > TWTTK => skyofcrack 04/2014)
#889 (3 => skyofcrack 04/2014)
#1125 (4 => Priest 04/2014)
#1131 (5 => Merlin1958 04/2014)


PC (7 => Lookwhoitis 04/2014)

[Merlin1958]

This seems like a pretty good idea, though since I only own 1 TDT S/L (TDT V, #1131) I will be little help, but I hope it helps some members in their quest.

[Priest]

Hey Merlin,

thanks for your addition, as i am unsure if you are actually searching for the other books your idea inspired a second list with books "i hold" (without being on the trip to complete)
this is a great addition, as anybody who might have the other ones can get in contact with you (or not) or whatever.

Thanks for this input!

IF i added you to the holding list by error , i will change this !
And i hope everybody else will go to the shelves now, and get my their numbers ;D

[Merlin1958]

Hey Merlin,

thanks for your addition, as i am unsure if you are actually searching for the other books your idea inspired a second list with books "i hold" (without being on the trip to complete)
this is a great addition, as anybody who might have the other ones can get in contact with you (or not) or whatever.

Thanks for this input!
IF i added you to the holding list by error , i all change this !


And i hope everybody else will go to the shelves now, and get my their numbers ;D

I'm not looking, but I will trade.

[skyofcrack]

I am holding DT III LE #889 & DT IV-VII, WTTK, LSOE LE #625, WTTK UK LE #153

I am searching for DT LE #153 for all Grant books.

I was thinking, if one were completely crazy about having a definitive matching DT signed set then it would also have the UK Wizard & Glass, The Gunslinger and The Drawing of the Three S/L audio sets plus the Wind Through the Keyhole UK S/L which is only 200 copies. That would mean there could only be 200 possible matching sets. :eek:

[webstar1000]

I am searching for DT I and II, #214


I am holding DT I #196 and II #473

I actually know who needs Gunslinger #196 to complete a full number set (he's on this site), and he know's it's available to him. All he has to do is pull the trigger.

What is he waiting for? I would even give you a deposit to hold it... if the reason was not enough cash. I think (for me) the holy grail of collecting King is a matching set... Cool of you to hold onto it man!

[Kingfan24]

searching for DT I AND III # 464

holding DT II And DT IV - WTTKH

[webstar1000]

I will take any book related to my number... #459. I will pay all shipping and of course a thank you for the hassle (if I have the same one.. if not I will buy it!). thanks!

[Priest]

Hey guys, thanks for adding your books.
I put them in the list!

@Sky.. i will not incude UKs here, this is for the grandt only, hope you understand that.

[Frankie]

Thanks for adding me.

You can also add that I have #602 TWTTK and would be happy to sell/trade it if someone is looking for it.

I'd also probably be interested in any other S/L #379s.

[Randall Flagg]

FYI, this thread exists:
What's your Number?-Want list for specific S/L #'s (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?5652-What-s-your-Number-Want-list-for-specific-S-L-s)

[Priest]

Hey Randall,

i saw it, but noticed that it is not updated for nearly two years.
If its ok for you i will give it a try and start this new list for the Dark Towers.

[Randall Flagg]

Hey Randall,

i saw it, but noticed that it is not updated for nearly two years.
If its ok for you i will give it a try and start this new list for the Dark Towers.
Sure, give it a go.

[skyofcrack]

@Sky.. i will not incude UKs here, this is for the grandt only, hope you understand that.

Of course. Yes. I only added the UK book to show my reasoning for wanting the #153 for the Grant books.

[Kingfan24]

Hi priest - I have through wind thought the key hole - you have me listed as through LSOE

[Lookwhoitis]

Seeking ANY Dark Tower (I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII) # 171

Also Seeking Dark Tower Books # 203 (Paying Layaway on V & VI but I don't have them in hand yet)

I OWN LSoE and TWTtK # 171 and plan on trying to complete this numbered set (or at least II-TWTtK)
I also OWN a PC DT:VII

Might never be able to afford a DT:I Gunslinger S/N LE and it will probably be the last book I go for.
More likely I will attempt to get a fine/fine 1st edition and get it signed in person by Sai King.
I DO plan on completing a set from II-TWTtK.
I'd be a candidate as a prospective buyer for a "bargain" copy of I (eventually)

I also am looking for ANY King S/N LE # 171 (especially Doctor Sleep to match my copy of the Shining)

[skyofcrack]

I am holding the following Dark Tower Signed & Limited
=========

#625 (4 > LSOE => skyofcrack 04/2014)

I have TWTTK (2012) which came out after LSOE (2009).

Should read this:

#625 (4 > TWTTK => skyofcrack 04/2014)

[Priest]

@sky...
ah you dont need a reason ;D But its nice to sey your have a bigger goal ;D

@kingfan
sorry changed

and all other books are added and changed.
Sorry for mixing up !

[Patrick]

...I am holding DT I #196...

I actually know who needs Gunslinger #196 to complete a full number set (he's on this site), and he know's it's available to him. All he has to do is pull the trigger.
What is he waiting for? I would even give you a deposit to hold it... if the reason was not enough cash. I think (for me) the holy grail of collecting King is a matching set... Cool of you to hold onto it man!
Divemaster is a good man.

If you're interested, here is the story of how the rest of the set came together. I posted this a couple years ago in the matching number set thread (with a couple minor edits):



Nov. 2004: DT II, III, IV - Barry R. Levin Science Fiction & Fantasy. I heard about the whole S/L concept at the old TDT.net forums and decided to look into purchasing some. I saw these on ABE listed separately, called up Barry, and worked out a "volume discount" deal.

June 2011: LSOE, LSOE AE - John Hanic. He bought them on eBay in order to secure the right to purchase TWITKH. I bought another set specifically to trade with John, so he could still get TWITKH.

Oct 2011: I can't attend the King reception and signing at Fall of the Books back East, so Ralph Mulleins takes my 1st/1st of The Gunslinger to the signing.

Nov 2011: DTIV UK (not really necessary for a complete set) - In January 2011 I just missed this at Betts - saw one of those SOLD signs that David puts out before removing items from the site. I contacted David, but it was too late. He had just shipped it out to a buyer in Australia. Flash forward ten months: Recently while perusing the forum over at Cemetery Dance, I ran across a photo of the book in someone's collection thread. I contacted the owner and we worked a straight across trade. He was not a member here at TDT at the time, but he is now. Thanks, Grant (Bad Penny)!

Dec 2011: DT V, VI, VII: Simon had recently purchased these at a Heritage auction I missed. He posted here at TDT looking for the others. We worked out a sale/purchase.

Here is the set, including my signed (but not S/L) 1st/1st edition of DTI:

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/King-DTSLmatchI_2.jpg
(Note: I also have #196 of TWTTKH, but it was not yet released at the time of this photo.)

This set is especially meaningful to me because of all the collector friends that have assisted with trades or sales to help me put this together.

[Merlin1958]

Great story, Patrick!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Patrick]

Great story, Patrick!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
Thanks, Bill. I agree with you, due to the kindness of other collectors.

Here is a more recent photo.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/0e6e1373-3a48-4924-85c1-6fcb19866b82_zps45bf632c.jpg

The UK S/L of TWTTKH in the photo is #121.
I'd like to trade it for #196 if that copy ever shows itself.

Edit: I just remembered that this thread is not for UK Dark Tower limited editions.

[Merlin1958]

Great story, Patrick!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:
Thanks, Bill. I agree with you, due to the kindness of other collectors.

Here is a more recent photo.
http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j158/JHPatrick/Books%20II/0e6e1373-3a48-4924-85c1-6fcb19866b82_zps45bf632c.jpg

The UK S/L of TWTTKH in the photo is #121. I'd like to trade it for #196 if that copy ever shows itself.


You are welcome and that is why it is a "Great Story". Because of the "Family nature" of this collecting community. Everyone helps each other, provides funds for charities and are capable of helping fellow members in tough times. This IS the best internet community on the World Wide Web, hands down!!!! Folks here are simply AMAZING!!!!

[Patrick]

I completely agree, Bill!

[Priest]

Thanks for the story ;D
I real hope that we will get some more like this.


BR Sebastian

[Kingfan24]

Not as great a story but my DT s/l set was owned once by David at betts, and then divemaster (david), and now myself :) three members of the TDT.org community.

Then, Becca pointed out DT II - drawing of the three 464 to me which I am now paying for.

Great community here for sure.

[thegunslinger41]

Need DT 1 S/L # 129. I have #217 to trade. And....I think I may know who has it but it's just been super difficult to contact him.


His dt.org name is jmayer (or something like that). Ugh. Any help getting in contact with this guy would be helpful. I think someone on the forums sent me his email but he is just unresponsive.


Gabriel

[divemaster]

Not as great a story but my DT s/l set was owned once by David at betts, and then divemaster (david), and now myself...


Actually, I bought the #464 set directly from member Earth's Militant Mind. He's not real active, but has posted recently.

[Randall Flagg]

Need DT 1 S/L # 129. I have #217 to trade. And....I think I may know who has it but it's just been super difficult to contact him.


His dt.org name is jmayer (or something like that). Ugh. Any help getting in contact with this guy would be helpful. I think someone on the forums sent me his email but he is just unresponsive.


Gabriel
He (jmeyer) hasn't logged on in 5 months/

[biomieg]

I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Need DT 1 S/L # 129. I have #217 to trade. And....I think I may know who has it but it's just been super difficult to contact him.


His dt.org name is jmayer (or something like that). Ugh. Any help getting in contact with this guy would be helpful. I think someone on the forums sent me his email but he is just unresponsive.


Gabriel
He (jmeyer) hasn't logged on in 5 months/


I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

I was shafted by him on a swap deal for a DT S/L. I will never happen again. Once bitten, twice shy.

[Frankie]

I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

That's amazing, and also disturbing, because he probably has numerous copies that someone out there is looking for to complete a set. :)

Even if you average the value at $500 per (which would mean he really doesn't have many DT1s, or probably even TWTTKs, neither of which I'd guess are true), that's 50 grand in DT SL. With a more reasonable distribution he's probably way over 100k.

[Frankie]

Need DT 1 S/L # 129. I have #217 to trade. And....I think I may know who has it but it's just been super difficult to contact him.


His dt.org name is jmayer (or something like that). Ugh. Any help getting in contact with this guy would be helpful. I think someone on the forums sent me his email but he is just unresponsive.


Gabriel
He (jmeyer) hasn't logged on in 5 months/


I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

I was shafted by him on a swap deal for a DT S/L. I will never happen again. Once bitten, twice shy.

Shafted in what manner?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

He gave me a fake signed King book.

[Randall Flagg]

He gave me a fake signed King book.
The book, or the signature?

[biomieg]

I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

That's amazing, and also disturbing, because he probably has numerous copies that someone out there is looking for to complete a set. :)

Even if you average the value at $500 per (which would mean he really doesn't have many DT1s, or probably even TWTTKs, neither of which I'd guess are true), that's 50 grand in DT SL. With a more reasonable distribution he's probably way over 100k.

A couple of years ago Shibus (who should post more often) posted a pic from someone's collection showing 19 Gunslinger S/Ls. IIRC this sparked some debate, which I can imagine because by himself that collector basically made sure that 4% of all possible matching sets will never be complete (unless he himself owns them). I'm not sure if these were Jmaher's or someone else's.

It's too bad that Shibus removed the pic because it was a sight to behold...

[webstar1000]

I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

That's amazing, and also disturbing, because he probably has numerous copies that someone out there is looking for to complete a set. :)

Even if you average the value at $500 per (which would mean he really doesn't have many DT1s, or probably even TWTTKs, neither of which I'd guess are true), that's 50 grand in DT SL. With a more reasonable distribution he's probably way over 100k.

A couple of years ago Shibus (who should post more often) posted a pic from someone's collection showing 19 Gunslinger S/Ls. IIRC this sparked some debate, which I can imagine because by himself that collector basically made sure that 4% of all possible matching sets will never be complete (unless he himself owns them). I'm not sure if these were Jmaher's or someone else's.

It's too bad that Shibus removed the pic because it was a sight to behold...

19 S/L's wow.... Gunslinger... 19? Hmmmmm lol

[biomieg]

I'm not 100% sure about that number (it would almost be too perfect, right?) but it was close to 20 anyway.

[webstar1000]

Would love to see that pic. And your right... There may be some guys here looking for a number that may never be found. I always wonder how many were read and beat up, lost, trashed because King was not the man he is today and the Gunslinger was not a huge books then... Be neat to know....

[herbertwest]

I've always secretly hoped that Jmaher would post some pics of his Dark Tower S/L collection. I think he once said that he has over 100 (!!!) DT S/Ls (!!!)

That's amazing, and also disturbing, because he probably has numerous copies that someone out there is looking for to complete a set. :)

Even if you average the value at $500 per (which would mean he really doesn't have many DT1s, or probably even TWTTKs, neither of which I'd guess are true), that's 50 grand in DT SL. With a more reasonable distribution he's probably way over 100k.

A couple of years ago Shibus (who should post more often) posted a pic from someone's collection showing 19 Gunslinger S/Ls. IIRC this sparked some debate, which I can imagine because by himself that collector basically made sure that 4% of all possible matching sets will never be complete (unless he himself owns them). I'm not sure if these were Jmaher's or someone else's.

It's too bad that Shibus removed the pic because it was a sight to behold...

19 S/L's wow.... Gunslinger... 19? Hmmmmm lol


David maybe?

[Patrick]

As best as I recall, it was not a member of this site, at least at the time.

[biomieg]

It was definitely not David. I think David owns/owned four signed/numbered and one signed/lettered Gunslinger. Definitely not 19 or 20.

[SierraKiloCollector]

I am searching for DT I, #253.

I am holding LSOE, #484 to trade for LSOE, #253.

Just need these two to complete my set.

Thanks!
SKC

[tippy4]

It was definitely not David. I think David owns/owned four signed/numbered and one signed/lettered Gunslinger. Definitely not 19 or 20.

I am pretty sure I know who this person is. Years ago he won S/L Gunslinger #465 on ebay and I had a couple of DT S/Ls with the same number. I offered them to him, and he said he had no interest....he was only interested in copies of The Gunslinger, and I recall him telling me he had a lot of them.

[AKC]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

[webstar1000]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[AKC]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yep....

[webstar1000]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yep....

That blows me away. I wonder why on that book and not the set??? I mean very cool book to have (love to see a pic of that) but the set looks much better. He could have so many guys numbers here... could make a lot of sets come together...

[Kingfan24]

Knowing my luck he's got 464

[tippy4]

I asked him if he had the number I was looking for and I vaguely recall him saying something like it would not matter because he was never going to sell.

I could be wrong on the above....it has been years.

[webstar1000]

Wow crazy.

[Randall Flagg]

I asked him if he had the number I was looking for and I vaguely recall him saying something like it would not matter because he was never going to sell.

I could be wrong on the above....it has been years.
He won't live forever. His heirs (or the state) will dispose of them.
It seems like a weird case of "I have them, you don't". There is no logical reason to own numerous copies, just a quirky collecting thing.
BTAIM, his prerogative.

[thegunslinger41]

Well...I know of a guy in Dallas who owns 3 DT 1 S/L's...and as far as jmeyer goes..i emailed him (at his work email)...and also have his personal office phone number (he works in a medical practice). Haven't personally called him yet. Guess I'm feelin Purdy intimidated since he hasn't even replied to an email. If I did swap DT 1 S/L's, I would definitely do it in person. He lives in Lubbock so it would be just a short flight for me (in Houston).


-G

[webstar1000]

My best pal's GF told me a cool story once. Said her uncle collected all kinds of books and when she seen mine she said he had lots of King and when he died her aunt sold them at a flea market... for dollars n cents per book. When I showed her pics she recognized Cujo and the Gunslinger. She said he had a few displayed very proudly and those she could remember quite well... can you imagine? My wife has all the info to David at Bett's and you guys here... never know man. I do a lot of extreme sports and a bit of an adrenaline junkie.. never know... just never know...

[thegunslinger41]

Webstar....that is NOT a cool story. :/ (unless you happen to run across those books at a fleamarket!)

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

...and then there is the "scorned woman", who sell her cheetin' husbands prize posetions for a few dollars/cents! :eek:

[EXPLORER]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Yep....

I recall someone sharing a conversation where he said, "I think that i have LSOE 26,29,34,36,50,53,114,118,263,373,418,254,513,622, 641,784 plus several over 800"
I made note of it in my files.....not sure if this is still true..

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

I recall someone sharing a conversation where he said, "I think that i have LSOE 26,29,34,36,50,53,114,118,263,373,418,254,513,622, 641,784 plus several over 800"
I made note of it in my files.....not sure if this is still true..

Why would someone want so many reprints? :)

[stroppygoblin]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Yep....

I recall someone sharing a conversation where he said, "I think that i have LSOE 26,29,34,36,50,53,114,118,263,373,418,254,513,622, 641,784 plus several over 800"
I made note of it in my files.....not sure if this is still true..

Was their surname Grant? :evil:

[stroppygoblin]

Dude lives in Texas and he has around 30 'Slinger S/Ls......

Not Bob!

Are you serious!????? That is like $150000 ++++!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Yep....

I recall someone sharing a conversation where he said, "I think that i have LSOE 26,29,34,36,50,53,114,118,263,373,418,254,513,622, 641,784 plus several over 800"
I made note of it in my files.....not sure if this is still true..

Was their surname Grant? :evil:

[biomieg]

That was Jemaher.

[Priest]

Its not this only "collection topic" where i met "single stack collectors" (don't know if its the right word in engl)

what means that they do not go for a certain group to complete, but for a certain item to get as often as possible.
In pure terms of collecting this has clear up and downsides.

Met a guy once who held more then 75% of a limited item, and said that he will not stop until he get the whole series.
I think that this is a little bit crazy, but honest - what else then the are we - searching all over the planet to get a special # ;D ?


Guess i won't be the one to throw the first stone here, even if it goes very agains the "main-stream" collectors goals.
But this is the salt in our soup , isn't it ;D

[herbertwest]

Like the guy that seems to aim at owning every single VHS tapes in the world of the movie SPEED?
>>> http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2616670/He-let-collection-drop-50-Man-makes-lifes-mission-collect-VHS-Keanu-Reeves-film-Speed.html

He currently has 500 of them... and doesnt seem willing to stop there....

[Rahfa]

I recall someone sharing a conversation where he said, "I think that i have LSOE 26,29,34,36,50,53,114,118,263,373,418,254,513,622, 641,784 plus several over 800"
I made note of it in my files.....not sure if this is still true..

Why would someone want so many reprints? :)

Why would someone want [fill in blank with absurd collectible of your choice]?

[Priest]

Like the guy that seems to aim at owning every single VHS tapes in the world of the movie SPEED?
>>> http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2616670/He-let-collection-drop-50-Man-makes-lifes-mission-collect-VHS-Keanu-Reeves-film-Speed.html

He currently has 500 of them... and doesnt seem willing to stop there....


öhem , indeed - thats what i … 500 VHS copies ?
I am speachless ;D

[Citizen of Lud]

Does anyone have or know who has S/L Dark Tower III through VII #1208 I would like to start building a collection of this number. I have seen others on here that have built a collection of a certain number and would like some input on this task. I do not own any of the S/L of DT yet, should I buy now any number that I can find that is a good deal in hopes of using them for trade when and if I do find the number that I am looking for or should i wait to find said number?

[Priest]

Hi,
i saw your posting, and thought... hey that # i do have, but my spare DTVII is #1280 ;D

To search your complete set is quite a task - i followed my # 15 years back, and this was only possible because everybody i meet was willing to search old emails and letters,
to provide me new names and persons - and i still did not made it until now. So its hard, but if you like the digging, its a lot of fun + you meet interesting people.

I wanted to complete my set first, and then see if i can get the missing numbers. Be aware that it might be impossible , thats why i completed first.
Most of the books are available from time to time, DTI, DTII and TWTTKH are the hardest part , but even they are available from time to time.

However you decide - good luck!

[needfulthings]

Does anyone have or know who has S/L Dark Tower III through VII #1208 I would like to start building a collection of this number. I have seen others on here that have built a collection of a certain number and would like some input on this task. I do not own any of the S/L of DT yet, should I buy now any number that I can find that is a good deal in hopes of using them for trade when and if I do find the number that I am looking for or should i wait to find said number?
Why would you even want to try to start a numbered set that you know WILL NEVER be complete?:confused:

[Randall Flagg]

Does anyone have or know who has S/L Dark Tower III through VII #1208 I would like to start building a collection of this number. I have seen others on here that have built a collection of a certain number and would like some input on this task. I do not own any of the S/L of DT yet, should I buy now any number that I can find that is a good deal in hopes of using them for trade when and if I do find the number that I am looking for or should i wait to find said number?
Why would you even want to try to start a numbered set that you know WILL NEVER be complete?:confused:
The thrill of the hunt.
I do agree. One would be better served to save their money and buy a matched set of another number.

[Citizen of Lud]

Well I have a two reasons for the number. The first and it may sound crazy is because it can not be a complete set. I have seen that numbers that fall in the magical 500 and bellow are more expensive higher numbers are easier to find bargains on. The number has a special meaning to me is the second reason. If I ever get to the point (fingers crossed) that I do get the possible III through VII I have already made up my mind to PC the rest.

[Citizen of Lud]

I have decided to go ahead and try to instead of collect AE dark tower books to start going for the S/L DT books that are 2 book editions first then figure out what comes after that. I hopefully scored my first S/L and first King signed book Wolves of the Calla from Betts just waiting on a confirmation.

[AKC]

That's what great about collecting.

Each of our respective collections are unique/special based on the perspective of the owner.

A belated welcome to the site and we look forward to watching you on your journey.

[Patrick]

That's what great about collecting.

Each of our respective collections are unique/special based on the perspective of the owner.

A belated welcome to the site and we look forward to watching you on your journey.
Well said!

[webstar1000]

I have decided to go ahead and try to instead of collect AE dark tower books to start going for the S/L DT books that are 2 book editions first then figure out what comes after that. I hopefully scored my first S/L and first King signed book Wolves of the Calla from Betts just waiting on a confirmation.

There is only AE's of the last ones right? Like the first 4 do not have AE's... right?

[jhanic]

I have decided to go ahead and try to instead of collect AE dark tower books to start going for the S/L DT books that are 2 book editions first then figure out what comes after that. I hopefully scored my first S/L and first King signed book Wolves of the Calla from Betts just waiting on a confirmation.

There is only AE's of the last ones right? Like the first 4 do not have AE's... right?

Correct.

John

[webstar1000]

I have decided to go ahead and try to instead of collect AE dark tower books to start going for the S/L DT books that are 2 book editions first then figure out what comes after that. I hopefully scored my first S/L and first King signed book Wolves of the Calla from Betts just waiting on a confirmation.

There is only AE's of the last ones right? Like the first 4 do not have AE's... right?

correct.

John

Thanks John!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Incorrect: (These are Artist's Editions)

The Gunslinger: Donald M. Grant, Publisher, 1982, 224 pp., hardcover. ISBN: 0-937986-51-8. 10 copies reserved for the artist, marked “Artist’s Copy.”
Drawing of the Tree: Donald M. Grant, Publisher, [May] 1987, 399 pp., hardcover. ISBN: 0-937986-90-9. 10 copies reserved for the artist, marked “Artist’s Copy.”
The Waste Lands: Donald M. Grant, Publisher, 1991, 512 pp., hardcover. ISBN: 0-937986-16-X. 10 copies reserved for the artist, designated “Artist’s Copy.”


(Just yanking your chain)

[The Library Policeman]

The art in Drawing Of The Tree is quite samey IMO :P

[Priest]

just bring this up for all new members out there!

[TCCBodhi]

I'm not new, but I didn't see the thread. I HAVE DT7 #1482, LSOE #1004 & TWTTK #180.

I'm LOOKING for #180, though, if the trades came up, I'd also switch to #95 to match some other books I have. I have no 'critical mass' around any particular number though yet, so really whatever gets me there in the long run.