Book Collection: TravelinJack

[TravelinJack]

Pics of my main collectables and favorites here that I have in my home office:

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Custom Coffin Case for my S/L Stand by Dick Olson

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Some overflow:

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Few cool framed goodies:

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[fernandito]

Dope.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Some serious bad-assery going on here. Awesome, dude!

[zelig]

Wow, look out! So well presented. And I love that pillow about the normal family. Too funny. Thanks for sharing and starting your collection thread!

[webstar1000]

NICE! Well on your way mate:)

[TravelinJack]

Dope.

Word.


Some serious bad-assery going on here. Awesome, dude!

Thanks, much appreciated!


NICE! Well on your way mate:)

Slowly but surely :-)

[TravelinJack]

Wow, look out! So well presented. And I love that pillow about the normal family. Too funny. Thanks for sharing and starting your collection thread!


Thanks Zelig. That's my second favorite pillow. Here is my #1.

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Ok, a bit hard to read since the last word "lie" is cut off, not the best picture.

[zelig]

That one is a good one as well.

[TravelinJack]

Ok so much like many of you, I'm a bookaholic. I think I have a real problem. We have so many damn books around the house it's a bit insane.

Here is our library:

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Other side of the library that has all our classics and really old books:

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Hallway: I think I took the "A room without books is like a body without a soul" a bit too literally.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_0476.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_0476.jpg.html)

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But wait, there's more: See, serious issues.

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[TravelinJack]

Some fun tidbits:

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Ok - I don't think a library is complete without this:

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Ok, that's about it.

[LokiJake]

I love the home office collection. The books throughout the house are amazing. Thanks for sharing so many pics

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Stunningly impressive. If I didn't know better, I'd say you collect books.

[TravelinJack]

I love the home office collection. The books throughout the house are amazing. Thanks for sharing so many pics

Thanks LokiJake. I was hesitant to share so many pictures because it's a bit much and kind of exposing, but I'm in good company here. Also, looking at all these pics makes me realize I need to stop spending. Do we have a hotline to call?


Stunningly impressive. If I didn't know better, I'd say you collect books.

Thanks. Yeah, been at it for some time and had no idea until fairly recent about the DT Forum and that I'm not alone. Pretty refreshing. Although, I think I'm starting to push into the Hoarder realm of things. I just couldn't get rid of books, ever.

[Br!an]

Nice collection. All nicely stored in bookcases too. You don't have a problem yet. I have books on most flat surfaces.


Do we have a hotline to call?

Here's one! (203) 292-8616 - Ask for David :evil:

[TravelinJack]

Nice collection. All nicely stored in bookcases too. You don't have a problem yet. I have books on most flat surfaces.


Do we have a hotline to call?

Here's one! (203) 292-8616 - Ask for David :evil:


My wife will kill me if the books start to bleed too much outside of cases. I'm glad she is a reader as well and enjoys the aesthetics of the books.

Funny on the Hotline number. Actually, terrible really. I actually just bought something from David today.

[Merlin1958]

Very impressive!!!!! I'd love to see more detailed pics of the Dolso case for The Stand.

[herbertwest]

I really like the bookself with the classic books. Nice binding and matching collection.

[TravelinJack]

Very impressive!!!!! I'd love to see more detailed pics of the Dolso case for The Stand.

Ask and ye shall receive. Not the best pictures, but hopefully will give you a better idea.

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Also, for the Centipede Press Case, I had it sized with the original Slipcase so both could fit.

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[TravelinJack]

I really like the bookself with the classic books. Nice binding and matching collection.

Thanks HerbertWest. Much appreciated!

[Merlin1958]

Very impressive!!!!! I'd love to see more detailed pics of the Dolso case for The Stand.

Ask and ye shall receive. Not the best pictures, but hopefully will give you a better idea.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/72314fbd-ee5e-4f21-9d0f-3f85d74802bb.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/72314fbd-ee5e-4f21-9d0f-3f85d74802bb.jpg.html)

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Also, for the Centipede Press Case, I had it sized with the original Slipcase so both could fit.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1022.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1022.jpg.html)


Sweet!!! He does excellent work. I have one of those 'Lot cases as well and an "Insominia S/L !!!!

[TravelinJack]

Sweet!!! He does excellent work. I have one of those 'Lot cases as well and an "Insominia S/L !!!!

Agreed. I think I want to get one for EoD done. I also feel like the S/L DT Series should be in custom slipcases with room for the originals. I've been thinking of clamshells for those as well for better preservation.

[Merlin1958]

Sweet!!! He does excellent work. I have one of those 'Lot cases as well and an "Insominia S/L !!!!

Agreed. I think I want to get one for EoD done. I also feel like the S/L DT Series should be in custom slipcases with room for the originals. I've been thinking of clamshells for those as well for better preservation.


You might want to consider something more along these lines for TDT books.........................



http://imageshack.com/a/img812/922/lotrcase001.jpg


http://imageshack.com/a/img17/886/interiordoc1.jpg


There are more and better pics in the beginning of my collection thread if you are interested.

[Randall Flagg]

I need to stop spending. Do we have a hotline to call?

1 (800)tdt.org

[TravelinJack]

Sweet!!! He does excellent work. I have one of those 'Lot cases as well and an "Insominia S/L !!!!

Agreed. I think I want to get one for EoD done. I also feel like the S/L DT Series should be in custom slipcases with room for the originals. I've been thinking of clamshells for those as well for better preservation.


You might want to consider something more along these lines for TDT books.........................



http://imageshack.com/a/img812/922/lotrcase001.jpg


http://imageshack.com/a/img17/886/interiordoc1.jpg


There are more and better pics in the beginning of my collection thread if you are interested.

Very cool, I've seen those pics about before (maybe on dolso's site) and I wondered who had that. Pretty epic really. Could you imagine a full DT like that? Would have to wall mount it. Hmmm that could be interesting. Thanks for sharing these. Really cool!

[TravelinJack]

I need to stop spending. Do we have a hotline to call?

1 (800)tdt.org

Weird, the strangest thing happened when I tried calling that number. Chuck Norris answered... wtf?

[Stockerlone]

VERY VERY impressive colliection !!! Tks for sharing so many pics !!!

[peripheral]

Ohhhhhhhhhh... Okay, Okay... Here it is. Stand back people, make some room.

(1) That is one SERIOUS King collection; and
(2) That is one SERIOUS book collection!

Thank you for sharing with this community. Brilliant. When I have more time, I'm going to have a good deep look at this and no doubt have many jealous questions.

[TravelinJack]

VERY VERY impressive colliection !!! Tks for sharing so many pics !!!

Thank you VERY VERY much!


Ohhhhhhhhhh... Okay, Okay... Here it is. Stand back people, make some room.

(1) That is one SERIOUS King collection; and
(2) That is one SERIOUS book collection!

Thank you for sharing with this community. Brilliant. When I have more time, I'm going to have a good deep look at this and no doubt have many jealous questions.

Very much appreciated! Fire away questions when you have them. I am likely going to do the same with your collection. I still drool over the builtins with glass doors. That is one thing I wish I would have done and regret is not get cases with doors. Rookie mistake.

[jcmanske]

Gorgeous collection and beautifully presented--.the room is also laid out so well. Looking forward to watching your collection grow.

[TravelinJack]

Gorgeous collection and beautifully presented--.the room is also laid out so well. Looking forward to watching your collection grow.

Many thanks Jcmanske!

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

That's a really great collection of books you have there TravelinJack. Hope they are getting read. :)

[TravelinJack]

That's a really great collection of books you have there TravelinJack. Hope they are getting read. :)

Thank you Mr. Rabbit Trick. I have readers copies for my books, thank goodness. What I like to do is flip through the limiteds as I work my way through the reader copy to see the illustrations. I am too scared to actually read one of the limiteds.

Every time I see your signature, you have no idea how tempted I am.

[andyg75]

Great collection!

[TravelinJack]

Great collection!

Thank ya kindly!

[Brian861]

Very nice collection, Jack!

[TravelinJack]

Very nice collection, Jack!

Thanks Brian! I've got some new stuff I need to reshuffle into display somehow and repost a couple pictures. It's funny. Every time a new book arrives, I want to reorganize the whole thing.

[Brian861]

Very nice collection, Jack!

Thanks Brian! I've got some new stuff I need to reshuffle into display somehow and repost a couple pictures. It's funny. Every time a new book arrives, I want to reorganize the whole thing.

Yea, we collectors are an anal bunch :)

[TravelinJack]

Very nice collection, Jack!

Thanks Brian! I've got some new stuff I need to reshuffle into display somehow and repost a couple pictures. It's funny. Every time a new book arrives, I want to reorganize the whole thing.

Yea, we collectors are an anal bunch :)

Isn't that the truth.

[andyg75]

Very nice collection, Jack!

Thanks Brian! I've got some new stuff I need to reshuffle into display somehow and repost a couple pictures. It's funny. Every time a new book arrives, I want to reorganize the whole thing.

So it's not just me who does that then :lol1:

[TravelinJack]

Very nice collection, Jack!

Thanks Brian! I've got some new stuff I need to reshuffle into display somehow and repost a couple pictures. It's funny. Every time a new book arrives, I want to reorganize the whole thing.

So it's not just me who does that then :lol1:

Good to know I'm in like company. I have a few books coming in and it's tough to wait for the rest of them before a reorder of things.

[dnemec]

I was out of town last weekend, so I just found this thread. WOW. I agree with you - books should be in every room! My office has 95% of my collectibles, but nearly every other room in the house has bookshelves. Unfortunately, my boyfriend isn't much of a reader, but he doesn't care if I put books everywhere so we get along just fine. :P

BTW, I love the normal family pillow, too!

[TravelinJack]

I was out of town last weekend, so I just found this thread. WOW. I agree with you - books should be in every room! My office has 95% of my collectibles, but nearly every other room in the house has bookshelves. Unfortunately, my boyfriend isn't much of a reader, but he doesn't care if I put books everywhere so we get along just fine. :P

BTW, I love the normal family pillow, too!

Thanks for your note! Glad you like that pillow too. It's a fun one.

There is just something about having books around, right? Even if it's not a collectible or the one you are reading at the moment. That's great your boyfriend doesn't mind the growing or scattered stacks.

Funny personal factoid: my wife wasn't much of a reader either. We started reading Mr. Mercedes together, and she got through it faster than I did and worked through the trilogy. She isn't a huge King fan as I am, but it jump started her back into reading.

[TravelinJack]

Dark Tower movie poster arrived yesterday and I was able to hang it up today. This is the wall outside our cinema. I really like how you can hang the Dark Tower poster either way. For now this'll do.

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[Randall Flagg]

Pics of the theater?

[TravelinJack]

Pics of the theater?

Sure thing. I should be able to post those up tomorrow. This theater was the coolest thing, hobby wise (outside of my book collection) that I've done. We haven't been out to a movie in about two years because of this thing. I had been wanting to build a commercial private cinema in our basement for a very long time and finally made it happen. From Sound Isolation, Measured Acoustic Treatments, Bi-Amplified ProAudio Matched speakers throughout, and plenty of amplification. I could watch movies all day long.

Ok - got a bit carried away there. It was a really fun project that I was nervous about at first, but thankfully turned out wonderfully. More to come.

[zelig]

Pics of the theater?

Nevermind the pics. Send us tickets to the next showing!

[TravelinJack]

Pics of the theater?

Nevermind the pics. Send us tickets to the next showing!

Absolutely! It would be selfish not to share. :-) The Dark Tower is being released in 'Dolby Atmos' of which was a main criteria to our theater. If you haven't experianced a native Atmos movie in a real Atmos theater, whew, it's phenomenal. For those going to a cinema to watch DT, please try to find a Dolby Atmos enabled theater if there is one close to you. Not to mention watching 'It' in an atmos theater. It will be a worthwhile experiance.

Just to preface, our theater isn't huge. Only seats 7, but is comfy and well balanced.

[TravelinJack]

Here are some pics of the build out where we just got done with the framing and drywall, mounts etc and have put down all the acoustic treatments. Not the best pictures, but kind of gives an idea of what goes on beneath the surface.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/Theater%20Acoustics.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/Theater%20Acoustics.jpg.html)

This is the ceiling:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/Theater%20Ceiling%20Treatments.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/Theater%20Ceiling%20Treatments.jpg.html)

[TravelinJack]

Here is the hallway down to the theater:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0055.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0055.jpg.html)


This is a shot of all the Theater Equipment / Devices (Processors, Amps, Kaleidescape, etc):

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0054.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0054.jpg.html)


Here is behind the rack (our network/AV closet) This is for my fellow geeks:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0056.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0056.jpg.html)

[TravelinJack]

Here are pictures of the finished theater: A couple of notes (The walls and ceiling are stretch fabric which are acoustically transparent so that the sound will hit the acoustic treatments). The goal of the theater was to create sort of a vessel feel, hence the arched columns and beams. I know this isn't King or DT related, but hope you enjoy. It took about 8 months to finish but was well worth it. It's a treat every time we watch something. If you have any questions, I'd be happy to answer.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0053.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0053.jpg.html)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0050.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Home%20Cinema/IMG_0050.jpg.html)

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[webstar1000]

I thought my theater was bad ass. I have Wilkins Bowers CM line and 11.2.... but this is just wow. How many watts is that running? I love it. Nice job...


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[TravelinJack]

I thought my theater was bad ass. I have Wilkins Bowers CM line and 11.2.... but this is just wow. How many watts is that running? I love it. Nice job...


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Webstar - You have a sweet setup for sure. Those are great speakers and 11.2 is excellent! I went a bit over the top and got carried away.

Here is the amp breakdown:

-Front Mains (Left, Center, Right) 450W to each Low Frequency (LF) Channel (12" woofer) and 200W to each High Frequency (HF) Channel (Tweeter)
-All Surround Channels, including the ceiling speakers are 300W for the LF and 100W for the HF
-The Two Main 15" Subwoofers have 1000W Each.

About 7950W total. Craziness. But it creates extremely clear highs and mids, with very well balanced bass. The full range sound is something for both movies and for music or concert blurays. I think what really makes most of a difference is having the dedicated space and the isolation and acoustic treatment. It really allows for a much cleaner sound.

[webstar1000]

I thought my theater was bad ass. I have Wilkins Bowers CM line and 11.2.... but this is just wow. How many watts is that running? I love it. Nice job...


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Webstar - You have a sweet setup for sure. Those are great speakers and 11.2 is excellent! I went a bit over the top and got carried away.

Here is the amp breakdown:

-Front Mains (Left, Center, Right) 450W to each Low Frequency (LF) Channel (12" woofer) and 200W to each High Frequency (HF) Channel (Tweeter)
-All Surround Channels, including the ceiling speakers are 300W for the LF and 100W for the HF
-The Two Main 15" Subwoofers have 1000W Each.

So that is 7950W total. Craziness. But it creates extremely clear highs and mids, with very well balanced bass. The full range sound is something for both movies and for music or concert blurays. I think what really makes most of a difference is having the dedicated space and the isolation and acoustic treatment. It really allows for a much cleaner sound.

I'm impressed. I am 5500 so you got me beat! Nothing like big sounds for a movie eh?


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[TravelinJack]

Love dynamic sound. Really pulls you in. So, you've got 4 up top as well?

[sharki69]

That's a spaceship right there !!! Very impressive.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Ill bring the popcorn! That's awesome, man

[zelig]

Love it.

[TravelinJack]

That's a spaceship right there !!! Very impressive.

We have lift off. :-) Many thanks!


Ill bring the popcorn! That's awesome, man

Heck yeah, sounds like a plan. It would pretty awesome to have a DT Forum screening of It or The Dark Tower or both.


Love it.

Really appreciate it!

[Merlin1958]

I for one am in awe!!!! Very nice, TJ!!!!!

[TravelinJack]

I for one am in awe!!!! Very nice, TJ!!!!!

Awe-some! Many thanks!

[zelig]

Bruce can bring his popcorn machine.

[TravelinJack]

Bruce can bring his popcorn machine.

I can hear the kernels popping now. You know, I'm still trying to figure out how the first person that came up with popcorn did it. Seems like it had to have been an accident right? Corn field caught fire and there were all these yummy puffs about?

Whoever figured it out, many thanks because I can eat me some fresh popped goodness.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's absolutely fantastic. How big is the screen?

[needfulthings]

WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY BUT.....
SUPERCALIFFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS!

[webstar1000]

Love dynamic sound. Really pulls you in. So, you've got 4 up top as well?

I do. What brand are you speakers? I am 4K 3D projection too with a 119" screen

[TravelinJack]

That's absolutely fantastic. How big is the screen?

Thanks! The screen is 110" for 1.85:1 (Standard widescreen) and 130" for 2.35:1 or 2.40:1 (Cinemascope Widescreen). There is an auto masking for the sides of the screen.


WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY BUT.....
SUPERCALIFFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS!

Um diddle diddle diddle um diddle ay!



Love dynamic sound. Really pulls you in. So, you've got 4 up top as well?

I do. What brand are you speakers? I am 4K 3D projection too with a 119" screen

Awesome! I am a huge huge fan of the new Dolby Atmos and DTS:X processing. Makes a world of difference. They even got the upmix down right finally.

Speakers are ProAudioTechnology http://proaudiotechnology.com

Mains and surrounds are (SCRS-12ai) http://proaudiotechnology.com/scrs-12ai.html

Woofers are (LFC-15SM) http://proaudiotechnology.com/lfc-15sm.html

Using their DSP Amps (These are pretty amazing) http://proaudiotechnology.com/amplifiers.html

Marantz 8802a Pre/Pro - http://us.marantz.com/us/products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=avseparates&ProductId=AV8802A

Projector is Sony VPL-675ES - http://www.sony.com/electronics/projector/vpl-vw675es

[webstar1000]

That's absolutely fantastic. How big is the screen?

Thanks! The screen is 110" for 1.85:1 (Standard widescreen) and 130" for 2.35:1 or 2.40:1 (Cinemascope Widescreen). There is an auto masking for the sides of the screen.


WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY BUT.....
SUPERCALIFFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS!

Um diddle diddle diddle um diddle ay!



Love dynamic sound. Really pulls you in. So, you've got 4 up top as well?

I do. What brand are you speakers? I am 4K 3D projection too with a 119" screen

Awesome! I am a huge huge fan of the new Dolby Atmos and DTS:X processing. Makes a world of difference. They even got the upmix down right finally.

Speakers are ProAudioTechnology http://proaudiotechnology.com

Mains and surrounds are (SCRS-12ai) http://proaudiotechnology.com/scrs-12ai.html

Woofers are (LFC-15SM) http://proaudiotechnology.com/lfc-15sm.html

Using their DSP Amps (These are pretty amazing) http://proaudiotechnology.com/amplifiers.html

Marantz 8802a Pre/Pro - http://us.marantz.com/us/products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=avseparates&ProductId=AV8802A

Projector is Sony VPL-675ES - http://www.sony.com/electronics/projector/vpl-vw675es

VERY impressive... VERY VERY impressed. Nice job.. I cannot imagine the cost you have into this room. Great work:)

[TravelinJack]

VERY impressive... VERY VERY impressed. Nice job.. I cannot imagine the cost you have into this room. Great work:)

I really appreciate it. Yeah, it wasn't cheap. My wife was really worried about it at first. Then I started to get worried about it as well. It was taking quite some time and of course there were changes and extra costs along the way. It was a bit of a stressful period of time. Thankfully it all worked out. In fact when it was all done and we got into calibration mode the excitement was building. Then when we watched the first movie in it (Which was a really tough choice, but ultimately went with Intersteller as it was something we all hadn't seen and thought would be cinematic enough). Wow was it an experience. I got worried for a bit during some of the actual travel scenes. It felt like we were in the shuttle and I thought the ceiling was going to come down. My wife, who like movies, but isn't a nutsoid like me and would have been fine without the theater was awestruck by it. That made it all worth it, she really enjoys it. Our two boys, well, this was an easy one for them to be pleased about. I did a transformers movie marathon with my older boy (13) and it was fantastic. Ok, see I start to babble about it.

But yes, between the Theater and the Book Collecting, I'm going to run dry pretty soon. lol. Why couldn't I have just been interested in collecting stamps or something. Matchbox cars. Something a tad less expensive. :-)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I have one more question. How would you compare the picture image to Blu-ray on a normal (or in my case HD projection) TV? Better, worse, the same?

[TravelinJack]

I have one more question. How would you compare the picture image to Blu-ray on a normal (or in my case HD projection) TV? Better, worse, the same?

Sure thing. This is a good question. When I was putting all this together my main focus was on audio much more so than the video. I wanted a good picture but excellent audio and surround sound. I did end up getting a very nice projector but it really wasn't until we started watching it that I realized how crisp of a picture it put out. One thing of note is this is the first projector I have ever owned. I'm used to flat panels previous and of course the days of CRTs and rear projection. So I went in thinking I couldn't get as nice of a picture on a projector as I could get on a TV.

Ok, so to answer the question, and this could be because the room does get full dark, but that projector puts out the clearest picture I have ever seen. With that said I do think if I were to put an LED TV in the same room it would look just as good. I think if you can't get a full dark room or close to it a LED is a better route to go. But if you need a large size, can darken the room the projection is the way to go. Especially for anything HD and Bluray. And now with HDR and 4K videos. Its pretty phenomenal how far we've come.

[The Library Policeman]

I don't have a question but I just wanted to tell you your home cinema looks fantastic!

[webstar1000]

Why are you not involved with the best scene thread man!!?! You obviously love movies!


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[peripheral]

Dude, I just got everyone in my family to come around the computer to look at pictures of your computer room. Man, I am equal parts awe and envy... What an amazing set up...

[needfulthings]

Did you POP for a 3D projector? Also I would suggest a region free 3D Blu-Ray player.... It opens up so many options from around the world & not just Blu-Ray.
EXAMPLES
U.K. DVD includes extras not found in the U.S.A. copies
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/8214/F83QA4.jpghttp://imageshack.com/a/img923/7024/tktYCY.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/8956/btIzTA.jpg
U.S.A. Blu-Ray
http://imageshack.com/a/img923/9670/GcEWj9.jpg
U.K .Blu-Ray]
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/4963/y13l3r.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

As soon as I win the Megamillions or you decide to give me your theater room lock, stock and popcorn barrel, I will install my own home theater.

Speaking of 3D movies, why are some so godawful impossible to watch (FRIGHT NIGHT), and some so beautiful (OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL) on my 3D TV?

[Randall Flagg]

As soon as I win the Megamillions or you decide to give me your theater room lock, stock and popcorn barrel, I will install my own home theater.

Speaking of 3D movies, why are some so godawful impossible to watch (FRIGHT NIGHT), and some so beautiful (OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL) on my 3D TV?
Most were digitally altered after filming for the 3d "effect". Movies that are planned as 3d, and shot correctly can look amazing. Another factor is ambient lihting. Most 3d movies command near total darkness in the room or theater, as the phase shift the glasses cause make your mind interpret 3d, but also make the image less bright.

[TravelinJack]

I don't have a question but I just wanted to tell you your home cinema looks fantastic!

Much appreciated! BTW - are you related to Mr. Bookman The Library Detective from Seinfeld? :-)


Why are you not involved with the best scene thread man!!?! You obviously love movies!
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Good point, yeah, I'll have to poke around that thread some. In fact, I've been trying to catalog great scenes for demo purposes lately. I bet there are some great scenes just for that in the thread.


Dude, I just got everyone in my family to come around the computer to look at pictures of your computer room. Man, I am equal parts awe and envy... What an amazing set up...

That's awesome, glad you all enjoyed it. Wish I could give you a live demo.


Did you POP for a 3D projector? Also I would suggest a region free 3D Blu-Ray player.... It opens up so many options from around the world & not just Blu-Ray.
EXAMPLES
U.K. DVD includes extras not found in the U.S.A. copies
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/8214/F83QA4.jpghttp://imageshack.com/a/img923/7024/tktYCY.jpg
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/8956/btIzTA.jpg
U.S.A. Blu-Ray
http://imageshack.com/a/img923/9670/GcEWj9.jpg
U.K .Blu-Ray]
http://imageshack.com/a/img924/4963/y13l3r.jpg

Yes, good to go with 3D but haven't watched much in the way of 3D. I should though. I'll have to check out your recommendations. Thanks for that! I think my BD player is region free. Need to double check that.


As soon as I win the Megamillions or you decide to give me your theater room lock, stock and popcorn barrel, I will install my own home theater.

Speaking of 3D movies, why are some so godawful impossible to watch (FRIGHT NIGHT), and some so beautiful (OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL) on my 3D TV?

I do hope you win the Mega Millions. In case you need numbers I heard 4, 8, 15, 16, 23 and 42 are lucky.



As soon as I win the Megamillions or you decide to give me your theater room lock, stock and popcorn barrel, I will install my own home theater.

Speaking of 3D movies, why are some so godawful impossible to watch (FRIGHT NIGHT), and some so beautiful (OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL) on my 3D TV?
Most were digitally altered after filming for the 3d "effect". Movies that are planned as 3d, and shot correctly can look amazing. Another factor is ambient lihting. Most 3d movies command near total darkness in the room or theater, as the phase shift the glasses cause make your mind interpret 3d, but also make the image less bright.

Agreed, lighting makes a world of difference. Great breakdown of real 3D and processed 3D. I find that, and this could totally be in my head, movies that are processed 3D after the fact are the ones I tend to strain my eyes during.

[TravelinJack]

Got some new King related items added to the collection. An influx of artwork.

Here are some portfolios I have added:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1060.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1060.jpg.html)

And some framed Signed and/or S/L prints from Whelan! I really like these. I have a few still getting framed, should have them back in a couple weeks. Now the tough part. Where to put these?

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1053.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1053.jpg.html)

6/99 This may very well be my favorite.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1054.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1054.jpg.html)

Or this, hard to pick.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1056.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1056.jpg.html)

Or maybe this one. Ok, who needs favorites. I like them all.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1057.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1057.jpg.html)

These two are cool because the frames and matting match:

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1059%20copy.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1059%20copy.jpg.html)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1058%20copy.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1058%20copy.jpg.html)

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

The riding through the gate is my favorite of the bunch.

Where to put them? That's easy. Well packaged in a nice box and send it to me. I'll split the postage.

[TravelinJack]

The riding through the gate is my favorite of the bunch.

Where to put them? That's easy. Well packaged in a nice box and send it to me. I'll split the postage.

Agreed, that's a great one. Very funny as to where to put them.

[Merlin1958]

Remember when "Bose" was the shit? lol lol

[TravelinJack]

Remember when "Bose" was the shit? lol lol

That's hilarious - indeed I do.

[Brian861]

Very nice setup, Jake!

[TravelinJack]

Very nice setup, Jake!

Thanks Brian!

[Br!an]

I'd watch a lot more movies if I had that set-up! Very nice!

[Merlin1958]

I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

[Brian861]

I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

WTG, Bill! Kick it old school!

[Merlin1958]

I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

WTG, Bill! Kick it old school!

Old school? lol lol Best set of speakers I ever bought!!! I buy/bought nothing but, Bose since I heard a demo of the clock radio on the seaport pier in NYC in 1986 during the celebration. I have 2 wave radio's, Acoustimass, bookshelf and towers and the Bose center channel speaker. Pisses my kids off to no end!!! lol lol

Sorry, TJ didn't mean to hijack the thread. I'll go listen to some "Old Time R&R"!!! lol lol

[Girlystevedave]

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_0992.jpg

Is that copy of Boy's Life the 25th anniversary edition? I just happened to come across an image of that earlier today (yes, I am obsessed at the moment. It's just in my nature to go head over heels for whatever I'm into at the time. haha)
and that cover is one of the most incredible things ever. :drool:

[TravelinJack]

I'd watch a lot more movies if I had that set-up! Very nice!

Thanks Brian! Lot's of movie watching for sure. The funny thing is, I have been rewatching movies I never got to experiance on the big screen. Or it's just been years. Lot's of fun! I recently watched the remastered bluray of Blade Runner. My god they nailed it with the remastered audio. Same with Star Wars, did a marathon with my oldest son (13) it was a lot of fun.


I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

Did he just say Acoustimass!!??



I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

WTG, Bill! Kick it old school!

Old school indeed. :-)




I still LOVE my Bose Acoustimass!!! lol lol

WTG, Bill! Kick it old school!

Old school? lol lol Best set of speakers I ever bought!!! I buy/bought nothing but, Bose since I heard a demo of the clock radio on the seaport pier in NYC in 1986 during the celebration. I have 2 wave radio's, Acoustimass, bookshelf and towers and the Bose center channel speaker. Pisses my kids off to no end!!! lol lol

Sorry, TJ didn't mean to hijack the thread. I'll go listen to some "Old Time R&R"!!! lol lol

No worries. It was fun reading this. I dig Bose's wave setup and even their new line of soundtouches.


http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_0992.jpg

Is that copy of Boy's Life the 25th anniversary edition? I just happened to come across an image of that earlier today (yes, I am obsessed at the moment. It's just in my nature to go head over heels for whatever I'm into at the time. haha)
and that cover is one of the most incredible things ever. :drool:

Yes that is. Not only is it one of my favorite books, but also one of my favorite non-king S/Ls. I would say a must have for any McCammon fan. Let me know if you are looking for one.

[Merlin1958]

Ah well, you need to have very deep pockets to keep up with technology these days. Here I am a disabled, one eyed and retired 'Captain of Industry". sigh!!! lol lol lol Very cool set up ya got there, my brother!!!

[TravelinJack]

Ah well, you need to have very deep pockets to keep up with technology these days. Here I am a disabled, one eyed and retired 'Captain of Industry". sigh!!! lol lol lol Very cool set up ya got there, my brother!!!

The cost of technology is getting out of control these days, isn't that the truth. Thanks again Merlin!

[Girlystevedave]

Yes that is. Not only is it one of my favorite books, but also one of my favorite non-king S/Ls. I would say a must have for any McCammon fan. Let me know if you are looking for one.

I would most definitely be interested in owning one if I had the sort of money that they seem to be running. :lol:
I can certainly see why a collector would want that on their shelf. I'm less interested in the collectible aspect of it and more interested in that phenomenal artwork on the sleeve. :thumbsup:

[TravelinJack]

Yes that is. Not only is it one of my favorite books, but also one of my favorite non-king S/Ls. I would say a must have for any McCammon fan. Let me know if you are looking for one.

I would most definitely be interested in owning one if I had the sort of money that they seem to be running. :lol:
I can certainly see why a collector would want that on their shelf. I'm less interested in the collectible aspect of it and more interested in that phenomenal artwork on the sleeve. :thumbsup:

I'm in a very Random Act of Kindness zone. A very interesting thing happened today. I was with my wife and our youngest son for lunch today and then Ice Cream after. A nice little ma' and pa' ice cream shop in our area - homemade deliciousness. So, we were in line and placed our order and was getting ready to pay and we were told it was paid for by the person that was before us. I tried to see if I could find that person but he had already left. The gal at the counter and my wife and I agreed how nice and random that was. Pretty amazing really. It was not only surprising, but just so neat how something so simple had such a positive effect.

With that said, I would like to 'pay it forward' in hopes that in some way it will create the same positive energy for you and someone you come across tomorrow. It was nice to read, across a few threads, how much you had enjoyed Boy's Life and I agree, such great story by a great author. This was a really well done S/L edition and any McCammon fan, that has read and enjoyed Boy's Life such as you did I think would really enjoy this edition. I would like to send you an extra copy of mine. Please PM me with shipping address and I'll take care of it from there.

Pay it forward! :-)

[Randall Flagg]

Classy, kind, and wonderful.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

That is awesome. Very cool gesture :thumbsup:


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[TravelinJack]

Classy, kind, and wonderful.


That is awesome. Very cool gesture :thumbsup:


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Very kind of you guys to say that.

[Girlystevedave]

I uh. I am without words right now.

[zelig]

Great gesture. Good for you.

[TravelinJack]

I uh. I am without words right now.

:biggrin:


Great gesture. Good for you.

Thanks for the kind note.

[Girlystevedave]

Any kind words I have won't compare to this awesome gesture. Wow.
You have left me stunned tonight. :lol:

[TravelinJack]

Any kind words I have won't compare to this awesome gesture. Wow.
You have left me stunned tonight. :lol:

My pleasure. Enjoy!

[biomieg]

That is an awesome and inspiring gesture!

[The Library Policeman]

That's a lovely thing to do. Well done!

[peripheral]

Wow... Paying it forward. What a kind and generous thing to do. Nice one, mate...

[stroppygoblin]

Very cool. It's reading posts like that which make me proud to be a member of this site. :thumbsup:

[webstar1000]

Classy, kind, and wonderful.

100% Agree. Love it.

[TravelinJack]

I very much appreciate everyone's kind remarks and comments. One thing I wanted to add, that is important, is although the random act of kindness my family and I endured at the ice cream shop was a wonderful surprise, I was also motivated by this forum. I haven't been a member for very long and am amazed by the warm welcome, the kind folks such as yourselves. The fun conversations, informative conversations, and yes even the crazier ones. In a short time many of you have already surprised me with acts of kindness from actual books (the rebound Firestarter, Eyes of the Dragon, and many others) to inclusion for feedback on projects, and other things outside of the forum. Seriously, from words of caution on certain editions I was pursuing and potential legitimacy issues or high cost concerns. This group really has each other's backs. You name it, this is truly a great bunch. It would be a long list if I named out everyone that has helped me in some way. So, I will just say: I'm grateful to all of you!

[The Library Policeman]

Well said. And I agree :)

[Brian861]

Amazing gesture, Jake!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

I very much appreciate everyone's kind remarks and comments. One thing I wanted to add, that is important, is although the random act of kindness my family and I endured at the ice cream shop was a wonderful surprise, I was also motivated by this forum. I haven't been a member for very long and am amazed by the warm welcome, the kind folks such as yourselves. The fun conversations, informative conversations, and yes even the crazier ones. In a short time many of you have already surprised me with acts of kindness from actual books (the rebound Firestarter, Eyes of the Dragon, and many others) to inclusion for feedback on projects, and other things outside of the forum. Seriously, from words of caution on certain editions I was pursuing and potential legitimacy issues or high cost concerns. This group really has each other's backs. You name it, this is truly a great bunch. It would be a long list if I named out everyone that has helped me in some way. So, I will just say: I'm grateful to all of you!

Very well said. This is what our community is all about. We're happy to have you here, brother :thumbsup:


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[TravelinJack]

Well said. And I agree :)


Amazing gesture, Jake!



I very much appreciate everyone's kind remarks and comments. One thing I wanted to add, that is important, is although the random act of kindness my family and I endured at the ice cream shop was a wonderful surprise, I was also motivated by this forum. I haven't been a member for very long and am amazed by the warm welcome, the kind folks such as yourselves. The fun conversations, informative conversations, and yes even the crazier ones. In a short time many of you have already surprised me with acts of kindness from actual books (the rebound Firestarter, Eyes of the Dragon, and many others) to inclusion for feedback on projects, and other things outside of the forum. Seriously, from words of caution on certain editions I was pursuing and potential legitimacy issues or high cost concerns. This group really has each other's backs. You name it, this is truly a great bunch. It would be a long list if I named out everyone that has helped me in some way. So, I will just say: I'm grateful to all of you!

Very well said. This is what our community is all about. We're happy to have you here, brother :thumbsup:


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I appreciate the kind words!

[TravelinJack]

I finally received my Letters From Hell Broadside back from the framer. I decided it was only right to have it next to the Joe Hill Broadside. Sorry for the reflections on the glass.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1116.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1116.jpg.html)

[TravelinJack]

I also got a few more prints back from the framer and need to get them hung up soon, redoing the office walls a bit. Probably next week.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's a HELL of a nice layout.

[TravelinJack]

That's a HELL of a nice layout.

Thanks, I appreciate your LETTERS.

[Randall Flagg]

Shame on me, but I wasn't even aware of the Joe Hill broadside.

[TravelinJack]

http://subterraneanpress.com/hill-silver-waters

By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain was the short story used for the broadside. Joe Hill's dedication if you will to Ray Bradbury. I can't recall which anthology this short story was published in.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

http://subterraneanpress.com/hill-silver-waters

By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain was the short story used for the broadside. Joe Hill's dedication if you will to Ray Bradbury. I can't recall which anthology this short story was published in.

Shadow Show

[TravelinJack]

http://subterraneanpress.com/hill-silver-waters

By the Silver Water of Lake Champlain was the short story used for the broadside. Joe Hill's dedication if you will to Ray Bradbury. I can't recall which anthology this short story was published in.

Shadow Show

Ah, right. Thanks!

[TravelinJack]

Had some time to find a home for the Whelan DT S/L prints. Happy to finally have these up.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1117.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1117.jpg.html)

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[Brian861]

Looking good, Jake!

[Girlystevedave]

Your set-up is absolutely stunning. :o

[jreitan47]

Beautiful collection and set up!

[TravelinJack]

Looking good, Jake!


Your set-up is absolutely stunning. :o


Beautiful collection and set up!

Thanks everyone, for the nice compliments!

Now when working in my office and I feel frustrated with something or start to get lazy, I can look up and see Roland. He'd probably scold me, "those who get frustrated or lazy with work have forgotten the face of their father" then back to work I go realizing, it's not all that bad.

[peripheral]

That's a nice set-up!

[TravelinJack]

Much appreciated :smile:

[Brian861]

Now when working in my office and I feel frustrated with something or start to get lazy, I can look up and see Roland. He'd probably scold me, "those who get frustrated or lazy with work have forgotten the face of their father" then back to work I go realizing, it's not all that bad.

My father mainly bitched about management so I definitely haven't forgotten his face LOL. If you're self-employed, that might be an issue :)

[TravelinJack]

Now when working in my office and I feel frustrated with something or start to get lazy, I can look up and see Roland. He'd probably scold me, "those who get frustrated or lazy with work have forgotten the face of their father" then back to work I go realizing, it's not all that bad.

My father mainly bitched about management so I definitely haven't forgotten his face LOL. If you're self-employed, that might be an issue :)

Isn't that the truth. :smile:

[Merlin1958]

:rock::rock::rock::rock::rock:

[Girlystevedave]

So, Travelin Jack has urged me to share a story with you guys...
As most of you saw in the thread recently, Travelin Jack did an awesome thing by gifting me with one of his rare copies of Robert McCammon's Boy's Life because I had fallen head over heels in love with the story and he was motivated to pay-it-forward because a stranger had inspired him. I was reluctant to accept the book at first because it was such a huge deal, but he assured me that he really wanted to pass it along to me. The deal, he said, was that I had to agree to pay-it-forward to someone else.
I agreed because I thought this was a very awesome agreement (and because I really wanted my hands on that book :lol: ) Well, I paid it forward a few days ago. I visted my local used bookstore and tucked some money and a note inside a paperback copy of The Talisman. Hopefully, when someone picks the book up to read, they will not only get an awesome story, but motivation to keep the positive energy going by paying it forward to someone else.
I shared the story with Travelin Jack so he'd know I kept up my end of the bargain, and he suggested I share it with you guys with hopes that someone else may become motivated as well.
:)

[The Library Policeman]

Excellent guys, well done :)

[andyg75]

So, Travelin Jack has urged me to share a story with you guys...
As most of you saw in the thread recently, Travelin Jack did an awesome thing by gifting me with one of his rare copies of Robert McCammon's Boy's Life because I had fallen head over heels in love with the story and he was motivated to pay-it-forward because a stranger had inspired him. I was reluctant to accept the book at first because it was such a huge deal, but he assured me that he really wanted to pass it along to me. The deal, he said, was that I had to agree to pay-it-forward to someone else.
I agreed because I thought this was a very awesome agreement (and because I really wanted my hands on that book :lol: ) Well, I paid it forward a few days ago. I visted my local used bookstore and tucked some money and a note inside a paperback copy of The Talisman. Hopefully, when someone picks the book up to read, they will not only get an awesome story, but motivation to keep the positive energy going by paying it forward to someone else.
I shared the story with Travelin Jack so he'd know I kept up my end of the bargain, and he suggested I share it with you guys with hopes that someone else may become motivated as well.
:)

Reading this makes me even more convinced that there is more good than bad in the world. Love it! :clap:

[Girlystevedave]

Excellent guys, well done :)




Reading this makes me even more convinced that there is more good than bad in the world. Love it! :clap:

I've really gotta give TravelinJack credit on this. I not only carried out my end of the deal because it was our agreement, but I did (and do) think it was a great idea on his part. It does make me pretty happy to think of the person who picks up that copy of The Talisman. :)

[TravelinJack]

I think I've got to bump the credit back to the guy at the ice-cream shop. Although, the funny and really interesting thing about all of this is, it could have started months or years ago if you think about it. Who knows who started this chain of events. Pretty wild when you think about it.

Girlystevedave I appreciate you sharing your 'pay-it-forward' experience! You had a really clever idea with the note and money in the book. What an incredible and unexpected surprise that will be for that person!! In The Talisman no less, great stuff!

[Girlystevedave]

I think I've got to bump the credit back to the guy at the ice-cream shop. Although the funny, and really interesting thing about all of this is, it could have started months or years ago. Who knows who started this chain of events. Pretty wild when you think about it.

It is crazy to think of how far back this has gone! And also pretty nuts to think of how long it may continue. :)


Girlystevedave had a really clever idea with the note and money in the book. What an incredible and unexpected surprise that will be for that person!! Great stuff.


I figured since the good cheer was spread to me via a book, what better way to "repay" than with another book. I think we can always agree that certain books "stay" with us all our lives and I thought it pretty neat to think of someone always associating their first read of The Talisman with something positive.

[TravelinJack]

I figured since the good cheer was spread to me via a book, what better way to "repay" than with another book. I think we can always agree that certain books "stay" with us all our lives and I thought it pretty neat to think of someone always associating their first read of The Talisman with something positive.

Positive indeed and agreed. They'll get a great surprise along with such an amazing and wild adventure. :thumbsup:

[Brian861]

Awesome, guys! Great of you both!

[becca69]

So, Travelin Jack has urged me to share a story with you guys...
As most of you saw in the thread recently, Travelin Jack did an awesome thing by gifting me with one of his rare copies of Robert McCammon's Boy's Life because I had fallen head over heels in love with the story and he was motivated to pay-it-forward because a stranger had inspired him. I was reluctant to accept the book at first because it was such a huge deal, but he assured me that he really wanted to pass it along to me. The deal, he said, was that I had to agree to pay-it-forward to someone else.
I agreed because I thought this was a very awesome agreement (and because I really wanted my hands on that book :lol: ) Well, I paid it forward a few days ago. I visted my local used bookstore and tucked some money and a note inside a paperback copy of The Talisman. Hopefully, when someone picks the book up to read, they will not only get an awesome story, but motivation to keep the positive energy going by paying it forward to someone else.
I shared the story with Travelin Jack so he'd know I kept up my end of the bargain, and he suggested I share it with you guys with hopes that someone else may become motivated as well.
:)

What a great idea!

[TravelinJack]

I meant to post this a few weeks ago. Thanks to David at Betts, I was able to finally get a S/L of Firestarter!

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1139.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1139.jpg.html)

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[biomieg]

Great, great book!

[Merlin1958]

I meant to post this a few weeks ago. Thanks to David at Betts, I was able to finally get a S/L of Firestarter!

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1139.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1139.jpg.html)

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Whoa!!!! Very nice indeed!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup::ny-yankees-baseball

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Awesome! One of my favorite s/l

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's hot!

[Brian861]

Very nice, Jake!

[becca69]

Congrats. I've been on the hunt too!

[TravelinJack]

Thanks all! I waited a long time to try to track this down. Which, as we know, isn't always the wisest choice with appreciating collectibles. I missed random auctions that seemed to be priced decently.

Then, one random morning not too long ago, I remember asking the forum what the, now-a-days fair price for such a gem would be. Just to make sure I wasn't going to overpay. Consequently, there after I was getting my daily morning Betts Books fix in (it has become just as regular as coffee it seems) and poof, there it was. Couldn't believe it. I drew for my phone with gunslinger like speed so I could email David. Of course, in the process I snagged the edge of my pocket. Without having the best grip, my phone goes flying out of my hands falling to the floor (not so gunslinger). I opened up my email and typed as fast as Edris Alba's version of Roland was loading a spinning sixshooter (gunslinger again). The rest is history so the good people say. :)

[dnemec]

Thanks all! I waited a long time to try to track this down. Which, as we know, isn't always the wisest choice with appreciating collectibles. I missed random auctions that seemed to be priced decently.

Then, one random morning not too long ago, I remember asking the forum what the, now-a-days fair price for such a gem would be. Just to make sure I wasn't going to overpay. Consequently, there after I was getting my daily morning Betts Books fix in (it has become just as regular as coffee it seems) and poof, there it was. Couldn't believe it. I drew for my phone with gunslinger like speed so I could email David. Of course, in the process I snagged the edge of my pocket. Without having the best grip, my phone goes flying out of my hands falling to the floor (not so gunslinger). I opened up my email and typed as fast as Edris Alba's version of Roland was loading a spinning sixshooter (gunslinger again). The rest is history so the good people say. :)

You need to keep an email to David in your drafts folder... :evil:

I do NOT have a problem!

[Brian861]

Thanks all! I waited a long time to try to track this down. Which, as we know, isn't always the wisest choice with appreciating collectibles. I missed random auctions that seemed to be priced decently.

Then, one random morning not too long ago, I remember asking the forum what the, now-a-days fair price for such a gem would be. Just to make sure I wasn't going to overpay. Consequently, there after I was getting my daily morning Betts Books fix in (it has become just as regular as coffee it seems) and poof, there it was. Couldn't believe it. I drew for my phone with gunslinger like speed so I could email David. Of course, in the process I snagged the edge of my pocket. Without having the best grip, my phone goes flying out of my hands falling to the floor (not so gunslinger). I opened up my email and typed as fast as Edris Alba's version of Roland was loading a spinning sixshooter (gunslinger again). The rest is history so the good people say. :)

You need to keep an email to David in your drafts folder... :evil:

I do NOT have a problem!

:nope:

[TravelinJack]

You need to keep an email to David in your drafts folder... :evil:

I do NOT have a problem!

Hmm, not a bad idea.





:nope:

Funny. At least I'm not alone.

[Girlystevedave]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

[TravelinJack]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

[becca69]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

[TravelinJack]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

[webstar1000]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

$1000?? That is too high my good man...

[becca69]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

$1000?? That is too high my good man...

Try to negotiate. It also includes a dust jacket.

[becca69]

BTW - Firestarter prices have doubled in the last 6 months. I've been looking for a decently priced book for ages.

[webstar1000]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

$1000?? That is too high my good man...

Try to negotiate. It also includes a dust jacket.

I would say offer under $500. Jacket is $100 I would guess... What do you think Becca?
the original sold a year or two ago at autciton for $11K. I am sure that would be much higher now!

[Kingfan24]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

$1000?? That is too high my good man...

Try to negotiate. It also includes a dust jacket.

I would say offer under $500. Jacket is $100 I would guess... What do you think Becca?
the original sold a year or two ago at autciton for $11K. I am sure that would be much higher now!

The original changed hands shortly after for 17k I believe.

[TravelinJack]

Wow 11K to 17K for the original. Crazy.

Yeah 1K for a print, even S/L, is too much. I am going to hold out until I can get my hands on one around the 500 mark.

The original would be neat to just see. I have two young boys in the house, that pretty much eliminates original artwork for me. They keep there paws off the books, but art work is so tempting. Although I was somewhat surprised when I hung my Whelan DT prints. My oldest (13) is really intrigued by it. Even my four year old comes into my office to just look at those. Fascinating really.

I told the 13 y/o he's not ready for DT yet, but is ready for EOTD. So that is on his summer reading list.

[webstar1000]

That Firestarter cover art is sweet!

Agreed. I've been on the hunt for the s/l print.

https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=19200284157&searchurl=sortby%3D1%26tn%3Dfirestarter%26an%3Dste phen%2Bking%26sgnd%3Don

Thanks for the link.

$1000?? That is too high my good man...

Try to negotiate. It also includes a dust jacket.

I would say offer under $500. Jacket is $100 I would guess... What do you think Becca?
the original sold a year or two ago at autciton for $11K. I am sure that would be much higher now!

The original changed hands shortly after for 17k I believe.

No was bought by a member here but did not change hands for that much more my man. I am privy to the deal and it was to another member and was for a very very small modest increase.

[becca69]

$100 for dust jacket is reasonable. I don't know what the S/L prints have sold for recently, if at all - there are only 200, but keep in mind it is also double matted and framed, which is $250 or so.

[becca69]

Wow 11K to 17K for the original. Crazy.

Yeah 1K for a print, even S/L, is too much. I am going to hold out until I can get my hands on one around the 500 mark.

The original would be neat to just see. I have two young boys in the house, that pretty much eliminates original artwork for me. They keep there paws off the books, but art work is so tempting. Although I was somewhat surprised when I hung my Whelan DT prints. My oldest (13) is really intrigued by it. Even my four year old comes into my office to just look at those. Fascinating really.

I told the 13 y/o he's not ready for DT yet, but is ready for EOTD. So that is on his summer reading list.

I started reading King at age 11. :evil:

[TravelinJack]

Wow 11K to 17K for the original. Crazy.

Yeah 1K for a print, even S/L, is too much. I am going to hold out until I can get my hands on one around the 500 mark.

The original would be neat to just see. I have two young boys in the house, that pretty much eliminates original artwork for me. They keep there paws off the books, but art work is so tempting. Although I was somewhat surprised when I hung my Whelan DT prints. My oldest (13) is really intrigued by it. Even my four year old comes into my office to just look at those. Fascinating really.

I told the 13 y/o he's not ready for DT yet, but is ready for EOTD. So that is on his summer reading list.

I started reading King at age 11. :evil:

I remember being around that age 11 or 12 as well. My sister had me read It, talk about a whopper of nightmares. That and one of my older brothers always wanted me to watch Horror movies with him. I'm pretty sure I saw Exorcist at 10 or 11. Surprised I don't have a few hinges loose. :-p

[Brian861]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

[The Library Policeman]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

Haha :D

[andyg75]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

:emot-roflolmao:

[TravelinJack]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:

[andyg75]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:

Am I the only one who read it for the gripping storylines? :)

[TravelinJack]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:

Am I the only one who read it for the gripping storylines? :)

Funny! - The strangest thing is when I saw that Brian861 wrote 'read' my mind for some reason shot to two places 'Dial-up' and him just getting pissed at the lack of a good connection (and probably material) and god know's why, but I swear he was mistaking the Fabio cozy romances for porn. Bwhahaha. Fabio.... bwhahahahaha 'I can't believe it's not Butter'!

[peripheral]

'I can't believe it's not Butter'!

You just unlocked a repressed memory in me...:beat:

:rofl:

[TravelinJack]

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xszIaNpYILY


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xszIaNpYILY&app=desktop

[TravelinJack]

I tried Brian's trick at removing the 's' for the video to work. No dice.

[Brian861]

Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

Haha :D



Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

:emot-roflolmao:



Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:




Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:

Am I the only one who read it for the gripping storylines? :)

They were/are gripping alright :evil:





Didn't discover King til late in high school. Up to that point, I pretty much just read porn.....

He said 'read' porn. :nope:

Am I the only one who read it for the gripping storylines? :)

Funny! - The strangest thing is when I saw that Brian861 wrote 'read' my mind for some reason shot to two places 'Dial-up' and him just getting pissed at the lack of a good connection (and probably material) and god know's why, but I swear he was mistaking the Fabio cozy romances for porn. Bwhahaha. Fabio.... bwhahahahaha 'I can't believe it's not Butter'!



'I can't believe it's not Butter'!

You just unlocked a repressed memory in me...:beat:

:rofl:

:lol:

I meant I read graphic novels :doh: Someone tuning in to see Jack's collection is going to be like, "What the hell did I just walk into?!?"

[Randall Flagg]

I tried Brian's trick at removing the 's' for the video to work. No dice.

You had the URL preceded and post ceded by [IMG] tag's, not [Video] Tags

[TravelinJack]

I meant I read graphic novels :doh: Someone tuning in to see Jack's collection is going to be like, "What the hell did I just walk into?!?"

:emot-roflolmao:

[TravelinJack]

I tried Brian's trick at removing the 's' for the video to work. No dice.

You had the URL preceded and post ceded by [IMG] tag's, not [Video] Tags

Thank you

[Merlin1958]

I tried Brian's trick at removing the 's' for the video to work. No dice.

You had the URL preceded and post ceded by [IMG] tag's, not [Video] Tags

Thank you


Don't go "Thanking" him. He gets a swelled head!!!! lol lol


Then there is no living with him!!!! lol lol

[Ricky]

TravelinJack, after looking through your thread, seeing your collection, office, and theater, I think we're having that gathering at your place. :lol:

Awesome everything!

[TravelinJack]

I tried Brian's trick at removing the 's' for the video to work. No dice.

You had the URL preceded and post ceded by [IMG] tag's, not [Video] Tags



Thank you


Don't go "Thanking" him. He gets a swelled head!!!! lol lol


Then there is no living with him!!!! lol lol

Thought I heard something banging on the door frame. :emot-roflolmao:

[TravelinJack]

TravelinJack, after looking through your thread, seeing your collection, office, and theater, I think we're having that gathering at your place. :lol:

Awesome everything!

I appreciate that. You know, might not be a bad idea. It's close to the right number. Theater seats 7.

[webstar1000]

DAVID HAS YOUR PRINT FOR 550.. GO GET IT!!

[TravelinJack]

DAVID HAS YOUR PRINT FOR 550.. GO GET IT!!

Woot woot!! :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[TravelinJack]

DAVID HAS YOUR PRINT FOR 550.. GO GET IT!!

Thanks to you for the heads up and of course David, I'll be bringing this one home!

[TravelinJack]

I've got a whopper of a new collectible coming my way. Don't want to say what it is just yet. Should have it next week though. Stay tuned!!

[Merlin1958]

I've got a whopper of a new collectible coming my way. Don't want to say what it is just yet. Should have it next week though. Stay tuned!!





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlwnbcxBuzI

[TravelinJack]

Good ol' Tim Curry.

[TravelinJack]

I don't think I mentioned when the auction was done, but I had won the HF Auction #22 - Bill Hodges Rebound Trilogy with six Alex McVey remarques - two in each volume. End of Watch was also signed. I just received them yesterday and couldn't be more happy. There is a reason for the three week delay, check out the pics below and see what Randall Flagg was kind enough to do for me!

A few extra notes: the nubuk custom binding is incredible as is the moire endpapers, great work on that! The remarques by McVey are so cool to see in person, excellent work as well. This is an incredible addition to the collection. Couldn't be happier about it. Thanks to all involved!

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:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[webstar1000]

WOW. I don't know why RF didn't say that was the case for the auction!!! CONGRATS!

[cit74]

very nice - great auction item to win and add to your collection - those extra sig's are awesome

[jcmanske]

Oh, my! Congratulations! Just stunning--it's always nice to get a lagniappe.

[TravelinJack]

WOW. I don't know why RF didn't say that was the case for the auction!!! CONGRATS!

Thanks! - I should clarify, when the auction was over, I had asked RF what the chances of getting the first two signed were. He had offered (since I had MM and FK signed 1st/1sts) that I could ship those to him and then he to the binder and transfer the signature pages over. It was done flawlessly and thank goodness all books made it to and from just fine.


very nice - great auction item to win and add to your collection - those extra sig's are awesome

Thank ya much!


Oh, my! Congratulations! Just stunning--it's always nice to get a lagniappe.

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

[bdwyer19]

Those look fantastic! Congrats on a great auction win!!

[zelig]

Wow, that's really nice! Congrats!

[The Library Policeman]

Amazing! Congratulations. :)

[Brian861]

Very nice, Jack!

[TravelinJack]

Those look fantastic! Congrats on a great auction win!!


Wow, that's really nice! Congrats!


Amazing! Congratulations. :)


Very nice, Jack!

Many thanks to all! :thumbsup:

[Stockerlone]

Supersuperamazing !!!

[stroppygoblin]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

[Br!an]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

Really? :orely: I use "lagniappe" several times a day. :wtf:

It's now been immortalized as the Word of the Day! (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?20488-Word-Of-The-Day&p=1064325&viewfull=1#post1064325)

[TravelinJack]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

Really? :orely: I use "lagniappe" several times a day. :wtf:

It's now been immortalized as the Word of the Day! (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?20488-Word-Of-The-Day&p=1064325&viewfull=1#post1064325)


I'm pretty sure we're going to have to start calling you Dictionary.

[stroppygoblin]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

Really? :orely: I use "lagniappe" several times a day. :wtf:

It's now been immortalized as the Word of the Day! (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?20488-Word-Of-The-Day&p=1064325&viewfull=1#post1064325)


I'm pretty sure we're going to have to start calling you Dictionary.

Actually, sesquipedalian would be a better word for Brian... :evil:

[Ari_Racing]

VERY NICE!

[Br!an]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

Really? :orely: I use "lagniappe" several times a day. :wtf:

It's now been immortalized as the Word of the Day! (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?20488-Word-Of-The-Day&p=1064325&viewfull=1#post1064325)


I'm pretty sure we're going to have to start calling you Dictionary.

Actually, sesquipedalian would be a better word for Brian... :evil:

What does the size of my feet have to do with anything? :wtf:

[stroppygoblin]

Much appreciated. Not going to lie - I had to look lagniappe up. :smile:

The new understanding of the word lagniappe in this case was in itself a lagniappe.... :evil:

Really? :orely: I use "lagniappe" several times a day. :wtf:

It's now been immortalized as the Word of the Day! (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?20488-Word-Of-The-Day&p=1064325&viewfull=1#post1064325)


I'm pretty sure we're going to have to start calling you Dictionary.

Actually, sesquipedalian would be a better word for Brian... :evil:

What does the size of my feet have to do with anything? :wtf:

Ah, another bastardisation by the Colonies... See the English Dictionary (https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/sesquipedalian) meaning...

[becca69]

Lovely!

[shaq]

That is the best rebound set out there. Hands down my favourite, and what a triple whammy! All signed.

Amazing.

Good work getting the pages swapped over.

[Merlin1958]

Wow!! That was very cool of, RF to do for you!!! Excellent!!!! I do love it when a plan can come together for all involved!!!

[TravelinJack]

Lovely!

Thank ya!


That is the best rebound set out there. Hands down my favourite, and what a triple whammy! All signed.

Amazing.

Good work getting the pages swapped over.

Much appreciated, thanks for the kind words.


Wow!! That was very cool of, RF to do for you!!! Excellent!!!! I do love it when a plan can come together for all involved!!!

Agreed, it all came together nicely. I need to thank everyone involved again. Thank you!

[TravelinJack]

So I feel that dustjackets on these just don't do the books justice. I think the nubuk needs to breath and show off that custom binding. It looks good like this.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1224.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1224.jpg.html)

[peripheral]

They look brilliant. Congrats TJ...

[Br!an]

Beautiful!

[The Library Policeman]

Beautiful and I agree, much classier without the DJs. :)

[biomieg]

Much better! To be really honest: I hate the cover art of the trilogy (especially the spines with the smileys). This is much much better)

[Randall Flagg]

The dj's do obscure a beautiful spine. Cool thing is, the owner can display it many a different way.

[TravelinJack]

They look brilliant. Congrats TJ...


Beautiful!


Beautiful and I agree, much classier without the DJs. :)


Much better! To be really honest: I hate the cover art of the trilogy (especially the spines with the smileys). This is much much better)


The dj's do obscure a beautiful spine. Cool thing is, the owner can display it many a different way.

Many thanks everyone! Seeing it in person and feeling the material is amazing, great choice RF.

Btw - a side note on the trilogy DJs there is an annoying flaw, the 'End of Watch' title on the spine is a lighter red and looks faded almost pink/salmon. I have seen this on 3 sets now. Anyone else that have it notice that?

[stroppygoblin]

They look brilliant. Congrats TJ...


Beautiful!


Beautiful and I agree, much classier without the DJs. :)


Much better! To be really honest: I hate the cover art of the trilogy (especially the spines with the smileys). This is much much better)


The dj's do obscure a beautiful spine. Cool thing is, the owner can display it many a different way.

Many thanks everyone! Seeing it in person and feeling the material is amazing, great choice RF.

Btw - a side note on the trilogy DJs there is an annoying flaw, the 'End of Watch' title on the spine is a lighter red and looks faded almost pink/salmon. I have seen this on 3 sets now. Anyone else that have it notice that?

Yes, they used a lighter shade of red for sure. Almost as annoying as the 'Part numbers' on the Green Mile PB spines not lining up....

[TravelinJack]

Don't they know that 90% of collectors have some level of OCD? :wtf:

[TravelinJack]

Hi my good friends in DT land! - It's been a while since I've updated my collection thread. Well, the good news is I have completed my King collection. :dance: That is, with all of my personal gaps, etc. This of course does not include future editions and current pre-orders. I have since been moving most of all my duplicates/multiples aside and am going to be sending to Betts. Most are gift editions, some S/Ls, and some artwork and portfolios. Hopefully some end up on some of your shelves.

I wouldn't have been able to fill these gaps hadn't I received the help from many of you all here. So many many thanks!

I have been continuing my collection for other authors I read and collect (McCammon, Lansdale, GRRM, Brown, Hobbs, Scalzi, Abercrombie, etc). Most in the Sci-Fi / Fantasy genres. I have filled almost all my gaps with non-King books I've been after as well. It feels nice to have some collectible closure so to speak. I have also been listing, here and there, some of my multiples for non-King. I just needed a little 'house cleaning' so that this habit didn't turn hoarding. It was getting close.

Here are some updated picks of the main cases and shelves. A handful of new things as well. As always please feel free to let me know if you want to see any specific books in more details, or have questions, etc.

Thanks for lookin' :thumbsup:




Main cases in my office:

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Top Shelf:

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Close-ups of the below shelves:

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A few more S/L editions, Rebounds, and my flatsigned King books:

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Some of my McCammon overflow and others:

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Misc:

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Just picked these up recently from SP-Books. These numbered limited editions (of 1000) were discussed on another thread (other collectible authors, I think). I really enjoy these a lot. They are handwritten manuscript copies of The Great Gatsby and Frankenstein. Really really neat to read and see their own edits, cross outs, editions, deletions, and notes.

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A few things from our library:

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Not in perfect shape, but was happy to put together a full set from Dark Harvest.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/4be77602-9292-4411-8c54-b9dab46f0b62.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/4be77602-9292-4411-8c54-b9dab46f0b62.jpg.html)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b365/lukeko/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1096_1.jpg (http://s23.photobucket.com/user/lukeko/media/Dark%20Tower%20Forum/IMG_1096_1.jpg.html)

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[herbertwest]

Awesome !

[Brian861]

Looking good! :thumbsup:

[Randall Flagg]

Very impressive.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Outstanding. What are the three books to the left of the Mr. Mercedes trilogy?

[MikeDuke]

Wow. Why do I even bother looking. Extremely impressive collection.

[zelig]

Beautiful!

[TravelinJack]

Awesome !


Looking good! :thumbsup:


Very impressive.


Wow. Why do I even bother looking. Extremely impressive collection.


Beautiful!

Many thanks gents. As always, very much appreciate the kind words. :thumbsup:


Outstanding. What are the three books to the left of the Mr. Mercedes trilogy?

Thanks - that is the rebound version of the Hodges trilogy with McVey remarques and that was up for auction for the Haven foundation 2017. The set was done, fantastically, by Jerome and Bill. Hope I didn't miss anyone. If you go back to page 8 of this thread -Post#188- you'll see more pics and some info.

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Wow...just beautiful :thumbsup:


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[MikeDuke]

I hope one day I can acquire some of the items that you have. I will say it again. It is a great collection.

[TravelinJack]

Wow...just beautiful :thumbsup:

Muchos gracias Amigo!


I hope one day I can acquire some of the items that you have. I will say it again. It is a great collection.

I appreciate the double kindness. Your collection is super sweet too my friend. I've been watching it build up. Fun to see everyones collection's grow. Couldn't do it without this site (or at least would be extremely difficult). As you know, a lot of good people here helping out others with their collections. Sometimes out of nowhere something you've been searching for or hoping for just pops up in a PM from someone making the assist.

[Merlin1958]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[MikeDuke]

I hope one day I can acquire some of the items that you have. I will say it again. It is a great collection.

I appreciate the double kindness. Your collection is super sweet too my friend. I've been watching it build up. Fun to see everyones collection's grow. Couldn't do it without this site (or at least would be extremely difficult). As you know, a lot of good people here helping out others with their collections. Sometimes out of nowhere something you've been searching for or hoping for just pops up in a PM from someone making the assist.
It has taken me a long time to get where I am. I was late to the party on a number of items and now I am playing catch up. But I am trying to get some cool stuff that I missed. And thanks for the nice words about my collection also. I just keep plugging away.

[Cordial Jim]

Wow, an absolutely STELLAR book collection, TravelinJack!! Man, just incredible! I'm in awe and insanely jealous at the same time! :)

[Ricky]

I love how neat and lined-up everything is. Nice job (and congrats)!

[TravelinJack]

I hope one day I can acquire some of the items that you have. I will say it again. It is a great collection.

I appreciate the double kindness. Your collection is super sweet too my friend. I've been watching it build up. Fun to see everyones collection's grow. Couldn't do it without this site (or at least would be extremely difficult). As you know, a lot of good people here helping out others with their collections. Sometimes out of nowhere something you've been searching for or hoping for just pops up in a PM from someone making the assist.
It has taken me a long time to get where I am. I was late to the party on a number of items and now I am playing catch up. But I am trying to get some cool stuff that I missed. And thanks for the nice words about my collection also. I just keep plugging away.

This collecting business is definitely a long game that’s for sure. Keep on pluggin’! Oh, by the way, I tried to reply to your PM but your inbox is full, so it won’t go through.


Wow, an absolutely STELLAR book collection, TravelinJack!! Man, just incredible! I'm in awe and insanely jealous at the same time! :)

I appreciate that Jim. Also, I’m still happy to be in company of a fellow John D fan. :thumbsup:


I love how neat and lined-up everything is. Nice job (and congrats)!

Thanks Ricky. My OCD kicks in big time with the books, I tell ya. :lol:

[TravelinJack]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[MikeDuke]

Sorry about that Jack. Should be more space now.
Thanks
Mike

[TravelinJack]

I hope one day I can acquire some of the items that you have. I will say it again. It is a great collection.

I appreciate the double kindness. Your collection is super sweet too my friend. I've been watching it build up. Fun to see everyones collection's grow. Couldn't do it without this site (or at least would be extremely difficult). As you know, a lot of good people here helping out others with their collections. Sometimes out of nowhere something you've been searching for or hoping for just pops up in a PM from someone making the assist.
It has taken me a long time to get where I am. I was late to the party on a number of items and now I am playing catch up. But I am trying to get some cool stuff that I missed. And thanks for the nice words about my collection also. I just keep plugging away.


Wow, an absolutely STELLAR book collection, TravelinJack!! Man, just incredible! I'm in awe and insanely jealous at the same time! :)


Sorry about that Jack. Should be more space now.
Thanks
Mike

:thumbsup:

[Cordial Jim]

I appreciate that Jim. Also, I’m still happy to be in company of a fellow John D fan. :thumbsup:

I just noticed that you are in NoVa. Was that you on 66 the other day that cut me off? .... Just Kidding! :)

Hey, if you are ever in Rockville be sure to swing by Second Story Books. You won't be disappointed. A huge warehouse full of book goodness! They also have a location in Dupont Circle (which is not a warehouse), but I try to avoid driving in DC unless I absolutely have to, if you know what I mean. :)

[TravelinJack]

I appreciate that Jim. Also, I’m still happy to be in company of a fellow John D fan. :thumbsup:

I just noticed that you are in NoVa. Was that you on 66 the other day that cut me off? .... Just Kidding! :)

Hey, if you are ever in Rockville be sure to swing by Second Story Books. You won't be disappointed. A huge warehouse full of book goodness! They also have a location in Dupont Circle (which is not a warehouse), but I try to avoid driving in DC unless I absolutely have to, if you know what I mean. :)

Hah, I was thinking that was you texting and driving and swerving into my lane. :lol:

I avoid DC as much as I can as well. A constant nightmare of traffic. I appreciate the info on Second Story Books, i’ll have to check it out.

[Ricky]

I'm in Baltimore but I've never heard of that place. Commence the Googling!

[Cordial Jim]

It's right there, my friend.

https://www.secondstorybooks.com/

It looks like shit from the outside, but there is a treasure of books on the inside! They even have a huge selection of LP's and DVD's and comics. Trust me, you walk into that place and you will be amazed! Insider tip: Take notice of the boxes of books on the floor when you first walk in, that's where you will find the hidden gold! And in the annex section, by the LP's, lots of first editions back there. ;)

Non-Fiction? It would take you a month to go through all of it.

[Stockerlone]

B E A U T I F U L COLLECTION !!!

[TravelinJack]

It's right there, my friend.

https://www.secondstorybooks.com/

It looks like shit from the outside, but there is a treasure of books on the inside! They even have a huge selection of LP's and DVD's and comics. Trust me, you walk into that place and you will be amazed! Insider tip: Take notice of the boxes of books on the floor when you first walk in, that's where you will find the hidden gold! And in the annex section, by the LP's, lots of first editions back there. ;)

Non-Fiction? It would take you a month to go through all of it.

I was looking at their website last night. Will try to get out there sometime in the coming weeks hopefully.

[TravelinJack]

B E A U T I F U L COLLECTION !!!

T H A N K YOU !!! :)

[MikeDuke]

Are those rebound Mr. Mercedes trilogy first ed books, or are they the ones that came in that box set. I think, for me, I would leave mine alone since they are all flat signed. But they do look awesome.

[TravelinJack]

Are those rebound Mr. Mercedes trilogy first ed books, or are they the ones that came in that box set. I think, for me, I would leave mine alone since they are all flat signed. But they do look awesome.

They are flatsigned first editions, rebound, with remarques by McVey. These were done for the Haven Foundation Charity last year as one of the auction items.

[MikeDuke]

OK. So when I first looked at your thread I did not start at the beginning. Just your first page is drool worthy. Your "Overflow shelf' made me laugh. Now that I went through the entire thread I realize it's true awesomeness. Keep it up man. Keep it up.

[MikeDuke]

WOW.
I taking a much closer look now at your bookshelves. And it makes me want to build a time machine. You have quite a number of S\L there. Very impressive indeed. No matter what I do, or how much help I get, I will never have a S\L collection like this or others. That's OK though. I will just get what I can.

[TravelinJack]

OK. So when I first looked at your thread I did not start at the beginning. Just your first page is drool worthy. Your "Overflow shelf' made me laugh. Now that I went through the entire thread I realize it's true awesomeness. Keep it up man. Keep it up.


WOW.
I taking a much closer look now at your bookshelves. And it makes me want to build a time machine. You have quite a number of S\L there. Very impressive indeed. No matter what I do, or how much help I get, I will never have a S\L collection like this or others. That's OK though. I will just get what I can.

Thanks again for the kind compliments. :thumbsup:

[Ricky]

It's right there, my friend.

https://www.secondstorybooks.com/

It looks like shit from the outside, but there is a treasure of books on the inside! They even have a huge selection of LP's and DVD's and comics. Trust me, you walk into that place and you will be amazed! Insider tip: Take notice of the boxes of books on the floor when you first walk in, that's where you will find the hidden gold! And in the annex section, by the LP's, lots of first editions back there. ;)

Non-Fiction? It would take you a month to go through all of it.

Thanks for the tips! I definitely want to go there sometime soon.

Also, the Towson library does a huge book sale every year (this year starts 4/19) and there's TONS of books. Paperbacks for 0.25 cents and hardcovers for two or three. I went for the first time last year and couldn't believe I'd never heard of it before.