End of 2006 Man-cave Thread
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- Elveen
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Re: Here's how it is.
well said.....IMJ wrote:IMJ’s Lists of Facts Regarding Board Member Collections:
(reminder to all of my V-board brothers, we are all unique in some way… read on)
Knightt has an amazing Marvel bust collection (that in a day or so should be getting even more amazing).
Hulk181man has an awesome vintage Marvel flicker ring collection.
Elveen’s collection may be new, but due to board member recommendations it’s all quality.
Greg likely has the best collection of VALIANT CGC’s in existence.
Comxfan has an organization about his longboxes that puts the U.S. Library of Congress to shame. His collection also shares space with really nice carpeting and a fly pool table.
Magnusr has a looming tower of comics over him whenever he is in his mancave, yet he also has some of the best framed original art this side of the Marvel headquarters.
Our dear, and missed friend TColli had a simple way of organizing and viewing his collection in an uncluttered and precise fashion.
MrBigFeathas (whom most of you might not remember) has an impressive Spider-Man collection.
Boda Zofa has a great set of commissions, and really appreciates the entire art process, including not only the linework, but the inking as well.
See what you can decipher and learn about your friends if you listen well?

and......
IM and the J wrote:This is a snippet of my Iron Man collection. Knightt has seen the whole thing, so he can testify that's it's more encompassing than this.
I seem to remember seeing something like this before..... (I remember

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Re: Here's how it is.
Elveen wrote:IM and the J wrote:This is a snippet of my Iron Man collection. Knightt and Elveen has seen the whole thing, so he can testify that's it's more encompassing than this.
I seem to remember seeing something like this before..... (I remember)

Uh oh... ok, I am wanting to move 1-6 kids (my choice) for a:IMJ wrote:If you have more than one, then it's a collection, Ric!Byrneout wrote:the impending arrival of our second bundle of joy.![]()
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EW #27 VVSS
Unity Diamond TPB #1
Visitor vs the Valiant Universe #1 & #2 ($2.50 variant)
Harby TPB Bluebird variant
Destroyer #0 ($2.50 variant)
PM me...
Things are not looking good today either as I went home for lunch and found bedrooms a MESS. LET THE TRADING BEGIN !!!!
(Nick if you are reading this... hey little buddy, it's been fun)

Re: Here's how it is.
Well as said... an AMAZING Ultimate Iron Man bust showed up a day or so ago. It is AWESOME and makes a GREAT end piece to my next shelf of busts (as a silver age Iron Man, U.S. Agent and Ultron 5 have recently been added).IMJ wrote:IMJ’s Lists of Facts Regarding Board Member Collections:
(reminder to all of my V-board brothers, we are all unique in some way… read on)
Knightt has an amazing Marvel bust collection (that in a day or so should be getting even more amazing).
Pics to follow... THANK YOU IMJ. Yeah, I sent you some 'stuff' but nothing as equal to this mini bust. Ultimate Captain America ? Yep, he will be added to the 'must get' list.

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Re: Here's how it is.
IMJ wrote:
Comxfan has an organization about his longboxes that puts the U.S. Library of Congress to shame. His collection also shares space with really nice carpeting and a fly pool table.
Haven't had much time to post in a good while, felt honored to be included in your list! They are all short boxes, however. I'd never be able to get those heavy buggers on the upper shelf if they were long!

I still have the pics on a webserver, so for the newer folks, here they are:

http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave03.jpg

http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave04.jpg

http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave05.jpg

http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave06.jpg
And I'm happy to say that since I took these pics 3 things have happened.
1 - my 12 year old son has taken a much more active interest in comics
2 - he is turning into a little pool shark on my snooker table
3 - my wife finally gave up trying to get me to remove my Armorines standee from the "public" part of the man-cave (even tho it is in the darkest corner of the room, it's still a VICTORY!!
Now it's time to see what else I can add to it. When I get done. I'll do some updated pics...
Jaime (comxfan)
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Re: Here's how it is.
comxfan wrote:IMJ wrote:
Comxfan has an organization about his longboxes that puts the U.S. Library of Congress to shame. His collection also shares space with really nice carpeting and a fly pool table.
Haven't had much time to post in a good while, felt honored to be included in your list! They are all short boxes, however. I'd never be able to get those heavy buggers on the upper shelf if they were long!![]()
I still have the pics on a webserver, so for the newer folks, here they are:
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave03.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave04.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave05.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave06.jpg
And I'm happy to say that since I took these pics 3 things have happened.
1 - my 12 year old son has taken a much more active interest in comics
2 - he is turning into a little pool shark on my snooker table
3 - my wife finally gave up trying to get me to remove my Armorines standee from the "public" part of the man-cave (even tho it is in the darkest corner of the room, it's still a VICTORY!!
Now it's time to see what else I can add to it. When I get done. I'll do some updated pics...
Jaime (comxfan)

You....are.... the coolest guy I know
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Re: Here's how it is.
Knightt wrote:Pics to follow... THANK YOU IMJ. Yeah, I sent you some 'stuff' but nothing as equal to this mini bust. Ultimate Captain America ? Yep, he will be added to the 'must get' list.

Awesome, man! I thought you'd get a kick out of that... I'm glad you like it, and it's awesome that it has a place with your other statues.

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Re: Here's how it is.
comxfan wrote:IMJ wrote:
Comxfan has an organization about his longboxes that puts the U.S. Library of Congress to shame. His collection also shares space with really nice carpeting and a fly pool table.
Haven't had much time to post in a good while, felt honored to be included in your list! They are all short boxes, however. I'd never be able to get those heavy buggers on the upper shelf if they were long!![]()
I still have the pics on a webserver, so for the newer folks, here they are:
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave03.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave04.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave05.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave06.jpg
And I'm happy to say that since I took these pics 3 things have happened.
1 - my 12 year old son has taken a much more active interest in comics
2 - he is turning into a little pool shark on my snooker table
3 - my wife finally gave up trying to get me to remove my Armorines standee from the "public" part of the man-cave (even tho it is in the darkest corner of the room, it's still a VICTORY!!
Now it's time to see what else I can add to it. When I get done. I'll do some updated pics...
Jaime (comxfan)
....... dude.... are you like the real life Edward Stratton III?
BTW......





Re: Here's how it is.
I will try to get around to posting pics of my bust collection AND my books which has not been revamped and had to go to a higher level to conserve space. But, just in time... I am down with a bug again and just in time as I pick up a new class of IOs Monday with a brand new two week course that I had to put together. I'll try...IMJ wrote:Knightt wrote:Pics to follow... THANK YOU IMJ. Yeah, I sent you some 'stuff' but nothing as equal to this mini bust. Ultimate Captain America ? Yep, he will be added to the 'must get' list.![]()
Awesome, man! I thought you'd get a kick out of that... I'm glad you like it, and it's awesome that it has a place with your other statues.
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Re: Here's how it is.
Damn bugs! Get well soonKnightt wrote:I will try to get around to posting pics of my bust collection AND my books which has not been revamped and had to go to a higher level to conserve space. But, just in time... I am down with a bug again and just in time as I pick up a new class of IOs Monday with a brand new two week course that I had to put together. I'll try...IMJ wrote:Knightt wrote:Pics to follow... THANK YOU IMJ. Yeah, I sent you some 'stuff' but nothing as equal to this mini bust. Ultimate Captain America ? Yep, he will be added to the 'must get' list.![]()
Awesome, man! I thought you'd get a kick out of that... I'm glad you like it, and it's awesome that it has a place with your other statues.

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http://www.kevinsgameroom.piczo.com/?cr=5&rfm=y
http://www.kevinsgameroom.piczo.com/?cr=5&rfm=y
THAT is THE most awesome thing I have EVER seen. It is practically a shrine to the sport, 100% top notch all the way.ibreakhorses wrote:If some of you guys collect sportscards and whatnot, here is a mega-collector's room:
http://www.kevinsgameroom.piczo.com/?cr=5&rfm=y
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ibreakhorses wrote:If some of you guys collect sportscards and whatnot, here is a mega-collector's room:
http://www.kevinsgameroom.piczo.com/?cr=5&rfm=y
I'm gald that some rich people spend their $$$$ on things like that. That is like mini-Cooperstown.
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Re: Here's how it is.
First of all, fantastic man-cave... but I gotta say...
Playing snooker with all 15 red balls is just torturous.
How long do games last, on average?

Re: Here's how it is.
comxfan wrote:IMJ wrote:
Comxfan has an organization about his longboxes that puts the U.S. Library of Congress to shame. His collection also shares space with really nice carpeting and a fly pool table.
Haven't had much time to post in a good while, felt honored to be included in your list! They are all short boxes, however. I'd never be able to get those heavy buggers on the upper shelf if they were long!![]()
I still have the pics on a webserver, so for the newer folks, here they are:
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave03.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave04.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave05.jpg
http://shell.ayrix.net/~jwheeler/comxfan/ManCave06.jpg
And I'm happy to say that since I took these pics 3 things have happened.
1 - my 12 year old son has taken a much more active interest in comics
2 - he is turning into a little pool shark on my snooker table
3 - my wife finally gave up trying to get me to remove my Armorines standee from the "public" part of the man-cave (even tho it is in the darkest corner of the room, it's still a VICTORY!!
Now it's time to see what else I can add to it. When I get done. I'll do some updated pics...
Jaime (comxfan)
The first thing my wife said when she seen this was "Why cant you store your comics like that?"

Dude, That was freakin awesome!

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Re: Here's how it is.
gowaltrip wrote:The first thing my wife said when she seen this was "Why cant you store your comics like that?"![]()
Dude, That was freakin awesome!

The first thing my wife said was don't even think about ever getting that many comics!