Pawn Stars: Best of Season 1 Episode 15 Bam! Pow! Pawn!
- April 5, 2021
In the 15th episode of Pawn Stars: Best of season 1, viewers are taken on a journey to the magical world of comics. The episode, titled "Bam! Pow! Pawn!" revolves around some of the most iconic and valuable comic books of all time that find their way into the pawnshop.
The episode starts with Cory and Chumlee examining a first edition copy of "Superman" from 1938, considered to be the holy grail of comic books. The book is in pristine condition and has been graded by CGC with a score of 9.0, making it extremely rare and valuable. The seller is asking for $500,000, which is a staggering amount, but the guys know that this comic book is worth every penny.
Next up is a rare copy of "Amazing Fantasy #15," which introduced the world to Spiderman. This comic book has been autographed by Stan Lee himself and is graded at 8.0 by CGC. The seller is asking for around $13,000, but Rick knows that the autograph alone is worth a significant amount of money.
The third comic book that makes an appearance in the episode is "Detective Comics #27," which features the debut of Batman. This comic book is also in impressive condition and has been graded at 8.0 by CGC. The seller is looking to get around $40,000 for it, but the guys know that it is worth much more.
Aside from these three iconic comic books, the episode also features other valuable comic book finds such as a collection of Tarzan comics from the 1940s. The seller wants $20,000 for the entire collection, but the guys know that they will have a hard time selling them because Tarzan comics are not as popular as they used to be.
Towards the end of the episode, the guys are presented with a rare Superman pinball machine from the 1970s. The seller is asking for $3,500, but Rick knows that it won't be an easy sell since pinball machines are not as popular as they used to be.
Throughout the episode, viewers get to see some of the negotiation tactics that the pawn stars employ when dealing with sellers. They know when to walk away from a deal and when to push for a lower price. They also show their expertise in grading comic books, which is crucial when determining their true value.
Overall, the episode "Bam! Pow! Pawn!" is a must-watch for comic book fans and anyone interested in collecting valuable items. The pawn stars showcase their knowledge and expertise in the comic book industry, making it a fascinating episode filled with valuable information.
