Thursday, May 7, 2009
2009 Free Comic Book Day Celebration was a big hit!
We just wanted to say thank you to all the folks who came out to either the store or the library celebrations last Saturday
for this year's Free Comic Book Day. We had an amazing time playing host to our friends both old and new. The Free Lance
Star and
www.Fredericksburg.com were kind enough to write two articles promoting the festivities last week and they helped bring out more people than
we had hoped for. Thanks to the wonderful writers from both the Weekender and It! sections of our hometown paper. A special
thanks to Spiderman and Dark Phoenix for spending their Saturday with us. A special shout out and thanks to a surprise guest,
Batgirl as well! One of the big hits at the library event was our very own Seth The Magician, from Miller Magic! His magic
show was amazing! My daughter Gracie was just one of the many kids who were glued to their seats watching his every feat of
magic. Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming anniversary events in a couple of months. I plan on having one heck of a party
where we will be having crazy sales, another great magic show featuring Seth The Magician, costume contests, art contests,
guest appearances, and a whole lot more. July 1st, 2009 marks my twentieth anniversary selling comics and toys to the
Fredericksburg community and that is a cause for celebration!
Star Trek movie Review
My kids and I saw the new Star Trek movie tonight and it was awesome! The audience was cheering at every new introduction
like they were welcoming home long lost friends. It was just plain fun the entire movie. Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto were
terrific as adversaries who would grow to like and respect each other. Simon Pegg was witty. Karl Urban was a bit off. Probably
because I am more used to seeing him playing hardcases in Pathfinder or The Chronicles of Riddick. Anyways, we had a great
time and hopefully you will also.
11:24 pm est
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Wolverine release date changes
Publishing Timeline Changes for Marvel Comics’ Wolverine Lead Stories,
Diamond Daily, 4/23/2009 | | 
| | | Wolverine
#73 |
| | 
| | | Wolverine
#72 |
|
Marvel Comics has announced changes to the
publishing timeline of Wolverine, which retailers are encouraged to note.
In order to better support
retailers in their quest to translate interest in X-Men Origins: Wolverine into sales for this title, Marvel will
release Wolverine #73 (
$2.99) before Wolverine #72 ($2.99), the continuation of Mark Millar and Steve McNiven’s “Old Man Logan” storyline. Issue #73 will arrive
on May 13, while issue #72 will go on sale May 20.
This is done because issue #73
from writers Jason Aaron & Daniel Way and artists Adam Kubert & Tommy Lee Edwards features the start of two two-part
stories focusing on the character, thus providing the perfect jumping on point for new readers the Wolverine film
could help produce. Both stories will be concluded in the pages of Wolverine #74 ($2.99), scheduled to land in stores on May 27.
The “Old Man Logan” storyline continuing in May 20’s
Wolverine #72 will now conclude in a Giant Size Old Man Logan special, which was announced at this
year's New York ComicCon.
2:18 pm est
Monday, April 6, 2009
Original M.A.S.K. mountain playset for sale
We picked up another M.A.S.K. Mountain set yesterday.
12:49 pm est
More Erectors sets available
We picked up a couple more Erector sets for sale yesterday.
12:48 pm est
New Comic collection
We picked up 9 boxes of books yesterday. The highlights would be a long run of Avengers.
12:47 pm est
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Rare Magic the gathering CCG card collection for sale
We picked up a nice collection of magic the gathering cards today. The highlights are a nearly complete set of Revised and
a set of Ice Age. We are selling them singly. The Dual Lands in the revised set are gorgeous people. See you soon!
1:51 pm est
Friday, March 6, 2009
Just Three boxes of Obama trading cards left
We are down to just three unopened boxes of the limited run of Topps trading cards featuring President Obama. The price is
$48.00 per box of 24 packs. Call me at 540-899-2669 if you want me to reserve a box for you.
12:43 am est
New collection of original DC Super Powers action figures
We picked up a bunch of high grade original figures from this classic line. They are now for sale in our shop.
12:34 am est
Two New Transformer Figure Collections for sale
Today was pretty busy. We picked up two new original Transformer action figure collections. We have an original Starscream,
Dirge, Optimus Prime, and many more figures for sale in our store now.
12:31 am est
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Large GI Joe Collection for sale
We bought a large collection of original 3 3/4" GI Joe vehicles, figures, and accessories this morning. We have over
50 figures from the early 1980s including the original Destro, Storm Shadow, Cobra Commander, and Snake Eyes. There are over
30 different vehicles including an original Rattler, a Wolverine, a Pogo, a SkyStryker, and a mail away Sears base
as well.
9:50 pm est
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
More Savage Dragon and Amazing Spiderman featuring President Obama comic books
We have received in a batch of the Savage Dragon and Obama comics. Call me if you want to reserve any copies at
540-899-2669. We also have some of the American Flag Variant of Amazing Spiderman 583 featuring President Obama
on the cover. The price is still just $3.99 until we run out. As per our store policy, we will not gouge you on the price
like many other retailers out there. Thank you for your business.
1:19 am est
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Huge comic collection now for sale
I bought a huge comic collection today consisting of virtually every DC, Marvel, and Buffy title which has come out in the
last ten years. The good news for you is that I am able to sell these books at their original cover prices due to the incredible
deal we were given on this batch. There are over 5800 comics still available from this deal so get the wantlists into me asap
folks.
540-899-2669 or email it to me at:
oldtowntoys@aol.com
Saturday, February 14, 2009
1980s GI Joe Action Figures Now in stock
I picked up a collection of original GI Joe Action figures this afternoon and they are ready for sale. We have over 50 of
the earliest figures available now. We have added this batch to the Defiant , the USS Flagg, The General, The Mobile Command
Center, and Rolling Thunder display.
11:09 pm est
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Ame Comi PVC Statues for sale
We have added a new web page to our site to show you which statues are available now and coming soon. You can place your
orders by stopping in the shop or calling us at 540-899-2669.
12:44 am est
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
New Comic Collection arrived
This collection featured mainly stuff by Jim Lee, Michael Turner, and Garth Ennis. The highlights are Avengers #19 (First
Swordsman Appearance), Amazing Spiderman (First Todd McFarlane Spidey Comic), and some early Punisher appearances.
1:14 am est
14,000 YuGiOh Singles for sale
We have stocked up pretty well on the singles and are again hosting YuGiOh tournaments. They are Sundays at 1pm.
1:11 am est
1987 Space Complex Erector Set For sale
The box is dinged up, but the set is unopened and all there. Something we very rarely see.
1:10 am est
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Comic Release List Updated
A new feature of our website will be a page dedicated to keeping you up to date on which comic titles we will be
carrying for any given month. Understand that this list comes from data we have obtained from Diamond Comic Distributors and
is not 100 % accurate. Books can be delayed or cancelled by the publisher or Diamond/UPS. You can email us at
oldtowntoys@aol.com or print out a list of titles which you want us to set aside for you and drop it off here at the store. Hopefully this makes
it easier for everyone to keep up with the changing title solicitations each month. The link to the page is on the left hand
side navigation bar.
Monday, December 15, 2008
New Product Lines we are carrying
We have begun to sell a bunch of product lines which you have been requesting. Currently we have stocked Toy protectors/supplys,
Magic The Gathering CCG, YuGiOg CCG, Pokemon CCG, Star Wars Miniatures, Axis and Allies Miniatures, World of Warcraft Miniatures
and CCG, and CCG collecting supplies.
11:45 pm est
