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Welcome to the 1stPrint.net Seller Portal
Welcome to the 1stPrint.net Seller Portal
High-end collections deserve a high-end interface. This conviction is what led to the creation of the 1stPrint.net Seller Portal, a platform built to bridge the gap between premium collectibles and... Read more...
Counterfeit One Piece Volume 01 1st print manga warning
Counterfeit 1st Print Manga - One Piece 01
At least two counterfeit copies of One Piece Volume 01 are circulating on Mercari Japan and eBay, and their differences will be highlighted to help avoid fakes. Read more...
Counterfeit Dragon Ball Volume 01 1st print manga warning
Counterfeit 1st Print Manga - Dragon Ball 01
Two counterfeit copies of Dragon Ball Volume 01 are circulating on Mercari Japan and eBay, and their differences will be highlighted to help avoid fakes. Read more...
Beware of wrong obi on 1st print manga sold on eBay
Beware of Wrong Obi on 1st Print Manga on eBay
Discover how to spot incorrect Obis on 1st print manga. Learn about common mistakes, grading issues, and how to verify authenticity with 1stPrint.net’s database. Read more...
Spotting reconditioned books sold as new 1st print manga
Spotting Reconditioned Books as New 1st Prints
How to spot fake sealed 1st Print books on eBay? Learn the key signs to avoid reconditioned copies and shop with confidence! Read more...
First print manga identification guide featuring Berserk Volume 1
(初版漫画) First Print Manga Guide: How to Identify, Authenticate & Avoid Fakes (2026)
Complete guide to identifying genuine first print manga (初版漫画) - colophon reading, Japanese dating systems, obi strips, BGS grading, and counterfeit detection with real photo examples. Read more...
First Print Manga Store is now Open!
First Print Manga Store is now Open!
1stPrint.net has officially opened, offering manga collectors worldwide access to authenticated 1st print and BGS graded Japanese manga shipped directly from Japan. A Store Built for Collectors Whether you're a... Read more...