Sgt. Fury and his Howling Commandos ##20
Marvel Comics • Sgt. Fury and his Howling Commandos Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Dick Ayers
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
July 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Blitz Squad Strikes!'. The Howling Commandos face off against a Nazi elite team called the Blitz Squad, which was formed specifically to counter Fury's unit. Key appearance of Nick Fury and his team members Rebel Ralston, Dum Dum Dugan, and Gabe Jones.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
The cover has two large price stick-on dot labels (yellow and red) which may damage the paper if removed. Visible heavy spine wear with multiple stress lines and color loss. Significant corner blunting and creasing on the bottom right. Minor edge tears and general soiling across the yellow masthead. Appears generally worn with potential foxing on the interior.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (as pictured): $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 2.0): $40 - $50.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade (6.0) copies have been in the $75 - $100 range. Low-grade copies like this typically sell for $15 - $25 at auction or local shops.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the comic in its current condition. The stickers and heavy wear prevent it from reaching a high-value tier.
Notable Features
Early Silver Age Marvel issue. Features a cover and story that highlights the German 'Blitz Squad' as formidable antagonists to the Howlings. '12 cent' cover price.
Authentication Notes
The wear, paper aging (yellowing edges), and staple oxidation appear consistent with 1960s Silver Age comic stock. No indicators of reproduction or 'pedigree' status.