Blast-Off Presents Fantastic New Worlds with The 3 Rocketeers ##1
Harvey Comics • Blast-Off
Writer
Joe Simon
Interior Artist
Joe Simon, Al Williamson, Angelo Torres
Cover Artist
Joe Simon
Publication Date
October 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A science fiction anthology featuring 'The 3 Rocketeers'. The team consists of three astronauts who explore strange alien worlds. This issue includes the story 'It Lives! The Death-Dealing Rock of Rages'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks throughout the left edge; corner blunting on the top and bottom right; surface scuffing and slight soiling on the yellow background; minor edge wear and a small tear or crease on the upper-middle right edge; the bag and board may be masking additional surface wear or tanning.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30; Graded (CGC 4.0): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade typically sell between $20 and $35; higher grade copies (VF/NM) can exceed $150 due to the Joe Simon cover art appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading in this condition unless intended for personal preservation. The estimated market value increase would barely cover the costs of grading fees and shipping. A 'Press and Clean' might improve the score to a 5.0, but still lacks significant ROI.
Notable Features
First issue of the Blast-Off series; features cover and interior work by legendary creators Joe Simon and Al Williamson; Harvey Thriller line branding.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1965 Harvey Comics production standards; correct 12-cent price point and 'PDC' logo layout; newsprint interior paper stock visible at edges appears naturally aged.