NICK FURY VS. FIN FANG FOOM ##1
Marvel Comics • Nick Fury vs. Fin Fang Foom Vol 1
Writer
Aubrey Sitterson
Interior Artist
Frank Tieri
Cover Artist
Bill Presing
Publication Date
September 2015
Cover Variant
1:25 Incentive Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A one-shot issue featuring Nick Fury and the Howling Commandos as they face off against the ancient dragon Fin Fang Foom. It serves as an action-packed, humorous tribute to classic Marvel monster and war comics.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress with minor color breaks, slight corner rounding on top left, large inventory retail sticker directly on the comic bag (obscuring bottom right), and potential slight edge wear visible through plastic cover.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $25 (Raw) / $60 - $80 (CGC 9.8)
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this 1:25 variant have averaged between $18 and $30 depending on condition. High grade 9.8 copies occasionally reach $100.
Grading Recommendation
Usually not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. Currently, the costs of grading (approx. $30-40) plus shipping may exceed the raw market value of most copies. Small spine ticks visible here would prevent a 9.8 grade.
Notable Features
1:25 Incentive variant cover by Bill Presing. Focuses on the original Nick Fury (Sr.). Features a giant monster antagonist.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel product. Trade dress and Marvel logo alignment are correct. The presence of a modern inventory sticker suggests source from a brick-and-mortar back issue bin.