The West Coast Avengers ##4
Marvel Comics • The West Coast Avengers Vol. 2
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Al Milgrom
Cover Artist
Al Milgrom & Joe Sinnott
Publication Date
January 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The West Coast Avengers (Hawkeye, Mockingbird, Iron Man/Jim Rhodes, Wonder Man, and Tigra) battle the demonic forces of Master Pandemonium. The Thing guest stars in this issue as the team defends against an onslaught of demons.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
The book displays visible spine stress ticks and minor corner blunting. There is a red circular price sticker (numbered 6) adhered directly to the upper right cover area which significantly impacts the grade. Visible surface scuffing and light creasing from handling are present under the bag reflection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 | Graded (CGC 7.0): $35 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-High grade sell for $8-$12. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies fetch $120-$150. As a non-key issue with a sticker on the cover, value is currently minimal.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in this condition, especially with the likely adhesive residue/damage from the price sticker.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Master Pandemonium. Notable for the 'M' branding and the Spider-Man face in the UPC box, characteristic of Marvel's Direct Edition comics from the mid-1980s.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsprint stock. Consistent ink saturation for the era and correct placement of the 'M' Marvel logo and price box ($0.65 US).