The Incredible Hulk and Wolverine ##1
Marvel Comics • The Incredible Hulk and Wolverine
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Herb Trimpe
Cover Artist
Herb Trimpe
Publication Date
October 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (UPC Barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Reprint of the landmark first full appearance of Wolverine from The Incredible Hulk #181, along with the teaser appearance from #180. Features the classic battle between the Hulk, Wolverine, and Wendigo in the Canadian wilderness.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with multiple color-breaking 'ticks' along the left edge. Visible blunting on the top and bottom right corners. Minor edge wear along the right vertical margin. Vertical roll or crease appears possible near the right side of the cover. Surface wear and possible light scuffin on the dark rocks in the foreground.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15–$25; Graded (CGC 9.8): $150–$200; Graded (CGC 6.0): $30–$40
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade condition typically sell for $15–$30. High-grade (9.8) specimens have significantly higher volatility and demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in current condition. The cumulative effects of spine stress and corner wear would likely result in a mid-range grade (6.0–7.0), where the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Often referred to as the 'poor man's Hulk 181' as it provides an affordable way to own the original story and art of Wolverine's debut. Part of Marvel's 25th Anniversary celebration line.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1980s Baxter-style/newsprint paper stock. Authentic cover gloss and dot-matrix color registration visible. UPC barcode indicates a Direct Edition distribution.