Force Works ##1
Marvel Comics • Force Works Vol. 1
Writer
Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning
Interior Artist
Tom Tenney
Cover Artist
Tom Tenney
Publication Date
July 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Fold-out Cardstock Pop-up Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The debut issue of the West Coast Avengers successor team. Led by Iron Man, the roster includes Spider-Woman (Julia Carpenter), U.S. Agent, Scarlet Witch, and Wonder Man. The team utilizes the 'Chaos Computer' to proactively stop threats. Includes a battle against the Kree.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge. Significant corner blunting and minor fraying on the top right. Minor surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover. The cardstock cover likely has some structural spine stress from the pop-up weight.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10 / Graded (9.8): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay range from $1 to $12 depending on condition. CGC 9.8 copies routinely sell for under $75.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition. This issue was heavily overproduced during the 1990s comic boom.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Force Works team; first team appearance of the Scatter; deluxe cardstock pop-up cover designed for the 90s collector market; appearances by Scarlet Witch and Iron Man.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features the standard high-gloss cardstock cover of the era with the 'S.A. Tenney' artist signature box at the bottom. No signs of restoration visible.