The Incredible Hulk ##392
Marvel Comics • The Incredible Hulk Vol. 1
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Dale Keown
Cover Artist
Dale Keown
Publication Date
April 1992
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of 3 in the War and Pieces storyline. The issue features the Pantheon and X-Factor. Smart Hulk (Professor Hulk) leads the Pantheon into a conflict in Trans-Sabal. Key characters include Rick Jones, Polaris, Havok, and Wolfsbane.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress/ticks visible upon close inspection, slight edge wear on the left spine edge, corners appear mostly sharp but show very minor blunting, cover gloss is well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.0-9.8): $40 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for $6.00 to $12.00 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell in the $110 - $130 range.
Grading Recommendation
Unless the book is a guaranteed 9.8, grading is generally not cost-effective for this specific issue as it is not a major key. The cost of grading and shipping may exceed the market value for mid-range grades.
Notable Features
Features a 30th Anniversary (1962-1992) corner logo. This is a Direct Edition as indicated by the Spider-Man profile in the UPC box rather than a barcode. Iconic Dale Keown artwork from the definitive 90s era of the title.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper age comic. No indicators of reproduction. Correct paper stock and cover gloss for 1992 Marvel publishing. Visible staples are correctly aligned.