Kickers, Inc. #2
Marvel Comics • Kickers, Inc. (New Universe)
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Frenz
Cover Artist
Kerry Gammill and Bret Breeding (Signed 'Franz / Breeding' on lower right)
Publication Date
December 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Follows Jack 'Mr. Magnificent' Magniconte and his team of former football players turned heroes for hire. In this issue, 'Where Walks the Robot!', the team faces off against a high-tech robotic threat. This title was part of Jim Shooter's 'New Universe' initiative meant to ground superheroes in a more realistic world.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks that break color. Evidence of corner blunting on all four corners. Visible edge wear along the right side of the cover. Minor surface scuffing and small creases consistent with mid-grade handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00 | Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw copies typically range from $1 to $5 as part of bulk New Universe lots or dollar bins. Graded 9.8 copies rarely surface and hold modest value primarily for complete set collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading fee far exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a common 'dollar bin' issue from the defunct New Universe line with low collector demand.
Notable Features
Features the 'New Universe' branding and the Newsstand UPC barcode. No major key first appearances or deaths occur in this issue.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1980s newsprint production. Colors are consistent with Marvel's printing standards of the era. The barcode and price box (75¢ US) are correct for 1986 newsstand distribution.