The Great Lakes Avengers ##1
Marvel Comics • The Great Lakes Avengers Vol. 2 (Marvel NOW!)
Writer
Zac Gorman
Interior Artist
Will Robson
Cover Artist
Will Robson
Publication Date
December 2016
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The team reunites in Detroit! Flatman, Big Bertha, and Doorman receive legal notice that the Avengers name is theirs to use again (due to a legal loophole). They attempt to be 'heroes' in a city that doesn't particularly want them. Introduces a new dynamic for the cult-favorite misfit team.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting/rounding on the bottom left corner. Slight surface scuffing visible near the top right. Some wavy edges suggesting potential light handling wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $2.00-$4.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have sold for between $38.00 and $50.00 in the last year.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees plus shipping exceeds the current market value for this specific issue and condition. Pressing would improve the grade, but likely not to a level that provides a return on investment.
Notable Features
Features Squirrel Girl, Flatman, Big Bertha, Doorman, and Mr. Immortal. Direct Edition with UPC barcode. Part of the 'Marvel NOW!' relaunch initiative.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern Marvel trade dress and paper stock. Correct 2016-era 'Bonus Digital Edition' logo and Rated T+ indicator. Barcode 759606086108 00111 confirms First Printing of the Regular Cover.