Outdoor Life (Outdoor Interest Magazine) #January 1961 Issue
Popular Science Publishing Co. • Outdoor Life (Volume 127, Number 1)
Writer
Multiple (William Rae, Editor)
Interior Artist
Various Photographers/Illustrators
Cover Artist
Not explicitly credited (Staff Photography)
Publication Date
January 1961
Cover Variant
Canadian Price Variant (29c Introductory Price)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This is an outdoor interest magazine rather than a comic book. Features include a cover story titled 'My Most Dangerous Hunt', four pages on ice fishing, and a survival story titled 'I Was Struck by 5 Deadly Snakes'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0 equiv.)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and edge wear. Notable diagonal crease across the bottom right corner. Some surface scuffing and minor foxing on the white title areas. Spine shows some color breaks.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded: Not typically slabbed, value would be driven by specific interest in cover art (~$30.00)
Recent Sales
Similar early 1960s issues of Outdoor Life regularly sell in lots for $3-$7 per issue, or individually for $14 if in high grade.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS). The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the magazine. Best kept in a Mylar sleeve with backing board.
Notable Features
Features the 29-cent Canadian 'Introductory Price' diagonal banner in the upper right corner, which is a regional price variant. Features Chinoook Pass illustration on the bottom issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic period publication. Paper stock is standard magazine gloss for the era. The 29c imprint is consistent with Canadian distribution for this title/year.