KID COLT OUTLAW ##150
Marvel Comics • Kid Colt Outlaw Vol. 1
Writer
Gary Friedrich
Interior Artist
Jack Keller
Cover Artist
Herb Trimpe
Publication Date
October 1970
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Death Rides This Train!' where Kid Colt battles a gang of bushwhackers on a runaway locomotive. It also includes a back-up story titled 'The Ambush!' which is a reprint from a previous era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks with color break, slight corner rounding on the bottom left and top left, minor foxing/discoloration on the right edge and speech bubbles, and light surface wear consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 5.0): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Copies in mid-grade (4.0-6.0) tend to sell for approximately $12-$28 on eBay recently. Higher grades (9.0+) command significant premiums ($100+).
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the incremental market value increase for this specific issue and condition.
Notable Features
Late Bronze Age issue of the long-running Western series. Features iconic train battle cover art by Herb Trimpe. Includes 15-cent price point. The 'Special Bonus' footer indicates a reprint backup story.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays authentic 1970s printing characteristics, including the specific paper oxidation (yellowing) expected of that era, period-correct 'Marvel Comics Group' trade dress, and standard staple placement for the 15-cent era.