Dennis the Menace and His Dog Ruff ##1
Fawcett Comics • Dennis the Menace and His Dog Ruff
Writer
Fred Toole
Interior Artist
Owen Fitzgerald
Cover Artist
Owen Fitzgerald
Publication Date
1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A 'Bonus Special' issue focused on the relationship between Dennis Mitchell and his sheepdog, Ruff. The issue features several short stories and a special instructional section on 'How To Train Your Dog'. Significant for being a larger-format special from the mid-60s Fawcett run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy tanning/yellowing of the cover stock. Significant spine roll and stress lines. Blunted and rounded corners, particularly visible on the bottom right. Minor edge wear and potential small tears at the top edge. Some surface soiling and moderate creasing consistent with age and handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (ungraded): $10.00 - $25.00. Graded (CGC/CBCS 4.0): $45.00 - $65.00.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this 1965 Fawcett special range from $12 to $30 depending on localized demand. High-grade (9.0+) copies are rare and can exceed $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approximately $30-$50 plus shipping) would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Better kept in a fresh bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features a birthday-themed cover with Ruff and neighborhood dogs. 25-cent 'Bonus Special' price variant. Includes a non-fiction instructional segment for children regarding pet care.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1965 Fawcett publication. Aging of the newsprint and cover stock is consistent with 1960s paper chemistry. Staple placement is correct for the square-bound feel of these oversized specials.