The West Coast Avengers ##6
Marvel Comics • The West Coast Avengers Vol. 2
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Al Milgrom
Cover Artist
Al Milgrom
Publication Date
March 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline involves a battle with the Master Pandemonium. The issue features the West Coast Avengers team consisting of Hawkeye, Mockingbird, Tigra, Iron Man (Jim Rhodes), and Wonder Man. Tigra's internal struggle with her feline nature is a major subplot.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible glare from the protective bag obscures some detail, but small spine stress marks (color-breaking ticks) are evident along the left edge. Slight softening of the bottom right corner and some minor edge wear. The cover gloss appears intact, but there are potential micro-creases in the mid-spine area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold for approximately $4 to $6 on platforms like eBay. Graded 9.8 copies occasionally reach $55.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40 plus shipping) far exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. This is a common copper age book with low 'key' significance.
Notable Features
Direct Edition identification. Early appearance of Master Pandemonium. Guest appearance by The Thing (Ben Grimm). Features the 'Spider-Man head' in the UPC box, which was standard for direct market copies of that era.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1986 original. The paper stock shows characteristic off-white aging. The colors are consistent with the chemical-based ink processes of the 1980s. No signs of restoration or modern reproduction are present.