Les Vengeurs ##126/127
Éditions Héritage • Les Vengeurs (French-Canadian Series)
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
George Pérez
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
July 1980 (Estimated based on US release)
Cover Variant
Regular (Canadian French Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Canadian-French translation of Avengers #196. This issue features the first full appearance of Taskmaster (Tony Masters). The story involves the Avengers discovering Taskmaster's training academy after Wasp is captured.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible surface wear on the top edge; stickers/labels applied directly to the top of the cover (Taskmaster, First Appearance, 499.00 price tag); visible blunting on the bottom right corner; some minor spine stressors; slight bowing from storage in a top-loader.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $100 USD | Graded: No recent data for Heritage 126/127, but US counterpart sells for $400+ in high grade.
Recent Sales
The US equivalent (Avengers #196) sells for $150-$200 in mid-grade. Foreign editions like this Héritage version generally sell for 25-40% of the US value unless to a specialized regional collector.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS). The presence of multiple adhesive stickers on the front cover will significantly penalize the grade unless they can be professionally removed without residue. The value of this specific foreign edition is much lower than the US keys.
Notable Features
First full appearance of Taskmaster. Iconic cover by George Pérez. Edition published specifically for the Quebec/French-Canadian market. 'Format Double' indicates it contains two US issues of content.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic for an Éditions Héritage publication from the 1980s. Paper stock is typically thinner and more prone to tanning than US Marvel counterparts. The 'Heritage' logo is visible in the top left corner.