X-Man ##2
Marvel Comics • X-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Steve Skroce
Cover Artist
Steve Skroce
Publication Date
April 1995
Cover Variant
Standard Direct Edition (Deluxe)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Age of Apocalypse' crossover event. Nate Grey (X-Man) encounters Forge and his band of outcasts. Key characters include Nate Grey, Forge, Sauron, Toad, Brute, and Mastermind. Nate Grey is a genetically engineered offspring of Scott Summers and Jean Grey in this timeline.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom-right corner, and minor surface wear typical of age. Gloss remains high with good color saturation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies sold for approximately $5 on average; CGC 9.8 copies have sold between $45 and $55 in recent months.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of a raw copy and the potential return is low for this specific high-distribution issue.
Notable Features
Age of Apocalypse storyline tie-in; features the 'X-Men Deluxe' branding; barcode indicates a Direct Edition; early appearance of Nate Grey (X-Man).
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s glossy cover stock; printing registration appears sharp and correct; UPC area is correctly formatted for a mid-90s Marvel direct sale book.