Garrison's Gorillas ##1
Dell Comics • Garrison's Gorillas (1968)
Writer
Unknown (Dell Standard Crew)
Interior Artist
Jack Sparling
Cover Artist
Photo Cover
Publication Date
April 1968
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A television tie-in based on the 1967-1968 ABC TV series. The story follows Lt. Craig Garrison and his team of former convicts conducting dangerous commando raids behind enemy lines during WWII. Key characters appearing: Lt. Garrison, Actor, Casino, Goniff, and Chief.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good- (1.8)
Condition Details
Heavy surface wear, significant color-breaking creases across the entire cover, spine stress and splitting, corner blunting, possible water damage/staining or residue (the white cloudy area), and a price sticker on the top right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 1.8): $20.00 - $30.00
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (VF 8.0+) sell for $50-$80; Low-grade reading copies typically sell in bundles or for under $10.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25+) significantly exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
First and only issue of the series. Features cast members Ron Harper, Cesare Danova, Christopher Cary, Rudy Solari, and Brendon Boone on the cover.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1968 Dell publication. It features the standard Dell 12-cent price point and the correct 12-288-804 product code. The paper shows age-appropriate oxidation (yellowing) visible on the edges.