Kickers, Inc. ##1
Marvel Comics • Kickers, Inc. (Marvel New Universe)
Writer
Tom DeFalco, Ron Frenz
Interior Artist
Ron Frenz
Cover Artist
Tom Palmer
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Newsstand/UPC barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of Jack Magniconte and the Kickers, Inc. team. After being exposed to the White Event, professional football player Jack Magniconte develops superhuman strength and durability, forming a team of heroes who are former teammates.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible glare from polybag obscures some finish. Notable spine stress marks/ticks. Corners show slight blunting. There is a visible horizontal surface crease or line near the 'K' in Kickers and some discoloration/soiling on the white borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies sold for approximately $1.00 to $4.00 plus shipping. High-grade graded copies move slowly with an average around $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book, which is a common 'dollar bin' issue from the New Universe line.
Notable Features
Part of the launch of Jim Shooter's 'New Universe' line. Features the origin and first appearance of the Kickers, Inc. squad. Contains the UPC barcode (Newsstand edition).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel copper-age paper stock and newsstand printing. Colors appear within registration for the period. No indicators of reproduction or counterfeiting.