Colonel Sanders Comics #No. 1
Kentucky Fried Chicken (Promotional / Custom Comics) • Colonel Sanders Comics (The Great Brain Robbery)
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Uncredited
Cover Artist
Uncredited (Likely commercial artist)
Publication Date
1972
Cover Variant
Regular (Promotional Giveaway)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A promotional giveaway comic produced for KFC. The story, 'The Great Brain Robbery,' features Colonel Sanders protecting his secret recipe from a spy. Includes puzzles, games, and (originally) coupons.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 range)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and minor color break along the spine. Slight corner blunting on the bottom right. Some minor surface wear and faint discoloration on the top edge. The 'Free Coupons' perforated strip appears intact, which is critical for value.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60; Graded (9.0+): $150 - $250
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition generally sell for $40 to $55. Higher grade 9.0+ copies have reached $200+ due to the rarity of the intact coupon strip.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a press/clean can guarantee a 9.4 or higher. The market for this niche promotional item is small, and grading fees often exceed the value increase for mid-grade copies.
Notable Features
Features the first appearance of Colonel Sanders in comic book form. Notable for the perforated coupon strip on the bottom edge; copies with coupons removed lose significant value.
Authentication Notes
The paper stock for this was cheaper newsstand-grade pulp. Check for the presence of the 1972 copyright and the distinctive matte finish on the cover colors. Counterfeits are rare for this title, but condition varies wildly due to it being a kid's giveaway.