The Defenders #71 (1979)

Publisher: Marvel Comics Year: 1979 Series: The Defenders Issue: #71 Writer: Ed Hannigan Artist: Herb Trimpe Cover Artist: Herb Trimpe Print: First print Variant: UK Price Variant (12p)

Why this comic matters

A Bronze Age Defenders adventure featuring Hulk, Valkyrie, Nighthawk, and Hellcat battling monstrous creatures in a strange, hostile realm. A colourful, action‑heavy issue with classic Trimpe artwork.

Condition

• Cover: Strong gloss, bright colours, clean presentation, light handling visible under angled light

• Spine: Several small stress ticks (typical for age), staples tight

• Corners: Light softening on lower corners, upper corners sharp

• Edges: Moderate shelf wear

• Interior: Off‑white pages, no writing or stains

• Other notes: No major creases or tears Bagged and boarded. Default Grade: Very Good (VG)