The Uncanny X‑Men #213 — NOT FOR RESALE Promo Edition (1987)

Publisher: Marvel Comics Year: 1987 Series: The Uncanny X‑Men Issue: #213 Writer: Chris Claremont Artist: Alan Davis Cover Artist: Alan Davis Print: First print Variant: NOT FOR RESALE Promotional Edition (Marvel 25th Anniversary Border)

Condition

• Cover: Strong gloss, deep blacks, sharp Wolverine artwork, light handling visible under angled light

• Spine: A few tiny stress ticks, staples tight

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

• Edges: Clean with light shelf wear

• Interior: White/off‑white pages, no marks

• Other notes: No creases, dents, or tears Bagged and boarded. Default Grade: Very Fine (VF)

Key Issue Details

• Wolverine vs Sabretooth — iconic fight

• Psylocke officially joins the X‑Men

• Major chapter of the Mutant Massacre event

• Alan Davis 25th Anniversary border cover

• Scarcer NOT FOR RESALE promo variant

Why this comic matters

A landmark Wolverine vs Sabretooth battle and a pivotal moment in the Mutant Massacre storyline. This NOT FOR RESALE promotional edition is a recognised variant distributed to retailers and events, printed in lower numbers than the standard Direct/Newsstand copies — making it a desirable niche collectible for X‑Men and Wolverine fans.