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Near Mint (1980 Al Dellinges Publications) Fanzine comic books 1981

  • Issue #11
    Near Mint (1980 Al Dellinges Publications) Fanzine 11

    Near Mint is a "magazine devoted to those who love good art, good old movies, and good comic related movies." Issue #11 includes: an interview with Bill DuBay (with reprinted strips and art); From Moon to Stars?80 Years of Science Fiction article by John Stanley; Smilin' Jack and Zack article by Zack Mosley; A Comic Collector's First and Only Love by Pete Hamill; art feature various styles of armor; and more. Cover art by H. Pitz. 32 pgs. April, 1981. $3.00. Cover price $3.00.

  • Issue #16
    Near Mint (1980 Al Dellinges Publications) Fanzine 16

    Issue #16 - Oct. 1981. Mystery Men checklist with cover reproductions, reprint Rex Dexter strip from Mystery Men #5, profile on Jack Bender and his original art collection, 1981 San Diego convention report with photos. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 28 pages, black and white. Cover price $3.00.