* TMNT Vol. I #01 1st Printing 40th Anniversary Reproduction (TMNT: A Collection) *

Description

A full reproduction of TMNT #1 1st Printing created using the TMNT #1 Production Negatives as the source for all 40 pages and scans of the interior covers from an actual 1st printing in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of TMNT. Presented exactly as it was in 1984 using the original dimensions (10 15/16″ x 7 1/2″), interiors, layout, and material (newsprint interiors / lightweight cover paper) – including the unique printing defects and irregularities. This reproduction was even manufactured using the original machinery models (as much as still possible) – including the presses (Goss Community Offset Press), folding machine, and bindery equipment. Additionally, this book was completely printed and manufactured in Maine – exactly like the original TMNT #1 1st & 2nd Printings from 1984.

A total of five (5) variant covers were made for this TMNT #1 1st Printing Reproduction but the interiors (including interior covers) all are exactly the same; only the exterior covers vary between them. The TMNT: A Collection Exclusive available here is the original classic red TMNT #1 1st Printing cover by Kevin Eastman – see all variants here.

PLEASE NOTE: These reproductions, just like the originals, may contain flaws, minor defects, and internal page printing variations. Due to the 50+ year old manufacturing equipment used to replicate the exact process the original book went through in 1984, the entire print run (across all 5 variants) reflects a unique, minor crease running lengthwise near the page edge of the front cover. Also, many copies received slight damage due to the black cover and lightweight paper stock. HOWEVER, THESE TMNT #1 REPRODUCTIONS ARE RECEIVING INCREDIBLE GRADES – CHECK IT OUT!

• SINGLE COPIES: Raw/ungraded copies come bagged/boarded. All CGC graded copies ALSO include one FREE VF/NM (8.5 – 9.2) – raw/ungraded copy so you can see inside! 
  • NM/M (9.8) – high grade collectible copies – the best of the best! Raw/ungraded copies are Guaranteed 9.8 !! – excellent candidates for CGC Grading.
  • NM (9.4 – 9.6) – high grade copies with one or two very minor exterior cover flaws (e.g., minor cover dents or small back cover edge chip(s), very minor edge warp, minor non-color breaking items). See examples. These are beautiful copies and look amazing – many of these are grading at 9.6!
    • KEVIN EASTMAN signed or signed & remarqued copies (NM 9.4 – 9.6) are now available while supplies last!
  • VF/NM (8.5 – 9.2) – medium grade copies with a few flaws (e.g., minor cover machinery impressions or corner crush, slight page bends or book curve/warp, minor edge chips or interior page creases). See examples. These are great reader copies and still look pretty darn cool!

Orders ship out quickly and you’ll be notified of package tracking via email.