I am not an expert on comic books. This comic book has been preserved in my dad’s collection for decades with a hard cover and sleeve. It is almost 80 years old and it looks amazing and is 100% intact. Please study the pictures to make your own opinion.

This product is a modern comics issue #68 from December 1947 by Quality Comics, featuring the popular character Blackhawk (Bart Hawk) in a Golden Age era style comic book. Written and illustrated by Reed Crandall and Chuck Cuidera, this action-packed and adventurous comic belongs to the genre of military comics, reflecting the popular style of US Comics during that time period. With the iconic superhero team known as Blackhawk, this comic is a valuable addition to any collector's library of vintage and classic comics.

Based on a visual inspection of your copy of Modern Comics #68 (December 1947), this comic appears to be in Good (GD) to Good+ (GD+) condition, roughly a 2.0 to 2.5 on the standard 10-point grading scale.

Condition BreakdownThe following visible defects typically characterize this grade range:

Edge & Corner Wear: There is significant chipping and "ragged" edges along the right side and corners.

Cover Damage: Several small tears are visible on the outer edges. The cover also shows noticeable creasing and "stress lines," particularly along the spine.

Discoloration: The yellow background shows light soiling and general "toning" (browning) due to age, which is common for Golden Age books.

Structural Integrity: While heavily worn, the cover remains attached, and the book appears complete.

This comic is Modern Comics No. 68, published in December 1947 by Quality Comics. It was originally titled Military Comics until issue #44, featuring war and action stories from the Golden Age.The main story featured in this issue is "Blackhawk Sets a Trap for Trapp!", showcasing the debut of the villain Trapp.

Story HighlightsWhile full summaries of every sub-story are rare, this issue contains several regular features:

Blackhawk: The lead story involves the Blackhawk squadron—a group of elite international pilots—attempting to capture a new adversary named Trapp.

Support Stories: The issue includes several backup features typical of the era:Torchy: "Don't Mansion It!".Will Bragg: "The Five Hundred Dollar Bet".Ezra: "The Secret Order of the Crossed Eye".Additional Shorts: Features including Dogtag the Reporter, Prudence, and Choo Choo.