Action Comics No. 1
Buy the reprint
A high-quality reprint of Superman’s 1938 debut – without a million-dollar price tag. Current offer: €109.09 (incl. VAT, plus shipping), very good condition, sold via eBay with buyer protection.
* Only the reprint (printed comic) is for sale. Not an original. The price refers to the comic on eBay.
Loot Crate Facsimile Edition 2017
Action Comics No. 1 – Reprint
Available
- Loot Crate Exclusive Facsimile from 2017 – reprint of the 1938 issue
- Condition: Very good
- Language: English (original language)
- Fast shipping & secure packaging
- Handled via eBay with buyer protection
Which edition fits you?
There are many reprints of Action Comics No. 1 – from promotional giveaways to highly detailed facsimiles. This short overview helps you decide. Full descriptions: all reprints chronologically.
| Edition | Year | Best for? |
|---|---|---|
| DC Facsimile Edition | 2022 | Maximum fidelity including original ads |
| Loot Crate Facsimile | 2017 | Currently offered here – limited subscription exclusive |
| DC Millennium Edition | 2000 | Popular collector reprint around the millennium |
| Famous First Edition C-26 | 1974 | Historic oversize reprint – often pricier on the secondary market |
Checklist: inspecting a reprint
- Not an original: 1938 originals often cost six- or seven-figure sums. Details: What is Action Comics No. 1 worth?
- Cover & labeling: Modern facsimiles are marked as reprints; cover price and back cover differ from the 10-cent original. Compare: Original vs. Reprint.
- Format & paper: Oversize, hardcover or standard comic – depends on the edition. Modern paper indicates a reprint.
- Seller & shipping: Check ratings, shipping to DE/AT/CH and return rights (on eBay typically 30 days).
- Condition: Review photos; “very good” means readable and displayable, not a graded slab.
Print or Kindle?
The printed reprint is a physical piece of comics history – ideal for collecting, gifting and display. The Kindle edition delivers the Superman story digitally right away, on phone, tablet or Kindle device.
More on the digital version: Read Action Comics No. 1 as a Kindle edition.
FAQ: buying a reprint
How much does an Action Comics No. 1 reprint cost?
Depending on edition and condition, prices typically sit in the two- to low three-digit euro range. Our current Loot Crate offer is €109.09 (plus shipping). Rare oversize or prestige editions can cost more.
Where can I buy a reprint reliably?
Via established marketplaces with buyer protection (e.g. eBay), specialist dealers, or the publisher (for current facsimile printings). Look for clear product photos, seller ratings, and labeling as a reprint – not as a 1938 original.
Is a reprint valuable?
Reprints usually do not have the investment value of originals. Some limited or early editions (e.g. Famous First Edition) can be sought after on the secondary market. The main benefit is reading and owning the story. More: market value of originals.
Is Action Comics No. 1 available in German?
The historic 1938 comic is in English. The reprint offered here and the Kindle edition are also in English. German Superman collections from Panini cover other story arcs, not necessarily the 1938 original issue.
How do returns and shipping work?
Purchases via eBay are covered by eBay’s terms and buyer protection (typically a 30-day return window). Shipping destinations and costs are set by the seller – often DE, sometimes AT/CH. Details are in the eBay listing.