Fantastic Comics #3 1940 Golden Age Coverless Pages 3-62 Lou Fine Key

FANTASTIC COMICS #3 – FEBRUARY 1940 – FOX FEATURE SYNDICATE Original Golden Age Fantastic Comics #3, published in 1940. This is the highly collectible issue famous for its iconic Lou Fine robot cover and is considered one of the more desirable early Fox Feature Syndicate comics. This example is COVERLESS AND INCOMPLETE, but contains a substantial continuous run of original interior pages: Pages 3 through 62 are present. Features and characters contained in the issue include: Samson Sub Saunders Early science-fiction/adventure material Classic pre-WWII Golden Age artwork Numerous original 1940 Fox Feature Syndicate stories The original Lou Fine front and back cover are NOT present. CONDITION Extremely low-grade original copy. The pages show: Heavy age toning/browning Brittle paper Edge chipping and paper loss Tears and splits Creasing Staining/soiling Missing pieces from some margins and panels Despite the condition, many interior pages retain strong original color and very attractive Golden Age artwork. The pages remain together as a substantial original interior section. They have not been cleaned, taped, glued, pressed or restored. Because of the age and fragility, the book has been handled as little as possible. Pages 3–62 present. Cover and remaining pages are missing. Please review all photographs carefully for exact condition and completeness. Sold AS-IS as an original 1940 Golden Age collectible. A rare opportunity for a collector seeking an affordable example of Fantastic Comics #3, a restoration candidate, or original material from one of the most famous early Fox Golden Age issues.