Batman #402

Title: Batman

Issue Number: #402

Publisher: DC Comics

Publication Date: December 1986

Era: Copper Age

Series/Volume: Vol. 1

Writer: Max Allan Collins

Artist/Penciler: Jim Starlin

Inker: Jim Starlin

Cover Artist: Denys Cowan / Dick Giordano

Format: Single Issue Comic Book

Variant/Cover: Regular 75¢ U.S. Direct Edition

Printing: 1st Printing

Key Issue/Notable: “There’s Nothing So Savage... As a Man Destroying Himself!” featuring an impostor Batman who is murdering criminals. First appearance of Tommy Carma, a former police officer masquerading as Batman. The cover also promotes the Legends crossover with Green Lantern Corps #207.

UPC: None

Comic Grade: Multiple Copies Available – Approximately VF to VF/NM (8.0–9.0)

Page Quality: Cream to Off-White

Complete: Yes; covers and centerfolds are attached at both staples

CONDITION NOTES: Multiple copies are available. The photos shown are representative of the overall condition of the copies. Copies generally present very well with strong colors and clean, glossy covers. Minor differences will be present from copy to copy, including light spine stresses, minor edge and corner wear, small handling marks and normal age-related page toning. All copies are complete with covers and centerfolds securely attached. Individual copies may vary slightly within the stated grade range.

Scan Note: Images are high-resolution scans of one of the actual comics available. Scanning can exaggerate page toning, surface wear, color variations and other minor imperfections. The copy received may not be the exact copy pictured but will be within the stated condition range.

Comic Book Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM) 9.2–9.8: An exceptionally well-preserved comic with excellent eye appeal. May have only very minor manufacturing or handling defects.

Very Fine (VF) 7.5–9.0: An attractive, well-preserved comic showing light wear. May have minor spine stress, small corner wear or other minor defects.

Fine (FN) 5.5–7.0: An above-average copy with moderate wear. May have noticeable spine stress, minor creasing, edge or corner wear, and other small defects while remaining complete and attractive.

Very Good (VG) 3.5–5.0: A well-read copy showing noticeable wear. May have creases, spine wear, small tears, discoloration or other defects but remains complete and collectible.

Good (GD) 1.8–3.0: A heavily read copy with significant wear. May have substantial creasing, tears, spine damage, staining, writing or other defects. The comic remains generally complete and readable.

Fair (FR) 1.0–1.5: A heavily worn or damaged comic. May have significant tears, staining, splits, loose or detached components, missing non-story portions or other major defects.

Poor (PR) 0.5: A severely damaged or incomplete comic with major defects that substantially affect its condition and collectibility.

Grading Disclaimer: Grading is based on commonly accepted comic book grading standards. We are not professional graders, but make every effort to provide an accurate and conservative assessment based on the condition of each comic. Grading is subjective and opinions may vary. If you have any questions or concerns about an item, please reach out to us.