Does this look like a trim-job? (ASM53) 0

[jcjames]

Does this look like the book was trimmed or just a bad printing defect?

 

[comicquant]

I don't think the books been trimmed.  All the typical markings from books manufactured then are present!

[HighStakesComics]

I don't see anything that would be concerning either.

[jcjames]

Okay thanks. I hadn't seen one with such a hacked-edge before.

[jcjames]

9 hours ago, comicquant said:

I don't think the books been trimmed.  All the typical markings from books manufactured then are present!

Thanks. Can you elaborate on what markings you're referring to?

 

 

[comicquant]

2 hours ago, jcjames said:

Thanks. Can you elaborate on what markings you're referring to?

 

 

If you look at the cross section or edges of the book you'll see some inconsistencies or roughness.  These are from the manufacturing process and are more noticeable on particular issues.  Search eBay for ASM #57 (Ka-zar) and up by the CCA box (most of the time) you'll see a rough cut that looks like chipping.  A book that's been trimmed would have edges that align and form a smooth wall.