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Cover: Alex Schomburg

The Human Torch #6

Dec 1941 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
📊 ~20,879 copies sold its debut month
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In "Secret Arsenal," the Human Torch takes on a chilling mystery when a cryptic newspaper ad urges desperate people to seek help at a hidden address—only to find themselves drawn into a dangerous scheme orchestrated by a man named Mr. Haskell. Written by Mickey Spillane and brought to life by Carl Burgos on art and inks, this 1941 issue blends early superhero intrigue with a dark, socially aware twist. The cover by Alex Schomburg captures the tension perfectly, setting the tone for a story that dares to question where help truly lies.

Contains 5 stories
Secret Arsenal
20 pp · Superhero
Human Torch [Jim Hammond]Toro [Thomas Raymond]PeteFalton (introduction, death)

In "Secret Arsenal," the Human Torch and Toro take on a dangerous threat when a group of corrupt businessmen build a hidden arsenal to supply deadly weapons to ruthless, greed-driven terrorists. With the help of a loyal ally named Pete and a mysterious figure named Falton, they race to stop the weapons from falling into the wrong hands—before the city is plunged into chaos.

The Legion of Despair!
18 pp · Superhero
Human Torch [Jim Hammond]Toro [Thomas Raymond]HaskellRoberts

In "The Legion of Despair!", the Human Torch investigates a mysterious newspaper ad urging those in despair to seek help at a specific address—only to uncover a sinister scheme led by Mr. Haskell, who offers shelter and riches in exchange for theft and murder. With Toro and Roberts by his side, the Torch must confront the moral abyss of a man who preys on the broken, turning desperation into a weapon.

Untitled Humor story
2 pp · Humor
Swoopy (introduction)Windy
Murder Afloat
20 pp · Superhero
Sub-Mariner [Namor]Anthony Coswell (introduction)

When the Sub-Mariner spots a suspicious sugar refinery with a "No Trespassing" sign in Hawaii, he’s quick to investigate—only to uncover a dangerous secret: the facility is secretly producing mines designed to destroy ships. With Anthony Coswell’s name linked to the operation, Namor finds himself drawn into a watery conspiracy that could threaten the surface world.

Untitled Humor story
1 pp · Humor
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ComicBooks.com Value

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Raw (Good) $775
CGC 9.2 · 2 in census $14,178*
CGC 9.0 · 2 in census $8,694
CGC 8.5 · 1 in census $6,869*
CGC 8.0 · 4 in census $5,387
CGC 7.5 · 3 in census $4,150
CGC 7.0 · 3 in census $3,290
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CGC 6.5 · 7 in census $3,290
CGC 6.0 · 1 in census $2,608*
CGC 5.5 · 6 in census $2,441
CGC 5.0 · 5 in census $2,125
CGC 4.5 · 2 in census $1,798
CGC 4.0 · 8 in census $1,295
CGC 3.5 · 2 in census $1,286
CGC 3.0 · 2 in census $1,151
CGC 2.5 · 3 in census $900
CGC 2.0 · 1 in census $841*
CGC 1.5 · 2 in census $646*
CGC 1.0 · 4 in census $551
CGC 0.5 · 5 in census $424*
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Full credits

artist, inker Carl Burgos
cover pencils, inks Alex Schomburg

Reprints

Reprinted in Marvel Masterworks: Golden Age Human Torch #2 (2007), Timely's Greatest: The Golden Age Sub-Mariner by Bill Everett - The Pre-War Years Omnibus #[nn] (2019), Timely's Greatest: The Golden Age Human Torch by Carl Burgos Omnibus #[nn] (2019)

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