Western Outlaws and Sheriffs

A gritty, black-and-white Western series from Bell Features, Western Outlaws and Sheriffs ran for nine issues beginning in 1950, bringing tales of frontier justice and lawlessness to the spinner racks. The series is most closely associated with the dynamic, moody artwork of Joe Maneely, whose expressive linework gave the Old West a visceral, hard-boiled edge. Though brief, the series stands as a solid example of the early-1950s Western comic boom, showcasing Maneely's talent before his legendary work at Atlas Comics.