Jeff Purves--Incredible Hulk #356 Cover (1989)
Artists: Jeff Purves (Penciller) , Bob McLeod (Inker)
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Description“BIKERS ARE WIMPS!” Who knew the Hulk could be funny? For a brief time at the end of the ‘80s, writer Peter David created a new persona for the Hulk, one that was different from any that had preceded it--Mr. Fixit. Joe Fixit was an enforcer for the Las Vegas Mob. He was tough and grumpy and mean. He wore rumpled suits, a fedora and fancy shoes. He dated Las Vegas showgirls and beat up anyone who got in his way. Or in his boss’ way. No one knew he was the Hulk, they all thought the Hulk was dead. But in truth, he was hiding in plain sight. It was a darkly amusing storyline bolstered by Peter David’s dark, often witty scripts. This cover, for issue #356, was drawn for a story in which Fixit was dumped by his girlfriend, Marlo Chandler. Needing to blow off a little steam, Fixit walked into a biker bar and declared loudly, “Bikers are wimps!” Of course, much mayhem ensued but the bikers were relative pushovers for Fixit and he had to look elsewhere for more challenging opponents. The cover was drawn by newcomer Jeff Purves, who was given the unenviable task of following Todd McFarlane on the Hulk. Readers didn’t take to Purves the way they had to McFarlane and he left the Hulk after 19 issues to pursue a career in animation. Mr. Fixit didn’t last much longer than Purves, but it was fun while it lasted. Ironically this cover is now listed at number 9 in Marvel Unlimited’s “25 Greatest Hulk Covers of All Time.”Special thanks to Mike Burkey, Bill Cox and The Dueling Dealers of Comic Art! Social/Sharing |
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West Stephan
Member Since 2007
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Fantastic cover I remember well from that era!
James S 
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Those two guys must have had one too many at the bar. Even if I knew nothing about the Hulk, I wouldn't walk up to a giant, gray, growling man! Love when I get a Bill J post as part of my balanced breakfast in the morning!
Amir E
Member Since 2020
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Remember this cover well! Great addition to your collection Bill. Congrats!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
A quote that only Hulk (and maybe Terminator) can use with impunity 😅 Fun-tastic cover!
Gal Schwartz
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Memorable cover from a great era !! Congrats on this gem !
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
The Hulk vs. bikers is most certainy not a fair fight! Either way, great addition to your collection, Bill!
M L
Member Since 2015
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
The funniest one there is!!!! Love Joe and love this cover. Congrats!
Rick W
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Not since Pee-wee's Big Adventure, have we seen gonads this big!
;)
What a cover Bill!
Dave W
Member Since 2006
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Oh wow, this is FANTASTIC! Color me green with envy (or maybe grey in this case) on this one Bill. Monumental addition to your collection! Congrats - thanks for sharing!
P A
Member Since 2013
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Awesome Purves cover! His run on the Hulk was so memorable and his style so unique!. Great pick up! Congrats Bill!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
This cover is a lead pipe cinch to be one of the best by Purves. The bricks, the pinstripes, the chain, and the monster! Perfect for anyone that rides as Hulk isn't shy from showing off his own riding stance like a boss in Gangnam style.
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
I'm surprised that fans didn't generally take to Jeff Purves. I remember reading these great issues right off the rack and admiring the super clean lines and fine details -- though with Bob McLeod, you can't go wrong. Mr Fixit was loads of fun thanks to Peter David, and this is a perfect portrayal of the grumpy, tough Las Vegas Enforcer Hulk.
T Shen
Member Since 2009
2 - Posted on 7/18/2022
These Hulk covers are certainly harder and harder to come by. Love this and HUGE congrats!
Hobby Halbert
Member Since 2022
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Following Todd McFarlane has to be extremely difficult. Regardless, this is a great cover. Congratulations on a fantastic pickup!
John Espinoza
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
A Jeff Purves Hulk cover is already impressive but a classic cover? Well done, Sir! What a great description to match the cover too!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Hulk"s suit isn't all ripped up. Where does he do his shopping! Mind blowing. Congrats on a fun and memorable pick up!
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Wonderful MR FIXIT Hulk cover, didn't really follow much of this era on Hulk but still found it fun.
Malvin V
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
I remember this cover and I like Purves' distinct style! Awesome cover and congrats!
REDEMAGNI CLAUDIO
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Wonderful, one cover more beautiful than the other
Sooner or later I'll die of envy :), congratulations Bill
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Savage composition and perspective/angle here. Also, Mr. Hulk, everyone is a wimp next to you, hahaha...
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Yes, certainly a classic cover from that era, isn't it? I remember initially being put off by the idea of Mr Fixit, as I disliked it any time the creators would get further away from the classic, savage Hulk I grew up loving. But this part of Peter David's run is a fantastic example of the immense difference a writer can soimetimes make in getting fans to still love the book and character. It WAS absolutely fun while it lasted and deservedly a fondly remembered part of the Hulk's historical canon. Congrats, Bill!
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Purves was so good during his run on the Incredible Hulk. One of my favorite covers from the run. Congrats!
Sean Clarke
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
I may be alone in preferring Purves over Mcfarlane- especially when Jeff was inked by Marie Severin. Great, fun cover... and it's wonderful that it's all art and doesn't have the hideous UPC box throwing off the balance and composition!
Kelsey S
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Such an awesomely fun cover! Joe Fixit is the best!
Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
The Hulk should wear ties more often. He looks good in them.
Vik V
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Rare opportunity and you pulled the trigger! Congrats for this cover!
David Askani’Son
Member Since 2012
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
You have such great taste my friend! Awesome get on this beautiful Cover!
J. Sid
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/18/2022
Though a die-hard McFarlane fan, I have to concede that the Purves run was more fun to read. Great cover.
F M
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/19/2022
Imposing cover.
What's especially interesting for me is that McLeod didn't overpower Purves' art too much.
Magnus X
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/19/2022
Well its not everyday that we are so lucky to see a Mr. Fixit / Hulk Cover. Peter David at his best and Purves art was the cherry at the Top. Huge Congratulations..!
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/19/2022
Now youse can't leave. (Heh. People's mileage may vary regarding Purves, but there is no denying that this is a nice cover.)
Michael Kirton
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 7/19/2022
Oh man I've had Purves on the brain recently after listening to a Liefeld podcast where he sang his praises. Congrats on yet another great example from a tremendous artist.
Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/20/2022
Ha! Such an on-point Joe Fixit right here...congrats, Bill!
Wolvie Fan
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/20/2022
McFarlane, Purves, Keown, Frank, and Peter David writing made Hulk one of the best reads from the late 80's into the 90's. Awesome cover
Kin Wong
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 7/20/2022
I'm surprised this was a Dueling Dealers pickup (I only catch the sporadic episode), but congrats on a neat Hulk cover!
Ian Saint
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 7/21/2022
Really awesome cover. Love how Hulk looks in this.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 7/22/2022
Congratulations, Bill, on a truly stunning cover!
Mark V
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 7/22/2022
Congrats on this latest pickup, Bill. Peter David had a real knack for upending the status quo on the Hulk during his long run and Jeff Purves' lighter, cartoonier style really helped sell the transition to the Joe Fixit stories. A shame we didn't see more sequential work from him!
kent mansley
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 7/23/2022
Definitely a fun and memorable cover! Huge congrats!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Huge congrats, Bill! Purves is way up there on my list of Hulk artists. His all too short run was packed with fun, energy, and was so unique to him in terms of stylization. You got an outstanding example here!
Felix Lu
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/26/2022
Dawdled when Jeff emerged about 12 years ago with covers...still kicking myself. The Peter David run is my all-time favorite Hulk. Each artist a superstar. Purves and Kieth were my two faves. Big congrats, Bill!
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 8/1/2022
Jeff Purves took a shot in a difficult transition where fans were sure to gripe. He nailed it here and Joe Fixit was and is memorable to this day.
RS 88
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 8/3/2022
Fixit is my favourite Hulk. Great snag and rarecover image of the best Hulk!
colin L
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 8/8/2022
I agree, bikers are wimps lol. Awesome Hulk art Bill !
Sylvain R
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 8/10/2022
Purves has been so underrated for decades, his short run on hulk was (unfortunately l) between Mcfarlane and Keown ones, so people tends to forget him, but in my opinion he was second-to-none... and this cover is a perfect example of his immense talent.
Brandon Coffey
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 8/11/2022
Dang! This is killer! Loved this period of the Hulk. Good times.
gene o
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 8/13/2022
I always liked Purves style on Hulk. The clean lines were a refreshing change from all the hyper-rendering of that era
Some Collector
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/31/2023
Love Jeff's style on his short run. Congrats!
matthew reed
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/13/2024
always wonderful to visit your collection. so many wicked works. terrific cover here. fun time to be a hulk fan!
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