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BEST. COVER. EVER. - Chuck Norris! (1987)

Location: covers
Artists: Mike Zeck (Penciller) ,  John Beatty (Inker)

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BEST. COVER. EVER. - Chuck Norris! (1987)
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When I consign my collection to HA, all the art must be listed like this.

letter from Steve Ditko, who did the interior page pencils, about how he became involved in the comic and if he's a fan of Chuck...

splash page by Steve Ditko

Chuck still RULES!

SECOND. BEST. COVER. EVER.

Chuck Norris and the Karate Kommandos #1 -- published cover
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Location: covers
Title: BEST. COVER. EVER. - Chuck Norris! (1987)
Artist:  Mike Zeck (Penciller) ,  John Beatty (Inker)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Cover
For Sale Status: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Views: 11028
Likes on CAF: 20
Favorited on CAF: 7
Comments: 112
Added to Site: 8/12/2007

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Thousands of years from now Chuck Norris will be a religion and millions of people will worship the cover to Chuckie and the Karate Kommandos #1.

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Steve Kro
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Member Since: July 2007
Last Login: April 2026
Country: UNITED STATES
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James Sharland Member Since 2006
Posted On 9/3/2007

The leading causes of death in the United States are: 1. Heart Disease 2. Chuck Norris 3. Cancer
Andrew Allen Member Since 2007
Posted On 1/25/2022

James Sharland wrote:
"  The leading causes of death in the United States are: 1. Heart Disease 2. Chuck Norris 3. Cancer  "

Oh, look.  A comment from The Before Times.  But Chuck Norris still out-kicks COVID.

 P T Member Since 2006
Posted On 10/19/2007

i remember reading this, was'nt very good, but a nice zeck cover. congrats
jeremy slawsky Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/8/2008

Chuck Norris doesn't read books. He stares them down until he gets the information he wants.
Chris Shields Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/8/2008

There is no 'ctrl' button on Chuck Norris's computer. Chuck Norris is always in control.
Dan Gallo Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/8/2008

Very Cool!
Craig Rogers Member Since 2004
Posted On 3/8/2008

In case you weren't sure who he was, he's got the "CN" right on his chest! :)
Steve W. Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/8/2008

Chuck is God !!! :)
Michael Hosey Member Since 2004
Posted On 3/8/2008

I saw the title, I thought this would be something good.
Wade Furlong Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/9/2008

Nothin' beats Chuck Norris, yah damn right...
Mark B. Kirschner Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/9/2008

I know who the original owner of this piece was and I can't believe he let it out of his grasp. Down the road he'll be kicking himself. :-]
Chris C Member Since 2004
Posted On 3/9/2008

The previous owner will be kicking himself.....if Chuck doesn't start kicking him first.
E DLS Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/10/2008

The Grail of all grails! I'll trade you my entire set of Walker Texas Ranger DVD's for it! =)
Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/10/2008

ATTN: Michael Hosey -- dude, I'm sorry Spider-Woman doesn't appear on this cover with Chuck.
Filmore W. Bedwick Member Since 2003
Posted On 2/7/2016

Steve Kro wrote:
" ATTN: Michael Hosey -- dude, I'm sorry Spider-Woman doesn't appear on this cover with Chuck.  "
Oh, But She IS! Chuck Nirris IS Spider-Woman and every other Super Hero!!! That is why the ARE Super!!!!
Filmore W. Bedwick Member Since 2003
Posted On 2/7/2016

Filmore W. Bedwick wrote:
" Oh, But She IS! Chuck Nirris IS Spider-Woman and every other Super Hero!!! That is why the ARE Super!!!!  "
Arghhh! Chuck Norris just kicked my butt for mispelling his name😁😁
Ryan P Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/10/2008

They replaced Chuck Norris with Doomsday in The Death of Superman because they wanted to series to last more than one panel. They also realized they couldn't bring Supes back after a Chuck Norris roundhouse kick.
Ken R Member Since 2006
Posted On 3/10/2008

If Chuck Norris says Kommandos is spelled with a K than it's spelled with a f@#king K!
Chris C Member Since 2004
Posted On 3/10/2008

Go ahead....make fun of the headband....I dare you!!
Sean Clarke Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/13/2008

Superman owns a pair of Chuck Norris pajamas. Every year on his birthday, Chuck Norris randomly selects one lucky child to be thrown into the sun. Chuck Norris is currently suing NBC, claiming Law and Order are trademarked names for his left and right legs. The chief export of Chuck Norris is pain. Chuck Norris defines love as the reluctance to murder. If you’re still alive, it’s because Chuck Norris loves you. Chuck Norris isn’t hung like a horse. Horses are hung like Chuck Norris. If you can see Chuck Norris, he can see you. If you can’t see Chuck Norris you may be only seconds away from death. My favorite Chuck Norris quote: "When I want your opinion, I'll beat it out of you!"
Brian K. Member Since 2006
Posted On 3/13/2008

It is rumoured Chuck Norris' tears are a cure cancer. This, of course, is only a rumour as Chuck Norris has never cried.
Seamus  O Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/14/2008

Chuck Norris visited The Virgin Islands. Now they’re known as just “The Islands”.
Corey Aalbers Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/14/2008

Chuck Norris is suing Myspace for taking the name of what he calls everything around you.
Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/14/2008

I own this cover. CN owns me. And you. And everybody else.
Ken R Member Since 2006
Posted On 3/14/2008

Hilarious Steve...haha.
Lance Bivins Member Since 2006
Posted On 3/15/2008

Rumor has it Chuck was in a knife fight once, the knife lost.
glen gold Member Since 2004
Posted On 3/15/2008

Chuck Norris doesn't drink champagne. Real pain will do just fine.
Seamus  O Member Since 2007
Posted On 3/16/2008

Chuck Norris doesn’t get wet, the water gets Norrised.
michael Avila Member Since 2004
Posted On 4/23/2008

fantastic!!!!!
Jeff Singh Member Since 2004
Posted On 4/23/2008

Wow, where can I sign up for this cult. It would be worth it only to bask in the glory that is Chuck Norris and to be able to see this cover in person. I wonder how many times Mike Zeck has been asked to recreate this:)
Mike K Member Since 2003
Posted On 4/24/2008

This is one bandwagon I have to jump on... "If you have five dollars and Chuck Norris has five dollars, Chuck Norris has more money than you."
Steve  M Member Since 2006
Posted On 4/24/2008

This may be one of the best covers ever, but I'm still waiting for the Alex Ross painted version for the next Overstreet guide.
Steve Welch Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/24/2008

How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could Chuck Norris? ...All of it.
Galac Tun Member Since 2006
Posted On 4/25/2008

Haha. It's funny that nobody else wanted this on ebay. But I think you just doubled it's value.
Rich Yanizeski Member Since 2006
Posted On 4/25/2008

Why is former UN Ambassador John Bolton on the cover of this book?
Dave Kopecki Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 4/25/2008

"Chuck Norris doesn't wear condoms, because there's no such thing as protection from Chuck Norris! - When the Boogeyman goes to sleep, he checks his closet for Chuck Norris. - Chuck Norris frequently donates blood to the Red Cross. Just never his own." - Seriosly great piece!!
Richard Lenkov Member Since 2008
Posted On 4/25/2008

Notice how he has no lower torso, BECAUSE HE BEAT IT OFF HIMSELF IN A FIT OF NORRIS RAGE! "Look at these nails, they are perfect!" Those henchmen in the background are actually extras from Missing in Action 4: THIS TIME IT'S PERSONAL! This was shot right before Norris tried out to be a Solid Gold dancer This was the rejected poster from "Invasion USA 2: DIE COMMIE DIE!
Thomas FISH Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/28/2008

ever consider donating to the national archives? please do this is a piece for the ages
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 1/16/2015

Thomas FISH wrote:
" ever consider donating to the national archives? please do this is a piece for the ages  "
Very wise in his generation to make such a stellar remark.
Icon UK Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/30/2008

"Chuck Norris doesn't need an inker, because his pencil lines are THAT hard!"
Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 6/14/2008

Michael Finn has his great 1-minute later cover recreations, which we all know and love. This cover would only need a 1-second later recreation: CN triumphantly standing atop a pile of broken and battered ninjas.
Seamus  O Member Since 2007
Posted On 8/21/2008

Did you see the Chuck Norris Paris Hilton sex tape? Of course not... night vision can't capture Chuck Norris.
Paul Nguyen Member Since 2007
Posted On 8/22/2008

Yup. Title says it all. "Chuck Norris does not do push ups. He pushes the Earth down.
Thomas Rosko Member Since 2007
Posted On 12/23/2008

This is so damn fantastic. Love it!
Seamus  O Member Since 2007
Posted On 2/4/2009

Why is Chuck always on the top when he's gettin his freak on?? Chuck Norris don't fuck up.
PERCY'S COLLECTION Member Since 2003
Posted On 2/11/2009

Chuck Norris is still the toughest man on the planet!!!! ; )
Brian Mulcahy Member Since 2004
Posted On 2/19/2009

Scientists have discovered the source of the Big Bang - God pulled Chuck Norris's Finger.
JEff G Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 2/25/2009

Superman sleeps in Chuck Norris pajamas.....
Joseph Normoyle Member Since 2005
Posted On 3/28/2009

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is based on a true story: Chuck Norris once swallowed a turtle whole, and when he crapped it out, the turtle was six feet tall and had learned karate. :P
. BRAUNY Member Since 2007
Posted On 11/11/2009

Holy shit. I wish I had something clever to say. Reading all of these comments was great!
Wesley Liu Member Since 2009
Posted On 11/23/2009

Awesome cover. I am waiting for a Marvel crossover where Chuck beats up Galactus.
Crees Tyler Member Since 2008
Posted On 6/11/2010

Amazing ! Congrats... Such a beautiful cover !!!
Zack Smith Member Since 2010
Posted On 1/2/2011

Chuck Norris WISHES he owned this cover.
Michel Maillot Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/20/2011

OK, all of you had your funny times but now Chuck is coming for you and you will learn how it is difficult to smile without all these teeth !
Romain Verlier Member Since 2009
Posted On 5/10/2011

Best Clever Cover Ever : I remember the guy kicking zombies in Texas !!! The guy was a visionnaire, way ahead of his time !!!! Hey look out !!! that's Chuck Norris right behind Y............erkg..________________________ .
Troy C. Punswick Member Since 2008
Posted On 11/7/2011

If Chuck Norris is late, time better slow the f*ck down - Great Cover!
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 1/3/2012

This image should be on the American flag.
John Dell Member Since 2011
Posted On 10/28/2012

Wow. The bottom fell out on this one, huh? Hope you didn't pay too much for a particularly good example of rather obscure pop-culture reference to an ironically popular "star" from the early '80s. You looking for any Gary Glitter collectibles too? How about a signed AZIA poster?
Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 10/29/2012

John Dell wrote:
" Wow. The bottom fell out on this one, huh? Hope you didn't pay too much for a particularly good example of rather obscure pop-culture reference to an ironically popular "star" from the early '80s. You looking for any Gary Glitter collectibles too? How about a signed AZIA poster?  "
54 other people have a sense of humor. You do not.
Fred's CAF Gallery Member Since 2003
Posted On 11/1/2012

The World's Greatest Super-Hero! Chuck Norris is THE MAN!!!
Conny Valentina Member Since 2008
Posted On 11/2/2012

I don't know what's more awesome, this cover, or all the brilliant one liners in all the comments! I can't stop laughing!
Lars Teglbjaerg Member Since 2005
Posted On 7/3/2013

Without doubt the "Best.Cover.Ever" on CAF. The Ditko interior art pales in comparison.
Royd Burgoyne Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 7/29/2013

Having seen this in person I can confirm it is the Best_Cover_Ever :) "Chuck Norris and Superman once fought each other on a bet. The loser had to start wearing his underwear on the outside of his pants."
Jason Versaggi Member Since 2005
Posted On 4/15/2014

When Jack Kirby wanted to learn how to smoke a cigar Chuck Norris illustrated it for him by drawing the first ever sketch of the Thing chomping on a stogie and thus the Marvel Universe was born.
Vartan  Dadian Member Since 2012
Posted On 4/22/2014

I'm shocked Ditko wrote so much!
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 9/23/2014

The admitted fact that Ditko has watched Chuck Norris movies has just made my day!
Lenny Da Collector Member Since 2005
Posted On 9/26/2014

Now if you took down this cover from your CAF, I would be happy as I would not ever need to see this ugly cover staring at me again each time I click on your main gallery.
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 11/6/2014

Lenny Da Collector wrote:
" Now if you took down this cover from your CAF, I would be happy as I would not ever need to see this ugly cover staring at me again each time I click on your main gallery.  "
Worst comment ever. Go Back To Russia!
Lenny Da Collector Member Since 2005
Posted On 12/13/2015

I second Michael Hosey's comments above. Agreed 100%
Chris C Member Since 2004
Posted On 2/6/2016

Lenny Da Collector wrote:
" I second Michael Hosey's comments above. Agreed 100%  "
I totally feel for you Leo. I go through CAF and, when I don't like a piece, repeated return month after month to comment on how I don't like it. And I too have had my sense of humor surgically removed and my "art critic" beret permanently affixed to my head. I find that helps for me to take comic art far too seriously that way.
Lenny Da Collector Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/6/2016

Chris C wrote:
" I totally feel for you Leo. I go through CAF and, when I don't like a piece, repeated return month after month to comment on how I don't like it. And I too have had my sense of humor surgically removed and my "art critic" beret permanently affixed to my head. I find that helps for me to take comic art far too seriously that way.  "
Chris, I'm just ribbing Kro. He's my good buddy. That's how we show our appreciation lol. I have nothing against this cover.
Chris C Member Since 2004
Posted On 2/6/2016

Lenny Da Collector wrote:
" Chris, I'm just ribbing Kro. He's my good buddy. That's how we show our appreciation lol. I have nothing against this cover.  "
lol Well-played Leo. We are cancelling the investigation into your being the president of the Anti-Norris-League.
Lenny Da Collector Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/6/2016

Chris C wrote:
" lol Well-played Leo. We are cancelling the investigation into your being the president of the Anti-Norris-League.  "
Chris I thought Kro is the President. No way I could ever be President.
Lenny Da Collector Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/6/2016

Lenny Da Collector wrote:
" Chris I thought Kro is the President. No way I could ever be President.  "
Never mind. I read too fast. I read it as President of the Norris League lol.
Will K Member Since 2006
Posted On 2/7/2016

Lenny Da Collector wrote:
" Never mind. I read too fast. I read it as President of the Norris League lol.  "
Noone is in Chuck Norris' league. Noone.
Felix  Lu Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/6/2016

When Chuck Norris bids on his own auctions, it's not called shill bidding. It's just bidding.
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 2/7/2016

Remember when i was the only cafer who cared about the greatest piece of art ever created? 2007... good times.
Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 2/7/2016

James Sharland wrote:
" Remember when i was the only cafer who cared about the greatest piece of art ever created? 2007... good times.  "
Yes, you were there first. Chuck never forgets.
Steve  M Member Since 2006
2    
Posted On 2/8/2016

Thanks for sharing. I always wondered how Steve Ditko got famous.
Sean Rutan Member Since 2012
Posted On 5/3/2017

It's hard to argue with your logic......this cover is already legendary. Congrats!
Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 7/21/2017

Mess with the best...... Die like the rest.
James Sharland Member Since 2010
Posted On 12/28/2017

Regarding the For Sale Status on this piece... bastard. Also, eww.
Mark Levy Member Since 2004
Posted On 9/21/2018

James Sharland wrote:
"  Regarding the For Sale Status on this piece... bastard. Also, eww.  "

Best comments section on CAF for sure...478M views is a lot - time goes very slowly when following that link!

 David IMFan Member Since 2018
Posted On 7/10/2019

Guns don't kill people. Chuck Norris kills people.

 

 Troy C. Punswick Member Since 2008
Posted On 7/29/2019

If Chuck Norris fought Zagor who would win???

 COL (Ret) Churchill Member Since 2004
Posted On 5/9/2020

The previous collector secured all three signatures from Zeck, Beatty, and Shooter.  Pretty cool, huh?  When he took  the cover art to Norris for his signature, he barely survived the encounter.  Chuck signs alone.  That is all you need to know.

On another note, keep those zingers coming.....

 ALFREDO QUINTERO Member Since 2006
Posted On 1/30/2021

Did you know that Chuck Norris has a Bear rug in his living room. The Bear is not dead, it is just afraid to move.

 Thomas Vanderstappen Member Since 2005
Posted On 5/24/2021

Stellar piece in a stunning collection!

 James S Member Since 2017
Posted On 1/23/2022

I didn't realize this book was a thing.  I guess Chuck decided that it would reveal itself to me when the time was right, and I could mentally keep it together knowing its existence!  We'll see if I can!  

 gPrez *** Member Since 2021
Posted On 2/9/2022

Nice! Jealous!

 

 David IMFan Member Since 2018
Posted On 5/5/2022

I heard that if NASA does another Voyager probe, instead of a golden disk, they talked about sending this cover into outer space, so any life that finds it will immediately understand the dynamic human race.

 Kasra Ghanbari Member Since 2004
CAF Administrator
Posted On 4/12/2023

93/10,001

 Steve Kro Member Since 2007
Posted On 4/12/2023

Kasra Ghanbari wrote:
"  93/10,001
 "

Thank you for keeping track.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
1    
Posted On 6/22/2023

There is no chin behind Chuck Norris' beard. There is only another fist.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 7/1/2023

Once a cobra bit Chuck Norris' leg. After five days of excruciating pain, the cobra died.

 O P Member Since 2006
Posted On 11/19/2023

Love this! Was a Chuck fanatic as a youngster. 

 Jason D'Ambrosio Member Since 2018
Posted On 8/6/2024

Commandos is spelled wrong... 

 Newell T aka Stingray Member Since 2017
Posted On 8/6/2024

Mandatory comment because the CEO said it would get me into heaven. Great piece!

 My NAME IS LEGION Member Since 2004
Posted On 8/6/2024

100

 Marcus Wai Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 8/6/2024

His five fingered tiger fist technique is top notch! 

 xatari+snikt (Mike Hansen) Member Since 2019
Posted On 8/6/2024

Chuck Norris counted to infinity...

Twice

Great piece and awesome story behind this one!

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 8/8/2024

Chuck Norris can kill your imaginary friends.

 Neon Dragon Member Since 2017
Posted On 8/9/2024

My Tae Kwon Do instructor was the Korean National Champion and a 9th degree Black Belt.  I saw him do things that defied the laws of physics.  He was short but like Yoda.  You would never want to get into a fight with him.  I'll never forget his advice, though.  "I cannot stop bullets".

 Rick W Member Since 2017
1    
Posted On 11/25/2024

Chuck Norris tears cure cancer. It's a pity he never cries. 

 Peter Sullivan Member Since 2006
Posted On 1/24/2025

I like Chuck too. You have had this a long time but you know what they say, some things you let go of, or change your mind on, and some are unchuckable.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 3/30/2025

Once Chuck Norris was petting a ferocious man-eating tiger at the circus. A low growl began to shake the room.

The trainer whispered, "Get up very slowly and back away."

So the tiger did.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 3/30/2025

Chuck Norris uses a stunt double for crying scenes.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 3/30/2025

Chuck Norris once told a joke about Will Smith's wife.

Will slapped himself.

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 3/30/2025

Chuck Norris uses pepper spray to season his meat.

 Steve Day Vich Member Since 2007
Posted On 4/10/2025

Thats a fucking poser cover

 Rick W Member Since 2017
Posted On 3/20/2026

R.I.P. Chuck Norris 

 Marcus Wai Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 3/20/2026

RIP Chuck Norris.

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