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Kimberly Smith UNITED STATES
Member Since May 2009
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Ultimatum 3 Variant Cover, Hank Pym

Location: FOR SALE
Artists: Ed McGuinness (Penciller) ,  Mark Farmer (Inker)

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Ultimatum 3 Variant Cover, Hank Pym
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Location: FOR SALE
Title: Ultimatum 3 Variant Cover, Hank Pym
Artist:  Ed McGuinness (Penciller) ,  Mark Farmer (Inker)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Cover
For Sale Status: ???
Views: 4054
Likes on CAF: 2
Favorited on CAF: 1
Comments: 27
Added to Site: 1/28/2011

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I need money so I might sell it for the right price. I’m accepting offers.



My Holy Grail. The issue where Hank Pym sacrifices himself.
When Ultimatum 3 came out in Dec 2008 I emailed Ed McGuinness and begged him for the variant cover. He told me that the inker from England got to keep the cover and he doesn't sell his stuff. So I looked all over the internet looking for info on Mark Farmer and found nothing. So sadly I gave up. Last month one of my artist friends on Facebook mentioned to one of his friends about how he thought Mark's inks would look great over his pencils. So I sent him a message asking if he knew how I could contact Mark. I didn't actually expect him to personally know Mark. But he did. So I was able to get in contact with Mark and ask about the cover. He said "sure I have" and he'd sell it to me.
I also didn't expect to be able to afford a variant cover by Ed McGuinness. I almost fell out of my chair when he told me what he'd sell it to me for. I guess because it's Pym. It's nice to like a character that not a lot of others are interested in.

This has been my best OA buying experience so far. It was all luck and right place/right time.

This was the last issue of anything I read in the Ultimate Universe. They killed Hank so why read on.

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Kimberly Smith
Member Since: May 2009
Last Login: April 2026
Ebay Id: Howardtheduck78
Country: UNITED STATES
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Filmore W. Bedwick Member Since 2003
Posted On 1/28/2011

Kimberly, That is Sooo Cool! I am so happy for you that you acquired your Grail! It is an awesome feeling, particularly when you worked for it and earned it. Savor the moment and art!
Malvin V Member Since 2004
Posted On 1/28/2011

Congrats on getting your grail! That was too easy though, now you need a grail that will be harder to get!
Mike Niederer Member Since 2010
Posted On 1/28/2011

Congratulations! good work tracking it down
Matt S Member Since 2006
Posted On 1/28/2011

very cool!
Mike W Member Since 2007
Posted On 1/28/2011

Awesome pick up, Kimberly!!! A Grail indeed!!! Congratulations!!!!
Joseph Serpico Member Since 2009
Posted On 1/28/2011

Great piece. Can't get a much larger image of the character (Pym) pictured on a cover. Lots of power and energy. Congrats.
Alex Johnson Member Since 2006
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Posted On 1/28/2011

Congrats on catching a piece you love so much. You should add the story to the description.
Shannon Weathers Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/28/2011

Excellent piece-glad Ultimate Hank died a hero's death.
Aidan (Re-Legion ) Lacy Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/29/2011

It is ALWAYS good when the Universe shifts ever so slightly and allows a Grail to COME HOME. All is well and all manner of things are well. Enjoy
James Halperin Member Since 2007
Posted On 1/29/2011

Brilliant. What a stunning image!!
Fred Bronaugh Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/29/2011

Big Hank Pym fan I see. Mcguinness is a great artist.
George H Member Since 2009
Posted On 1/29/2011

This is a perfect fit for your collection! Great cover!
Dave Kopecki Member Since 2008
Posted On 1/29/2011

It is a great feeling to find and acquire a personal grail! Congrats on this!
mark depolito Member Since 2008
Posted On 1/29/2011

Congrats on a great cover and even better story!
Foggy Bottom Member Since 2009
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Posted On 1/29/2011

Baller.
Sean Clarke Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/30/2011

Every time a comic art collector acquires a long sought grail, you hear a bell, and an angel gets his wings. Really happy for you, Kim... good hunting!
Mario Rhodanos Member Since 2004
Posted On 1/30/2011

caramba carambita,great cover...........
Jonathan Mueller Member Since 2005
Posted On 1/31/2011

Congrats Kimberly! I was lucky enough to acquire my comic art GRAIL last year, so I know how special such an acquisition that can be! If you're looking to get it framed, I can't recommend Steve Wyatt (he has a CAF gallery) highly enough! He did a fabulous job on my Wrightson Hooky Cover! Happy Collecting!
Tommy Garvey Member Since 2006
Posted On 2/23/2011

Awesome! Hank doesn't get enough solo covers. Cool layouts too, I don't think I've ever seen a cover set up exactly like that before.
Carlos DS Member Since 2006
Posted On 4/8/2011

Love the body position. Wonderful cover !! congratulations !
Adam Ianbarry Member Since 2010
Posted On 4/28/2011

A stunning cover.... & great story to illustrate how much it means to you! :-)
Fred's CAF Gallery Member Since 2003
Posted On 7/28/2011

An AWE-INSPIRING cover!!! It doesn't get much better than this!
Patrick  Brooks Member Since 2008
Posted On 11/30/2012

NO matter how many times I come to view your gallery, this piece jumps out at me. I can't take my eyes off of it. Out of all of the great pieces in your gallery, this is my favorite. Such a great concept.
Kimberly Smith Member Since 2009
Posted On 11/30/2012

Patrick Brooks wrote:
" NO matter how many times I come to view your gallery, this piece jumps out at me. I can't take my eyes off of it. Out of all of the great pieces in your gallery, this is my favorite. Such a great concept.  "
It's my favorite too. :) thanx
Hart R. Member Since 2004
Posted On 11/30/2012

SOOOOOO....COOOOOOOOOOOOL!!!
- Artemaria Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/2/2013

Only McGuiness could jam pack that much image in a cover. I can see why it is your grail and why you reached out across the pond (the home of the original Holy Grail) to get it. Giant congratulations!
Ryan Barrett Member Since 2019
Posted On 6/11/2020

I love your story for acquiring this! And what an awesome cover image to own! Thank you for sharing your experience and art with us. 

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