Like Sonne, I had comic #1, regular size though and didn't get another comic until #15 at a general store while on vacation at my Grandpa's. I enjoyed the comics when I could get them, but it was hit and miss. I filled in the gaps later when I was older. #1 was picked off a stack at Target. They were laid flat on a shelf in the GI JOE toy section and there were at least 50 copies in that stack. It was 1982 or early 83 and I think it is a first edition.

I remember collecting issues more regularly starting at #28. I made it to the 120's, and it was weird, and I went off to college and had no money for "discretionary expenses." I look forward to commenting when I can, but a colleague at work left abruptly and I am pressing hard at work these days.

As far as complaining about the dialogue, I actually enjoyed it. I read them to my little brother and actually helped him learn to read better.

Thanks for the great idea!