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David Dennis Jr. highlighted this iconic issue as his very first comic book, noting that he still owns his original copy. He discussed its historical significance as the best-selling comic book of all time, representing a landmark moment in the medium. The issue was celebrated for its era-defining work by Jim Lee and Chris Claremont during a deep dive into the franchise's legacy.
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This was described as David's very first comic book, which he still possessed. It was the Jim Lee/Chris Claremont issue that was reportedly the biggest selling comic book of all time.
my mom would take me to the grocery store or the mall and I'd sit in the bookstore, sit in the corner. I still have my very first comic book, which is X-Men 1. The Jim Lee, Chris Claremont was like the biggest selling comic book of all time.