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Daredevil's Bronze Age key issues: #131 (first Bullseye, $200-6,000), #158 (early Frank Miller, $100-1,200), #168 (first Elektra, $150-6,000), #176 (first Stick, $30-200), and #181 (death of Elektra, 30-600$). The Miller era (1979-1983) dominates this period.

Daredevil's Bronze Age period (roughly 1970-1983, issues #70 to #200) contains the most dramatic transformation a Marvel title has ever seen. From a second-rate comic with mediocre sales, Frank Miller made Daredevil a critical and commercial phenomenon that would influence decades of storytelling. This metamorphosis is reflected in the prices: Miller issues outperform everything else in the Bronze Age catalog combined.

This guide details eachkey issue Bronze Age Daredevilwith current quotes, valuation history and investment prospects.

Pre-Miller: the foundations (1970-1978)

Daredevil #100 (June 1973) — Centennial Issue

Anniversary issue with special cover. No major first appearance but a collectible milestone. CGC 9.4: $150-250. CGC 6.0: $30-50. Interest mainly in completionism.

Daredevil #105 (November 1973) — First Moondragon in DD

Moondragon as a guest, contributes to Marvel cosmic continuity. CGC 9.4: $100-150. Niche issue for Marvel cosmic collectors.

Daredevil #131 (March 1976) — First Bullseye

The key issue Bronze Age major pre-Miller.First appearance of Lester/Bullseye, Daredevil's definitive antagonist. The assassin who never misses his target will become the instrument of the worst moments of Matt Murdock's life (death of Elektra, paralysis of Karen Page in certain continuities).

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Attention :this issue contains a Marvel Value Stamp. ALWAYS check that the stamp is intact before purchasing raw. A copy with a cut stamp is classified "Incomplete" by CGC (grade 0.5 maximum). On the raw market, an incomplete #131 is worth $10-20 maximum.

Daredevil #132 (April 1976) — Second Bullseye

Second appearance of Bullseye, often available for a fraction of the price of #131. CGC 9.4: $100-200. CGC 6.0: $25-40. Excellent budget complement to #131.

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Miller's arrival (1979–1980)

Daredevil #158 (May 1979) — Frank Miller on drawing

The beginning of an era.Frank Miller takes the drawing (Roger McKenzie on the screenplay). The visual style changes immediately: dynamic compositions, manga influences, nocturnal atmosphere. This issue marks the starting point of Daredevil's transformation.

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Daredevil #159 (July 1979) — First Bullseye by Miller

Miller redesigns Bullseye and establishes the deadly dynamic between the two characters. CGC 9.6: $200-350. CGC 9.0: $80-120. The definitive interpretation of Bullseye begins here.

Daredevil #163 (March 1980) — First Hulk vs. Daredevil (Miller)

Iconic confrontation, spectacular coverage. Matt Murdock faces an impossible opponent. CGC 9.6: $150-250. CGC 9.0: $60-100. The cover alone justifies the purchase.

Daredevil #164 (May 1980) — Miller takes on the script

Miller becomes full author (screenplay + drawing). The true beginning of his total creative vision. CGC 9.6: $150-250. Underlisted as "first Miller writer/artist".

The Elektra saga and Miller at the top (1981-1983)

Daredevil #168 (January 1981) — First Elektra

The Bronze Age DD powerhouse.First appearance of Elektra Natchios, former lover of Matt Murdock turned ninja assassin. One of Marvel's most popular female characters, present in the Netflix and MCU adaptations.

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Census:approximately 3,200 graded copies. 180 in 9.8, 1 in 9.9. High condition is relatively affordable compared to #1 but prices climb exponentially above 9.6.

Daredevil #169 (March 1981) — First new Bullseye saga

Bullseye attacks the hospital, maximum tension. CGC 9.6: $80-130. One of the best narrative issues of the saga.

Daredevil #174 (September 1981) — First Hand

Introduction of the ninja organization The Hand, which will become central to the DD universe and adaptations. CGC 9.6: $100-180. CGC 9.0: $40-70. Underrated for the importance of The Hand in the adaptations.

Daredevil #176 (November 1981) — First Stick

First appearance of Stick, Matt Murdock's blind mentor. Central character in the Netflix adaptations (played by Scott Glenn). CGC 9.8: $300-500. CGC 9.6: $100-180. CGC 9.0: $40-70. One of the best price/importance ratios of the Bronze Age DD.

Daredevil #181 (April 1982) — Death of Elektra

Bullseye kills Elektra. One of the most iconic moments in comic book history. All-black cover with Elektra's bloody hands — an image that has become the symbol of an era. CGC 9.8: $400-600. CGC 9.6: $150-250. CGC 9.0: $50-80.

Daredevil #183 (June 1982) — Punisher crossover

First real DD/Punisher confrontation. Two visions of justice face to face. Anticipate the Netflix dynamic. CGC 9.6: $100-180. CGC 9.0: $40-60.

Daredevil #188 (November 1982) — Last regular Miller

Miller's last consecutive issue before his sporadic episodes. End of an era. CGC 9.6: $40-70. Miller run completion number.

Daredevil #190-191 (January-February 1983) — Resurrection of Elektra

Miller returns to conclude his Elektra saga. #190 is his last issue as a regular writer/artist. #191 (Roulette) is one of the best single issues ever written — Matt Murdock plays Russian roulette with the paralyzed Bullseye. CGC 9.6: $50-80 each.

Bronze Age investment: summary

Bronze Age Daredevil offers the best investment spread of the title: from accessible numbers (#158 at $25, #176 at $30) to blue chips (#168, #131) with a logical progression. A collector can assemble all 15 major key issues from this era for $1,000-3,000 depending on conditions, a reasonable investment with strong MCU-driven growth potential.

Newsstand editions of Miller issues command a 20-40% premium over direct editions. This distinction becomes more and more significant as collectors become more specialized.

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