Thor #281 (Mar 1979) 7.5 VF- Newsstand

Thor #281, published in Mar 1979, is a Bronze Age Marvel comic featuring Thor, written by Mark Gruenwald/Ralph Macchio/Peter Gillis/Mike Catron with cover art by Dave Cockrum.

Entitled This Hammer Lost!, this story features Thor — The Odinson — as he continues his adventures across Earth, Asgard, and the Nine Realms, wielding Mjolnir against powerful foes and mythological threats.

This issue forms part of the long-running Thor series, celebrated for its blend of superhero adventure, Asgardian mythology, cosmic storytelling, and enduring Marvel characters.

Featured appearances include Thor, Avengers, Mjolnir, Space Phantom, and other characters from the Thor series.

A classic Bronze Age Thor comic, this issue captures the shift toward richer character drama, Asgardian mythology, powerful villains, and more expansive Marvel adventures.

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