Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – April 1962
Gene Fullmer Cover | Very Good Condition | No Label
This April 1962 issue of Boxing Illustrated Magazine features Gene Fullmer on the cover, capturing a key era in boxing history. Alongside coverage of the middleweight champion, the magazine includes deep insights into boxing’s global scene and even a dedicated wrestling section, reflecting the crossover appeal of the sport during the early 1960s.
Condition:
Magazine is in very good condition with minor edge wear consistent with age. No mailing label. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Comes with a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping available upon request.
Contents – April 1962 Issue Highlights:
Boxing Section
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A Suggestion from the Editors: Gene Fullmer — Go After the Light Heavyweight Title
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Rings Around the World – by Alan Clevens
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England’s Amazing Mr. Duff – by Stanley Weston
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World Boxing Ratings – by the National Boxing Association & Boxing Illustrated
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Why Does Eddie Machen Lose the Big Ones? – by Robert J. Thornton
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Cerdan (Part II) – by Hal Hennessey
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Canadian Eye-Opener
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Tiger Proves His Case
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Pack Your Suitcase, Moore
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What’s Ahead in 1962 – The Editors’ forecasts for the sport
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Boxing’s G-Boys – by Hubert Patrick
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The King of Milano
Wrestling Section
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Debut of a Bulldogger – by Allen Ressler
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Baba the Giant – by Michael A. Glick
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Argentine Sit-Down Strike
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Listening Post
Also Included
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Boxing Album Photo: Jack Delaney
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Reader’s Corner
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Wrestling Album Photo: Bob Nandor
This issue offers a fascinating snapshot of boxing and wrestling in the early 1960s, with commentary on legends like Gene Fullmer, Eddie Machen, and Archie Moore, plus rare international perspectives. A standout vintage collectible for fans of classic fight history.