Vintage comics are having a moment, and it’s about time! Welcome to a comic/cartoon review where we celebrate vintage comics—those brilliantly drawn, endlessly witty panels that never go out of style. Whether you’re here for nostalgia, wordplay, or just some pure, old-school laughs, this is your ticket to the lighter side of the past.
Artist Bio: Scott Hilburn
No tour of vintage comics is complete without tipping our hats to Scott Hilburn, the mastermind behind “The Argyle Sweater.” Hilburn’s work has been a staple of the funny pages for years, bringing quirky, observational humor to everything from fairy tales to pop culture. Syndicated by Andrews McMeel, his panels have appeared in hundreds of newspapers worldwide. Known for his punchy, full-color art and lightning-fast one-liners, Hilburn’s style is a modern homage to vintage comics—familiar, yet full of new twists. He’s been nominated for several National Cartoonists Society awards, proving that vintage vibes and fresh laughs are a perfect match.
The 20 Best Vintage Comics Reviewed
#1 The Amen-Dalorian
A church, a Mandalorian, and a “HalleLucas!” This is the kind of pop-culture-meets-Sunday-service mashup that makes vintage comics so timeless. Nerdy, reverent, and totally irreverent.
#2 Another Boy Pope!
Nothing says classic comic timing like a papal puff of smoke and a punchline about “boy popes.” Vintage comics remind us that even sacred traditions have room for a giggle.
#3 Never LAN
When Peter Pan promises an adventure—but there’s no Wi-Fi, you know you’ve entered vintage comics territory. “Never LAN” is a pun for the ages. Sorry, Wendy.
#4 Death of Colonel Sanders
This darkly comic panel serves up fried chicken with a side of guillotine. “Finger lickin’—run!” Vintage comics don’t pull their punches, and neither does Hilburn.
#5 Never Turn Your Back
Some dog breeds are just too mischievous. This strip’s classic slapstick energy proves that no decade has a monopoly on dog-related chaos. Ouch!
#6 FBI Potato
When a wiretap operation is led by a potato in a mustache, you know you’re deep in the world of vintage comics. Surreal, silly, and somehow, it all makes sense.
#7 Poltergeisel
Dr. Seuss meets The Exorcist in this haunted children’s bookstore panel. If you thought “Green Eggs and Ham” was weird, you’ve seen nothing yet. Vintage comics = peak crossover energy.
#8 Mammary Foam Mattress
Freudian slip? More like a nap gone wild. This is what happens when you mix classic wordplay with a mattress sale. Vintage comics: not afraid to get cheeky.
#9 Touched by an Angel
Rush hour, but with bonus angelic awkwardness. When your heavenly host can’t help but pat the passengers, you know you’re living in a cartoon classic.
#10 Only Ewe Can Prevent Forest Fires
Smokey Bear gets literal with his wildfire warnings—“only ewe can prevent forest fires.” Sheepish puns never go out of style in vintage comics.
#11 Spooning Is Not For Us
Romance in the animal kingdom comes with its own hazards. With horns and hospital bills, this panel proves some things are better in theory than practice.
#12 Big Bad Wolf: BBW
Personal ads were always risky, but this wolf just wanted someone who loves pork. It’s a classic case of “be careful what you wish for” with a fairy-tale twist.
#13 Prince Charming Waning
Even royalty loses its shine after a few days of real-life couch potato-hood. Disney, but make it honest—and hilariously relatable.
#14 Royal Flush
Card games and bathroom humor collide. When the Queen catches a whiff of the King’s mischief, only Lysol can save the day. Vintage comics keep the puns flowing.
#15 A Samsung Galaxy Far, Far Away
Luke Skywalker brings home an Android in this hilarious Star Wars tech mashup. Proof that vintage comics can time-travel into the modern age and still land the joke.
#16 Secret Agent Pickup Lines
“I could tell you, but then I’d have tequila.” Bond, but with way more dad jokes. Only vintage comics can make spy life this fun.
#17 Sew What?
When your mom’s a seamstress and a pun fanatic, every chore is a setup for another groan-worthy joke. Vintage comics = vintage parenting struggles.
#18 Unicorn for Dinner (Again)
Dragons complain about unicorn leftovers, but hey—at least the meal comes with its own toothpick! Imagination and irreverence: a classic cartoon combo.
#19 The MCAT Master
“Rub some dirt on it!” is probably not the right answer for medical school. Vintage comics love poking fun at life’s overconfident characters—and we love to watch them fail.
#20 Socrates Dine and Dash
Even ancient philosophers aren’t above skipping the bill. If only all philosophy lessons were this funny. Vintage comics: always ready to get existential.
Quick Summary
That’s a wrap on our vintage comics review! From puns and pop culture to timeless animal antics, these 20 panels prove that laughter is always in style. Whether you’re here for a hit of nostalgia or discovering these gems for the first time, one thing’s clear—vintage comics deliver big laughs that never expire.
Credit: All comics featured are by Scott Hilburn, creator of The Argyle Sweater. To see more of his witty and whimsical work, visit GoComics – The Argyle Sweater Hilburn’s ability to blend classic cartoon tropes with modern humor makes him a must-follow for any vintage comics fan.
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