The significance of this cover lies in a historical error made by the magazine, which took over 50 years to rectify. It portrays a young Chuck Norris engaged in battle with Carlos Bunda, the inaugural IKC Lightweight Champion in 1964 and 1966. Although the artwork was originally based on a photo depicting Bunda, the artist mistakenly rendered it as Joe Lewis. The error remained unnoticed until Bunda's daughter Jackie told Black Belt's publisher this story in a casual conversation. As a gesture of respect and honor, Master Carlos Bunda is rightfully credited for his contribution.
The original photo was taken with Norris and Bunda in the full contact bare knuckle era of blood and guts Karate.
