Bolt thrower war master 1991 UK 1st press Gatefold LP.

	£		54
	$		72

Welcome to my vinyl record auction for:

Bolt thrower war master 1991 UK 1st press Gatefold LP

Catalogue number: Mosh 29

Label: Earache

Year: 1991

Matrix numbers: A1/B1

Pressing: UK, 1st

Format: Gatefold Cover LP

Additional info:

Rare original gatefold version with band photo on inner gatefold and original 8 page booklet containing artwork and lyrics. Not to be confused with other less sought after / valuable versions - In particular there were 2 different versions of the original release – the other being a standard slip cover which is not as nice and did not come with the booklet.

Condition (1-5) Vinyl / Cover / Booklet = 4.25/4.75/4.75 *See super detailed photos at bottom of page to judge cover condition for yourself*

Notes: Vinyl is in nice shape – no scratches, just some ultra light paper scuffing when viewed tilted in strong light - totally superficial so expect great audio. Looks unmarked in normal light and retains a gloss – a nice example that does not look to have had a great deal of play. Harshly graded due to value – was on the borderline of being rated higher. The cover is in superb shape with only minimal signs of wear. Being super picky because of value, there is the tiniest bit of creasing to the very tip of one of the corners and a very small amount of the lightest of rubbing to one seams – a lovely crisp example. Lyric / artwork booklet is again a lovely crisp condition with minimal wear (again being super picky - just a tiny light crease to one corner). Labels are lovely clean examples

Great 1st press gatefold copy. Rare vinyl from the highly sought after and legendary band. Can’t be too many about in better condition

Please note the following before bidding:

Grading:

 I will be grading critically to avoid disappointment. (scale at bottom of page) In my experience there is no such thing as a used record that has no marking at all, if you choose to look closely enough!  Hence nothing will be described as mint.

Other stuff:

* Record has been assessed visually. I’ve been in contact with e-bayers who have already bought. They are very pleased with condition compared to what they expected from the grading and report excellent sound quality even from records listed as having heavier damage.

*Buy with confidence. I’m happy to offer a no argument refund should unexpected problems arise on playing or I’ve missed something in the description / grading (refund less postage on return of item within 7 days).

* My aim is 100% customer satisfaction and I will do whatever I can to resolve any issues to your satisfaction (see my positive feedback and high ratings)

*Records have had a quick wipe only - will benefit from a good clean before playing.

Postage:

UK.                 £3 (add £1 for each additional item)

Europe            £4 (add £1.50 for each additional item)

World              £6.50 (add £ 3.00 for each additional item)

Double LPs are 2 items for postage purposes

*I will not be held responsible for any postal loss or damage. However all items will be sent in heavy duty purpose designed mailers.

*All items sent by standard postal services. Recorded, insured or special delivery available and on request and is recommended for items valued over £41 (maximum compensation from royal mail for loss or damage to standard post) Buyer will need to pay the additional cost.

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Grading Scale:

Vinyl

5 = Absolute minimal amount of ultra light, totally superficial surface hairlines / marks that are only visible when tilted under strong light. Expect no impact on audio. 4 =   Light surface marks / scratches. Some more visible but all still superficial. May include 1 small slightly heavier mark affecting a single track only. Still expect no or minimal impact on audio. 3 = Some heavier marks / scratches. Expect them to be audible and slightly detract from the overall listening experience. 2 = Heavy scratches / marks. Expect to hear pronounced and distracting clicks or cracks on at least couple of tracks. 1 = Several heavy scratched / marks / other damage. Expect several tracks to be affected and a couple to the extent that they may be considered unlistenable. However should still play through.

Covers

5 = Hardly any wear of any description. Maybe slightest of wear to very tip of a corner or a couple of ultra  light tiny edge creases which you would have to look very closely to see. 4 = Some general light wear and maybe a small area of moderate wear. Includes seam wear (spine still readable), light creasing restricted to edges, slight discolouration (but not damage) from a removed stickers, maybe 1 slightly crumpled corner. 3 = Moderate general wear plus 1 piece of damage such as a rip, seam split, heavily folded corner, major scuff on  front / back, patch of surface removed by sticker or very noticeable ringwear. 2 = Heavy general wear plus one or two pieces of damage. 1 = Several major issues – very tatty.

Inner covers

5 = Hardly any wear of any description. Maybe a couple of small spots of very light discolouration or a super light and small crease. 4 = Discolouration, general light wear, light creasing. 3 = Moderate general wear plus 1 piece of damage such a seam split or heavily folded corner. 2 = Heavy general wear plus one or two pieces of damage. 1 = Several major issues – very tatty. Not graded = bog standard blank inner sleeve.