JOY DIVISION Still 2xLP 1981 UK FACT 40 CHICKEN STOPS HERE Deadwax Etching RARE
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# 🚨 POST-PUNK ARCHIVAL AUCTION – NO RESERVE! 🚨
## JOY DIVISION – STILL (2xLP DOUBLE ALBUM)
### Genuine 1981 UK First Pressing with Complete "Chicken" Deadwax Runout Etchings!
**Catalog Number:** FACT 40
**Sleeve Printer:** Garrod & Lofthouse (UK)
Up for absolute auction is a truly historic, complete artifact from the peak of post-punk history. This is the authentic 1981 UK first issue double vinyl compilation of Joy Division’s "Still," housed in its original textured card gatefold sleeve.
This specific archive copy is an absolute must-have for serious Factory Records collectors because it features the complete set of rare, hand-etched deadwax phrases—including the iconic, rarely found inscription on Side 4.
### 🔬 FORENSIC DEADWAX MATRIX & ETCHING AUDIT:
This copy features the complete, matching 1981 first-cut runout messages:
* **Side A:** FACT 40 A-1 Etched: *"The Chicken Won't Stop"* + TOWNHOUSE stamp
* **Side B:** FACT 40 B-1 + TOWNHOUSE stamp
* **Side C:** FACT 40 C-1 Etched: *"Chicken Beats Chicken"* + TOWNHOUSE stamp
* **Side D (Shown in Photos):** FACT 40 D-1 Etched: **"THE CHICKEN STOPS HERE"** + TOWNHOUSE stamp
### 📋 CONDITION GRADING DETAILS:
* **Vinyl Condition:** (Insert Grade, e.g., VG+ / EX) — Highly reflective surfaces with excellent luster. Grooves are clean under direct inspection light with only minimal cosmetic sleeve handling marks. Audiophile playback quality throughout.
* **Labels:** Clean, minimalist white Factory grid design. No ink bleeding, no writing on labels (WOL), and tiny to no visible spindle wear.
* **Sleeve Condition:** (Insert Grade, e.g., VG / VG+) — Original textured matte gatefold cover printed by Garrod & Lofthouse. Shows beautiful structural straightness with minor handling wear and classic, light age-toning.
### 📦 MINT-SHIELD PROFESSIONAL SHIPPING:
Sourced carefully and preserved in a smoke-free, climate-controlled archive. To completely prevent seam splits during international transit, both vinyl records will be securely packed *outside* of the main jacket structure. Shipped in a professional, heavy-duty vinyl mailer box packed with rigid card stiffeners. Sent fully tracked and insured globally via eBay GSP.
**This is a 7-day competitive auction starting low with no reserve. Secure this historic, fully complete post-punk archive piece today! Good luck bidding!**
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