Link Wray & the Wraymen  ** 33 1/3 rpm  **  RARE FIRST LP! -- USED
Items in this lot are:
  Self-titled  -- Label: Epic   -- Record#: LN 3661

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Description: Up for your consideration is the next in a series of unique Lps, this one by Link Wray & the Wraymen.  The item is USED, read on for more details.  

  Several unique things about this item:  Firstly, this disc has LOTS of very light marks grading by sight in normal room light.  I'm sure if you took this and put it under a 1000 watt bulb, you'd probably find something that makes it less than mint.  If you're that kind of collector, let me suggest this auction is not for you.

I don't claim this record is mint.  I took the time to play it and noted a light surface noise most noticeable on the 1st track of side 1 which lessened a little bit for the rest of the tracks.  Side 2 with a lesser degree of surface noise.  I still enjoyed the music.  I'd audibly average the tracks around VG+, but you can assign your own grade based on my comments on what I heard and the GRADING SCALE BELOW!.    

Keep in mind how it plays for me may differ how it plays for you based on differences in audio equipment. 

Secondly, this item books at $250 if in near mint condition according to my price guide.  Obviously, this item is NOT near mint.  This original issue frequently sells for more than $50.

So this is your chance to own a unique item.  Bid early and often so you don't miss out on this auction!   

It is further described below, please take the time to read before bidding.

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I am using the Goldmine scale of G=Good(1), VG = Very Good(2), VG+ = Very Good Plus(excellent)(3), NM = Near Mint(4) when grading the disc(s). 

Here is a summary of the record(s):

Artist:Link Wray and the WraymenTitle:Self-titled Record:Black vinyl with LOTS of very light marks,  grading by sight in normal room light. Labels:Yellow with black print.   No stickers, no pen/pencil marks, lots ofspindle marks.   Trailing wax:Side 1: "XEM48777-1D TA".  Side 2: "XEM48778-1D TC". Inner sleeve(s):A clear, plastic Windham Hill Records sleeve in fine shape.  Cover:Bottom spine corner heavily worn.  A small dime-sized scuff front left quadrant.  Slight/moderate general wear front/back.  Other corners moderately worn with a few creased tips.  Top/bottom edge centered tape mark.  Some seam wear. Otherwise, no seam splits, no pen/pencil marks, no stickers.     Rate the cover VG.  You can assign your own grade based on my comments.Comments:I found the 12 tracks to audibly average around VG+(excellent) with some surface noise most prominent on track 1 of side 1.  You can assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below. A good addition to your LP collection.   Side 1:Comments:CarolineA constant light surface noise (2.8)Slinky A constant very light surface noise (2.95)Right turnA constant very light surface noise (2.95)RendezvousA constant light surface noise (2.8)Dixie-Doodle A constant very light surface noise (2.95)RambleA constant very light surface noise (2.95)Side 2: Comments:Hand clapper A constant very light surface noise (3.0)Raw-HideA constant very light surface noise (3.0)LillianA constant very light surface noise (3.0)RadarA constant light surface noise (3.0)Comanche A constant very light surface noise (3.0)Studio BluesA constant very light surface noise (3.0)

Additional criteria I use when audibly grading records for people:

NM(4) = absolutely nothing wrong at all (very rarely happens--I've even opened sealed records and they don't play Near Mint) 3.5-3.9 = very, very light surface noise 3.1-3.4 = very light surface noise, very light pops VG+(3) = up to light pops and light surface noise (below this, one's enjoyment is affected, very subjective) VG(2) = up to medium pops and moderate surface noise G(1) = up to heavy pops and heavy surface noise

I normally ship a single record in a standard 12.5 x 12.5 x 1 record mailer.  Weight with box is 1 pound 3 ounces. Shipping is $3.12 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.20 box/tape/pack = $4.32.
Alternatively, I can ship in a  14 x 14 x 6" box. Weight with box is about 1 pound 12 oz. Shipping is $3.12 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.70 box/tape/packing = $4.82.

This auction is currently set to ship in the smaller box.  If you want the larger box, let me know and I'll send an appropriate invoice.

Buyer pays shipping/handling. Standard method within U.S. is Media Rate, $4.00 This includes online tracking. Outside U.S., e-mail location to determine S/H costs prior to auction end. Insurance / other methods of shipping cost extra. Payment received within ten days of auction ending. Payment via Paypal preferred.

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  Let me know why it is not as described.   If I approve it, then return the item in the original box within 30 days of receipt by you.    Provided the item is returned in the same condition as when I mailed it, your bid amount will be refunded.  You are responsible for return shipping.  On sealed items, if you open it, you own it.

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