THE SMITHS ~ HATFUL OF HOLLOW ~ ROUGH 76 ~ VG+/EX+ ~ 1985 UK A1/B3 VINYL LP

Sold Date: October 13, 2017
Start Date: May 11, 2017
Final Price: £29.99 £24.00 (GBP)
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‎– Hatful Of Hollow Label: ‎– ROUGH 76
Format:, LP, Compilation, Reissue, Gatefold, back cover missing "Garrod & Lofthouse" print

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Matrix Side 1: ROUGH 76 A1       THE IMPOTENCE OF ERNEST
Matrix Side 2: ROUGH 76 B3       IAN (EIRE)

All records are graded to the Record Collector Guidelines, with extra information added as required when play tested. Also all photos above are of the exact record you will receive if successful.

This record is in very good+ condition. It has quite a lot of spindle marks visible on both the labels but there are no pen marks, scuffs or any other damage such as stains or fading. The centres are not loose or worn and overall the labels are clean, bright and in good shape but with the spindle marks as mentioned.

As for the vinyl itself, both sides are free from anything deep or serious but there is some light surface lines, faint marks and sleeve scuffs showing in normal light when angled. These are faint and minor but are a clear sign of use. These clearly show under bright light, along with a few more, but again nothing deep or serious. So overall a used vintage vinyl lp that has no serious marks or defects but has light surface lines and signs of use.

I play tested the record and it played well. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is next to no arm movement noticeable. The sound produced is a solid grade of excellent throughout with no distortion and no skips, sticks or annoying clicks. There is also no major surface noise with only minor traces in the run in and the occasional light splutter in the audio. Overall the audio is a solid grade of EX in my opinion.

The gatefold sleeve is in excellent+ condition. It has only a very small amount of wear or rubbing to the edges and corners with the writing along the spine all still legible. There are no splits, tears, scuffs or pen marks anywhere and overall the sleeve is still rock solid all round. There is no major creasing and next to ring marks showing. There is however some light grubbiness or discolouring in parts. This can be seen around the edges of the front and rear, and also more noticeably on the spine. This is not extreme however and overall the sleeve is tidy all round. Please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible.

It includes its original lyric inner which is in excellent condition. This has no splits, tears or pen marks but does have some fading or light discolouring in places.

The record will be packaged in cardboard stiffeners and bubble wrapped thoroughly when dispatched. It will also be sent in a brand new protective plastic sleeve, and within 24hrs of receiving payment to try to ensure a swift delivery.

I hope my photos are comprehensive enough but if you have any questions then don't hesitate to contact me. Also please check my eBay feedback for a positive history of record grading, A1 communication and quick delivery times.

All offers are considered and are more than welcome.

Many thanks for looking.