Bloodstone - Bloodstone

Label:Decca - TXS 110

Format:Vinyl, LP, Gatefold

Country:UK

Released:1972

Genre:Soul/Funk/R&B

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 purchased.

This record is in very good+ condition. It has some spindle marks/rubbing visible on the labels but there are no pen marks, scuffs, fading or any other damage. There is some slight and minor faint age spots or fustiness to each side but these are minor and overall the labels are in nice tidy condition. 

As for the vinyl itself, both sides have a nice lustre and are free from any nasty, deep or serious marks/scratches. There is however signs of use and age with light wispy lines, sleeve marks and general faint lines showing to both sides. There is also a long, but light, scratch/line showing across one side of side 1. This cannot be felt and although visible in normal light is quite minor. Overall it is a used vintage lp that has signs of this and is not perfect visually. It is however certainly not in bad condition and shows just light and general signs of age really.

I play tested the record and it played well throughout. It lays flat on the deck and upon playing there is little to no movement in the record arm. The audio produced is a solid grade of 'EX' on both sides with no skips, sticks or tics and generally nice clarity. There was no major or serious levels of surface noise with just a light amount audible between some tracks and in the run ins/out. Overall it plays well and certainly matches the VG+ visual grade as far as its audio goes.

The gatefold sleeve is in very good+ condition. It has some wear and rubbing to the edges and corners but the writing along the spine is still all legible. The worst of the wear is found on the bottom of the spine and also along the bottom edge where there is shelf rubbing evident. Despite the wear and rubbing to the edges the sleeve is still strong and has no splits anywhere. There is also no tears, scuffs or pen marks. There is however some fading and ring marks showing to both sides and some light general signs of age/handling. Inside the gatefold has no major issues but there is slight age related grubbiness in parts. Overall a solid and tidy sleeve but one that some wear and signs of its age. Please study the pictures provided to gain as much information as possible on the sleeves condition.

It contains a plain white inner which is in very good+ condition with no tears, splits or pen marks but with creasing and age related discolouring/grubbiness. The record will be sent in a brand new plain white replacement.

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 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.