ERIC CLAPTON LAYLA RARE GENUINE FIRST UK POLYDOR DOUBLE

	£		52
	$		69

An Important Foreword Regarding Condition & Grading: Regular visitors to my listings will know that I offer albums that range from very good to near mint in terms of condition. I don’t restrict my offerings to just near mint, and I don’t just call everything great or excellent plus regardless of condition. Occasionally a rare album turns up which in some respects grades very good plus but in other ways is  outstanding so providing each of the features are individually and accurately graded, and I take great care with this, I am happy to offer it for sale. However, all vinyl albums I offer are at least highly presentable and deliver enjoyable audio, and most are much better than that – if you are intending to bid please read the individual grading and check that you are satisfied before placing your bid.

Specific notes concerning this album: I have changed the format of my listings slightly in order to highlight specific aspects of the condition of the albums I am offering for sale. These comments will still appear in the dedicated sections but I hope that this ‘headlining’ will prevent bidders from overlooking key points in their evaluation. This particular album has an excellent gatefold and two excellent plus vinyls so there is little to draw your attention to other than minor flaws and its otherwise outstanding condition. The notable gatefold has a little edge and corner rub wear, but it is very minor, and some light surface rub on the front and back which is barely visible and can only be seen when viewed at an angle in bright light. The spine displays slightly more wear with a few tiny scuffs on the shoulders but even that is way above the average and all text is clear and fully readable. Apart from the usual light bag marks and barely visible movement lines this record has a few tiny original pressing imperfections but they do not in any way detract from the delivery of sensational audio; not tangible, not audible and do not impede play in any way. This is a really first rate example of a very scarce genuine original UK first press – and beware of impostors because most variants of this album look the same but there are very few authentic originals like this in circulation today.

Album / Record Title: LAYLA and other assorted love songs

Rarity: EXTREMELY RARE LIKE THIS - By the time Layla was released many of Eric’s legion of followers had forgiven him for the disbanding of ‘Cream’ and the absence of long guitar solos, preferably taking up the whole side of an LP – personally I still think they were brilliant - but even so this album failed to enter the UK album charts and sold relatively few as a UK FIRST PRESSING. On the contrary it was hugely popular in the USA where it made #18, and subsequently sold many more in the UK as re-pressings on Polydor and, later, as re-issues on RSO. So, although it is now regarded as one of Eric Clapton’s finest albums the UK ORIGINALS are very thin on the ground. There are a few noteworthy characteristics that indicate different stages in the production ‘time-line’ of FIRST UK ISSUES and the ‘pretenders’ so I will list them because at first glance there is little difference in appearance between some of the variants.

1./ The EARLIEST FIRST UK ISSUE WERE PRESSED ON NOTICEABLY HEAVIER VINYL each one being typically in the range 135 - 155 grammes like this one – this was soon replaced with mid-weights ranging from 115 – 130 grammes, some are still first pressings and quite early but not the earliest; later pressings were lighter weight typically around 110 grammes.

2./ All of the UK first issue have the Polydor red label with black Polydor crescent logo as per those shown in the photo gallery below however, THE EARLIEST HAVE FLAT LABELS with just a single seam perimeter fixing indent at the out edge, like this one, whereas later pressings have a more pronounced, wider and ‘obviously convex’ outer ridge.

3./ Interestingly it would appear that nearly all of the matrices on the UK first issue read A//1 & B//2 on both discs so they offer no meaningful indication of proximity to First Press, however the mother and stamper codes are much more informative.  The First Pressings only have a maximum of three digits following the matrices – please see the stamper codes for this one below as a typical example – and the lower the numbers the earlier the pressing. Later pressings have higher numbers and/or a run of four digits.

4./ In broad terms the outer cover is not very informative as most variants I have seen were housed in MacNeill made gatefolds, including the later RSO re-issues  made and printed gatefold covers – however, two points to note are that the earliest do not have the Polydor logo in the front bottom right corner AND, MORE INFORMATIVE, are the INNERS which on the earliest are the original Polydor with ‘British Patents’ and ‘Made In England’, in small blue print across the front bottom border either side of a blue boxed cautionary note, lined with a thicker gauge clear ‘soft’ polythene liner, and with central circular ‘windows’. Later ones are either similar but with opaque / thinner liners and smaller ‘windows’ or plain paper with no cautionary notes, no liner and no ‘windows’

This one is from the FIRST UK PRESSING, one of the earliest and almost certainly within the first production run, these are undoubtedly extremely rare and HIGHLY COLLECTABLE.

The key features are listed below:

• COMPLETE ORIGINAL UK ALBUM, FIRST ISSUE, EARLY PRESS
• FIRST MATRICES, FIRST MOTHERS & VERY EARLY STAMPERS
• SUPERB HEAVYWEIGHT VINYLS IN EXCELLENT PLUS CONDITION
• STEREO RECORDING FORMAT DELIVERING SENSATIONAL AUDIO
• ORIGINAL UK RED WITH WHITE POLYDOR BLACK LOGO LABELS
• ORIGINAL UK MacNEILL DOUBLE ENTRY GATEFOLD EXCELLENT
• PAIR OF ERA SPECIFIC UK POLYDOR POLY-LINED INNER SLEEVES
• GENUINE FIRST PRESS EXAMPLES LIKE THIS ARE VERY SCARCE

Artiste(s): DEREK AND THE DOMINOS – Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Jim Gordon, Carl Radle, Duanne Allman

Produced By: The Dominos with executive producer Tom Dowd

Disc Format & Playing Speed: 2 X 12” LP’s & 33 1/3 rpm

Recording Format: STEREO

Record label: POLYDOR RED LABELS WITH BLACK CRESCENT LOGO, WHITE POLYDOR AND BLACK TEXT

Catalogue Numbers:  Set Number 2625 005  Record Numbers 2335-009 & 2335-110

Country of manufacture and first published date: ENGLAND 1970

Vinyl ‘run off’ matrices Record A side 1:     2335009   A//1 ?420

Vinyl ‘run off’ matrices Record A side 2:     2335009   B//2 ?420

Vinyl ‘run off’ matrices Record B side 3:     2335010   A//1 ?420

Vinyl ‘run off’ matrices Record B side 4:     2335010   B//2 ?420

Vinyl ‘run off’ mother / stamper codes Record A side 1:    1  1

Vinyl ‘run off’ mother / stamper codes Record A side 2:    1  1   2

Vinyl ‘run off’ mother / stamper codes Record B side 3:    1  1   5

Vinyl ‘run off’ mother / stamper codes Record B side 4:    1  1   4

Vinyl ‘run off’ initials / cryptic Record A side 1:  none visible

Vinyl ‘run off’ initials / cryptic Record S side 2:  none visible

Vinyl ‘run off’ initials / cryptic Record B side 3:  none visible

Vinyl ‘run off’ initials / cryptic Record B side 4:  none visible

N.B. Please note that all matrices, mothers and stampers quoted in my listings are machine imprinted except where I state an alternative method next to them.

Track Listing as per cover: RECORD 1 - SIDE 1: I LOOKED AWAY. / BELL BOTTOM BLUES. / KEEP ON GROWING. / NOBODY KNOWS YOU WHEN YOU'RE DOWN AND OUT. /. SIDE 2: I AM YOURS. / ANYDAY. / KEY TO THE HIGHWAY. / . RECORD 2 - SIDE 3: TELL THE TRUTH. / WHY DOES LOVE GOT TO BE SO SAD? / HAVE YOU EVER LOVED A WOMAN. / . SIDE 4: LITTLE WING. / IT'S TOO LATE. / LAYLA. / THORN TREE IN THE GARDEN

My opinion and summary of condition: There is not much information I can offer about this album which is not in the public domain and readily available and, as it is a real collector / enthusiasts variant, most visitors to this listing will already a well formed opinion so I will concentrate on the summary of condition. In terms of the gatefold it is excellent or better just light signs of wear and a lovely example. The two heavy vinyls are comfortably excellent plus, thoroughly superb in every way with only a tiny visual blemish – and it is debatable whether it should even be regarded as a blemish because it’s an original pressing characteristic which is completely benign i.e. it has no affect on play or audio whatsoever. There are a few tiny blips which occurred during original manufacture, they are barely visible but as they can be seen on close inspection under a bright light I mention them. THIS IS AN OUTSTANDING ORIGINAL EXAMPLE OF A GREAT DOUBLE ALBUM.

MY GRADING OF THIS ALBUM based on Record Collector ‘Rare Record Price Guide 2008’ (**n.b. please note that I grade accurately backed up by a description. I neither over-exaggerate nor under-exaggerate. I see no point in grading an item with multiple ++++ marks, or under-grading it and then stating that it should be graded better - I consider these methods to be confusing. I use the Record Collector system with either a PLUS or a MINUS to indicate slight variations either side of a grade). I always include a full set of super-sized photographs to provide bidders with the best possible opportunity to make their own visual assessment of each album in conjunction with my detailed descriptions.

Vinyl Visual Record A side 1: EXCELLENT PLUS, just some superficial surface movement lines and a light scattering of small bag marks - not tangible, no significant audio consequence.

Vinyl Visual Record A side 2: EXCELLENT PLUS, just some superficial surface movement lines and a light scattering of small bag marks - not tangible, no significant audio consequence.

Vinyl Visual Record B side 3: EXCELLENT PLUS, just some superficial surface movement lines and a light scattering of small bag marks - not tangible, no significant audio consequence.

Vinyl Visual Record B side 4: EXCELLENT PLUS, just some superficial surface movement lines and a light scattering of small bag marks - not tangible, no significant audio consequence.

Label Visual Record A side 1: EXCELLENT PLUS, just a few light spindle lines and the slightest evidence of handling but no marks, no scuffs, no tears, no visible spindle hole wear.

Label Visual Record A side 2: EXCELLENT PLUS, just a few light spindle lines and the slightest evidence of handling but no marks, no scuffs, no tears, no visible spindle hole wear.

Label Visual Record B side 3: EXCELLENT PLUS, just a few light spindle lines and the slightest evidence of handling but no marks, no scuffs, no tears, no visible spindle hole wear.

Label Visual Record B side 4: EXCELLENT PLUS, just a few light spindle lines and the slightest evidence of handling but no marks, no scuffs, no tears, no visible spindle hole wear.

N.B. Please note that I make no adjustment or allowance in grading for minor marks, slight shrinkage marks / bubbles or misalignment on labels caused in manufacture; they are benign, quite normal and, in my opinion, original individual characteristics – not defects.

Outer Cover: EXCELLENT TO PLUS, the classic gatefold double outer cover with the iconic ‘hand painted portrait’ by Frandsen-de Schonberg on the front, photo montage centre spread and ‘dominos montage’ back,  Printed and made by MacNeill Press Ltd. London S.E.1.’. This gatefold is only held back from a full excellent plus grade by my inherent caution as a few of the tiny scuffs on the shoulder with the spine just encroach on the cover. There is a tiny quantity of light edge and corner rubbing which is hardly noticeable, and a few mini-dents at the leading edges where the vinyls enter – but although noted these minor faults are almost insignificant. The centre spread is first rate and overall I regard this as a comfortably better than excellent condition gatefold; but please take a look at the super sized photographs and make your own assessment as well.

Spine: EXCELLENT a lovely square shouldered spine with the usual light line down the centre due to careful opening and closing over time; a few tiny creases and small scuff marks but nothing significant; all writing is clean, clear and fully readable; please see the zoom and enlarge photos for a visual reference.

Inner Sleeves: VERY GOOD PLUS, era specific original Polydor inners with ‘British Patents’ and ‘Made In England’, in small blue print across the front bottom border either side of a blue boxed cautionary note, lined with a thicker gauge clear ‘soft’ polythene anti-static liner, with central circular ‘windows’ and curved entry edge; small reference number stamped on the corner of one, some slight browning and minor creasing with age.

Vinyl Warp: none visible when eye tested on a moving turntable.

Vinyl Weight: 139 & 146 grammes (two powerful POLYDOR heavyweights)

Play Grade: I consider all aspects of an albums condition and grading to be highly important and I place particular emphasis on the quality of the audio delivery; superior audio performance is, above all, the main reasons for listening to vinyl. For this reason I have decided to extend my play grade to rate separately how ‘clearly’ and ‘cleanly’ the sound is received. It is quite possible with vinyl to experience great ‘clarity’ and reality without the sound being exceptionally ‘clean’ - that’s ok with me, but it may not satisfy the audiophile. So, a NEAR MINT & NEAR MINT will be the best grade with VERY GOOD PLUS & VERY GOOD PLUS or better being highly satisfactory.

For CLARITY the audio from this vinyl grades: EXCELLENT PLUS

For CLEANLINESS the audio from this vinyl grades: EXCELLENT TO PLUS

Audio Performance: FOR ALMOST ALL OF THE PLAY TIME THESE VINYLS DELIVER SOME OF THE BEST AUDIO I HAVE EVER HEARD FROM THIS ALBUM, THEY ARE BRILLIANT – THEY DELIVER WITH GREAT CLARITY. THE ONLY MINOR AUDIO OBSERVATION I DID NOTE IS THAT THERE IS SOME OCCASIONAL LIGHT UNDERLYING SURFACE SOUND ON THE LEAD INS, RUN OFFS, BETWEEN TRACKS AND ON THE QUIETER SECTIONS – NOTHING INTRUSIVE OR DISTRACTING AND NO APPARENT REASON – SO IT MAY JUST BE LACK OF PLAY AS THE VINYLS LOOK RARELY USED. I ALWAYS ASK VISITORS TO MY LISTINGS TO BEAR IN MIND THAT THIS SECTION AND THE GRADING IS BASED ENTIRELY ON MY PERSONAL OPINION AND AUDIO PERCEPTION BELONGS TO THE INDIVIDUAL. WITH VINYL CLARITY THERE IS ALWAYS LIGHT TRANSITIONAL SURFACE SOUND WHICH IS INEVITABLE FROM THIS MEDIUM, EVEN WHEN NEW, AND OCCASIONALLY A LITTLE CRACKLE, WHICH IS OFTEN LIGHT STATIC, OR EVEN A RANDOM SOFT TICK - BUT THIS IS ERIC CLAPTON IN FORMIDABLE MODE WITH HIS PRODIGIOUSLY TALENTED DOMINOS DELIVERING AN OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE FROM THE BEST MEDIUM POSSIBLE

Other: This is a rare variant of a terrific album and it is well worth having to play and enjoy as well as being an eminently collectable example.

PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT MY OTHER LISTINGS BY CLICKING ON THE ‘VIEW SELLERS OTHER ITEMS’ IN THE TOP RIGHT HAND CORNER BOX OF THIS LISTING - THANK YOU.

GENERAL NOTES

Thank you for visiting my listing. The section immediately above sets out information specific to the particular album / record offered in this listing. Below are some of my general comments about vinyl which you may want to browse through if you have time. Please feel free to email me with any related comments or observations; particularly if you have any reliable information which contradicts any of my descriptions as I am always interested in adding to my knowledge on this subject. When preparing my listings I use a combination of facts from reliable sources, more than forty years of personal experience and, occasionally, music industry anecdotes. Just a visual inspection of used vinyls is almost always misleading so I play grade every vinyl I offer, before listing, on a Project III deck fitted with an Ortofon OM 5E cartridge down-force set at 17.5 mN (1.75 g), fitted with a first grade stylus which I renew at intervals according to manufacturers specification, through a manufacturers pre-set Rega Brio amplifier with sound delivered by Focal Chorus 706 loudspeakers, which is unforgiving where there are surface imperfections. If I think a vinyl will benefit from professional cleaning I use my ‘Moth’ RCM2, but I do not clean vinyls for the sake of it - many I offer for sale have had little use and although there can be slight contamination in the grooves, even when new, that is the original authentic sound. I believe in cleaning only when my ‘ear’ tells me that the audio performance has deteriorated by exposure over time and will obviously be returned closer to the original sound by cleaning. Although it is extremely rare, there can be a difference between my descriptions, and opinions, and an individual buyer’s expectations so I have a clearly stated Returns Policy for added reassurance which is detailed at the bottom of all my listings. In the unlikely event that you want to use this facility please read the details carefully first, and then contact me to agree the procedure. There really will never be a reason to have any problem with an item you purchase from me. Before bidding please take a careful look through my terms and conditions to avoid any misunderstandings.

First Issues, First Pressings & Originals: Please note that when I refer to a First Issue I mean that the evidence suggests that the album offered is from the first batch that was issued for commercial release in the country of origin stated in the listing. Where I state First Press I mean that based on a reasonable interpretation of the matrices and stamper codes the vinyl comes from the first batch pressed using that particular ‘mother’; these statements alone do not always mean that the vinyl is from the very first ’stamper’ ever made. However, where I state First Issue and First Press it is likely that the album offered includes one (or more) of the early vinyl(s) produced in the country of origin from the first ‘mother(s)’ and early ‘stamper(s)’. Original means that the record bears the first label design for that particular pressing and, in the case of the cover, it is from the first cover manufacturer for that pressing; the label and / or cover may have very slight changes, if they were made within the first production run or, if the album was issued with an ‘in run’ label change or choice of cover designs or colours on first release, but in these cases I will try and explain the differences. This is not an exact science and anomalies will occur where I may make a mistake but I believe this will not happen very often - if it does then all of my buyers have the unequivocal reassurance of my Comprehensive Returns Policy.

My definition of a rare vinyl: Generally there is agreement that to qualify for the description rare there should not be too many of the type offered, available on the market at the time. With my listings that will be the main criterion however I will also occasionally claim rarity based on excellence of condition, or some other key feature, or an accompanying item such as an insert, which is not often found with similar vinyls.

UK first and early pressings: In many cases inexperienced sellers claim first pressing status without knowledge or evidence in the hope of achieving high prices – experienced buyers will know better and avoid those offers. Of course with the more popular huge selling albums, where the record companies were fairly sure of major sales from the outset, there were many first pressings. Also, in cases where demand was sustained or emerging the first press run was maintained over an extended release period; in other cases the first press run was specific. Generally the lower the numbers in the matrices and stamper codes on the vinyl ‘run off’ areas, on both sides of a record, the earlier the pressing therefore ‘A1’ & ‘B1’ are most often first or early pressings, but there are variants and exceptions to the rule. The most notable ones, for example where the ‘1’ matrix was only used for test, promo or industry pressings so the commercial releases started at ‘2’ or even higher, and there are a few more observations which are worth noting. There are low numbered matrices which belong to second and even third pressings (in these cases the record companies gave similar numbers to the first press of a re-issue) you can normally identify these by, examining the labels which are often different in texture and/or design, and by checking the weight of the record as the earlier pressings were normally heavier. Sometimes different symbols were used in the matrices; these may indicate an earlier pressing, a contract pressing or just simply a change of format. For example some records have A61 & B61 others A // 1 & B // 1 others A-1 & B-1 and so on. In these cases the mother and stamper references can help with establishing the proximity of an individual record to the original recording – each different record company had their own coding system, some using letters from words to indicate numbers, others just using numbers. Better known examples include GRAMOPHLTD & BUCKINGHAM – used by EMI and DECCA respectively. Occasionally there are high numbers on first pressings, but this is unusual. Other points to note are the manufacturer of the ‘cover’ or ‘outer sleeve’ and various characteristics or design variants. The ‘inner sleeve’ or ‘bag’ can also be an indicator. However it is not wise to rely on details beyond the matrices and labels as the covers and sleeves can easily be interchanged. ‘Made Up’, Swapped’ or ‘Doctored’ sets are not uncommon, particularly with high value albums which have inserts and special text, so the best advice is to try and make sure that everything matches the criteria thus eliminating most of the risk (a good look at the photographs on the listing, if they are of the actual item offered as they are on all of my listings, is always advisable – hopefully the sellers will also include the ‘zoom’ and ‘enlarge’ photograph facility which only costs pennies to include and it remains a mystery to me as to why many avoid this service?). As a general rule I suggest that you don’t pay hundred’s or thousands of pounds unless you are buying from a reliable source who provide you with comprehensive information and have a clearly stated ‘Returns Policy’ - or unless you’ve got money to throw away (and in that case there are any number of far more deserving charities)

Audio reproduction on vinyl: In my experience there is always an element of surface or background sound with audio reproduction on vinyl, even when new - very hard to imagine how there could not be when two solid surfaces come into contact with each other and are then amplified! In my opinion anybody who claims there is no surface sound, or ‘silence’, is hard of hearing, has not turned the amplifier on, or is using very poor quality audio equipment. Almost all used vinyl has at least light surface scratches which are always visible when viewed under a bright halogen light - which is what I use for inspection. So if you are uncomfortable with a bit of light crackling it’s probably best not to buy vinyl. In my opinion the light surface sound is more than compensated for by the clarity and ‘reality’ of the overall sound reproduction. I listen carefully to every album I list, before listing it for sale.

Please Note: All of this comment contained in this listing is subjective, it is based only on my opinion and your expectations may not necessarily correspond with my standards. If you receive an album from me and you have some differences please remember to use reasonable communication as a first option. I have a comprehensive non confrontational ‘Returns Policy’ which is clearly set out below and providing there is no abuse, or use the negative feedback system, I will always reimburse you in full for your direct costs if you return the album correctly.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

DESCRIPTIONS: Are given in good faith, but they are based on my opinion and standards.  Bidders should note that they offer at their own risk and must satisfy themselves that they have sufficient information about the item before they enter the bidding process.  Please ask questions before you become involved with the auction, NOT afterwards! Where I list sizes/dimensions they are either as stated on the item/label by the supplier/manufacturer or reasonably accurately hand tape measured; however, they are not necessarily precise, should be taken as approximate and not relied upon where absolute precision is required. This clause does not in any way affect your rights under the terms of my ‘Returns Policy’, it is stated to prevent unnecessary inconvenience to both parties.

INFORMATION: Whilst I take care to try and provide accurate information on the original listing it is possible that new information may become available to me afterwards. I therefore strongly recommend that all bidders read any revisions and the ongoing questions / answers section of the listing before bidding as they may contain updated information which could affect your valuation of the item(s). In the event that new information is published, after the time you have become the high bidder, which adversely affects your valuation of the item(s) and you wish to withdraw from the bidding process please email your request and I will use the cancel bid option with no ongoing liability to any of the parties involved in the auction.

PHOTOGRAPHS: All photographs contained within this listing show the actual item (s) offered – they are not catalogue, archive or library photographs.  Furthermore they are direct images and not re-touched or modified in any way. I try to make good and comprehensive use of images on the listing in order to give the prospective bidder the best opportunity to evaluate the item(s); however it is possible that in some circumstances the photographs can enhance the appearance of the item(s) due to compression so please take this into account before bidding and do not hesitate to ask for more images or information which I am happy to send by attachment to email. This is particularly recommended with overseas buyers where returns are often not a viable option.  

OVERSEAS BUYERS WELCOME: I am pleased to deal with buyers from anywhere in the world. My method of LP packaging reduces the risk to your valuable vinyls & covers in transit. Makes no sense to me to buy something important and then play a ‘high risk of damage game’ when having it shipped around the world – I hope you feel the same. I will only dispatch using a fully insured Signed-for delivery service; if this is not acceptable please do not bid on any of my listings.

PACKING & POSTAGE:  Vinyl’s are removed from covers and placed in separate transit sleeves. All components are then placed side by side in a polythene inner for extra safety and water resistance and then secured between two corrugated card stiffeners. I use Heavy Duty Mailers Specifically Designed for Vinyl Albums, which provide excellent security and protection, in conjunction with my own Ultra Safe reinforced sealing and packaging method. Internally I use 2 of the highest grade ‘B’ flute corrugated card stiffeners to prevent bending, deformation or edge/corner creasing. Packing & postage prices are NOT negotiable on items dispatched individually or separately. However, if you are a similar time multiple buyer where all items purchased are being sent to the same address and they can be combined safely, you can ask for a discounted quotation before bidding. As stated in the previous paragraph for overseas deliveries I will also only dispatch to UK destinations using a fully insured Signed-for delivery service; if this is not acceptable please do not bid on any of my listings.

Postal insurance is subject to Royal Mail Standard Terms & Conditions. Quotations for other insurance such as premiums to cover non-standard risks or consequential losses are available on request.

PAYMENT: For Buyers WITHIN the UK: PayPal, or Pound sterling cheques / money orders, with minimum 7 days to clear before despatch.

PAYMENT: For Buyers OUTSIDE of the UK: Payments by PayPal only please.

CANCELLATION: The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid, entirely at his discretion and without giving prior notice, in the following circumstances:

They have reason to believe that the bidder has not complied with the terms of their offer as set out on the listing.

The bidder’s feedback is of such limited quantity that it cannot be regarded as reliable.

The bidder’s feedback is of dubious quality and/or gives the seller any indication or reason to doubt the credibility of the bid.

MY FEEDBACK POLICY: I leave feedback for buyers after they inform me that they have received the item(s) and have left me their feedback. As I have a clearly stated Returns Policy, which does not expose the buyer to any direct loss whatsoever, I see no reason for either side to indulge in negative feedback. Providing the buyer does not engage in threats, abuse or use of negative feedback I will resolve any problem in a fair and reasonable way. If you have a problem or complaint about any transaction you have made with me contact me on somemightsell_e@btinternet.com and we will find a solution that is acceptable to you.

SUPERSIZED PHOTOGRAPHS: I have super-sized the photographs above to provide prospective bidders with the best opportunity to make their valuation before entering the bidding process, please just click on the ‘Zoom or Enlarge’ and arrows to use this facility. Sometimes due to reflection these images can appear slightly distorted, ‘graining’ can appear and dust particles can be exaggerated by the light - in reality there are no defects of this kind.