Chicken Shack OK KenBlue Horizon UK LP 1st STEREO stickered pressing EX/Nr MINT

	£		46
	$		61

Artist: Chicken Shack

Title: OK Ken

Most of these early Blue Horizon albums I have come across are, to be blunt, generally knackered. This, thankfully, is a refreshing change: as it's clearly been very well looked after and looks ans sounds like it has only had one or two plays. It's not quiet mint as there is a small patch of laminate lifting to the top right hand corner of the sleeve and some very minor compression of the spine.

Please note that I have tried to identify any possible minor shortcomings on the photographs. Along with the following details, I have tried to provide sufficient information for you to make an informed choice regarding bidding.

This is a genuine british blues boom classic, a rarity, and much sought after, especially a 1st press stereo pressing (most were in mono) in such good condition.

Label: Blue Horizon
?Year: Released 1968
Country: UK
Code: S 7-63209
Stereo
Matrix / Runout (Side A): S7-63209 A1
Matrix / Runout (Side B): S7-63209 B1
Condition

Sleeve

The front and rear laminated gatefold sleeve sleeve has no tears, rips, creasing or writing. It has a small patch of  laminate lifting, but still looks highly presentable and grades as near excellent.

Front
Nr Excellent - just a small patch of laminate lifting.

Back
Excellent/Nr mint

Opening Edge:
Nr Excellent

Spine:
Nr Excellent - some minor compression

Edges:
Top: Excellent
Bottom: Excellent

Corners:
All corner are excellent

Inner Sleeve:
I am not sure that the CBS company sleeve inner sleeve is original, if it is, it is inexcellent condition.

Comments: A remarkably well preserved sleeve that defies its 1968 vintage

Record:

The disc is not warped in any way. The disc retains its originl sheen with no obvious scratches, scuffs or marks and looks and plays in close to near/nr mint condition

Side one:
Visually: Excellent/nr mint
Audio: Excellent /nr mint

Side two:
Visually: Excellent/nr mint
Audio: Excellent/nr mint
Labels
Side one: Excellent/nr mint
Side two: Excellent/nr mint

Visually: The vinyl look excellent retaining its original sheen and looking barely played
Play testing: the record has a great analogue sound and plays through with no obvious evidence to give away its vintage.

There is always a subjective element to play testing, in particular - I have tried to be as accurate as possible and offer a "no quibble" return policy if you think my discription is misleading in any way.

Summary. A fantasyic looking, incredibly well preserved copy delivering strong and powerful all analogue playback with no significant defects. A real gem!

IMPORTANT: I offer a NO QUIBBLE money back GUARANTEE. If you have any issues, or disagree with my description please contact me. I accept returns and will compensate you for return postage if I have inadvertently misdescribed this listing.

Payment: paypal is prefered but I am willing to accept cheques (although there will be a delay to allow clearance). I can also take card payments.
Postage and packing costs:
UK is £3.99
Europe £7.50
Outside Europe £9.99
I will upgrade, free of charge, to signed for delivery for all LP's realising £30 or over.

My Guarantee:

I have described the record as accurately as possible. But, I’m not infallible; at least that’s what my wife says. If I have made a mistake or you simply don’t agree with my description, I will take the record back, offer a complete refund plus return postage costs. However, I don’t offer part-refunds. If you have an issue, please contact me before leaving feedback as I'm willing to work towards resolving any potential problem.
If need be, I can generally be reached during office hours on 01270 610751.
Regards,
Pigg in Clover

How I pack:

I use top quality cruciform (pizza box style) mailers along with sheets of highest quality card stiffeners. The disc will be removed from the sleeve and if the inner sleeve is non-generic, I will put the LP in a new generic sleeve to avoid damaging the original. Box sets will be packed in boxes and protected with bubble wrap. I have comprehensive a comprehensive range of packing materials at my disposal, so rest assured, your order should arrive undamaged.

Post:

I will post within 48 hours of receiving payment by 1st class mail or airmail. The cost of postage also covers high quality packing materials. UK postage will be upgraded free of charge to Royal Mail Recorded Delivery for any items realising £30.00 or over.


A bit about me:

It was 1960: I was eight. My cousin joined the Air Force and gave me his collection of 45’s: a great selection including Elvis and Buddy Holly. Usurping the family Dansette, I became well and truly hooked. By 1964/5 I was also seeing some of my favourite artist live. At the age of 11 I joined by first band playing music on and off over the subsequent years that also gave me experience of working in recording studios. Music is in my blood.
Over the last few years I have been selling on EBay and Amazon and accrued feedback that reflects a commitment to customer service and honesty.

What customers say:

Usually I'm lazy and can't be bothered to leave feedback. But I definitely will in this case. Someone who can actually grade properly? A real rarity. Truly nice item I'll definitely be keeping. Heavy duty....

Received LP today. Very well packaged. It certainly is in remarkable condition. I've never seen one like this in 40 years of collecting. Looks like it was kept in a vault since it was released. Like buying it new in 1967. Incredible.

I literally could not be happier with the despatch, packing and delivery of my item, which exceeded all expectation. The album itself was in pristine condition, absolutely as described, and had obviously been treated with great care during it's time with PiC. Unreservedly recommended.

Record received quickly and in excellent condition as advertised + well protected from damage in transit. No problems whatsoever, a highly recommended vendor.
Pigg in clover have got to be the quickest service I've received - do they sleep - well pleased and will certainly use again.

Super fast Shipping, very nicely packed and perfect item, as described. Another great buy from pigginclover, look forward to the next purchase! A++++

The quality of the vinyl is great. - And it arrived almost a week before I was told it would. I'm highly recommending this seller.