Sal Masi's Untouchables- Pat's Steaks/Chang-A-Chang-Lucky 2815-Obscure Philly 45

$

200

Lucky 2815.  Pat's Steaks/ Chang-A-Chang.  Recorded at Frank Virtue's studio in Philadelphia.  (VIRTUE hand etched in the trail-off).  Virtue was the go-to place for Philadelphia bands that needed to self-release their own 45's.  The A-side is an homage to Pat's Steaks on Passayunk Ave. in South Philly.  It's right across the street from Geno's that has created a many decades old rivalry.  This 45 was barely known in Philadelphia and totally unknown outside of the area.  Few stores stocked it and I'm guessing the band sold (or gave away) most of the copies.  
A visual grade of the 45 is between VG and VG+ with light surface wear.  See the last 3 photos for surface condition.  A play grade is VG++.  Both sides can be heard at the very bottom of this listing.  
When the surface condition of the record needs to be seen I provide at least 1 photo.  I take the photos outside on a bright sunny day.  I angle the record toward the sun for the greatest visibility.  No 1000 watt light bulb is as good as the sun in disclosing flaws.
ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:  The USPS created unnecessary chaos on 1/25/2021.  Europe no longer has consistent pricing, it varies from country to country.  Finland is $3.75 more than Sweden.  Does that make sense?  No, it doesn't.  The UK, France, Germany and a few others have a lower rate.  It's not possible for me to match every country with the correct rate.  I've had to use the highest rate across the board.  If your country ends up being dramatically lower I'll refund the difference.  You can refer to USPS.com to check their rates.
GRADING
Near Mint or Mint Minus:  My top grade.  The record or cover will show the most minimal of wear.  The record will have top gloss.  The cover will be free from any ring wear, splits, or handwriting.
VG++ :  Not quite Near Mint but a super clean, desirable record.
VG+ :  The record or cover will show signs of wear but no significant defects.
VG  :  Obvious signs of wear but the record still has life in it.  VG does not mean beat.
VG Minus  :  The record or cover will show moderate to heavy wear.  For a common record this would not be an acceptable grade.  For an in-demand, rare record it should be considered.
Good  :  Very heavy wear.  This grade would only be acceptable if the record is rare enough that you might not see another copy available for sale or it's a rare record at a low price. 

Sal Masi's Untouchables - Pat's Steaks - 1966 Philly Cheesesteak Homage

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Sal Masi's Untouchables - Chang-A-Chang - 1966 R\u0026B Instrumental

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