Conditions and Grading

I use the "Record Collector" grading system, and only stock items in excellent or mint condition. Unless stated, all records are UK originals, and a vast majority of singles are accompanied by their original company sleeve.
The following Condition Codes apply:
M = Mint (played a few times but no visible signs)
EX = Excellent (played regularly but looked after)
VG = Very good (average wear, plays and sounds okay)

Record Collector's Grading System

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
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EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
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VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
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GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc.
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FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
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POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
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BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler.
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CDs & CASSETTES: As a general rule, CDs and cassettes either play perfectly - in which case they are in Mint condition - or they don't, in which case their value is minimal. Cassette tape is liable to deteriorate with age, even if it remains unplayed, so care should be taken when buying old tapes. CDs are difficult to grade visually: they can look perfect but actually be faulty, while in other cases they may appear damaged but still play perfectly. Cassette and CD inlays and booklets should be graded in the same way as record covers and sleeves. In general, the plastic containers for cassettes and CDs can easily be replaced if they are broken or scratched, but card covers and digipaks are subject to the same wear as record sleeves

Payment Methods Accepted

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Shipping Costs UK: 7" = GBP £2.50 + GBP £1.00 each additional UK: 10"/12"/LP = GBP £4.00 + GBP £2.00 each additional UK: 78 = GBP £4.00 + GBP £2.00 each additional Europe: 7" = GBP £4.00 + GBP £1.00 each additional Europe: 10"/12"/LP = GBP £7.00 + GBP £1.50 each additional Europe: 78 = GBP £7.00 + GBP £2.00 each additional North America: 7" = GBP £5.00 + GBP £1.50 each additional North America: 10"/12"/LP = GBP £10.00 + GBP £1.50 each additional North America: 78 = GBP £11.50+ GBP £3.00 each additional Rest of World: 7" = GBP £5.50 + GBP £1.50 each additional Rest of World: 10"/12"/LP = GBP £11.00 + GBP £1.50 each additional Rest of World: 78 = GBP £12.00 + GBP £3.00 each additional

Return Policy

I offer a no quibble returns policy provided that the goods are faulty, or not as described. Purchasers should contact me before returning goods. If I agree that there is a problem, I will replace the faulty goods or offer a full refund to the dissatisfied customer including all postage costs involved.

Seller Information

I cannot be held responsible for items that are lost, delayed or damaged in the post but I always keep proof of postage and will happily forward that on to any purchaser who wishes to make a claim from the Royal Mail.