Your New Pride and Joy!

[stroppygoblin]

Oh YES!

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(more pics and other new books in my collection thread)

[EXPLORER]

Fabulous addition Bob... I thought I heard or read of that awhile back.. wondered what happened to it.

[Merlin1958]

Awesome stuff, gentlemen!!!! :clap::clap::clap:

[George at C-Springs]

Both of these arrived today:

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[Stockerlone]

Nothing gigantic... but i know there are only a few of them...
Direkt from Darek Kozurek:

Stephen King 2014 Calender 11/22/63 signed from Darek Kozurek
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An extra surprise was this...
Darek Kozurek - PARANOID - movie promo postcard
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[Merlin1958]

Sweet edition additions, Frank and George!!!

[Papaseraphim]

January's been a good month for me! Today I stopped at the Strand, as I usually do Friday after work, and I picked up a copy of Dark Tower VII with what I think is a genuine King inscription. It was seating on the new arrivals case, half price $17.50.

What do you guys think? Is the sig good?

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[Ari_Racing]

AWESOME!!

That signature is good. :)

Congratulations!

[Dan]

I will let the experts answer, but if so that falls under amazing purchase. Congrats!

[Merlin1958]

It's good

[Papaseraphim]

Thanks!

I love the instant feedback on this forum. You guys are great.

[Jimimck]

$17.50 for a signed DT edition??? Fricken awesome pal!!!

[jhanic]

Looks good to me. Congratulations on a GREAT buy!

John

[Papaseraphim]

:D
Yeah, it's great to find something special when you're not expecting it. Over the years at the Strand and other used bookstores in NYC I found some great bargains, like 2nd and 3rd printings of The Gunslinger, 2nd printing of the Drawing of the Three, 1sts of Wasteland and W&G, various proofs and a S/L of Fear Itself!

Sorry, if I am bragging.

[Br!an]

Sorry, if I am bragging.

Credit where credit is due. You put in the effort looking. It's nice to be rewarded once in a while.

I wish I had better book stores in my area. I do better at thrift stores and garage sales than I do at the local book stores.

[Dan]

Bragging is not only accepted, it is expected!

[Roog]

Thanks to the almighty Grant here, for sending me this copy of The Shining! :excited:

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Only one book to go, to make the serie complete.

[EXPLORER]

:D
Yeah, it's great to find something special when you're not expecting it. Over the years at the Strand and other used bookstores in NYC I found some great bargains, like 2nd and 3rd printings of The Gunslinger, 2nd printing of the Drawing of the Three, 1sts of Wasteland and W&G, various proofs and a S/L of Fear Itself!

Sorry, if I am bragging.

Hey... Brag away. Love the Strand.... Can be hit or miss however one good hit makes it all worthwhile.. Wish lived closer so could visit it every Thursday.!

[Randall Flagg]

January's been a good month for me! Today I stopped at the Strand, as I usually do Friday after work, and I picked up a copy of Dark Tower VII with what I think is a genuine King inscription. It was seating on the new arrivals case, half price $17.50.

What do you guys think? Is the sig good?


Yes. You got a steal. If your name is Gene, it's even better.

[Merlin1958]

January's been a good month for me! Today I stopped at the Strand, as I usually do Friday after work, and I picked up a copy of Dark Tower VII with what I think is a genuine King inscription. It was seating on the new arrivals case, half price $17.50.

What do you guys think? Is the sig good?


Yes. You got a steal. If your name is Gene, it's even better.

That was a "sick" deal, dude!!! Congrats!!!!


Jerome, LOVE the new sig!!! LOL LOL

[Scoogs]

:nana:

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[Papaseraphim]

Name's Nick. Sorry I don't get the Gene reference.

Love your new signature, even though it's making me a little seasick. :smile:

[Papaseraphim]

Unfortunately not many used bookstores left in NYC. I remember when there were dozens.

[George at C-Springs]

It was a Signed/Limited kind of day.

Robert McCammon The Night Boat Letter V

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Four Zombies #465

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Dreamlike States (although can you really call it signed if the author only initials? Brian?)

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[Dan]

Name's Nick. Sorry I don't get the Gene reference.

Love your new signature, even though it's making me a little seasick. :smile:


Your new book is inscribed to Gene.

[Dan]

The McCammon looks great!

[Papaseraphim]

OK, thanks!



Name's Nick. Sorry I don't get the Gene reference.

Love your new signature, even though it's making me a little seasick. :smile:


Your new book is inscribed to Gene.

[WeDealInLead]

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More detailed pictures in my collection thread.

[George at C-Springs]

The McCammon looks great!

Yeah, it really is a nice production. Heavier than I expected, I like the materials, marbled paper inside the traycase cover is a nice touch, but what I really like is the signature page artwork ... it is beautiful in hand, really captures the feeling of the book. This is my first McCammon S/L, and I'm pretty happy with it.

[stroppygoblin]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

[Mr. Rabbit Trick]

Anthologies might be treated differently by collectors, but it was issued in Spring 2012 according to Justin Brooks Bibliography.

I think it was the second release that year, after "The Wind Through the Keyhole".

[Br!an]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

Publishing date? Battleground S/L was finally released in December 2012.


Anthologies might be treated differently by collectors, but it was issued in Spring 2012 according to Justin Brooks Bibliography.


It was scheduled for Spring. I think the unsigned was released in Summer and the limiteds didn't get distributed until December.

[stroppygoblin]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

Publishing date? Battleground was finally released in December 2012.

OK, so that puts it after 11.22.63 and before TWTTKH - thanks

[Br!an]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

Publishing date? Battleground was finally released in December 2012.

OK, so that puts it after 11.22.63 and before TWTTKH - thanks

I edited my earlier response. I think either edition would still have been after TWTTKH though.

[stroppygoblin]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

Publishing date? Battleground was finally released in December 2012.

OK, so that puts it after 11.22.63 and before TWTTKH - thanks

I edited my earlier response. I think either edition would still have been after TWTTKH though.

Doh! sorry yes, TWTTKH was April '12. It doesnt actually make adifference as I have DT books on a separate shelf. So for me immediately after 11.22.63 and before Joyland is correct

[carlosdetweiller]

If your SK books are in order of publishing, where would Battleground fall?

I shudder to think of the nightmare this would cause if I tried to rearrange my collection of King books into strict chronological order. I've got novels (but include Danse Macabre, On Writing,etc.) in chronological order. And I've got short fiction (anthologies, etc.) in chronological order but separate. And short non-fiction in chronological order but, again, separate. Just thinking of combining them into one continuous string of books makes my obsessive-compulsive disorder cringe.

[stroppygoblin]

To be fair Bob, you have not only a feckin enormous collection but considerable shelf space to arrange it in!
The problem is less significant with just 1st US editions, gift editions and non signed limiteds on just the one bookcase.

[Br!an]

Doh! sorry yes, TWTTKH was April '12. It doesnt actually make adifference as I have DT books on a separate shelf. So for me immediately after 11.22.63 and before Joyland is correct

Since it's a Richard Christian Matheson book I don't shelve it with the SK books.

[carlosdetweiller]

To be fair Bob, you have not only a feckin enormous collection but considerable shelf space to arrange it in!
The problem is less significant with just 1st US editions, gift editions and non signed limiteds on just the one bookcase.

Oh, I agree. And there are probably as many different ways to arrange a collection as there are collectors. What suits one collector doesn't appeal to others necessarily. I was just trying to visualize the time required and the end result if I was to do that with my collection.

[herbertwest]

For the 2 main authors that I collect, I try to put the books in chronological order but what is part of my collection. But now I definitely run out of space, so things starts piling on top of each other...
It's a good thing that I dont have much that would really be considered as "valuable" by most.

[Br!an]

To be fair Bob, you have not only a feckin enormous collection but considerable shelf space to arrange it in!
The problem is less significant with just 1st US editions, gift editions and non signed limiteds on just the one bookcase.

Oh, I agree. And there are probably as many different ways to arrange a collection as there are collectors. What suits one collector doesn't appeal to others necessarily. I was just trying to visualize the time required and the end result if I was to do that with my collection.

It might not be possible since we don't always have accurate information on the actual release of the book.

[CyberGhostface]

Just came in the mail today. :)

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[webstar1000]

Just came in the mail today. :)

http://i.imgur.com/CMQh9oq.jpg

NICE:)

[bdwyer19]

Big, isn't it??? When mine arrived, my wife didn't believe a book was in the package!

[CyberGhostface]

Definitely is although I'm a bit relieved that it isn't as big as I thought it would be. It's of a manageable size. I was worried that it would be so colossal that I wouldn't be able to pick it up without straining my back.

[Amber]

http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/TheGunslinger003_zps8f28bec7.jpg
look YAY

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations!

[Amber]

Thank you, I never thought I would have my Gunslinger this fast into my collecting A BIG OL' THANKEE to StroppyGoblin with out him this would not have been possible. and they smelled so good. Kinda weird maybe but I smell my books:emot-aslol:

[stroppygoblin]

Thanks Amber! In return may I present my own new pride and joy, with thanks to Tippy4!
Gunslinger 1st/1st !!

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[Amber]

beautiful, The mail was good to us today

[herbertwest]

Nothing that will really excite you but... yesterday I spent hours browsing into old magazines at the french national library and found 5 essays by werber :)

[Priest]

Thanks Amber! In return may I present my own new pride and joy, with thanks to Tippy4!
Gunslinger 1st/1st !!

Congratulations! That is a hell of a copy. Looks very nice!
Also the Copy of Moth, a few pages earlier is absolute crazy.

Congrats to everybody and the new acquisitions.


My personal collection grew on three new beauties - guess you might now them ;D
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[carlosdetweiller]

Those look like beautiful copies, especially that 'Salem's Lot. Are they all first editions?

Never mind. I just saw in your collection thread that they all are firsts. Congratulations. Super copies.

[Priest]

Those look like beautiful copies, especially that 'Salem's Lot. Are they all first editions?

Hi Carlos,
thanks a lot, and yes they are firsts.

The Lot is a First/First 2nd State, and everybody might decide for him/her-self if s/he consider this as a first edition.
I do.

The other once are out of the question firsts.

[carlosdetweiller]

The Lot is a First/First 2nd State, and everybody might decide for him/her-self if s/he consider this as a first edition.
I do.


I think everyone (most everyone anyway) would agree that first edition copies of 'Salem's Lot with the second state dust jackets are true first editions.

[stroppygoblin]

The Lot is a First/First 2nd State, and everybody might decide for him/her-self if s/he consider this as a first edition.
I do.


I think everyone (most everyone anyway) would agree that first edition copies of 'Salem's Lot with the second state dust jackets are true first editions.

Yes otherwise there would be only about 4 people who could claim to have a full set of 1st/1sts!!

[carlosdetweiller]

The Lot is a First/First 2nd State, and everybody might decide for him/her-self if s/he consider this as a first edition.
I do.


I think everyone (most everyone anyway) would agree that first edition copies of 'Salem's Lot with the second state dust jackets are true first editions.

Yes otherwise there would be only about 4 people who could claim to have a full set of 1st/1sts!!

I think we know of 6 or 7 but your point is well taken.

[Merlin1958]

Congratulations to all of you folks!!! Awesome new additions!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[webstar1000]

What is a fine Salems worth with the 1st state dj worth?

[Merlin1958]

What is a fine Salems worth with the 1st state dj worth?

I'd say $400-450 approx. depending on condition could be more or less.

[carlosdetweiller]

What is a fine Salems worth with the 1st state dj worth?

I'd say $400-450 approx. depending on condition could be more or less.

I'd say that estimate is a bit on the low side. I know three of the owners of 1st state dust jacket copies and am pretty sure an offer of $25K would be declined. I can't speak for all, of course. Didn't David Aronovitz of Fine Books Company on ABE have one listed at $90K within the past year or so? I'm pretty sure Hutch turned down an offer of $40K several years ago. Times and the economy will have a lot to do with it but I doubt one could be bought very cheaply today.

[jhanic]

What is a fine Salems worth with the 1st state dj worth?

I'd say $400-450 approx. depending on condition could be more or less.

If you really mean the first state dust jacket, the value is in the ten thousand dollar range. If you mean the second state dust jacket (with the price-clipped dust jacket and the $7.95 price) Merlin is in the ball park.

John

[Merlin1958]

My bad, I meant the 2nd state. Was typing faster than my eyes!!

[stroppygoblin]

I think even for the 2nd state thats pretty low. Note webstar100 did state "what is a fine salems worth". If anyone wants to sell a fine/fine SL for $400 - $450, please PM me!

[Priest]

My bad, I meant the 2nd state. Was typing faster than my eyes!!


from my own personal view on this topic, i can say that you will not find a 2nd state fine/fine in this price range. (400-450)
I would highly grant it to every collector who might find one, but you should not be to disappointed if you don`t ;D

[webstar1000]

Ok, so I am just trying to learn as I have not any of this particular book yet. The first state was with the $8.95 price that was pulled and replaced with the $7.95 price thus very few out there. A true 1st is really the 2nd state dj right? BUT... there are a few people out there that have them with the 1st State. Is there a 3rd state? Sorry for the questions but I need to know what I should be looking for and what price range... thanks guys

[jhanic]

The VERY rare first state dust jacket is the one with the $8.95 price and Father Cody mention. The second state (and seemingly more common) has the price clipped and a $7.95 price, still with the Father Cody reference. The scarcer third state has a $7.95 price and Father Callahan. All have the First Edition mention on the copyright page of the book.

(I don't know if the first state dust jacket was ever actually released.)

John

[webstar1000]

The VERY rare first state dust jacket is the one with the $8.95 price and Father Cody mention. The second state (and seemingly more common) has the price clipped and a $7.95 price, still with the Father Cody reference. The scarcer third state has a $7.95 price and Father Callahan. All have the First Edition mention on the copyright page of the book.

(I don't know if the first state dust jacket was ever actually released.)

John

I read somewhere that it was and could fetch a MASSIVE amount. I could be wrong. So the third one is very expensive...?

[jhanic]

The way I understand about the first state dust jacket is that someone (Pete Schneider?) discovered them in the trash and recovered a few, thus was never "officially" released. The third state seems fairly scarce but is occasionally available. (I paid a little over $700 for my VG copy back in 2008 off eBay.)

John

[webstar1000]

The way I understand about the first state dust jacket is that someone (Pete Schneider?) discovered them in the trash and recovered a few, thus was never "officially" released. The third state seems fairly scarce but is occasionally available. (I paid a little over $700 for my VG copy back in 2008 off eBay.)

John

Very cool info. Thanks for the help!

[stroppygoblin]

The forum is as always a good source of info. Link to the relevant 1st edition page here (http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Stephen+King+First+Editions:Sal ems+Lot+-+Trade+HC)

Edit: Personally I would consider the 2nd state the true collectable 1st/1st as the 1st state was never officially sold and the third state was, well, AFTER the 2nd :)

[carlosdetweiller]

As I understand the story the book was determined to be too expensive at $8.95. This was determined before the book was actually released. The dust jackets were altered to remove (price-clip) the $8.95 and reprice them at $7.95. According to Peter Schneider there were no books that left Doubleday with intact $8.95 "Father Cody" error dust jackets. Again according to Peter there were not even review copies sent out with the $8.95 price intact. The jackets had not even been put on the books yet when the price change was done.

Some years later Peter was going through some files in the art department at Doubleday and found a folder with "3 or 4" intact dust jackets. These were going to be thrown away (according to Peter) so he kept them as an oddity. These dust jackets are distinguished by having a vertical crease down the center of the spine, an $8.95 price on the inner dj flap and the error referencing Father Cody instead of Father Callahan.

I used to talk and e-mail with Peter frequently many years ago (before he seemingly dropped off the face of the earth) and he is pretty sure that the folder he found contained ""3 or 4" first state dust jackets. So there must be more to the story because I know of at least 6 examples of intact first state dust jackets in the hands of collectors. There are some (and mine is one of these) that have the vertical crease where the rear panel meets the spine rather than directly down the center of the spine. I do not know the source of these jackets unless Peter's memory is faulty and there were more dust jackets in the folder than he remembered.

There are a lot of fables surrounding these jackets. There is one where King (a relative unknown author at the time with little or no clout at Doubleday) was upset at the price of $8.95 and ordered all books to be returned to Doubleday for repricing. This fairy tale would leave room for some books to have escaped into the wild with $8.95 Father Cody intact dj's but is false.

[stroppygoblin]

Bob,
It never ceases to amaze me with regard to your wealth of knowledge and experience. I would like to suggest a new thread "Listen with Bob" where once a week you post a really cool item and discuss it's history :clap:

I know you have covered some things in your collection thread and other threads, but it would be nice to have them all in one place - plus I'm sure you have loads more :)

[carlosdetweiller]

Also, the mistake on the inner flap of the dj referencing Father Cody instead of Callahan was known prior to the releasing of the books. Doubleday elected to send most of the books out anyway to keep to the scheduled publication date. The error was later corrected on the later dust jackets so some first edition copies went out later with corrected dj's. These copies have dj's with an unclipped inner flap showing a $7.95 price and the corrected text mentioning Father Callahan.

The three states of dust jackets could be classified as:

1. First printing, first state.........Unclipped inner flap, $8.95 price, Father Cody error

2. First printing, second state......Price clipped inner flap, repriced at $7.95, Father Cody error

3. Second printing.........Unclipped inner flap, $7.95 price, Father Cody error corrected to Father Callahan

[Ben Mears]

Bob,
It never ceases to amaze me with regard to your wealth of knowledge and experience. I would like to suggest a new thread "Listen with Bob" where once a week you post a really cool item and discuss it's history :clap:

I know you have covered some things in your collection thread and other threads, but it would be nice to have them all in one place - plus I'm sure you have loads more :)

+1

[carlosdetweiller]

Thanks for the positive comments. One further thought on an earlier question regarding the price of a F/F first edition copy of 'Salem's Lot. A lot of collectors define F/F as an as new copy that looks as though it was cherry picked from a retail bookstore recently. I have never seen a copy of that book that fits that description. The predominately black dj shows faults very easily and it doesn't take much to show up. Even the nicest of the dust jackets seem to show at least some wear at the corners and spine ends. Little edge tears are frequent and can often be hidden in the black background. The white rear panel shows soiling easily. In over 30 years of collecting I have never come across a "perfect" first edition of 'Salem's Lot. I've got some very, very nice ones but not that perfect copy. In contrast I have seen many copies of Carrie and The Stand that look and feel as new. The price of such a book, if one ever was offered for sale, would probably be really, really high.

A couple of years ago a dealer contacted me with a buyer who wanted a F/F copy of 'Salem's Lot. I had a copy (my second nicest) with just tiny spots of white showing at the corners of the dj and no tears. It was a beauty. I didn't really want to sell it but I e-mailed pictures and said I wanted $2500 for it. I was surprised (and a little disappointed) when it was accepted. So with that as a starting point one can only wonder what that perfect, as new copy could sell for.

The copies that we see changing hands for $400 to $800 on occasion are far from superior examples. The stellar copies are few and far between and, likely, priced accordingly.

[webstar1000]

Wow, can we start this tread? I really enjoyed reading all that! haha I did also ready somewhere that King was unhappy with the price and ordered them sent back thus a few escaped... but... as you know, this was a long time ago and it may or may not be true. Very cool reading what you wrote Bob.. I was fascinated by this. Here is another question for you... if your so inclined. Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

[carlosdetweiller]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

[webstar1000]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Cool. Many members here have one? I would LOVE to add to my collection but the only one I see (Abe) was like $18 grand... what would a good price be?

[carlosdetweiller]

Regarding my description of F/F in an earlier post: The description of F/F being as new is not one used by long time established and reputable antiquarian booksellers. Their description is somewhat less rigid. But we King collectors can be of a different breed than other collectors.

In his book Discovering Stephen King (Starmont House, Inc., 1985) Darrell Schweitzer quotes L. W. Currey who wittily observed that there is now a state beyond fine in book gradations: "Never read and wrapped in plastic by a Stephen King collector."

[stroppygoblin]

LOL - it's good to know we only want the best!

My preferred version of grading above fine/fine (especially for an older book) would be MINT

[Ari_Racing]

Last weeks I finally organized my collection and decided to focus it (or at least try...). Since I'm trying to get all the first publications of his works, I jumped on the easier ones that somehow I didn't buy before. So here are the first ones that arrived, plus the old Christine DJ (I replaced it with a brand new one) and my copy of Pet Sematary Anniversary.

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[Merlin1958]

I paid $350 for my 2nd state ($7.95 price clipped, Father Cody error) a few years back. It is a very good copy and pics can be found in my collection thread, though I refused to take it out of the bag!! :)

[herbertwest]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Wonder if the insurance will work (if the book was insured)...
Will probably sue the publisher or the government because asbestos is supposed to resist to fire, isnt it?

[Randall Flagg]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Wonder if the insurance will work (if the book was insured)...
Will probably sue the publisher or the government because asbestos is supposed to resist to fire, isnt it?
It's never been confirmed that a lettered "Firestarter" book burned.
Why sue the publisher or "the government"?
The DJ of the book was "supposed" be be made of asbestos and other materials. Asbestos itself doesn't easily burn (that's why it was used in brake pads).
The significant problem with asbestos is inhaling the fibers, not using the finished product (brake pads, shingles etc.)

[racerx45]

Couldn't be happier, the photo doesn't do Erin’s work justice.

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-WX_DAHr48C8/UvRrN-GZuDI/AAAAAAAAAr8/7RpODqFpOBs/w1200-h825-no/SKDSR.jpg

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1gA4d_eYk-I/UvRrN1g7CsI/AAAAAAAAAsI/k2EzJm9F9Gs/w589-h857-no/SKDSR.1.jpg

[Merlin1958]

That is a stellar acquisition!!!

[stroppygoblin]

Nice HF acquisition! :clap:

[webstar1000]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Wonder if the insurance will work (if the book was insured)...
Will probably sue the publisher or the government because asbestos is supposed to resist to fire, isnt it?
It's never been confirmed that a lettered "Firestarter" book burned.
Why sue the publisher or "the government"?
The DJ of the book was "supposed" be be made of asbestos and other materials. Asbestos itself doesn't easily burn (that's why it was used in brake pads).
The significant problem with asbestos is inhaling the fibers, not using the finished product (brake pads, shingles etc.)

That is very cool. What do you think one is REALLY worth hard cash RF?

[Randall Flagg]

>$15K

[webstar1000]

>$15K

wow!

[Merlin1958]

>$15K

wow!

For some reason I seem to recall more like 20k not too long ago.

[Pasiuk57]

I do not think I could let mine go for anything less than $17K. Not $20K but not $15 either.
We are remodeling our kitchen shortly and it may have to go......not sure but the renovation is NOT cheap......
Besides the first state Salem's Lot, probably (in my mind anyway) THE next best King item....

[biomieg]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Cool. Many members here have one? I would LOVE to add to my collection but the only one I see (Abe) was like $18 grand... what would a good price be?

At least four members here own a copy.

[webstar1000]

I do not think I could let mine go for anything less than $17K. Not $20K but not $15 either.
We are remodeling our kitchen shortly and it may have to go......not sure but the renovation is NOT cheap......
Besides the first state Salem's Lot, probably (in my mind anyway) THE next best King item....

I would put it about where you do... I hold matching set DT as the number one King item to have even though there area roughly 65 sets of those (more than a 1st state dj or Firestarter) as those are my favorite books he has written but it is different for everyone. If that happens (kitchen) ... PM me... depending on time line... I could be interested. thanks!

[webstar1000]

Is it true that a lettered Firestarter burned in a fire? And now there is one less out there?

I heard that too. I heard it years ago from Stu Tinker (long time owner of Betts Bookstore before David took over). He swore it was true so.....I guess it is.

Cool. Many members here have one? I would LOVE to add to my collection but the only one I see (Abe) was like $18 grand... what would a good price be?

At least four members here own a copy.

Wow... I thought a few did... but 4 is a big number.

[herbertwest]

This board hosts major King collectors / supercollectors :)

[Roseannebarr]

and minor bit players like me! But i am learning from the majors!

[Stockerlone]

Funny funny..... just found this old pics on my PC... think i forget to post them.

Mi first ever signed limted Stephen King book that i bought together with a lim Bare Bones, 1# Rage, 1#Bachman books, and some other expensive books a long time ago. :rolleyes2:

Dolans Cadillac sig lim 630/1000
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/Cadillac_1.jpg

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/Cadillac_2.jpg

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/Cadillac_3.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

It's not really a collectible, but I was intrigued when I looked at this book.
I ordered the book from Amazon on 12/31/2013.
It arrived 2/6/2014.
Check out the second photo.


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1391877994-IMG_5985.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1391878008-IMG_5986.JPG

[Papaseraphim]

I guess it's Print-On-Demand. The seller takes the order and sends it to the printer who ships it to the buyer. A lot of sellers on ebay and ABE doing that.


It's not really a collectible, but I was intrigued when I looked at this book.
I ordered the book from Amazon on 12/31/2013.
It arrived 2/6/2014.
Check out the second photo.


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1391877994-IMG_5985.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1391878008-IMG_5986.JPG

[ELazansky]

Been a long while since my last Pride and Joy, but this was worth the wait. 1/1 Night Shift. Only need to track down a Carrie to finish my US 1sts:

http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Books/1978NightShift_zps00d4a9a5.jpg
http://i1196.photobucket.com/albums/aa411/ELazansky/Books/NS2_zps82a0609a.jpg

[Dan]

Great job on Night Shift!

[Randall Flagg]

I guess it's Print-On-Demand. The seller takes the order and sends it to the printer who ships it to the buyer. A lot of sellers on ebay and ABE doing that.


It's not really a collectible, but I was intrigued when I looked at this book.
I ordered the book from Amazon on 12/31/2013.
It arrived 2/6/2014.
Check out the second photo.




I guess it literally is "hot of the presses".

[stroppygoblin]

Been a long while since my last Pride and Joy, but this was worth the wait. 1/1 Night Shift. Only need to track down a Carrie to finish my US 1sts:


It's not just me then!! - congrats on the Night Shift!

[Ben Eads]

Awesome new additions everyone!

Just got this in the mail today! WOOT! Better pics to come tonight. ;)

http://beneadsfiction.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/The-Shining-Gift-Edition.jpg

[Papaseraphim]

The big question for collectors, if a book is Print-on-Demand only, what's a first edition, first printing?

Let's assume King decides to have an upcoming book Print-On-Demand. What's the first printing? Is the book that's printed on Tuesday more desirable than the book that was printed on Wednesday?




I guess it's Print-On-Demand. The seller takes the order and sends it to the printer who ships it to the buyer. A lot of sellers on ebay and ABE doing that.


It's not really a collectible, but I was intrigued when I looked at this book.
I ordered the book from Amazon on 12/31/2013.
It arrived 2/6/2014.
Check out the second photo.




I guess it literally is "hot of the presses".

[Randall Flagg]

That possibility will likely soon be a reality...

[Joe315]

The big question for collectors, if a book is Print-on-Demand only, what's a first edition, first printing?

Let's assume King decides to have an upcoming book Print-On-Demand. What's the first printing? Is the book that's printed on Tuesday more desirable than the book that was printed on Wednesday?




I guess it's Print-On-Demand. The seller takes the order and sends it to the printer who ships it to the buyer. A lot of sellers on ebay and ABE doing that.


It's not really a collectible, but I was intrigued when I looked at this book.
I ordered the book from Amazon on 12/31/2013.
It arrived 2/6/2014.
Check out the second photo.




I guess it literally is "hot of the presses".

There was a discussion about this a couple weeks ago spread across a couple threads.

[Ben Eads]

The pictures don't do the book justice. Sub Press did a great job on this one!

http://beneadsfiction.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/IMAG0410.jpg

http://beneadsfiction.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/IMAG0411.jpg

http://beneadsfiction.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/IMAG0417.jpg

http://beneadsfiction.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/IMAG0422.jpg

[Merlin1958]

Just recieved a new "Dolso" case on display in my collection thread!!! It's a really nice one, too!!!

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations all!

[Lot guy]

I bought a COTW today inscribed & dated month of publication,
Here's the info I received

Stephen King gifted this first edition book to then Senator William S Cohen when it was first published. Senator Cohen was building a small library at the time. When Cohen eventually became Secretary of Defense in 1997, he moved his library of approximately 10,000 books to his office in the Pentagon where his administrative staff catalogued and tagged all his books. When he left office in early 2001, he gave some of his books to his staff. http://imageshack.com/a/img35/5505/25y6.jpg
S/L signature from my COTW seems the same

[herbertwest]

He moved 10,000 books into the Pentagon?
Wow, that's an interesting room he had there!

[Lot guy]

Not sure,
This is the info from seller,
All I know is there both from Maine & the signature seemed to match from the time period,
I welcome any additional info

[EXPLORER]

Not sure,
This is the info from seller,
All I know is there both from Maine & the signature seemed to match from the time period,
I welcome any additional info
Interesting story.. Nice looking sig.

[Lot guy]

Thanks Explorer

[Dan]

The Green Mile Gift Edition

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/c5bb83c90ae2aad1daa4f8b13f2330f3.jpg

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/211399b72eec41f142a3a9b7f03b0ea1.jpg

[Lot guy]

Nice addition Dan!

[jhanic]

I've always liked that edition.

John

[Br!an]

The Green Mile Gift Edition


I just ordered that from Camelot. Nice!

[LostAlivE]

I wished I had of ordered one of those the GE but don't know why I never did. Unless they were sold out my the time I got to the website. If you don't mine Brian what was the cost for it? Don't mean to be noisey but I would like to know if you want just send me a p/m. Thank you Brian.

[Dan]

I ordered mine from Camelot and it was issue price of $150 plus shipping. I figured I wouldn't see it cheaper than that anywhere else.

[Br!an]

I wished I had of ordered one of those the GE but don't know why I never did. Unless they were sold out my the time I got to the website. If you don't mine Brian what was the cost for it? Don't mean to be noisey but I would like to know if you want just send me a p/m. Thank you Brian.


I ordered mine from Camelot and it was issue price of $150 plus shipping. I figured I wouldn't see it cheaper than that anywhere else.

$150 plus tax & shipping = $169

I've seen them go for more and I've seen most people ask as much as $250 for the set.

I've had it on my want list for a while and decided the other day that a deal like that wasn't going to last forever.

They still have them: http://camelotbooks.com/books/detail/green-miles

[stroppygoblin]

I paid considerably more for mine, but it does have the additional benefit of a Remarque from Mark Geyer and it's dedicated to 'me'

[Amber]

http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks002_zpse963ec5e.jpg
http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks006_zps55c42334.jpg

[stroppygoblin]

http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks002_zpse963ec5e.jpg
http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks006_zps55c42334.jpg

There ya go :)

[Amber]

http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks002_zpse963ec5e.jpg
http://i1295.photobucket.com/albums/b633/amberulrick2013/newbooks006_zps55c42334.jpg

There ya go :) Thank you still trying to figure out how to post pics

[Br!an]

Thank you still trying to figure out how to post pics

When you want to post a picture just copy the URL, click the Insert Image icon http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/images/editor/insertimage.png, paste the URL and click OK

[Amber]

There ya go :)
When you want to post a picture just copy the URL, click the Insert Image icon http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/images/editor/insertimage.png, paste the URL and click OK

ok

[bdwyer19]

Thank you still trying to figure out how to post pics

When you want to post a picture just copy the URL, click the Insert Image icon http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/images/editor/insertimage.png, paste the URL and click OK

... And when you preview your post, if you can see the pictures, we should be able to as well.

[Ben Eads]

Got the slipcase for NOS4A2 in the mail today. The pictures don't do it justice.

http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t668/beneadsfiction/IMAG0547_zps789c09ef.jpg

http://i1319.photobucket.com/albums/t668/beneadsfiction/IMAG0549_zps21afd6d6.jpg

[stroppygoblin]

Nice delivery today :) I have discovered a parcel service form the US which has given me considerable savings on bulk deliveries. I'll post more details in the appropriate thread.

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/AC8174C4-7AAE-4410-8E38-8818E934367D_zpsdxodxrpl.jpg (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/AC8174C4-7AAE-4410-8E38-8818E934367D_zpsdxodxrpl.jpg.html)

[Dan]

Very nice! Carrie first?

[stroppygoblin]

Very nice! Carrie first?

Indeed <Big Smile> :)

[bdwyer19]

Very nice! Carrie first?

Indeed <Big Smile> :)

Congrats!!

[Stockerlone]

Something i get last year....

Der Mond ist aufgegangen
limited, slipcased
signed and remarqued from the book illustrator
Reinhard Kleist
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/742/medium/PICT2258.JPG

[LostAlivE]

Anyone want to sale me a copy of NOS4A2 to go in the slipcase I am getting for $25.00.......LOL I really do like the cover of this book and I know the rest of it has to be fantastic!!! I wished I had gotten one when they came out.

[Merlin1958]

Very nice! Carrie first?

Indeed <Big Smile> :)

And, Simon joins the club!! Welcome, Simon come in and meet everyone!! LOL

[Dan]

S/L of Joyland

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/5349dbdd0d036e0911d6382c1a015430.jpg

Slipcase from the collector. First printing of The Dead Zone.
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/72f9c66c045b48610fb359cf63bcb4ab.jpg

NOS4A2 slipcase with my other Hill novels.
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/80e429dcfbaf4f34ca3c8cf93e8f75e8.jpg

I've had this a while, but only recently learned it was somewhat rare.
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/ac2f8277bee225d87d9c50132701f6f2.jpg

With my 1st edition The Stand
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/40ad936b91d2143b1fff5d3f402fb6c0.jpg

[Jimimck]

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f257/jimimck/Stephen%20King%20Books/4F5AFA32-514D-4DD3-AC0F-F368426D5139_zpsess66w7x.jpg (http://s49.photobucket.com/user/jimimck/media/Stephen%20King%20Books/4F5AFA32-514D-4DD3-AC0F-F368426D5139_zpsess66w7x.jpg.html)

:biggrin1:

[Lot guy]

AWEZOME BOOK! CONGRATS!

[Ben Staad]

Fantastic, James! Congrats to you.

P.S. Please describe in detail what that book smells and feels like...

[Ben Eads]

Wow, Dan! Very impressive!

[Dan]

Wow, Dan! Very impressive!

Thanks! I appreciate the comment!

[Ari_Racing]

Congratulations!!!

[Merlin1958]

Congrats to all!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[tippy4]

Nice delivery today :) I have discovered a parcel service form the US which has given me considerable savings on bulk deliveries. I'll post more details in the appropriate thread.


Nice haul.

I like that Talisman Gift Edition!

:tongue:

[Lot guy]

Today Joyland Lettered Edition arrived,
This book was my first S/L so when I was able to get a copy the Publisher had left over for $215.00 with shipping I had to take advantage. I purchased a few Gift editions this past Fall 1 had a flawed dust jacket, in my emails with them about replacing it I asked about any PC copies left over I was told there was none but they only listed 25 of the 26 copies for sale last year incase of shipping issues. Since they had no issues they replaced the dust jacket & offered this remaining copy to me at issue price, I could not be more excited!
Also picked up a 2nd Salem's Lot S/L & Gift Edition

http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps165c7d61.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsaea79a20.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps22bc54e2.jpg~320x480

[Br!an]

Today Joyland Lettered Edition arrived,
This book was my first S/L so when I was able to get a copy the Publisher had left over for $215.00 with shipping I had to take advantage. I purchased a few Gift editions this past Fall 1 had a flawed dust jacket, in my emails with them about replacing it I asked about any PC copies left over I was told there was none but they only listed 25 of the 26 copies for sale last year incase of shipping issues. Since they had no issues they replaced the dust jacket & offered this remaining copy to me at issue price, I could not be more excited!
Also picked up a 2nd Salem's Lot S/L & Gift Edition



Good job!

[jhanic]

A very nice acquisition!

John

[Kingfan24]

Today Joyland Lettered Edition arrived,
This book was my first S/L so when I was able to get a copy the Publisher had left over for $215.00 with shipping I had to take advantage. I purchased a few Gift editions this past Fall 1 had a flawed dust jacket, in my emails with them about replacing it I asked about any PC copies left over I was told there was none but they only listed 25 of the 26 copies for sale last year incase of shipping issues. Since they had no issues they replaced the dust jacket & offered this remaining copy to me at issue price, I could not be more excited!
Also picked up a 2nd Salem's Lot S/L & Gift Edition

http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps165c7d61.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpsaea79a20.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps22bc54e2.jpg~320x480

Congrats on the lettered and salem's! I am however a little confused as to why they held 1 copy. What if 3 were damaged? What would they have done then? Seems weird, especially when a lot of people here tried ordering a lettered and could not get one.

[Lot guy]

Thanks for the kind words,
I tried to get this last year with no luck as well, The other lettered editions I have are all PC which personally I'm fine with but it is nice to see a letter in that space. Salem's Lot #'s 47 & 231
Kingfan24 I'm not sure about if 3 had been damaged? I was only told that 1 was held, Since they used a fulfillment agent They said the ordering page for the lettered edition was now locked and could not be reopened And that is why they did not relist it. I had asked in the past Forbidden Planet if they had any unsold or canceled orders but was told no, This time I just asked the right person at the right time I guess.

[stroppygoblin]

I like that Talisman Gift Edition!

:tongue:

Yes - a very very nice man sold it to me :)

[RC65]

Certainly a book most here have already seen, but, what the heck, I'm still excited enough about mine to show it off:

http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i341/at-home-daddy/IMG_1264_zpsf476d3a3.jpg

[Lot guy]

Nice Book, I need one of those & the sketchbook too!

[carlosdetweiller]

Hard to find this old anthology in tip-top shape but I got this one in today. Definitely an upgrade over my other copy. Published December, 1978 with a full number line. I could be wrong but I think this is King's first published introduction to a book.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/signetclassic_zpsb6e5a142.jpg

[Papaseraphim]

Very nice.

I remember reading this edition on college. Love the cover.


Hard to find this old anthology in tip-top shape but I got this one in today. Definitely an upgrade over my other copy. Published December, 1978 with a full number line. I could be wrong but I think this is King's first published introduction to a book.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/signetclassic_zpsb6e5a142.jpg

[The Library Policeman]

Very cool, Bob.

[jhanic]

Very nice, Bob! I don't think I've ever seen that one before.

John

[Dan]

One of my holy grails arrived today

http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/7b754f587189da607f5d93964127ba2c.jpg
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/9273283763628128aab00f8db7bf83a8.jpg
http://i1163.photobucket.com/albums/q542/DanielLRoth/fb328b80f415e24c72a4f565fcf4465e.jpg

[jhanic]

Beautiful!

John

[Lot guy]

Very NICE Dan, you've had some great additions this week!

[Jimimck]

Nice pick up Dan!

[stroppygoblin]

Goblins are GREEN (with envy :evil:)

[herbertwest]

Congratulations Bob!

[Ari_Racing]

Very nice! Congratulations, Dan and Bob!

[Merlin1958]

Goblins are GREEN (with envy :evil:)

You're "Green" all the time!!! LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL


There you have it "130" L*L's for the month. $65 to the Haven Fund. Check has been accounted for!!! Now go and bid on that FD/NS up for auction!!! Awesome remarque!!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/201041379025?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1426.l2649

[Dan]

Thanks for the comments everyone!

[Roog]

Finally I got the Grant DT4! I only need a Grant Gunslinger 1st or 2nd now..

http://www.roog.nu/359.jpg

This is also cool, a Turkish Gunslinger paperback from 1990 :D

http://www.roog.nu/360.jpg

[TwistedNadine]

Where did you order the case from?
http://www.slipcasebooks.com/index.htm
I am going to order a few more from him for a few other books, if the price is right. Quality is good, not as nice as The Collector's though.

I ordered one from him ages ago for a signed Night Shift.
I really liked the materials he used but wasnt pleased with the fit so didnt order from again.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/pics_0152.jpg

[TwistedNadine]

I thought I had seen it before, but I have now found the picture I was refering too. It is a totally different edition, which has much the same signatures...
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/563/sig_moth_006.jpg

What different edition is it? And is it owned by someone here?

Not a different edition of the book, just a different copy of Moth. Mine is also signed by almost all contributors and was presented to Jim Bishop as a gift just after publication. I purchased my copy from Jim Bishop along with his copy of Long Walk that King inscribed to him. Most likely the copy Bob purchased was also a gift for either one of the contributors or perhaps one of the English teachers right after publication.

[TwistedNadine]

After some months I finally got caught up with this thread. Lots of great new acquisitions (some amazing ones), a few new members, and very informative history. Congratulations on the new stuff everyone. Welcome new members! And appreciate the educational history.

Big thanks to Betts Books for the Whelan Signature on Gunslinger 1st/1st. This book has an official history all its own. I purchased it unsigned years ago while working on completing my first edition collection. Then dragged it around with me for years to every King signing I went to (including RBR event) but for some reason could not or did not get it signed (and happy I didnt get it signed at the RBR event. Don't want a sharpie on this one). Finally got it signed in Canada last year and now got it signed by Michael Whelan. The book has done more traveling than most people I know...

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/100_1801.JPG

[The Library Policeman]

That's great, TN. Congrats on both sigs!

[jhanic]

Beautiful, TN! Congratulations!

John

[Lot guy]

That's an awesome pride & joy!
I like the two different colors for the signatures
Congrats

[bdwyer19]

After some months I finally got caught up with this thread. Lots of great new acquisitions (some amazing ones), a few new members, and very informative history. Congratulations on the new stuff everyone. Welcome new members! And appreciate the educational history.

Big thanks to Betts Books for the Whelan Signature on Gunslinger 1st/1st. This book has an official history all its own. I purchased it unsigned years ago while working on completing my first edition collection. Then dragged it around with me for years to every King signing I went to (including RBR event) but for some reason could not or did not get it signed (and happy I didnt get it signed at the RBR event. Don't want a sharpie on this one). Finally got it signed in Canada last year and now got it signed by Michael Whelan. The book has done more traveling than most people I know...

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/100_1801.JPG

Awesome TN! Picturing a sharpie sig on there just makes me shudder!!

[TwistedNadine]

Thanks Guys.
Got this one, too (1st DTVII):
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/100_18031.JPG http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/100_18041.JPG

[barlow]

Congrats on both! David is a hell of a nice guy!

[stroppygoblin]

Slipcases!! Makes my PB's a little more 'special' :)

http://i938.photobucket.com/albums/ad223/stroppygoblin/2F03537F-67D6-4D10-8510-DD89789F13D9_zpswbcugqtl.jpg (http://s938.photobucket.com/user/stroppygoblin/media/2F03537F-67D6-4D10-8510-DD89789F13D9_zpswbcugqtl.jpg.html)

[WeDealInLead]

Ooh, nice. Are those one of a kind? I wouldn't mind getting something like those for my Bachmans and F&SF sets.

[stroppygoblin]

Ooh, nice. Are those one of a kind? I wouldn't mind getting something like those for my Bachmans and F&SF sets.

They are made by a guy in the UK called Jeff Whiley (jeffrey.whiley@ntlworld.com) he makes them to order. You just give him the size and colour and what stamp you require (he has a selection). You can also have a bespoke stamp made, but that costs a little more. Prices are very reasonable.

[bdwyer19]

Great slipcases! Jeff does great work!

[Jimimck]

Those cases look awesome!

[Roog]

Really nice sets :)

[racerx45]

Here are some of my newest items

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-1QBgDlwauFI/UxaCL5kEovI/AAAAAAAAAuI/Rcu-642kNfc/w1200-h783-no/NewG1.jpg

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-MTxsgOMyrqU/UxaCOVTGenI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/zsJruagpbV4/w646-h857-no/SKTSPSL.jpg

Now I just need to find The Stand S/L #221

[Lot guy]

Very nice!
I like the Jack Ketchum additions

[webstar1000]

Nice. I have never seen the Stand Portfolio!

[Priest]

Getting closer and closer - Just places the Bachmanns in my collection ;D
*happydance-time*

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[jhanic]

Congratulations! They all look like they're in great condition, and a nice slipcase too!

John

[stroppygoblin]

Nice condition TLW!

[The Library Policeman]

One I've wanted for a good few years now. Thanks to David at Betts :)

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[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

One of my favorites!

John

[divemaster]

That is the next S/L on my "holy grail" list.

[Lot guy]

That Green Mile S/L is a great addition!
Two boxes arrived today. Starting to get some proofs. These are from Ari, Thanks Ari!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps8aba3b44.jpg~320x480
This box was from Sirfolio, The Gunslinger first with a very cool case! Doctor Sleep Galley Proof Unbound with a great Remarque by Glenn Chadbourne.
Thanks Ray!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps03926afe.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps69a1fdab.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4d2e2a14.jpg~320x480

[jhanic]

I REALLY like that unbound proof of Doctor Sleep!

John

[Lot guy]

Thanks John

[Jimimck]

That Gunslinger case is also really cool.

[Lot guy]

Thanks Jimimck, the black shell part is made of Nuba(whatever that is)? Really cool though, it's a hard surface instead of cloth. I was able to get some really great items from Ray & @ a great deal. I'll share the other gems when they arrive. He has been a pleasure to do business with & highly recommend dealing with him!

[Merlin1958]

Thanks Jimimck, the black shell part is made of Nuba(whatever that is)? Really cool though, it's a hard surface instead of cloth. I was able to get some really great items from Ray & @ a great deal. I'll share the other gems when they arrive. He has been a pleasure to do business with & highly recommend dealing with him!

Very nice acquisitions, congrats!! Is that one of the limited metal cases, RF was able to secure awhile back? The one's with the optional "slide", though not this particular one, that there was an exclusively limited amount to be had? I could be off base, but it does remind me of those. Either way, an awesome book and case. Just curious. :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[e_taylor]

Thanks Jimimck, the black shell part is made of Nuba(whatever that is)? Really cool though, it's a hard surface instead of cloth. I was able to get some really great items from Ray & @ a great deal. I'll share the other gems when they arrive. He has been a pleasure to do business with & highly recommend dealing with him!

Very nice acquisitions, congrats!! Is that one of the limited metal cases, RF was able to secure awhile back? The one's with the optional "slide", though not this particular one, that there was an exclusively limited amount to be had? I could be off base, but it does remind me of those. Either way, an awesome book and case. Just curious. :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Metal case? Sounds pretty awesome!

[Lot guy]

Thanks Merlin1958, it's from TBCL Rare Books. I believe they still have some for sale. They're $250.00 but very nice & unique! I received mine as part of a set(book & case) from Sirfolio.

[Randall Flagg]

Thanks Jimimck, the black shell part is made of Nuba(whatever that is)? Really cool though, it's a hard surface instead of cloth. I was able to get some really great items from Ray & @ a great deal. I'll share the other gems when they arrive. He has been a pleasure to do business with & highly recommend dealing with him!

Very nice acquisitions, congrats!! Is that one of the limited metal cases, RF was able to secure awhile back? The one's with the optional "slide", though not this particular one, that there was an exclusively limited amount to be had? I could be off base, but it does remind me of those. Either way, an awesome book and case. Just curious. :thumbsup::thumbsup:

Metal case? Sounds pretty awesome!
The machined aluminum cases for The Gunslinger were a one-time production. Cook was the brilliance behind the design and manufacturing of the cases. Garrell did the artwork. Only a "handful" (I know, I know, that drives Bob crazy-let's say 6) were done. I still have one.

http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1339785051-Double%20Metal%20cases%201.JPG


http://www.thedarktower.org/custom/images/1339785064-Metal%20cases%202.JPG



Original thread:

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?15060-The-Gunslinger-Metal-cases&highlight=gunslinger+case

[Merlin1958]

Thanks Merlin1958, it's from TBCL Rare Books. I believe they still have some for sale. They're $250.00 but very nice & unique! I received mine as part of a set(book & case) from Sirfolio.

Okay, as I said it reminded me of the metal ones, Jerome had found. Nevertheless, very cool!!

[The Library Policeman]

That case is really nice, Lot Guy. The yellow inside is a great match for the book! :)

[Randall Flagg]

Thanks Jimimck, the black shell part is made of Nuba(whatever that is)?
You might mean Nubuck (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nubuck)

[Lot guy]

RF that's probably what it is they're website lists it as "Elegant Black Nuba" maybe they put Nuba for short. That Metal case you have is awesome!

[Bad Penny]

The metal cases are awesome (I've one thanks to RF) :smile:

http://i1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg502/GrantWootton/The%20Gunslinger/GSC3.jpg

[Merlin1958]

My bad. Yes, they are freaking awesome!!! I was going on memory which is not a good idea these days!! LOL

[stroppygoblin]

Holy Ferric Enclosures Batman!! That is so cool!

[Stockerlone]

Jürgen Ehlers - Bookreading event 25.01.2014 Hamburg Zentral Bibliothek
+
25.01.14 Robert Burns day-supper - bookreading event with Rona Walter
(Think iwas probably the only one who celebrated the Scottish holiday.)

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A nice event about HAMBURG - City of crime:dance:
Author Jürgen Ehlers talked about the more then 400+++ crime novels, located in my hometown Hamburg. Which areas in Hamburg are the favs. for
crime authors.... History of crime novels in Hamburg....
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He signed me 3 books and we talked a little bit of my distict of Hamburg...
damn... it´s not so important for crime authors...:excited:

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Then, in the evening... an other small event.
It was 25.01 ... Robert Burns Day.... the scot. inofficial most important holiday.
I visit Rona Walter in an Scot. pub. she reads about eerie fairies and family curses!
We drunk a ...... glas of water... :excited: NICE evening !!!
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Rona HP
http://rona-walter.jimdo.com/

[Br!an]

Sounds like a great day! Very interesting.

[The Library Policeman]

Very cool, Frank! :D

[vbull]

Thanks for the kind words,
I tried to get this last year with no luck as well, The other lettered editions I have are all PC which personally I'm fine with but it is nice to see a letter in that space. Salem's Lot #'s 47 & 231
Kingfan24 I'm not sure about if 3 had been damaged? I was only told that 1 was held, Since they used a fulfillment agent They said the ordering page for the lettered edition was now locked and could not be reopened And that is why they did not relist it. I had asked in the past Forbidden Planet if they had any unsold or canceled orders but was told no, This time I just asked the right person at the right time I guess.

Any sale/trade consideration in the future for the 2nd copy of Salem's Lot S/L?

[Ari_Racing]

Look what the cat dragged in!

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[jhanic]

Ari, I'm jealous!

John

[webstar1000]

Look what the cat dragged in!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/1904168_10203591669257026_731931891_n.jpg
lucky!

[Papaseraphim]

Very talented cat! Did you teach her to hunt for proofs? :)



Look what the cat dragged in!

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[Ben Staad]

Congrats, Ari!

[Dan]

That's great, Ari!!

[Jimimck]

Woah! Awesome Ari.

[herbertwest]

So there is at least 1 proof out there. I would guess that Bev already has one too.
Anyone else? Mike? Bob? John?

[jhanic]

Still waiting.

John

[biomieg]

Years ago I tried to get in touch with the right person at Scribner (whoever that may be) so I could get proofs for reviewing purposes as well. I wanted to use them to write reviews for the Dutch SK Fan Club website/newsletter (and keeping them for my collection would have been a nice bonus). But I never got any reply.

[herbertwest]

Years ago I tried to get in touch with the right person at Scribner (whoever that may be) so I could get proofs for reviewing purposes as well. I wanted to use them to write reviews for the Dutch SK Fan Club website/newsletter (and keeping them for my collection would have been a nice bonus). But I never got any reply.

Quite similar for me. I tried a few times over the years and then I just gave up.
I think that we are from the wrong side of the pond ;-)

[carlosdetweiller]

So there is at least 1 proof out there. I would guess that Bev already has one too.
Anyone else? Mike? Bob? John?

Not me. I just got a Doctor Sleep proof last week so I am several months behind.

[The Library Policeman]

Congrats Ari!

[Roseannebarr]

Look what the cat dragged in!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/1904168_10203591669257026_731931891_n.jpg
lucky!


Let me be for the first to go on record as requesting a copy!! anybody have an extra!! PM me!

[idlewarnings]

Ari, you're killing me. Congrats.

[Scoogs]

Congrats, Ari!

[Lot guy]

Congrats Ari!

[Ari_Racing]

:) Thanks!!

[LostAlivE]

That Green Mile S/L is a great addition!
Two boxes arrived today. Starting to get some proofs. These are from Ari, Thanks Ari!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps8aba3b44.jpg~320x480
This box was from Sirfolio, The Gunslinger first with a very cool case! Doctor Sleep Galley Proof Unbound with a great Remarque by Glenn Chadbourne.
Thanks Ray!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps03926afe.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps69a1fdab.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4d2e2a14.jpg~320x480

Where can we buy one of the traycases for The Gunslinger? That is so cool looking and what is the price of one. Excuse me if you have already put this in here somewhere but where can we find one?

[ELazansky]

Where can we buy one of the traycases for The Gunslinger? That is so cool looking and what is the price of one. Excuse me if you have already put this in here somewhere but where can we find one?

http://www.tbclrarebooks.com/pages/books/32442/stephen-king/gunslinger-dark-tower-1-custom-clamshell-case-only

They are $250

[Br!an]

They have others SK cases too.

http://www.tbclrarebooks.com/advSearchResults.php?authorField=Stephen+King&action=search

[Ari_Racing]

That Green Mile S/L is a great addition!
Two boxes arrived today. Starting to get some proofs. These are from Ari, Thanks Ari!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps8aba3b44.jpg~320x480
This box was from Sirfolio, The Gunslinger first with a very cool case! Doctor Sleep Galley Proof Unbound with a great Remarque by Glenn Chadbourne.
Thanks Ray!
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps03926afe.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps69a1fdab.jpg~320x480
http://rs777.pbsrc.com/albums/yy59/mrfjstbhf/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zps4d2e2a14.jpg~320x480

Thanks to you! I'm glad you receive it okay!

[Dan]

What is most likely the final S/L from Richard Matheson. You will notice the limitation page is different from the name of the book. I received the following email from Barry Hoffman at Gauntlet Press.

Richard passed away before he could "initial" the tipsheets for the book. So, we used a tipsheet from another book and as a bonus you get his full signature rather than just his initials. The number is correct. These were extra tipsheets from the other book. We numbered them 1-100 (that's the reason for the low print run for this edition). The value, if anything, is enhanced because you got a Matheson signature not just his initials like with OTHER KINGDOMS. Matheson had a severe write condition the past few years so he would only initial the numbered editions.




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[Randall Flagg]

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[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[Ben Staad]

Nice additions. I'm not sure how I feel about the Matheson tip in but it is a cool item. :clap:

[Ari_Racing]

Some stuff I received these last days

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[Merlin1958]

Nice haul, Ari!!!

[Br!an]

I recently received my first ever custom remarque. Don Maitz did a remarqueable job with my Desperation Gift Edition.

More pics in my collection thread.

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?17544-Book-Collection-Br!an&p=834843&viewfull=1#post834843

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb179/cabinetmaniac/Books/IMG_4585.jpg

[Lot guy]

Great stuff!
Congrats RF, Ari & Br!an

[Dan]

Nice looking remarque, Brian!

[webstar1000]

That is so how I pictured him too! Very nice!!!!

[Papaseraphim]

Very cool. Love Don Maitz's work.
Congratulations Br!an

[carlosdetweiller]

I have been looking for this little journal for many years (at least 10) and this is the first one I have found. Yes it has coffee stains, a sticker remnant and some writing on the cover. I wish it were in better condition but I am thrilled to have a copy in any condition at all. DREAMWORKS: An Interdisciplinary Quarterly, Volume 1, Number 4, Summer 1981. This particular issue deals with nightmares and King contributed a short essay on a recurring dream that he has.

I don't know what it is sometimes. I don't think this is particularly rare and it seems every other issue of this journal is available for sale. It wasn't expensive and, now that I have one, they'll probably start popping up all over the place. But, for whatever reason, I never could seem to find one. Really happy to have one even in lesser condition.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/dreamworks_zpsd200837d.jpg

[Merlin1958]

I recently received my first ever custom remarque. Don Maitz did a remarqueable job with my Desperation Gift Edition.

More pics in my collection thread.

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?17544-Book-Collection-Br!an&p=834843&viewfull=1#post834843

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb179/cabinetmaniac/Books/IMG_4585.jpg


That is truly awesome!!! Wait until you see what, Don has in store for the Haven Fund!!! He's a BIG supporter!!!

[jhanic]

I have been looking for this little journal for many years (at least 10) and this is the first one I have found. Yes it has coffee stains, a sticker remnant and some writing on the cover. I wish it were in better condition but I am thrilled to have a copy in any condition at all. DREAMWORKS: An Interdisciplinary Quarterly, Volume 1, Number 4, Summer 1981. This particular issue deals with nightmares and King contributed a short essay on a recurring dream that he has.

I don't know what it is sometimes. I don't think this is particularly rare and it seems every other issue of this journal is available for sale. It wasn't expensive and, now that I have one, they'll probably start popping up all over the place. But, for whatever reason, I never could seem to find one. Really happy to have one even in lesser condition.

http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb54/carlosdetweiller/dreamworks_zpsd200837d.jpg

Interesting! Thanks for posting.

John