Dark Tower Same-Number Sets: Who owns them?

[OneFathom]

Anyone know if the "blank" S/Ls were distributed with slipcases?

[Ivo]

Anyone know if the "blank" S/Ls were distributed with slipcases?

I think the “blank” S/L are considered the stolen ones from the book printing company. I don’t believe I’ve seen any with the original slip cases.

[Baalrogg]

Anyone know if the "blank" S/Ls were distributed with slipcases?

I think the “blank” S/L are considered the stolen ones from the book printing company. I don’t believe I’ve seen any with the original slip cases.

That’s true of all of the Gunslingers, but there were blank limitations of the other DT books as well, I assume Colin is also curious about those. I’m not sure myself either - perhaps check with Wolfehr if they can be contacted as it appears they have several?

[OneFathom]

Anyone know if the "blank" S/Ls were distributed with slipcases?

I think the “blank” S/L are considered the stolen ones from the book printing company. I don’t believe I’ve seen any with the original slip cases.

That’s true of all of the Gunslingers, but there were blank limitations of the other DT books as well, I assume Colin is also curious about those. I’m not sure myself either - perhaps check with Wolfehr if they can be contacted as it appears they have several?

I'm definitely aware of the DT1s, but I have emailed Wolfehr for clarification.

[Randall Flagg]

It's pretty reasonably known...assumed, that any blank DTI S/L missing the original slipcase was/ is likely part of a few books that were stolen from the printer.
At this point any seller should disclose the information. Any buyer should also be aware they are purchasing ill gotten goods.

Just because it happened 40 plus years ago does not negate this fact.

The Nazis looted many valuable pieces of art. Some are finally being returned to the rightful owners 80+ years later.

[Cook]

It's pretty reasonably known...assumed, that any blank DTI S/L missing the original slipcase was/ is likely part of a few books that were stolen from the printer.
At this point any seller should disclose the information. Any buyer should also be aware they are purchasing ill gotten goods.

Just because it happened 40 plus years ago does not negate this fact.



The Nazis looted many valuable pieces of art. Some are finally being returned to the rightful owners 80+ years later.

When I contacted grant years ago about purchasing mine thru a second party, Grant publications had zero concerns about them.
I was also told most were recovered after the theft, and NONE of the “blank” Gunslingers had or have original slipcases.
My copy arrived in pristine condition w/NO slipcase
(picture of blank number line in my collecting thread)

I don’t think the “Gunslinger Nazi Police” are coming to knock on my door anytime soon 😏

[OneFathom]

It's pretty reasonably known...assumed, that any blank DTI S/L missing the original slipcase was/ is likely part of a few books that were stolen from the printer.
At this point any seller should disclose the information. Any buyer should also be aware they are purchasing ill gotten goods.

Just because it happened 40 plus years ago does not negate this fact.



The Nazis looted many valuable pieces of art. Some are finally being returned to the rightful owners 80+ years later.

When I contacted grant years ago about purchasing mine thru a second party, Grant publications had zero concerns about them.
I was also told most were recovered after the theft, and NONE of the “blank” Gunslingers had or have original slipcases.
My copy arrived in pristine condition w/NO slipcase
(picture of blank number line in my collecting thread)

I don’t think the “Gunslinger Nazi Police” are coming to knock on my door anytime soon 😏

Thanks, Jerome and Cook. I should have clarified. While I have reached out to Wolfehr via email, I am curious if any of the other "blank" DT S/Ls (e.g. DTII or DTIII, etc.) were also devoid of the slipcase.

[webstar1000]

It's pretty reasonably known...assumed, that any blank DTI S/L missing the original slipcase was/ is likely part of a few books that were stolen from the printer.
At this point any seller should disclose the information. Any buyer should also be aware they are purchasing ill gotten goods.

Just because it happened 40 plus years ago does not negate this fact.



The Nazis looted many valuable pieces of art. Some are finally being returned to the rightful owners 80+ years later.

When I contacted grant years ago about purchasing mine thru a second party, Grant publications had zero concerns about them.
I was also told most were recovered after the theft, and NONE of the “blank” Gunslingers had or have original slipcases.
My copy arrived in pristine condition w/NO slipcase
(picture of blank number line in my collecting thread)

I don’t think the “Gunslinger Nazi Police” are coming to knock on my door anytime soon 😏

Thanks, Jerome and Cook. I should have clarified. While I have reached out to Wolfehr via email, I am curious if any of the other "blank" DT S/Ls (e.g. DTII or DTIII, etc.) were also devoid of the slipcase.

I have NEVER seen one with a case and was also told there was no cases.

[Cook]

It's pretty reasonably known...assumed, that any blank DTI S/L missing the original slipcase was/ is likely part of a few books that were stolen from the printer.
At this point any seller should disclose the information. Any buyer should also be aware they are purchasing ill gotten goods.

Just because it happened 40 plus years ago does not negate this fact.



The Nazis looted many valuable pieces of art. Some are finally being returned to the rightful owners 80+ years later.

When I contacted grant years ago about purchasing mine thru a second party, Grant publications had zero concerns about them.
I was also told most were recovered after the theft, and NONE of the “blank” Gunslingers had or have original slipcases.
My copy arrived in pristine condition w/NO slipcase
(picture of blank number line in my collecting thread)

I don’t think the “Gunslinger Nazi Police” are coming to knock on my door anytime soon 😏

Thanks, Jerome and Cook. I should have clarified. While I have reached out to Wolfehr via email, I am curious if any of the other "blank" DT S/Ls (e.g. DTII or DTIII, etc.) were also devoid of the slipcase.

I personally am not aware of the “later’s” issued devoid of slipcases.
(You should try contacting Robert at Grants books)

[djpickard]

I do have a blank limitation DT VI Song of Susannah with the original slipcase. Though it is the only DT blank I have. Acquired somewhat recently.

[Randall Flagg]

I do have a blank limitation DT VI Song of Susannah with the original slipcase. Though it is the only DT blank I have. Acquired somewhat recently.

You will be pursued. Members here are trying as we speak to contact you, however until you reach 5 posts, (or post on some other site) they will be chomping at the bit.

[OneFathom]

I do have a blank limitation DT VI Song of Susannah with the original slipcase. Though it is the only DT blank I have. Acquired somewhat recently.

You will be pursued. Members here are trying as we speak to contact you, however until you reach 5 posts, (or post on some other site) they will be chomping at the bit.

Agreed!

@djpickard: If you're open to selling/trading it let me know! (mcavoy.colin@gmail.com)

[ajw2910]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

[Baalrogg]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

[webstar1000]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

[Baalrogg]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

...yeah. .

A picture record of blank limitation pages would be useful (to keep track of the specific signatures on the pages for future reference), particularly for the DT books, but I suppose that probably isn't very feasible or possible at this point.

[ajw2910]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

I guess I just don’t think in that direction…..

[Baalrogg]

DTII through VII and it looks like TWTTK #261 (although not LSoE) popped up on eBay from Highend Books. DTI of the same number went up for sale on VFB a couple of years ago, so perhaps whomever picked that one up will see this auction.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/275463887875?

[Cook]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

If you know for a FACT, call them out, share who these people are !!

[stroppygoblin]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

If you know for a FACT, call them out, share who these people are !!

I agree - If there was a duplicate of a number that I owned because someone had filled in their own number on a blank copy I'd want to know about it. Not necessary to divulge the persons name, but if you know for certain, then state the designations.

[OneFathom]

I was just hoping to start collecting some "blanks."

[Cook]

I was just hoping to start collecting some "blanks."

I have a blank if you wish to get together sometime to discuss a possible Trade/Sale scenario.
(I'm pretty sure we live within an hour of each other)

[Baalrogg]

What is the allure of a blank limitation page such as the one mentioned above? Just the rarity of it, I assume?

Because then you can just write in whatever number or letter you want and pretend like it's an original. Just kidding, of course.. although there's strong suspicion that that's happened previously.

But yes, just because of the rarity. Some people try to put together blank limitation sets.

No I would say THAT IS EXACTLY IT. I know for a fact people have done this to finish their set.

If you know for a FACT, call them out, share who these people are !!

I don’t believe it was deliberately done by the current owner of the book and likely not known before purchase, but I believe it was deduced that the “AC” lettered Gunslinger currently for sale on VFB was formerly a blank limitation, as the handwriting and style of the “A” are different from other lettered Gunslingers, and it’s missing its original slipcase.

That’s the only one I’m personally aware of at the moment.

[Randall Flagg]

Apparently Kris knows of more than one instance. It's not his obligation to disclose the information, but he did state he knows it happened (and his wording would indicate it has occurred more than once).

[Baalrogg]

DTI #290 appeared on eBay this morning, it’s now been sold.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/275493016290