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THBPublishers Green Bound Skin Diver Magazines 1951 to 1966
About Seller
448 S. Pattie Ave
Wichita, KS 67211
United States
Nation’s Attic Incorporated is located in Wichita, KS. As a full time business we offer expert factory correct restoration & repair services for antique slot machines made from the 1880’s to 1950. Only dealing in authentic examples of antique slot machines, we are one of the few remaining full time ...Read more
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LiveJul 16, 2022
Nation's Attic second auction of 2022 will feature over 40 diving helmets and over 100 other related diving items! There are 2 famed Mark V helium Widow Maker helmets plus other desirable diving history from the around the world in this no reserve sale! Nation's Attic Inc. helmets@nationsattic.com
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This is likely your one and only opportunity to own a VERY SPECIAL bound set of every Skin Diver magazine ever printed! The first issue of Skin Diver magazine (SDM) was published and mailed out in December of 1951. Starting in 1952 the publisher offered subscribers the option to send their 1951 and 1952 issues back in to be bound. The few people that did this received their issue back in handsome green hardbound binding with gold external lettering!
While the binding is extremely attractive, it is likely few subscribers sent their copies to the publisher each year and had this expensive work done, especially since 1952! SDM continued to offer this service until 1966. Quite possibly costs and probably lack of demand are what ended this option for subscribers.
The set we are offering covers every issue from #1 December 1951 to December 1966! This set originally belonged to the diver Jack Waite, who is featured prominently in issue #1 and in others during 1952. In addition, Mr. Waite’s mailing label can be found on several issues! With his early involvement in diving and being featured in early issues, he had a strong interest in preserving each and every issue in the finest method possible.
As can be seen in the photos, the complete set is in wonderful shape. The green leather with gold lettering has been well taken care of over the decades and kept out of direct sunlight. Some volumes will have minor handling wear on the spine and corners. Please keep in mind that these bound issues were first individually mailed out, then sent back to the publisher where they were bound. Some of the issues will have mailing labels, creases in the paper, minor imperfections, slight staining, etc. Please refer to the photo showing the exposed side of the volumes. It is also safe to say these issues were preserved better than any loose collection could possibly be.
Not only is the a unique opportunity to own Jack Waite’s personal publishers bound collection of Skin Diver Magazine, but it is also possibly the only complete set known to exist. Regardless, this investment level accumulation of diving history is worthy of any personal or public library.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL Express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. Payment via bank wire for customers outside the USA is required. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code. - Shipping Info
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Shipping fees listed with each lot pertain to domestic shipping only (contiguous or lower 48). International bidders are subject to higher shipping fees. Please inquire about shipping to a particular country before the start of the auction. Purchased items will be shipped on a first paid, first shipped basis and may take up to twenty (20) business days for said shipment to leave our (Nations Attic, Inc.) business. For time sensitive shipments, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) will expedite payment processing and shipping for a nominal fee. Items paid for by personal check are subject to a ten (10) business day hold for funds clearance. All domestic mainland items are shipped via FedEx ground or via USPS unless otherwise specified or requested by the customer. International shipments are shipped via DHL Express or FedEx Express. USPS is no longer used for international shipments due to issues with tracking packages. Insurance: All items are insured for the full purchase amount less carrier shipping charges, or the maximum amount allowed by the carrier and/or country of destination. Insurance is included in the specified shipping amount listed in the shipping section of the final invoice pricing. All invoices are sent with insurance already factored into the shipping charge. The customer has the right to waive any insurance amount by providing written consent that the customer will not hold Nations Attic, Inc. or its shipping carriers responsible for damaged and/or lost shipments due to uninsured/under insured packages. In some instances, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to only ship certain items if insurance is purchased for the full amount of the item(s) being shipped. International buyers are responsible for all duties and taxes. If shipment is rejected, buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs or disposal fees incurred.
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