As a model 70 enthusiast, you already know about Roger Rule's authoritative book "The Rifleman's Rifle". First edition copies of this book are exceptionally collectible and fetch prices of $300-$400. Even more collectible is the limited first-edition "Deluxe" book. Only 500 were produced, with a distinct padded leatherette cover, deeply embossed and gold foiled title and rifle graphics, all neatly tucked into a leatherette slip case. These deluxe edition books are all individually numbered and hand-signed by Roger Rule.
Number 359 presents in fine condition with no wear, stains or other evidence of use to the book or the leather case.
Books and paper products on pre64win.com are graded using the industry standard book grading criteria. This item has been graded for condition using the following definitions:
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FINE: No defects, as new when first purchased (Like New)
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NEAR FINE: May have 1 or 2 very minor defects.
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VERY GOOD: Used condition, same as above only it may have two or three more minor defects such as small tears, scratches, small stains to covers, or minor tears and creases to inside pages.
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GOOD: As above only it may have a split hinge, larger tears to covers, soiling or staining of covers, whatever the defect it should be described in detail.
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FAIR: As above with folds and tears throughout, markings to content.
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POOR: As above with loose bindings, missing and torn pages throughout.
