International Jetport 7" 33RPM Cardboard Disc Marx Toys

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Greetings everyone! Thanks for stopping by another of my record auctions! I appreciate that you made the time in your busy schedule to check out the goods! I’ve been doing this on ebay for the past 8 years of so, and it’s always fun to have folks show up and see what’s available…though it’s more fun to get what I have sold, and into your hands! Your business is always appreciated, and that’s not just lip service! So let’s see what I’ve got for you folks this time!

This time up, I have a 7” 33rpm cardboard disc (single-sided), from the folks at Louis Marx & Co., Inc. This is a single titled “International Jetport”. I wasn’t able to find out exactly what year this was released, but my guess would be the early 60’s as this was when Marx was selling many of these plane & jet toys, though the trend had already started it’s decline. This was part of the Marx playsets, where youngsters could get different pieces and parts and assemble them together, somewhat diorama-style, so the kiddies could get their own airports together, and use their imaginations. I used to have things like this when I was a youngster too, but my preference were Matchbox cars and trucks. But Marx, like other toy companies wanted to see just how much merchandise they could sell to the little completists, and this cardboard disc pretty much was an esoteric part. This disc has a few different sounds on it, like the talk to and from jets and the control tower, as well as a “now loading” message that would come through the speakers in the terminal. Looks like Marx had a working deal with American Airlines too, as they do get mentioned by name, as well as their logo shows up on the disc (and apparently the decals for the planes). One odd part on this disc was a short message relay from the tower to an air force jet in the area. I thing most of the USAF used their own control towers and airstrips, but then again, for kids who were into this, it’s not like everything had to be completely accurate. The playing surface of this disc is in nice shape, no noticeable marks, and though the edges show it’s not completely flat, I did not have to place a coin on the inner part of the disc, as it did play through quite well. There are a few points toward the end where it sounds like the needle gets stuck though, and the sounds repeat a few times-however, after the third time, it plays well, then, another sound effect, and this three-repeat event starts again. This happens about 3 times, and it’s all toward the end of the disc. So I don’t know if this was intentional or not. The sound quality of this disc isn’t bad either, even though there is some crackling while playing all the voices are still quite clear, So I still think this is good enough to earn my slightly less than average grading of E- as a result. That’s my grading though, and my grading is considered non-standard. If you are considering placing a bid, please read the paragraph that follows this one, as it will show you the gradings and their respective descriptions. It won’t take long to read, please do.  The disc has some staining, but otherwise all the text is still clear and readable. The back side of the disc is blank, though someone wrote on the top of the back. If you need more pictures or description, I can and will be happy to provide. If you have any comments or questions, please send them to me, and I will reply as soon as possible. 

My Grading is as follows: M (Mint)-ONLY for Still Factory Sealed Records ONLY! No 45 nor 78 will ever get this grading. E+, minimal wear, perhaps only needs cleaning. E, a few light marks, maybe some minor background crackle and/or hiss. E-, light marks, crackling (nothing major), scuffs, etc.. Not great, but still quite playable. V+, More marks, scuffs, needle marks, scratches-but nothing that would make the needle skip. Will have background noise that even with a cleaning will still be around. V. Worn. Scuffs, scratches, can be noisy, but still (probably) won’t cause the needle to skip nor get stuck. V-, Noisy? You bet! Worn? Oh yeah. Playable? Sure, but don’t expect it to sound all peachy keen. P. Bleah! Playable perhaps, but do so at your own risk. Don’t trash a new needle on it. Only used on records considered rare enough for “fill in” purposes to a collector-or to those who do digital restoration. 

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IMPORTANT NOTE FOR NON-U.S. BUYERS!!!!
All items I sell will be sent with postage printed up from eBay. This way, the prices are automatically listed for customs purposes and cannot be altered. Yes, this does mean that the customs people will know the value, but since I get a bit of a price break on postage, I can keep the prices low for you-the buyer.  I will not "mark item as a gift", just so you can evade import rules.  The people at my post office know me, and they will check overseas packages for inspection.  I hope you will understand my position about this, my apologies if you are not able to comply.

Also, international bidders, the price listed for postage on my listings are for domestic mailing.  I wish I could send overseas for that price, but reality speaks different.  I place a fair price on all international postage.  Watch for the invoice if you win.

ALSO-I need to let international bidders know of a certain problem that doesn't always happen, but will arise from time to time.  All International mail sent from this region has to go through the U.S. Postal Service sorting center in Sandston Virginia, by our local airport.  This sorting center has been named the least efficient sorting center in the entire U.S. Postal Service.  They prove this from time to time by mis-routing packages.  If this happens-and I will monitor the delivery-usually it will add at least an extra week for it to arrive.  If there are any problems, please contact me first, and I will do what I must to make sure you are satisfied with the order.
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