E.P. Barrus, Ltd.Tool and Hardware Catalogue 39T.
by Barrus Ltd, E.P.:
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Cley-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk, United Kingdom
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About This Item
London: E.P. Barrus, 1939 First edition . Almost certainly 1939 from contents. Hardcover book .. Blue textured cloth, gilt titles . to spine and front. 596pp, large quarto format . With b&w photos and line drawings of tools throughout, grouped by manufacturer- Barrus was the representative for these British and American firms. A substantial trade catalogue. This copy belonged to Henry Collard of Collards Ironmongers, Grantham : label inside front cover; also an interesting letter from Barrus to Collards, 1945, with a revised price-list (xeroxed typescript) are enclosed in the pocekt on the back cover. Very Good. A few light marks to coves and page edges. Pictures available.
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- Bookseller
- David Ford Books (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 28157
- Title
- E.P. Barrus, Ltd.Tool and Hardware Catalogue 39T.
- Author
- Barrus Ltd, E.P.:
- Book Condition
- Used
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- London: E.P. Barrus, 1939
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About the Seller
David Ford Books
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Cley-Next-The-Sea, Norfolk
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David Ford Books is a member of the P.B.F.A. and sells a wide range of quality out of print and antiquarian books through their book sales and at bookfair throughout the UK. The condition of our books is of the utmost importance to us, with few falling below the VG and many in Fine condition. All dust wrappers are protected. Should you wish to discuss a book, or your requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or (as I prefer to talk to customers personally) by telephone.
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