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Available now is a vintage lot of four (4) historical Boy Scouts of America (BSA) handbooks and manuals dating from the 1960s and 1970s. This is an excellent starter collection or expansion lot for Scouting memorabilia collectors, history buffs, or outdoor enthusiasts.
This lot includes the following titles:
1. Scout Handbook (8th Edition, First Cover Variant - 1972)
- Features the distinctive yellow cover with a top-corner illustration of Scouts looking through a telescope at the moon.
2. Boy Scout Handbook (6th Edition - 1960s)
- Features the iconic Norman Rockwell cover painting illustration of two Scouts hiking with gear against a green forest backdrop.
3. Scoutmaster's Handbook (5th Edition - 1960s)
- Features a classic Norman Rockwell illustration on the cover depicting a Scoutmaster and a Scout by a campfire outside their tents.
4. Fieldbook for Boys and Men (Second Edition - ~1967)
- Features a full-bleed green cover with an illustration of a Scout hiking through a beautiful mountain pass landscape.
CONDITION:
These books are in pre-owned, vintage condition. They show typical signs of age, use, and long-term shelf storage, including moderate edge/corner wear, creasing on the covers, and light spine wear. Pages show uniform vintage tanning/toning but remain fully legible, intact, and well-bound. Please inspect the provided photos carefully to judge the precise cosmetic condition of each manual prior to offerding or purchasing.
The books will be carefully packed and shipped securely to ensure they arrive safely. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like additional information!
