THE DAMNED Machine Gun Etiquette Vinyl Record LP Chiswick 1979 Original UK 1st Press A1/B1 Matrix

The Damned - Machine Gun Etiquette
(Original UK 1st Pressing in Picture Sleeve, complete with inner sleeve. A-1/B-1 Matrix)


Format: Vinyl Record - LP Album (33 rpm)
Country: UK
Year: 1979
Label: Chiswick
Catalogue No. CWK 3011

Matrix / Runout (Side A, runout, stamped): CWK 3011 A-1 2 GL
Matrix / Runout (Side B, runout, stamped): CWK 3011 B-1 1 RM

Condition: EX/EX (Sleeve, inner sleeve and vinyl are all in excellent clean condition. There is a small clear tape repair on the bottom of the inner sleeve)

Own a definitive piece of British punk history with this original 1979 UK 1st pressing of The Damned’s seminal third studio album, Machine Gun Etiquette. Released on the iconic Chiswick Records (Catalogue No. CWK 3011), this LP marked a pivotal moment for the band, blending their high-octane punk roots with melodic psychedelic flourishes and gothic undertones.
 

This specific copy is a true "investment-grade" find for vinyl collectors and audiophiles alike. It features the highly sought-after A-1/B-1 matrix endings (Side A: CWK 3011 A-1 2 GL / Side B: CWK 3011 B-1 1 RM), confirming it as one of the very first batches to leave the pressing plant. Unlike later reissues, this original UK cut captures the raw, punchy energy of hits like "Love Song," "Smash It Up," and the title track, "Machine Gun Etiquette," with unparalleled sonic clarity.
 

The record comes complete with its original picture sleeve and the rare inner sleeve, both maintained in Excellent (EX) condition. While there is a discreet clear tape repair on the bottom of the inner sleeve, the vinyl itself remains in beautiful, clean condition, offering a premium playback experience. Whether you are a completist of The Damned discography or a curator of first-wave UK punk classics, this Chiswick original is an essential addition to any serious music archive. Secure this landmark 1979 pressing and experience the chaotic brilliance of Captain Sensible, Dave Vanian, and Rat Scabies as it was originally intended.