The Walker Brothers Portrait LP 1966 UK 1st Press Mono BL 7732 Textured Label CO For Sale

THE WALKER BROTHERS – PORTRAIT (1966)Original UK First Mono Pressing – Complete with Rare Photo InsertULTRASONICALLY CLEANED FOR OPTIMAL AUDIO PERFORMANCEUp for sale is a beautifully complete, highly collectible first UK mono pressing of the classic 1966 album Portrait by The Walker Brothers. This copy features the early textured label variant and includes the elusive original photo insert in fantastic condition.PRO-CLEANED ADVANTAGE:This record has been professionally cleaned using a specialized Ultrasonic Cleaning Machine and placed into a fresh inner sleeve. Ultrasonic cleaning penetrates deep into the record grooves to lift away decades of micro-dust, static, and manufacturing residue that standard brushes miss. It is completely ready to play with the quietest, highest-fidelity sound possible from this 1966 pressing!ITEM DETAILS:Artist: The Walker BrothersAlbum Title: PortraitRelease Year: 1966Country of Manufacture: United KingdomRecord Label: PhilipsCatalog Number: BL 7732 (Mono)Label Variant: Original black textured label with silver printCONDITION GRADING (Strict Visual Grading):Vinyl Disc: VG+ (Very Good Plus)The vinyl retains a beautiful, high-gloss shine, further enhanced by its recent ultrasonic bath. There are a few light, superficial surface scuffs/hairlines visible under direct light (most notably a faint mark near the outer edge of Side 2), but nothing deep or feelable. The textured center labels are incredibly clean with crisp text and minimal spindle wear.Sleeve / Jacket: VG / VG+ (Very Good)Original front-laminated flipback sleeve. The laminated front face retains a vibrant shine with minor surface scuffs, light laminate crinkling near the spine, and typical faint aging/shelf wear on the unlaminated reverse. No major splits, tears, or heavy writing.Photo Insert: EX / NM (Excellent to Near Mint)An absolute standout piece of this set. The original black-and-white promotional photo insert is remarkably crisp. The corners are sharp, edges are clean, and the white borders show almost no yellowing or age-spotting. Note: The signatures printed on this insert are factory-made facsimile signatures as originally issued, not live ink autographs.