1. Rare, scarce, out-of-print books, ephemera, pamphlets, and selected periodicals in over 90 subject areas.
2. We are a full service Art and Restoration "As You Like IT" BINDERY, check our website for services. The improvements and repairs from our in-house binder are noted in every book description. We routinely debug, clean and condition each title and cover all dust jackets in archival clear plastic. All materials used, including leather and adhesives are acid free.
3. We offer a large selection of covered and hand-bound blank books in our BINDERY category. We also accept commissions for wedding guest and event books.
4. Our newest category of reversible ornaments are made from original salvage book illustrations and available in our BINDERY Category and select retail stores and shows.
4. We have a massive assortment unique blank note cards created from recycled book illustrations with some sets available under our BLANK NOTE CARD Category but singles are sold only through our retail store locations and shows (check websites below). All book purchases receive one of our blank note cards with your order.
5. Husband and wife team appraisal of rare books, maps and prints for Probate, Donations and Insurance for individuals and institutions. We also advise families how to deal with (or dispose of) an 'inherited' collection.
We ship promptly via many carriers in professional packaging and update our databases nightly. Mail order and internet sales only but check our websites for yearly shows and current retail stores: oldworkingbooks.com and designsKTB.com). In office for questions 9am-5pm EST Mon-Sat, (508) 867-3434 (calls returned only on complete messages left including book title). Doing business since 1994, SNEAB (formerly MARIAB) Member.
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Seller's business information
OLD WORKING BOOKS & Bindery (Est. 1994)
MA, U.S.A.
Sale & Shipping Terms
Terms of Sale
We offer invoice to institutions and discounts to the trade by arrangement. In office for questions on stock, bindery or appraisal services 5am-5pm EST, Mon-Sat @ (508) 867-3434 (calls returned on complete messages including purpose of inquiry). Notify us of intent to return within 3 days of receipt in original packaging and matching post.
Shipping Terms
Orders usually ship same day if received by 12pm EST Mon-Fri; Sat by 9am EST. Please note that in spite of default rates listed WE COST SHIP BASED ON WEIGHT and have listed the maximum cost per book so we do not have to contact you for additional shipping. We make every effort to employ the fastest and cheapest shipping method for your item and will refund shipping costs if called for. Your order is carefully and professionally packaged in new materials appropriate to item shipped. Blank note card with every order. In office for questions 5am-5pm EST; Mon-Sat @ (508) 867-3434 (calls returned on complete messages).
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Order quantity |
4 to 14 business days |
2 to 6 business days |
| First item |
US$ 10.00 |
US$ 16.00 |
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.