Limited 1984 Premier Press leather-bound edition of Wildfowling in the Mississippi Flyway, #1471 of 3000 — a classic on waterfowl hunting and conservation.
Details
• Measurements: 10 x 8 x 2 inches
• Material / Finish: Deep navy bonded leather with gilt-stamped titles and duck motif, gilt page edges, and satin ribbon marker
• Weight (before shipping): Approx. 3.2 lbs
• Maker / Markings: The Premier Press, Camden, South Carolina; numbered copy 1471 of 3000
• Era or Estimated Age: 1984 Pages: 387
• Genre: Classic American Sporting Literature — hunting, wildlife, and nature essays on North American waterfowling traditions
• Style / Design Notes: Archival-quality binding, marbled endpapers, illustrated with black-and-white photographs and line art
• Suggested Uses: Collector’s edition for sportsmen, lodge library centerpiece, or gift for hunting enthusiasts
• Origin: Printed and bound in the USA
Condition Grade: Near Fine
Notes: Clean, tight binding; crisp gilt edges; minimal shelf wear to cover corners. Appears unread.
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Condition Grade Key:
Near Fine: minimal wear; Very Good: light use; Good: moderate signs of use; Fair: heavy wear or marks.
Collector’s Note
This limited edition of Wildfowling in the Mississippi Flyway gathers essays from legendary sportsmen and conservationists under the editorship of Eugene V. Connett, founder of The Derrydale Press. Published by The Premier Press in 1984, it reflects the enduring legacy of American waterfowl hunting through regional histories, photographs, and expert commentary. A must-have volume for collectors of sporting classics.
Provenance & Notes
Acquired from a private estate collection of sporting and nature titles, carefully preserved in a smoke-free environment.
About the Maker
The Premier Press specialized in fine, limited leather-bound reprints of American classics during the 1980s. Each title was numbered, designed for longevity, and limited to 3,000 copies.
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