The Shiva Ki Mystique It's More Than a Knife-THE MAN-THE LEGEND New Edition Limited Numbered Collector's Hard Cover-High Gloss UV Covers

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NOTE:Photo # 5 denotes the huge diffrence in the spine's thickness in the New Edition (1-3/8") versus 5/8" for the"first" book ! Photos # 6 shows the advertising postcard that comes with each book. This is book # 12/12 which was signed to a local lady whom unfortunately never paid for it. I just got the book back today-It is discounted at $495 in place of $595. I'll still sign it to any buyer if desidred.

 Just released in September 2024 is this "New Edition" of only twelve copies printed globally book on Shiva Ki. It is a tribute to a legendary bladesmith; documenting his illustrious career. Jam-packed with never-before-seen photographs and inside information on the life and times of Shiva Ki, this book is a must not only for fans of Shiva Ki, but all knife fans. This work offers another innovation; this can be seen in the new book's size and appearance (9-1/2"" x 12-3/8"") format. Avid collectors can purchase a copy by messaging from this listing. Shipping via USPS with signature required is included in the shown price within the United States only. An item of cultural and historical significance. Sold as a work-of-art high gloss hard covers coffee table book.  .
NOTE: When ordering, please advise if you wish to have your copy personalized and signed, otherwise book will bear no signature or autograph. Since it comes in its original shrink wrap from the printer, the book's serial number will still need to be written by hand in two places.
Some facts about the New Edition: 260 pages versus 205 for the "first" work
484 photos versus 308
174 new photographs of knives
9" X 12" full size inside pages versus 8-7/8" X 11-1/8"
9.50" X 12.40" Hardbound case book laminated high gloss UV covers versus 9-1/4" X 11-3/8"
Back cover denotes a completely new photograph
Hard cover laminated high-gloss UV pages
Only 12 copies will be printed-Books serial number will be written by hand with two signatures ( Main title's page and the following page to protect authenticity as no numbers can be altered). Please confirm if you would like to reserve a copy. You can have the same book's number as the one you received,(for those who bought the book from this site). Book weighs 4.8 Lbs.
 
 


Price: $495.00