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Vintage Boy Scouts of America Collection
42+ Books • March 1915 Boys’ Life • Approx. 50 Merit Badge/Skill Pamphlets
Offered is the remaining library from the personal collection of a Distinguished Eagle Scout Award (DESA) recipient and lifelong Scouting leader. The uniforms, patches, insignia, pins, and other memorabilia from this collection have already been sold. This listing includes the remaining reference library and publications assembled over many decades of involvement in Scouting.
Included are approximately:
* 42+ Boy Scouts of America books
* March 1915 Boys’ Life magazine
* Approx. 50 merit badge/skill pamphlets and manuals
* Early Scout handbooks
* Scoutmaster manuals
* Patrol Leader handbooks
* Committee and leadership guides
* Cub Scout and Explorer publications
* Miscellaneous Scouting references
* A small number of Girl Scout and related outdoor titles
Many publications date from the early to mid-1900s, with others from later decades. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Scout collector, Scouting historian, museum, camp, or reseller looking to acquire a library from a single long-term collection.
Condition
Books range from fair to very good vintage condition. Some have wear consistent with age and use, including writing, page toning, edge wear, or loose bindings. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.
You will receive every book, pamphlet, and magazine shown in the photographs. This collection is being sold as one complete lot. Lot is sold as is but can provide additional photos or information before close of sale. No free returns due to weight. Items will likely be shipped in multiple boxes but you only pay the shipping on one. Happy offerding!
