L.A. Guns – Cocked & Loaded 1989 US First Press In Shrink with Hype Sticker Vertigo – 422 838 592-1

L.A. Guns – Cocked & Loaded 1989 US First Press In Shrink with Hype Sticker
Vertigo – 422 838 592-1

Visually Graded:
Cover: VG++ NM
Inner Sleeve: VG++ NM
Record: VG++ NM
Vertigo – 422 838 592-1

L.A. Guns – Cocked & Loaded (1989) | OG US First Press | Vertigo – 422 838 592-1 | In Shrink w/ Hype Sticker | RARE

Collector Summary

Original 1989 US first pressing of Cocked & Loaded, the hard-rock breakthrough album from L.A. Guns. Issued on Vertigo – 422 838 592-1, this copy remains in its original shrinkwrap with the OG hype sticker, making it a premium collectible for glam-metal and late-80s rock enthusiasts. First presses of this album have become increasingly scarce—especially preserved examples with hype stickers intact.

Key Features

• 1989 Original US First Press

• Vertigo – 422 838 592-1

• In original shrink with hype sticker

• Classic glam-metal LP with growing collector demand

• Features the band’s signature 80s hard-rock sound

• Original mastering & authentic late-80s jacket printing

• Scarce in this preserved condition

Description

Released in 1989, Cocked & Loaded marked a major commercial moment for L.A. Guns, driven by the success of tracks that helped define the late-80s Los Angeles rock scene. This OG US first press on Vertigo represents the earliest and most sought-after edition of the album.

Copies from this era were typically handled heavily and often lost their shrinkwrap and hype stickers. Having a preserved example still in shrink with the original hype sticker significantly elevates its desirability among collectors, especially as 80s hard-rock vinyl continues to surge in value.

The original Vertigo catalog number 422 838 592-1, era-correct labels, and late-80s U.S. pressing characteristics confirm this as the true first issue—not a repress or club edition.

Pressing Identifiers (Authentic 1989 OG US Press – 422 838 592-1)

• Catalog #: 422 838 592-1 (spine & labels)

• Original hype sticker on shrinkwrap

• 1989 Vertigo branding and label fonts

• No “reissue,” “remastered,” or modern UPC reprints

• Late-80s U.S. jacket stock and printing style

• Correct period-specific Vertigo logo placement

• Original 1989 copyright block

• Shrinkwrap intact — rare for glam-metal LPs from the era

These details verify a genuine 1989 first pressing.

Great For

• Glam/hard-rock collectors

• Late-80s/early-90s rock archivists

• Vertigo Records enthusiasts

• Fans building a premium 80s metal & glam vinyl section

• Collectors seeking hype-sticker originals

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We conservatively grade our records.

Record grading:

• Mint (M): Absolutely perfect in every way, likely never played, and still sealed.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. The record shows no obvious signs of wear and looks as if it was just opened. No visible marks or scratches.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of use, such as light scuffs or very minor scratches, but plays without any major deterioration in sound quality.

• Very Good (VG): Noticeable wear with some surface noise, light scratches, or groove wear, but still plays through without skipping.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The record plays but with significant surface noise, scratches, and wear. The cover may have visible damage or splits.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The record may be damaged and is barely playable. Typically used only for highly collectible records.

Cover grading: 

• Mint (M): The cover is flawless, with no signs of wear. Often still sealed with no corner dings, creases, or ring wear.

• Near Mint (NM or M-): The cover looks almost new, with only the slightest signs of handling. There may be very minimal wear, but no significant flaws like writing, splits, or tears.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): The cover shows light wear, such as minor scuffing, small corner creases, or slight ring wear. No major damage, but a well-cared-for album with minor imperfections.

• Very Good (VG): Moderate wear is visible, including ring wear, light edge or corner damage, small seam splits, or slight discoloration. Still presentable but clearly used.

• Good/Good Plus (G/G+): The cover shows significant wear, such as noticeable ring wear, seam splits, heavy creasing, or writing. It may still hold together but looks heavily worn.

• Fair/Poor (F/P): The cover is heavily damaged, with major seam splits, tears, extensive writing, water damage, or severe ring wear. It may barely hold together or be incomplete.