Ozzy Osbourne The Ultimate Sin 1986 US 1st Press CBS OZ 40026 NM/NM Jake E Lee

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OZZY OSBOURNE - THE ULTIMATE SIN 1986 US FIRST PRESSING - CBS ASSOCIATED RECORDS CATALOG: OZ 40026 / AL 40026 NEAR MINT/NEAR MINT CONDITION
🔥 RARE & OUT OF PRINT SINCE 2002 🔥
This is the original 1986 US first pressing of Ozzy Osbourne's controversial fourth solo album, officially deleted from his catalog in 2002 and never reissued. Features legendary guitarist Jake E. Lee's final album with Ozzy, including the hit single "Shot in the Dark" - famously excluded from all of Ozzy's greatest hits compilations due to legal disputes.
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📀 ALBUM DETAILS:
- Original 1986 US First Pressing - CBS Associated Records - Blue Label - Catalog: OZ 40026 / AL 40026   - Matrix: PL 40026-1A (Side 1) / PL 40026-1B (Side 2) - Complete with original photo/lyrics inner sleeve - Out of print since 2002 - officially deleted from Ozzy's catalog - Features Jake E. Lee on guitar, Phil Soussan on bass, Randy Castillo on drums - Produced and Engineered by Ron Nevison
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💿 CONDITION - GRADED CONSERVATIVELY:
COVER: Near Mint (NM) - Front and back cover in excellent overall condition - Vibrant colors, no creases or major wear - Minor storage wear visible at center top (front and back) - typical for 40-year-old vinyl - Corners are square and intact with minor wear - some color worn down to paper stock at tips (see photos) - Seams intact with no splits - No writing, stickers, or ring wear
INNER SLEEVE: Near Mint (NM)   - Original glossy photo/lyrics sleeve included - Band photos on one side, complete lyrics on reverse - Excellent structural condition - Minor smudge marks on glossy black background - typical for this type of sleeve finish - No tears or splits
VINYL: Near Mint (NM) - Exceptional condition for a 40-year-old record - No visible scratches, scuffs, or marks - Clean, glossy surface throughout - Play-tested: plays perfectly with no noise, pops, or skips - Labels clean and intact
OVERALL GRADE: NM/NM
All condition issues honestly disclosed. Please review all photos carefully - they show the actual item you will receive.
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🎸 TRACK LISTING:
SIDE 1: 1. The Ultimate Sin 2. Secret Loser   3. Never Know Why 4. Thank God for the Bomb 5. Never
SIDE 2: 1. Lightning Strikes 2. Killer of Giants 3. Fool Like You 4. Shot in the Dark
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📦 SHIPPING & HANDLING:
- Professional packaging in rigid 12" LP mailer with cardboard stiffeners - Vinyl removed from jacket and placed in protective sleeve outside jacket to prevent seam splits during transit - Shipped via USPS Media Mail with tracking and insurance included - Insurance protects both buyer and seller - Ships within 2 business days of cleared payment - Domestic shipping only (United States) - Buyer pays Calculated shipping cost based on buyer's location
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🔍 WHY THIS PRESSING IS VALUABLE:
1. FIRST PRESSING - Original 1986 US release on CBS Associated Records 2. OUT OF PRINT - Album deleted from Ozzy's catalog in 2002, never reissued 3. COMPLETE PACKAGE - Includes original photo/lyrics inner sleeve 4. CONTROVERSIAL HISTORY - "Shot in the Dark" excluded from all greatest hits due to authorship disputes 5. JAKE E. LEE  ERA - Final album with legendary guitarist before Zakk Wylde era 6. RISING VALUES - Recent reports indicate used vinyl selling for $60-100+ (Ultimate Classic Rock, Feb 2026) 7. EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION - Near Mint throughout, plays perfectly
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💰 INVESTMENT PIECE:
This album has been officially deleted for over 20 years and will never be pressed again. As one of Ozzy's most controversial releases with excellent guitar work from Jake E. Lee, demand continues to increase among collectors and metal fans. Original pressings in this condition are becoming increasingly scarce.
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📸 PHOTOS:
All photos show the actual item you will receive. I encourage you to zoom in and review carefully. Corner wear is visible in the photos. Please examine before purchasing and ask any questions.
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✅ ESTABLISHED SELLER:
- 25+ years selling experience on eBay - 100% positive feedback rating - Accurate, conservative grading - Professional packaging and fast shipping - Responsive to questions - ask anything before buying!
Please review all photos and description carefully before purchasing. Item is accurately represented as described. 
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Perfect for: ✓ Ozzy Osbourne collectors ✓ Jake E. Lee fans   ✓ 1980s metal collectors ✓ Vinyl enthusiasts seeking deleted pressings ✓ Hard rock/heavy metal collections
Don't miss this opportunity to own an exceptional copy of this out-of-print classic!
Questions welcome - serious buyers only please.
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