The first edition, first impression, second state (without the golden Gun on the front board, according bibliography Jon Gilbert A13a (1.2)). With patterned green endpapers. Dustwrapper designed by Richard Chopping. Book is near fine and in very bright condition with a dedication to a former owner on the half-title leaf ("Happy Returns, Bert. George 27.3.65") and miniscule spotting at the top edge. A clean and well bound copy. Dustwrapper is near fine with lightest signs of wear and handling, is not price clipped and protected by an archival booksleeve. This classic well preserved James Bond book is certainly Collector's Choice.