February 2017 Auction Ends Thursday, February 23rd, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/23/2017
''Playboy'' magazine proof copy, otherwise known as the ''brown book'', of the October 2007 issue. Cover is signed in large black ink by Hugh Hefner. Brown books are hand-made by Playboy's art department and only 2 are made per issue: one for Hefner and one for the lead art director. This version was Hefner's copy. Book is made of butcher paper, bound with string and contains taped printouts, a number of which were replaced for the final printing. Includes handwritten note from Hefner on his personal stationery that reads, ''Bob- Full page cartoons in place. -Hef'' and another initialed page by Hefner approving copy regarding his travels with the ''Girls Next Door''. Also included is a schedule, page breakdown and to-scale centerfold layout. Numerous pages are blank, often representing ads. Measures 15'' x 11'' x 3'' and weighs 6 lbs. 13 oz. Wear from use, as Hef is known to carry it around weeks before release, but in overall very good condition.
Hugh Hefner Signed ''Playboy'' Proof Copy -- October 2007 Issue Featuring Girls of the SEC
Click above for larger image.