1983 (She's) Sexy and 17


UK. Promo release
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAT 67 inch vinylSCADJ 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H
PRS LtdYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
none none Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B.

Promo release for DJ's.
Small centre hole and silver injected label. The b-side label is clear and contains no information at all.
Released without a picture sleeve.

Discogs release number: 6532289


UK. Regular version. Cardboard sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAT 67 inch vinylSCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H
SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H
PRS LtdYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

UK regular pressing. Silver injection moulded with small centre hole.
There are 2 versions. One version with a cardboard sleeve and a version with a paper sleeve. The scans here are from the cardboard version.
The matrix numbers are stamped and very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is SCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H.
The b-side matrix is SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H .
The 420 H in the matrix means that it was mastered by Townhouse Studios (aka The Townhouse).

Discogs release number: 1827647


UK. Regular version. Paper sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAT 67 inch vinylSCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H
SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H
PRS LtdYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

UK regular pressing. Silver injection moulded with small centre hole.
There are 2 versions. One version with a cardboard sleeve and a version with a paper sleeve.The scans here are from the paper sleeve version.
The matrix numbers are stamped and very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is SCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H.
The b-side matrix is SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H .
The 420 H in the matrix means that it was mastered by Townhouse Studios (aka The Townhouse).

Discogs release number: 1827647


UK. Regular version, cardboard sleeve. Win a jukebox competion
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAT 67 inch vinylSCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H
SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H
PRS LtdYes

Front coverBack coverEntry-formSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

UK pressing with a sticker on the front sleeve and an entry-form for the jukebox competition. You had to fill in the entry-form and attach the sticker to be elligible for the contest.
The disc is the regular silver injection moulded version. The sleeve is the cardboard version. At least my version is, not sure if there is a paper sleeve version.

The matrix numbers are stamped and very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is SCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H.
The b-side matrix is SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H .
The 420 H in the matrix means that it was mastered by Townhouse Studios (aka The Townhouse).

Discogs release number: This version is not on Discogs.


UK. 7 inch vinyl shaped picture disc
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAPD 67 inch vinyl picture disc SCAPD 6-A
SCAPD 6-B
Yes

Side ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

UK shaped picture disc in plain plastic sleeve.

There are two versions of this picture disc with a different matrix.

Version 1
The a-side matrix is SCAPD 6 A1
The b-side matrix is SCAPD 6 B1 ORLAKE

Version 2
The a-side matrix is SCAPD 6 A1 POUNDA TA1PE.
The b-side matrix is SCAPD 6 B1 *ORLAKE*



Discogs release number: 2113606


Argentina. Promo version
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista93577 inch vinyl9357-A
9357-B
Microfon Argentina S.A.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Promo version from Argentina.
As far as I know there is no regular (i.e. non-promo) version. On a-side and b-side label there is stamped in silver Difusion venta prohibida.

It has Spanish song titles on the labels, with the English song title below in smaller print. It was released in the Microfon generic sleeve as scanned.

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is 9357-A.
The b-side matrix is 9357-B.


Discogs release number: 4655240


Australia. No picture sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaK-91587 inch vinylSMX-60933 W2A 3.12
SMX-60934 3.34 W2A
Festival Records Pty. Ltd.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Australian release with generic Festival sleeve.
This is the more common Australian version, there also is the limited version with picture sleeve (see below). Catalogue number is K-9158 but there is also the SCAT 6 number on the labels.

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is SMX-60933 W2A 3.12
The b-side matrix is SMX-60934 3.34 W2A
It has a small centre hole.

Discogs release number: 16567446


Australia. Picture sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaK-91587 inch vinylSMX-60933 W2A 3.12
SMX-60934 3.34 W2A
Festival Records Pty. Ltd.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Australian release with picture sleeve.
This was available in limited supplies, hence the LIMITED EDITION reference on the back of the picture sleeve in the upper right corner.

Catalogue number is K-9158 but there is also the SCAT 6 number on the labels.

The disc itself is exactly the same as the release with the generic Festival sleeve (see above).

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is SMX-60933 W2A 3.12
The b-side matrix is SMX-60934 3.34 W2A
It has a small centre hole.
Sleeve opening on top-side.

Discogs release number: 7146477


Canada. Test pressing
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Capitol Records CanadaB-81687 inch vinyl◎ B-8168-A
◎ B-8169-A B-8168-A
Capitol Records-EMI Of Canada Limited Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
none none Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. (She's) Sexy and 17

Canadian test pressing, released without a picture sleeve.
The labels are the same on both sides.
Big centre hole.
The matrix numbers are etched and very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is ◎ B-8168-A.
The b-side matrix is ◎ B-8169-A B-8168-A. The B-8168-A is crossed out, so I guess they made an error and crossed it out.

The is an ID for the pressing plant. This id's the pressing plant as Capitol Records Canada.

Discogs release number: 5426257


Canada. No picture sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Capitol Records CanadaB-81687 inch vinyl◎ B-8168-A1
◎ B-8168-B1 1610
Capitol Records-EMI Of Canada Limited Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Canadian version, released without a picture sleeve. Released in the generic EMI sleeve. The majority were released like this. The version with picture sleeve (see below) is less common and were much more limited quantities. The disc itself is exactly the same.
Big centre hole.
The matrix numbers are etched
The a-side matrix is ◎ B-8168-A1
The b-side matrix is ◎ B-8168-B1 1610

The is an ID for the pressing plant. This id's the pressing plant as Capitol Records Canada.

Discogs release number: 2874884


Canada. With picture sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Capitol Records CanadaB-81687 inch vinyl◎ B-8168-A1
◎ B-8168-B1 1610
Capitol Records-EMI Of Canada Limited Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Canadian version, released with picture sleeve. This version is harder to find because they were released in lower quantities. The majority were released in the generic EMI sleeve (see above). The disc itself is exactly the same.

Big centre hole.
The matrix numbers are etched
The a-side matrix is ◎ B-8168-A1
The b-side matrix is ◎ B-8168-B1 1610

The is an ID for the pressing plant. This id's the pressing plant as Capitol Records Canada.

Discogs release number: 2874884


Canada. Gatefold version 1
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Capitol Records Canada BB-81692X 7 inch vinylB-8169-A B-8168-A ²
B-8169-B ◎ B-8168-A ²
BB 8169 C ¹ /610. ◎
BB 8169 D² /GLO. ◎
Capitol Records-EMI Of Canada Limited Yes

Front coverBack coverMiddleDisc 1ADisc 1B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Disc2ADisc2BMatrix 1AMatrix 1BMatrix 2AMatrix 2B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


Side A. (She's) Sexy and 17
Side B. Lookin' Better Every Beer
Side C. Cruisin'
Side D. Lucky Charm

Canadian version, gatefold sleeve with 2 discs.
Big centre hole.
The matrix numbers are etched
The a-side matrix is B-8169-A B-8168-A ²
The b-side matrix is B-8169-B ◎ B-8168-A ²
The c-side matrix is BB 8169 C ¹ /610. ◎
The d-side matrix is BB 8169 D² /GLO. ◎

The is an ID for the pressing plant. This id's the pressing plant as Capitol Records Canada.

Discogs release number: 7685176


Europe. Right side opening
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista105 5807 inch vinyl DS 105580 A-1/83S I II
DS 105580 A-1/83S I
SonopressYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

German pressing for European market, according to the listed rights society (GEMA and STEMRA) German and Dutch market. The price code on the back AE 140 suggests that it was sold in France as well.
It has a silver injected label with a big centre hole.

The matrix numbers are partly etched and partly stamped and are very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is an etched DS followed by a stamped 105580 A-1/83S I and followed by an etched II (roman 2). Not all versions have the roman 2.
The b-side matrix is an etched DS followed by a stamped 105580 A-1/83S I.

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the right side.

Discogs release number: 3326699.


Europe. Top side opening
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista105 580-1007 inch vinyl DS 105580 A-1/83S I
DS 105580 B-1/83S I
SonopressYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

German pressing for European market, according to the listed rights society (GEMA and STEMRA) German and Dutch market.
Slightly different than the version with the right side opening.
First of all the opening of the sleeve is different.
This version also has the catalog number printed on the front sleeve in the upper right corner.
On the back side the catalog number and the price code are missing and are replaced by the Arista logo in the upper right corner.

It has a silver injected label with a big centre hole.

The matrix numbers are partly etched and partly stamped and are very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is an etched DS followed by a stamped 105580 A-1/83S I.
The b-side matrix is an etched DS followed by a stamped 105580 B-1/83S I.

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the top side.

Discogs release number: 1273329.


Ireland.
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSCAT 67 inch vinylSCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H
SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H
PRS LtdYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
none none Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Irish pressing, released without a picture sleeve.
Small centre hole.
The matrix numbers are stamped and very clear to read.
The a-side matrix is SCAT 6 A / ▽ 1 420 H.
The b-side matrix is SCAT 6 B / ▽ 1 420 H .
The 420 H in the matrix means that it was mastered by Townhouse Studios (aka The Townhouse).

Discogs release number: 8017773


Japan. Promo 7 inch
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista7RS-807 inch vinyl7RS-80 SA-1.1 1 + G
7RS-80 SB-2 2 1 1
Nippon Phonogram Co., Ltd.Yes

Front coverBack coverSleeveSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Japanese promo release, easily recognized by the white labels and the white dust sleeve.

The insert has on the back the lyrics to (She's) Sexy and 17, but the lyrics are, as usual, not correct at all.
e.g. If Sarsky asks for me instead of It starts too early for me
and Are gonna tune in a number of kids instead of Are gonna do a little number on the teacher

It has white labels with a big centre hole.

The matrix numbers are stamped:
The a-side matrix is 7RS-80 SA-1.1 1 + G The plus sign (+) is only in 4 dots.
The b-side matrix is 7RS-80 SB-2 2 1 1

Discogs release number: 15478574.


Japan. Regular 7 inch
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista7RS-807 inch vinyl7RS-80 SA-1.1 1 + G
7RS-80 SB-2 2 1 1
Nippon Phonogram Co., Ltd.Yes

Front coverBack coverSleeveSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Japanese regular release, issued in blue and white dust sleeve..

The insert has on the back the lyrics to (She's) Sexy and 17, but the lyrics are, as usual, not correct at all.
e.g. If Sarsky asks for me instead of It starts too early for me
and Are gonna tune in a number of kids instead of Are gonna do a little number on the teacher

It has the regular Arista labels with a big centre hole.

The matrix numbers are stamped:
The a-side matrix is G     V [logo] Ⓑ   7RS-80 SA-1.1 1 + G The plus sign (+) is only in 4 dots.
The b-side matrix is 7RS-80 SB-2 2 1 1
The 1 1 1 means that the lacquer cut was done by Victor Company Of Japan, Ltd.

Discogs release number: 3681901.


Mexico. Promo version
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaSP-687 inch vinyl17 / VII / 83 Rico SP-68-A MP 1
17 / VII / 83 SP-68-B MP 1
Bertelsmann De Mexico, S.A.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Mexican release. Released without a picture sleeve, it was released in this oversized plastic sleeve.
It has Spanish titles on both sides of the label
It has the brown Arista label with a big centre hole.
On both sides of the label it states: disco promocional, prohibida su venta, which translates to: Promotional disc, prohibited to sell.
The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is 17 / VII / 83 Rico SP-68-A MP 1
The b-side matrix is 17 / VII / 83 SP-68-B MP 1

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the top side.

Discogs release number: 8016282.


New Zealand. Test pressing
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista K 91587 inch vinylSMX-60933 K9158A W2A 3.12
SMX-60934 3.34 W2A K9158B
EMI New ZealandYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

New Zealand release. This test pressing is exactly the same as the regular version (see below) except for a stamp on the a-side label indicating it is a test pressing.
The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is SMX-60933 K9158A W2A 3.12
The b-side matrix is SMX-60934 3.34 W2A K9158B

It has a small centre hole.


Discogs release number: Not on Discogs.


New Zealand. Regular version
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista K 91587 inch vinylSMX-60933 K9158A W2A 3.12
SMX-60934 3.34 W2A K9158B
EMI New ZealandYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

New Zealand release. Released without a picture sleeve, it was released in the generic EMI New Zealand sleeve as scanned.
The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is SMX-60933 K9158A W2A 3.12
The b-side matrix is SMX-60934 3.34 W2A K9158B

It has a small centre hole.


Discogs release number: 8017734.


Portugal
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
Arista1055807 inch vinylDAC 105580 A
DAC 105580 B
DacapoYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Release from Portugal.

The matrix numbers are etched and very shallow.
The a-side matrix is DAC 105580 A
The b-side matrix is DAC 105580 B

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the top side.

Discogs release number: 4655207


Scandinavia
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaARI 83347 inch vinyl16-8334-IA-I
16-8334-IB-I
CBS Records HollandYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Scandinavian release, but made in Holland.

The matrix numbers are stamped.
The a-side matrix is 16-8334-IA-I A NL
The b-side matrix is 16-8334-IB-I A NL

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the right side.

Discogs release number: 5767262


South Africa
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaAAJ 11587 inch vinyl16-8334-IA-I
16-8334-IB-I
CBS Records HollandYes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
- None - - None - Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

South African release. Catalogue number is AAJ 1158, but the SCAT 6 reference is in parenthesis below that on both sides of the label.
Released without a picture sleeve.

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is AAJ-1158A.
The b-side matrix is AAJ-1158B-1

It has a small centre hole.

Discogs release number: 5767262


Spain. Promo version with price on front sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaB-105.6017 inch vinylB-105.601 - A - 2N
B-105.601 - B - 2N
Iberofon, S.A.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Spanish promo release. The sleeve is same as the release with the recommended retail price of 150 Pesetas printed on the front sleeve.
The labels are the white ones indicative of the promo version.
The record itself is the same as the regular version, see below.
The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is B-105.601 - A - 2N
The b-side matrix is B-105.601 - B - 2N

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the right side.

Discogs release number: 4409349


Spain. Regular version with price on front sleeve
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaB-105.6017 inch vinylB-105.601 - A - 2N
B-105.601 - B - 2N
Iberofon, S.A.Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

Spanish release. This release had the recommended retail price of 150 Pesetas printed on the front sleeve.
It has the brown Arista label. The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is B-105.601 - A - 2N
The b-side matrix is B-105.601 - B - 2N

It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening is on the right side.

Discogs release number: This sleeve variant is not on Discogs


USA. Test pressing
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaB-105.6017 inch vinylB-8168-S-45-501167-A-P-3 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
B-8168-S-45-501167-A-P-4 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
Capitol Records Pressing Plant
in Jacksonville
Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
- None- - None - Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. (She's) Sexy and 17

American test pressing on generic white Capitol label.
Pressed by the Capitol Records Pressing Plant in Jacksonville.
My version has stickers and time info written on the record, so I guess this was sent out to a radio station.

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is B-8168-S-45-501167-A-P-3 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
The b-side matrix is B-8168-S-45-501167-A-P-4 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
The etched O represents the Jacksonville plant.
It has a big centre hole.


Discogs release number: 6866508


USA. Regular version. Jacksonville pressing
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
AristaB-105.6017 inch vinylB-8168-S-45-501167-A.P.4. MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
B-8168-S-45-501172.P-1 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
Capitol Records Pressing Plant
in Jacksonville
Yes

Front coverBack coverSide ASide BMatrix AMatrix B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


A. (She's) Sexy and 17
B. Lookin' Better Every Beer

American regular version.
Pressed by the Capitol Records Pressing Plant in Jacksonville.

The matrix numbers are etched.
The a-side matrix is B-8168-S-45-501167-A.P.4. MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
The b-side matrix is B-8168-S-45-501172.P-1 MASTERED BY LIBERTY O
There are variations on the matrix numbers depending on the pressing.
The etched O represents the Jacksonville plant.
It has a big centre hole.
Sleeve opening on top-side.

Discogs release number: 762358


USA. Gatefold. Jacksonville pressing
LabelNumberTypeMatrix numbersPressing plantIAC
EMI AmericaBB-8169-1/22X 7 inch vinylBB-8169-1-S-45-501167-A-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
BB-8169-1-S-45-501172-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
BB-8169-1-S-45-501173-P-2. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
BB-8169-1-S-45-501174-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
Capitol Records Pressing Plant
in Jacksonville
Yes

Front coverBack coverMiddleDisc 1ADisc 1B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Disc2ADisc2BMatrix 1AMatrix 1BMatrix 2AMatrix 2B
Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan
Anchorman's scan


Side A. (She's) Sexy and 17
Side B. Lookin' Better Every Beer
Side C. Cruisin'
Side D. Lucky Charm

American version, gatefold sleeve with 2 discs.

The matrix numbers are etched
The a-side matrix is BB-8169-1-S-45-501167-A-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
The b-side matrix is BB-8169-1-S-45-501172-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
The c-side matrix is BB-8169-1-S-45-501173-P-2. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
The d-side matrix is BB-8169-1-S-45-501174-P-1. MASTERED BY LIBERTY 0
There are slight variations in the matrix numbers per pressing, the last part the P-1 and P-2 can vary depending on the pressing.
The etched O represents the Jacksonville plant.

Big centre hole.
Sleeve openings on the side.

Discogs release number: 1827658




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