Updated for clarification:
This is a solid product. Others have highlighted its shortcomings, so I won't belabor them again. However, the incorporated errata more than make up for its humble TOC, nonexistent index, or not fully searchable PDF, IMHO.
Based on the revised/updated 1981 rules, this facsimile edition gives the beloved Traveller Book a run for its money at over twice the cost of this paperback (I purchased both PDF and POD of this facsimile edition). If you're looking for an economical rendition of one of the earliest versions of Basic/Classic Traveller, look no further.
I suggest purchasing the Classic Traveler Starter Set to reduce the need to constantly flip through the facsimile book to locate necessary charts and tables. Book 2 of the Starter Set contains all the charts and tables you might need in a handy 25-page document. Be advised that if you go this route, there are some very slight changes in the charts and tables from this facsimile edition to the Starter edition, but they are negligible again, IMHO.
Due to the aforementioned shortcomings, I’m tempted to rate this product 3 stars. However, due to the incorporation of the errata, either in the text or at the end, I’m tempted to rate this product 5 stars. Considering everything, I will rate the facsimile edition a solid 4 stars in its current configuration and would increase this to 5 stars if the shortcomings are addressed in the future.
This version will serve me and mine admirably. Individual results will, of course, vary.
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