THE MANIFESTO
Poison Well Records is an archival-grade punk label. Our mission: the preservation and distribution of 805 and SoCal underground history.
Poison Well Records FAQ
Answers about Ventura punk vinyl, 805 bands, shipping, submissions, and the label's archive mission.
GROUND ZERO
Operations are localized in Ventura, CA. We serve as the primary link for the 805 and SoCal punk trajectory.
SHIPPING PROTOCOLS
Domestic (US): Standard shipping via USPS Media Mail. Expected delivery 5-9 business days.
International: Worldwide shipping active via USPS First Class International. Rates calculated at secure checkout.
GRADING & QUALITY
All archive vinyl is graded using the Goldmine Standard. New pressings are strictly Mint (M) / Near Mint (NM). Archive drops include detailed condition reports in the rarity vault.
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
All sales from the Rarity Vault are final due to the limited nature of archival units. For standard distribution, defects must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.
PRESERVATION PROTOCOL
Affirmative. We actively recover and restore high-priority scene recordings where rights and source quality meet archival standards.
FREE SHIPPING THRESHOLD
The storefront banner advertises free shipping on orders of $65 or more (before tax). Eligibility and totals are finalized in Stripe at checkout.
DIGITAL MUSIC HUB
Official streaming and platform links for featured artists live on the Digital Music Hub — separate from the vinyl catalog.