Luxury Pre-Owned Condition Guide
Pre-owned luxury uses four standard condition grades. Understanding them helps you buy at the right price and set expectations about what you'll receive. Very Good is the sweet spot for most buyers.
Excellent / Like New (9–10/10)
90–110% of retail
Looks unused or near-unused. No visible wear, no scratches on hardware, no transfer stains. Original vachetta trim is still pale (not patinated). Original dust bag, box, and authenticity card present.
Very Good (7–8/10)
70–90% of retail
Light signs of use — slight corner wear, minor hardware scratches visible up close. Vachetta trim has a light honey patina. Interior clean with no pen marks or stains. The best "buy and use" grade.
Good (5–6/10)
50–70% of retail
Noticeable wear at corners and handles. Hardware has surface-level scratches. Vachetta is darker honey or light caramel. May have minor transfer stains inside or small pen marks. Structure mostly intact.
Fair (3–4/10)
30–50% of retail
Heavy use signs — stains on canvas or leather, deep hardware scratches, faded or dark vachetta, lining wear, possible odor. May need professional cleaning or hardware polishing.