Condition Grading

Our Commitment to Model Quality and Grading

Since many of our products are not newly manufactured, they often come from previous collectors. Because of this, we prioritize thoroughly inspecting each item to ensure it meets our high-quality standards before listing it for sale.

Our goal is to provide you, whether a new or returning customer, with complete satisfaction when your order arrives. As an online retail store, we achieve this by:

• Conducting detailed inspections – We carefully examine all models for any signs of damage, restoration, missing accessories, or wear. Additionally, we assess the box for structural integrity, age-related wear, tears, or holes.
• Providing high-quality images – Our photos capture all angles, clearly showcasing any imperfections.
• Offering precise condition descriptions – Each product includes a condition tab with an accurate assessment of its state.

Grading Metrics

To ensure full transparency, we use the following grading system:

• Mint – Perfect condition, as new.
• Near Mint – Almost perfect, with only extremely minor imperfections.
• Excellent – Carefully used, with small imperfections.
• Good – Shows noticeable use and visible imperfections.
• Fair – Heavily worn, with major flaws and possible repaints.
• Poor – Very distressed, with significant faults.

Model Grading to Collection Placement:

Models inspected and graded as Mint, Near Mint or Excellent will be placed in our general Shop All section.

Our Pre-Loved Models collection includes all models graded from Good to Poor. These items are fully inspected, guaranteed to show wear or flaws, and will not be mixed with our general shop inventory.

When We Use Stock Images

We use stock images for the first 1-3 photos of certain retailed brands, such as Hobby Master, to provide a clearer view of the model’s livery, as the box design may not always showcase it effectively. For more details, please refer to the Condition tab within the product description.

For models that arrive brand new from our distributors, we may use official stock photos provided by the manufacturer to represent the item accurately.

If you have any questions about an item's condition, please feel free to contact us—we’re happy to assist you!