Cosmetics

Evaluation

Definition

1 - Exceptional

Looks like new

2 - Very Good

Expected wear - signs of normal use from routine handling

3 - Passed

Superficial blemishes - abnormal location, might obscure legibility, and/or be noticeably tactile

4 - Flawed

Signs of mishandling - dents, cracks, tears, etc.

Performance

Evaluation

Definition

1 - Exceptional

New in box

2 - Very Good

Open box, next to no use

3 - Passed

Used, fully functional

4 - Flawed

Performance flaws

Glass

Evaluation

Definition

1 - Exceptional

Flawless

2 - Very Good

Cosmetic Flaws - coating marks and/or minor dust (does not affect image quality)

3 - Passed

Minor flaws - scratches and/or dust (might impact image quality)

4 - Flawed

Major flaws - cracked and/or loose glass, fungal growth (impacted image quality)