How to grade a model for sale

[Superfast7]

I am going through my collection and off loading some stuff, I find it hard as to what grading to put on items.
every one has a different idea of what is PLAY WORN, OK, GOOD, EXCELENT, MINT ETC. if you have a model that you bought
new 20 years ago, took it out of the packaging for display purpose only (DISPLAYED IN CABINET) and then returned to the box for storage, like below.
is this mint? or is it not old enough, some I did not keep the packaging as they were in blisters, but are still like new. (stored well)

I didn't know if I should of put this in the Ebay section or general convo

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/251461946348 ... 1555.l2649

Next question, what would this be graded as? I would think light play wear for something that is 40 years old ?
correct me If I am wrong. I have about 250 more items to list, and I want to get it right!







Cheers, the other crazy Scott

[johnboy]

I know some people like to grade and some don't but I've seen too many misuses of grades to take much notice of them, personally clear pictures from all angles and an honest description of faults usually works for me

[nickjones]

John is right, It will be your pictures that will or won't sell your models, Take plenty of clear pictures taken outside without using the flash so the colours show correctly, No two collectors will grade a model the same so grading it is a bit pointless anyway.

[Idris]

A picture speaks a thousand words.....

[YYS4BOB]

Yep, use a phrase like "Photo(s) show(s) actual item you are bidding on. Sold As Seen". Covers you most ways.

[Taniwha]

Scott,

Your three pictures above give me all the information I'd want as a potential buyer about the condition of the model and the variation. So if you do photos like that of all your models, buyers should have all the information they need to make a bidding decision.

Cheers,
Gavin

[motorman]

Let the pictures do the talking!!!

One persons mint is another persons nearly mint. I would list without mentioning the condition and ensure that there are lots of good quality close up shots front, rear, side on, from above, and of coarse the base plate.

Good luck with your sales

THEEEE Crazy scot!!!

[GHOSTHUNTER]

If 'The other crazy scott' feels the need to add a grading to a model similar to the one he shows, then 'Play worn' is quite a popular term, but yes, clear photos are a must.

Ghosty.