This item was purchased new and used only briefly at home before being stored long-term. It is a rare OM type. Although usage time was quite short, please consider the stylus a consumable. Please make your assessment based on the images. If you have any questions, please ask in the comments section. ● A close-up image is included in the 6th photo, and while one piece of dust makes it appear rough, the stylus still seems to have plenty of life left based on touch.