There is some peeling of the plating on the shank, but otherwise, it is in quite beautiful condition for its age. This is a legendary vintage Giardinelli mouthpiece, and the V-cup in particular is known for its unique dark tone, a tone that can only be produced with this mouthpiece. The old stamp models are especially popular for their attractive tone, which differs from the recent reproductions. The rim has an inner diameter of about a Bach 3C to 1-1/2C, slightly flatter and semi-wide than Bach, making it very easy to use, and a popular size. The depth is a medium depth V-cup, feeling somewhere between a Bach C and B cup, but because it's a V-cup, it produces a dark tone when played softly, and a unique, constricted tone when played strongly. It is said that the Giardinelli mouthpieces used by Miles Davis were close to the 7VM and 7VS, and this one also has a slightly larger inner diameter, producing a very similar tone. It has good response and moderate resistance, so it has particularly excellent expressive power in delicate performances with small ensembles. The unique, thick tone when played softly, as if whispering, is truly hard bop, and I find it particularly appealing. I think it will be especially effective in jazz combos and acoustic ensembles. I have tried many models, including old stamp models, reproductions, and new stamp models, but the sound of the vintage Giardinelli with the old stamp is truly wonderful. Vintage models have individual differences, but when you find one that suits you, it becomes a mouthpiece you can't live without. Please give it a try on this occasion.