I'm selling this item, which I purchased new and have used with care, because it's overkill for my needs. There are a few scratches on the blank that catch the fingernail, but they are not deep enough to cause a break. There is a crack in the guide thread on the bottom of #1. There are no other cracks in the guide threads. The grip has a slight shine. I have taken photos of the visible scratches as much as possible, so please take a look. This is a used item, so please purchase only if you understand this.