I bought this because I love Amalka. It's slim and easy to carry around, and I used it quite a bit. There are some cracks and ink stains inside the pen case, possibly due to aging. It's very cute, so how about it? I think you can still use it. For those who love Amalka! I'm selling it to organize my belongings because I like a different character now. How about it for your collection? Free shipping!