Condition Grading

It is stressed that buyers must satisfy themselves as to the condition of any item or Lot by careful examination, looking at the online images or by requesting a condition report.
In order to assist, Model Toy Auctions have compiled the following Condition categories. No warranty is implied or intended by the provision of this information.

Grading for models


M=Mint: Item In Perfect Condition
Nm=Near Mint: Item Will Have A Few Edge Nicks Or Slight Decal Loss To The Edges.
E=Excellent: Item Will Have More Paint Nicks/decal Loss, Maybe Larger
G=Good: Item Will Have Several More Obvious Paint Chips/defects Or Decal Loss.
F=Fair: Item Will Be Play Worn With No Broken Parts
P=Poor: Item Will Be In Need Of Restoration With Broken Parts And Heavy Play Wear


Grading For Boxes


M=Mint: Box Will Be In Perfect Condition
Nm=Near Mint: Box Will Have Slight Creasing
E=Excellent: Box Will Show More Creasing Or Slight Age Wear/tear.
G=Good: Box Will Be Complete With Age Wear/creasing Or Light Tears.
F=Fair: Box Will Be Complete But Heavily Worn/creased/torn.
P=Poor: As Fair With Flaps Missing.