Items sold are in good working order
unless specifically stated otherwise.
As New
As supplied by the manufacturer, including
box, packing and documents. We rarely use this category.
Mint
Indistinguishable from new. Note that
the slightest handling marks may be present on new equipment.
Near Mint
Showing only signs of handling rather
than of use.
Excellent
Showing signs of careful ownership, and
slight use, only.
Very Good
Showing signs of ownership and normal
amateur use. Older cameras may also show some signs of deterioration
through age.
Good Used
Showing obvious signs of use and/or age,
but is still basically presentable. Damage (if present) will be specified.
Well Used
This category would be applied, for example,
to a camera which had seen professional use, yet was still in good condition,
with worn plating etc.
Shabby
Signs of neglect, with deterioration of
plating or polished surfaces, rusting of iron surfaces, although the
item is still basically sound.
Derelict
Shabby, with loose parts, or parts missing,
which do not render the item unusable. Suitable for restoration.
For Repair
An item which, in our judgement, is not
an economic proposition for commercial repair, but may be suitable for
the amateur repairer.
For Parts
In our judgement the item is not repairable.
Dirty
Requires cleaning. We do not normally
undertake any restoration before sale, as some clients prefer items
as they are.
If you have any queries, or you wish to
know more about the condition of any item we offer for sale, please
e-mail Stephanie or telephone
(44) 01484-713992 (between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. will give you the best
chance of speaking to one of us).
If you can travel to Halifax, and wish
to inspect items personally, please e-mail Stephanie
at least a day in advance (larger quantities of equipment, or very bulky
items, will require more notice) so that we can ensure the items you
wish to see are in the shop. We do not have space to carry our full
range in the shop.