• OK/Chipped (OC) - Die is in an ok condition with the few large chips, ok for reforming threads or cleaning threads.
• Ok (OK) - Die is in a ok condition with a few small chips, ok for cutting the odd thread or as above.
• Good (G) - Die is in a good sharp condition may have the odd small chip, good for cutting a lot of threads or as above.
• Very Good (VG) - Die is in a very good sharp condition, with plenty of life.
• Excellent (EX) - Die is in an excellent sharp condition.
• New (N) – Die is in a new condition.

An Unbranded die is either one where there is no manufactures name or that it has been removed. They are manufactured to a high standard and are probably made by top manufactures.