Pristine: A Program that has never been read. Perfect condition.
Fine: A
perfect issue. Any flaw is from the manufacturer, distributor, or
Retailer. i.e.- a mis-cut page due to folding in the presses
Near Fine: Very
few flaws of any kind. May have some minor flaws and possibly 1 or 2
moderate flaws. A manual that was carefully read and was taken care of.
Color change in the paper due to its acidity is NOT a flaw. Color
change due to the sun IS a flaw.
Very Good: A general
well read Program that has been taken care of and not misused. Can have
numerous flaws of both light and moderate extent and can have a few
Major flaws such as creases or dog-ears.
Good: Can have numerous flaws of all levels and can have tears.
Fair: A Program in Good condition that is missing either the front or back cover.
Poor: A Program that is missing the front, back, or both covers. May be missing interior pages.