Sun Barrier 100 Folding Umbrella 3-Section / Combination Color: Black (Pink Trim) Reason for being "as is": A part of the umbrella frame has come detached from the connecting joint. While it doesn't affect the umbrella's use, this joint comes apart when folding it into three sections. The detached part can be reattached. When folded in two sections, the problem of the joint coming apart doesn't occur. For those who understand, or who only plan to use it folded in two sections, please consider purchasing. I'm not an expert, so I'm not sure, but it might be repairable.