This item is new and unused, but it has been stored at home, so please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor details, are sensitive, or are looking for perfection. Although it has only been taken out of the box for photography, there may be minor scratches that are not noticed, so please consider this before purchasing. The first photo is borrowed from the official Patrick blog and is not a photo of the actual item. The website states that size 40 is equivalent to 24.5 cm, but please confirm this for yourself.