I purchased this item new and used it for about 2-3 hours during one fishing trip. However, I don't get to go fishing much in the winter, and it seems I won't have a chance to use it again, so I'm putting it up for sale. There are no noticeable stains or scratches, and I think it's in the category of a beautiful item. However, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such things, as it has been stored by a private individual.