There are scratches, but it's still usable. Kattobibo will still catch fish even with the paint chipped!! First, use Kattobibo on the surf, and if it gets swept away too much, then use the Buttobi-kun 95S. There are many scratches, so please look at the pictures carefully and make your decision. #Flounder, Flathead, Sea Bass, Yellowtail, Red Sea Bream