I believe this is an excellent unit with a clear and refreshing sound quality. The stylus tip shows no signs of wear, and the cantilever is straight with no corrosion or dirt. The headshell has some scratches on the top. It's a standard 10-gram MG10 made of magnesium alloy, so it's not too heavy and easy to use. Although it's not original, I will ship it with a sturdy guard.