Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about condition. This is a 17 Emeraldas MX IL 83ML. It's the 2017 model with titanium guides. There are minor scratches, but no damage that would lead to breakage. It's an autumn squid model, but I have experience successfully reeling in squid of about 2kg in the spring with it. Because it's an interline rod, you don't have to worry about line tangles, making it a very easy-to-handle rod. Available for immediate purchase. No returns or refunds. (Eging, DAIWA, Daiwa)