拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.

Exterior exhibits dents, marks, and cracks, there are some losses to the canvas. The wooden slats appear to have been sandblasted. The lozine trim exhibits prominent patina, cracks, dents, and marks. The leather on the handles exhibits dryness and creasing. The leather closure strap is missing. Hardware appears to have been cleaned and polished, still it exhibits dents and marks. Some rivets have been replaced. The number "7" on both sides is completely faded.

The interior is incomplete, it exhibits marks and humidity stains.