If you've been asking yourself, "What are all those C 9's, C 8+'s, and C 7's?" Then this is the explaination
The "C" scale is a grading scale that gets its name from "Condition." Everyone knows that the condition of an items is what effects the price the most, next to demand. The scale is based on a 1-10 system with 10 being the highest and 1 being the lowest. "C 10" means that a loose or boxed item is in FACTORY MINT condition without any visible flaws and is complete, (with all of its parts.) Very rarely do I ever grade anything as C 10. Mainly because that grading to me means shear PERFECTION, and nothing, even items brand new on the shelves in the stores is usually in this state. Don't be mislead by dealers of any old toys or collectibles that state that they have full inventories of C 10 items. Unless the item was pulled directly out of a case that is undamaged it is NEVER C 10.
Generally with the "C" scale anything that I have listed at C 9 or higher is 100% of what I sell it for. C 8 would be 10-15% below the highest that I sell that item for. C 7 would be 15-25% lower. C 6 would be 30-40% lower. C 5 would be 50-60% lower. Usually I dont sell anything below a C 6 unless I have specific requests for items due to people customizing or building dioramas (settings). Hope this helps you collectors out there. Most of the dealers I know use this grading system, maybe not the pricing system along with it, but the grading system is universal. Don't be fooled by dealers claiming to have a complete "perfect" stock!
Any questions or comments can be directed to me at this email address: ihadthat@seacove.net
Thanks,
Don Walthrop
owner/operator"I Had That" toys and collectibles
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