Outsole / Tread
Light wear, minor discoloration, still firm
Deep cuts, excessive wear, holes, tread worn down to midsole
Midsole / Foam / Cushion
Slight compression, faint discoloration
Cracks, splits, missing chunks, heavy yellowing
Upper Material (Leather, Knit, Mesh, Suede, etc.)
Minor scuffs, minimal discoloration, small creases
Large stains, tears, holes, fabric frays, delamination
Stitching & Seams
One or two loose threads, minimal stress marks
Broken or missing stitches, seam separation
Laces / Eyelets
Slight discoloration, normal wear
Missing, broken, damaged eyelets, frayed laces
Heel / Collar / Tongue
Mild creasing, minor wear
Deep creases, torn padding, collapsed structure
Insole / Footbed
Light imprint from wear
Strong odor, heavy staining or damage, peeling liner
Interior Lining
Minor wear or faint marks
Large stains, rips, fabric separation
Missing Components
Small accessories (e.g. optional lace tips) may be missing
Missing essential parts (shoe tree, original insoles, special laces if marketed)
Odor
Mild, neutral scent (not offensive)
Strong odor (mold, cigarette, animal), cannot be removed easily