Shows wear and age all around. Has some surface rust. There are some markings on the item. It has damage to the base (one foot is chipped off at the place were screw is supposed to hold it). The handle will be taken apart for shipping. Please accept that the item is sold as seen and shown in the photographs, so, please look over them carefully. Additional photos available upon request. Feel free to contact us with any questions regarding this item. If you are satisfied with your purchase, please leave feedback. If there is a problem, please let us know and we will correct it to your satisfaction. Returns accepted of items shipped back in original, unaltered condition.