Grailed condition standards mapped to the 1.0–10.0 scale
Grailed gives every listing a condition from a short fixed list, from new through tiers like Gently Used to well-worn pieces, for a discerning menswear and designer audience. Mapping it to the GradeThread 1.0–10.0 scale gives buyers who scrutinize condition an objective, verifiable read.
Grailed buyers are condition-obsessed and higher-spend, so an overstated condition costs more when it goes wrong. This page maps Grailed's conditions to the GradeThread scale with listing copy for each grade.
Verified September 2026 · source: Grailed Purchase Protection
How does Grailed condition map to the 1.0–10.0 scale?
| GradeThread grade | Tier | Grailed condition |
|---|---|---|
| 10.0 | New With Tags | New / New with tags |
| 9.0 to 9.9 | New Without Tags | New / New with tags |
| 8.0 to 8.9 | Excellent | Gently used |
| 7.0 to 7.9 | Very Good | Gently used |
| 6.0 to 6.9 | Good | Gently used |
| 5.0 to 5.9 | Fair | Used |
| 1.0 to 4.9 | Poor | Used |
What triggers a return on Grailed?
Grailed Purchase Protection applies when an item materially differs from its description in color, condition, fabric or measurement, and the buyer must report it within 3 calendar days of receiving it. On high-value designer pieces, detailed flaw photos and a grade are your best evidence.
Listing copy for each grade
Select the Grailed condition matching the grade, then over-document: on higher-value designer pieces, buyers expect flaw-level photos and a precise grade. State the grade and link the certificate.
10.0 · New With Tags
Condition: New With Tags — graded 10.0 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (brand new, unworn, with original tags attached). See the certificate for the full condition report.
9.0 to 9.9 · New Without Tags
Condition: New Without Tags — graded 9.0 to 9.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (unworn or as-new, no tags). See the certificate for the full condition report.
8.0 to 8.9 · Excellent
Condition: Excellent — graded 8.0 to 8.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (very light wear, no notable flaws). See the certificate for the full condition report.
7.0 to 7.9 · Very Good
Condition: Very Good — graded 7.0 to 7.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (light, honest wear with minor cosmetic signs). See the certificate for the full condition report.
6.0 to 6.9 · Good
Condition: Good — graded 6.0 to 6.9 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (clear wear or a minor flaw, fully wearable). See the certificate for the full condition report.
One grade, every marketplace
Grade an item once on the 1.0–10.0 scale and you have the right condition wording for Grailed and every other platform — plus a certificate that heads off the condition disputes that drive returns.
Frequently asked
- What does 'Gently used' mean on Grailed?
- Grailed's 'Gently used' is a pre-owned piece with light wear and no significant flaws — roughly 6.0 to 8.9 on the GradeThread 1.0–10.0 scale. Grailed buyers scrutinize condition, so a precise grade and flaw photos matter more here than on most platforms.
- How does Grailed Purchase Protection handle condition disputes?
- Grailed Purchase Protection applies when an item materially differs from its description in color, condition, fabric or measurement, and the buyer has to report it within 3 calendar days of receiving it. On higher-value designer pieces, detailed flaw photos and an objective grade are the evidence that settles a condition dispute.
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