Grailed condition standards mapped to the 1.0–10.0 scale
Grailed uses a four-step condition scale — New/New with tags, Gently used, Used, Very worn — 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 four steps to the GradeThread scale with listing copy for each grade.
Verified July 2026 · source: Grailed Buyer Protection & condition guidelines
How does Grailed condition map to the 1.0–10.0 scale?
| GradeThread grade | Tier | Grailed condition |
|---|---|---|
| 9.75–10.0 | New With Tags | New / New with tags |
| 9.0–9.5 | New Without Tags | New / New with tags |
| 7.5–8.5 | Excellent | Gently used |
| 6.0–7.0 | Very Good | Gently used |
| 4.5–5.5 | Good | Used |
| 3.0–4.0 | Fair | Used |
| 1.0–2.5 | Poor | Very worn |
What triggers a return on Grailed?
A Grailed buyer opens a dispute through Buyer Protection when a piece is not as described — condition below the stated step or undisclosed flaws on a high-value item. Detailed flaw photos and a grade are what carry a designer-piece dispute in your favor.
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.
9.75–10.0 · New With Tags
Condition: New With Tags — graded 9.75–10.0 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (brand new, unworn, with original tags attached). See the certificate for the full condition report.
9.0–9.5 · New Without Tags
Condition: New Without Tags — graded 9.0–9.5 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (unworn or as-new, no tags). See the certificate for the full condition report.
7.5–8.5 · Excellent
Condition: Excellent — graded 7.5–8.5 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (very light wear, no notable flaws). See the certificate for the full condition report.
6.0–7.0 · Very Good
Condition: Very Good — graded 6.0–7.0 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (light, honest wear with minor cosmetic signs). See the certificate for the full condition report.
4.5–5.5 · Good
Condition: Good — graded 4.5–5.5 on the GradeThread 1–10 scale (clear wear or a minor flaw, fully wearable). See the certificate for the full condition report.
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 6.0–8.5 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 Buyer Protection handle condition disputes?
- Grailed Buyer Protection lets a buyer dispute an item that's not as described, and reviews the listing, photos, and messages. On higher-value designer pieces, detailed flaw photos and an objective grade are the evidence that resolves a condition dispute.
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