The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Nice buckets. With a clean, complete well-maintained appearance, structurally sound and ready to use. As stated in the cataloguing, one bucket has been made to match the other, faithfully and with skill. Both with scattered age and construction cracks. Overall with general marks, nicks, surface scratches, tiny losses and repairs consistent with age and use. The brass with some minor surface scratches and rubbing, as to be expected; one with some resistance to the swing mechanism at its handles.