While not a common kit, it does show up on occasion - but when it does, it does not command high dollar like it's monster cousins. However, finding a factory sealed one is a herculean task, indeed. With obvious cello damage from storage, it still presents very well. Only sealed example we've had...

From our personal collection! One of the NICEST boxes we've had. Box still retains that 'shine' that you almost never see on them. No, it's not perfect - if the corner wear bothers you - not for you. But we've had probably 50 of these over the decades - not to mention over 1,000 if you include the other monsters - and you just don't find the boxes ..

Meticulously inventoried - 100% complete, no paint, no glue. ALL ORIGINAL...

Factor sealed parts!..

Nice kit - light shelf wear. Meticulously inventoried - no paint, no glue...

Light surface soiling to cello...

Meticulously inventoried - 100% complete and unstarted...

Meticulously inventoried. Complete. No paint. No glue...

Small hole/tear in cello in one corner. Factory sealed!..

Factory sealed! Hard to do better!..

Small cello hole near his right foot and a small pen point sized hole or two. Minor aging...

Meticulously inventoried. 100% complete! No paint, no glue...

Factory sealed! - NOTE: cello has been replaced/repaired on one short edge. Rest of cello is completely and firmly in place. NEVER opened!..

Meticulously inventoried. No paint. No glue. Box has some staining on side panel but is sharp and glossy over all - displays amazingly nice...

Scattered "surface" dirt that's underneath the cello. Should easily wipe off - but you'd have to unwrap it!..