I have bought a feather weight on ebay and if its wrapped and packed good it will be ok when you get it. I always pay with pay pal on ebay. This way you can always file a claim against them if things are not right. Most sellers will try to work it out with you it things are not right. I only leave negative feed back on ebay if things can't be worked out. People make mistakes and things happen even when they are trying there best to please other people. Good luck on your feather weight. I am sure it probably will be ok. Mostly if that person has good ratings.