Blemished Product Blemished trainers are models that didn't pass our inspection process due to cosmetic imperfections but are guaranteed to flip just as well as our new products.  Blemished product sales are final (no returns accepted) but they do qualify for a warranty (mechanical defects only). Please refer to the pictures for an example of a blemished model. Blemished models come with a blemished box and may come with the following, but are not limited to: Light scratches Light dents Discolored or faded anodizing Inconsistent blade finish Inconsistent handle finish/ textures Different shades of the same color Flawed or missing laser engraving Each and every Squid Industries balisong is hand-assembled and tested to ensure that each unit is an exceptional flipper. Balisongs come thread locked. Blemished products arrive in a Squid Industries box with a sticker.  Blemished product sales are final (no returns accepted) but they do qualify for warranty (mechanical defects only).