anyone gotten a scratch on component and gone mad

I did it as a child. I was learning to ride a bicycle and my friend let go and as I wobbled along, my friends started yelling not to hit the car.. Naturally I obsessed on the car.. and hit the brand new car (with the two guys talking about it being brand new, of course) BANG! right into the door between the two guys.
I was seven. I was too cute to murder....

I agree with Kurt- that's one of the reasons I buy used.

Mark

I don't expect nicks, scratches or dings on used equipment. Infact I am surprised at how many late model pieces of equipment I see rated 7/10.

Whenever I scratch or ding something is usually when I am about to sell it, until then mint condition.

Been there.