These strings were purchased new this year and have under a month of playtime. Iam going back to steel string for the new bass I recently purchased. I was hoping to keep them around and try again on this bass, but after the holidays, I'd rather sell to recoup some $. The strings are in very good shape, no dents or inconsistencies. Ends are in very good shape. These came with the knot and washer. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, new they were $240 and I believe I did pay shipping. Thank you for looking 