[BoxBoxBox]

I have a deal for a 10+ year old RS-1, I'm only worried that the sound will be worse or that it wont last a long time since it is so old and their build quality already seems not too solid. So is it safe to get an older Grado?

 

[supersleuth]

They're either already broken or not. If not, they won't break if you treat them well, and they'll last you a lifetime. My 9+ y.o. SR80s are like new in every way.

 

[SanJoseCanJunkie]

Also, if it's a really good deal, and something happens, it's likely that you'll come out ahead including (within reason) repair costs.