Give one point for each statement you can support with visible evidence. An 8–9 score creates a strong shortlist candidate, but it does not verify the item, seller, source, or transaction.

If you cannot explain why a result is worth saving in one sentence, remove it for now.

Nine-point checklist

  • The item belongs in the category I am researching.
  • The album or catalog photos show the details that matter.
  • Watermarks and contact details are reasonably consistent.
  • Sizing, measurements, or fit notes are visible when needed.
  • Price is compared with similar results rather than judged alone.
  • Shipping weight does not remove the value.
  • The source or purchase link matches the item being shown.
  • QC photos are relevant to the same item or source when available.
  • I can explain why I would save this result.

How to score a result

8–9 pointsStrong shortlist candidate, but still not verified.
5–7 pointsResearch further. Write down the missing evidence.
3–4 pointsWeak evidence. Keep only if a specific question can be answered.
0–2 pointsRemove for now. The link is creating more noise than value.

Do not award partial points for a confident claim. Use one point only when you can point to the supporting photo, note, measurement, or relevant source page.

Strong example

A hypothetical clothing row fits the correct category, shows front, back, fabric, collar, and measurement photos, uses a consistent watermark, records a matching public source link, and notes likely shipping-weight impact. Relevant QC photos show the same code and measurements. The row has a clear reason to stay, even though seller and transaction risk remain unresolved.

Weak example

A row links to a mixed album with no stable code, repeats presentation photos, shows conflicting contact details, omits measurements and source information, and relies on a broad quality promise. A low apparent price cannot repair those evidence gaps.

One-sentence save rule

Save the result only if you can complete this sentence: “I am keeping this link because it shows ___, connects to ___, and still needs ___ checked.”

The blanks force you to record evidence, source context, and uncertainty together.

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