I own a pair of M40's and absolutely love them!! They can get down low enough for most rock music without a sub. The midrange is laid back (being a simple 2-way), but that's the way I like it.

I also got mine from the FO, and cannot find a blemish on them. I think the logo badge is slightly askew (depending on which way I tilt my head!), but no marks or scratches.

You won't be disappointed.