Do not just look at feedback numbers. Read the comments. Did the seller keep his promises so conscientiously that they merited comment? Did he go out of his way to package securely? Was equipment rated fairly or conservatively? Both equipment ratings would result in the same positive feedback score but might be differentiated in the comments. e.g. "item was as described" "item was better than described".
For example feedback for me frequently mentions the pristine condition of equipment I sell. I have several pairs of white cotton gloves located near my rack. The result is equipment that looks like it just came out of the box. I still tend to underrate due to age. I also ship the same day or one day after receiving payment. I do not get bonus points for that in my rating but it does show up in the comments section.
For example feedback for me frequently mentions the pristine condition of equipment I sell. I have several pairs of white cotton gloves located near my rack. The result is equipment that looks like it just came out of the box. I still tend to underrate due to age. I also ship the same day or one day after receiving payment. I do not get bonus points for that in my rating but it does show up in the comments section.