What does factory second mean when talking about a kayak?

Question

on ebay it will say factory second sometime, when describing a kayak. these kayaks are usually cheaper in price, so what is wrong with them

Answer 1

it could be a blemish in the paint or the logo may not be up to the company specs

Answer 2

"Factory second" usually means that there is some cosmetic flaw which precludes selling something at full list price.  The thing is probably structurally sound, and should serve.

Answer 3

It means that there is a cosmetic problem, it does not look like new. They could not sell it if it were not sea worthy.