Oddly, for a RATE person, I really like the pristine quality of new.

From a quick count, it looks like more prefer pristine, or some form of good upkeep so their items still appear well cared for and near pristine.

Interesting questions and comments. I'm on team broken in for sure...well, even team beat up, honestly. I love patina and texture in denim and leather and waxed jackets for example. Many things to me look and feel better with age. But I also really love the juxtaposition of something very broken in/beat up...jeans or boots...with something crisp and pristine looking like a tailored shirt or jacket...as long as the feel is not restrictive.

Aquamarine nailed it for me. Pristine when headed out of the house. Broken in when at home. I like to save the newer pieces for outings in hopes that they will stay looking there best longer.