Why are "low hours" a consideration?

assuming that the seller is not dissembling, one wonder's what the significance is of selling a component having auditioned it for a short period of time.

there may be an implication that the advertised components has some sonic deficits, although one man's "garbage" maybe another man's treasure.

also opinions vary, so the consideration of someone's dislike for a component doesn't mean you won't like it.

i think it may be a red flag to think about before buying.

Using 'low hours' as an attribute would lead me to think the seller doesn't realize that it takes some time for a component to break in. Yes, one can get a feel for something right out of the box, but it does take time to settle in.

If 'low hours' is a ruse, then buyer beware. That, or the seller has upgrade 'itis' and then its to be taken advantage of.

What gives me pause is anyone who has any experience in things audio, would know this. That leads me to believe the seller is an audio tyro or not that honest.
I can see someone stating it is only 'so many months old' or bought back in...
but 'low hours' smacks of a lack of originality and a take on 'low miles'.

When I see low hours I think of 2 things, the first that maybe if its true its a good thing and the second is that perhaps it sounds like shit and isnt worth the trouble....again if its even true.