Why was the buyer able to refuse to pay for the goods in the case of Healy v Howlett & Sons [1919] 1 KB 337?

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All of the above reasons contributed to the buyer's ability to refuse payment in Healy v Howlett & Sons [1919] 1 KB 337. Firstly, property and risk remained with the seller, which meant that the buyer was not responsible for any damage or loss to the goods prior to delivery. Additionally, the goods were unascertained, meaning that they had not been identified and set apart for the buyer specifically. Finally, the goods were identified by description only, meaning that the buyer had not had the opportunity to inspect them before agreeing to purchase.

Why Was the Buyer Able to Refuse to Pay for the Goods