Routaporsas
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This isn't strictly related to miniature figures as such, but since many of those are made of plastic some might find this interesting. And I'm most likely not the only one here who also collects collectible toys. So, I was just trying to find info about deterioration of Mattel MOTC-line and I came up with this :sad:;
http://www.poeghostal.com/2010/12/the-mystery-of-the-plastic-mist.html
Even though plastic models might last like 50-60 years or more, there are some things that are a bit worrying and all this made me think about the future of my number one hobby; my miniatures. Many of them are still made of metal but since there are lots of plastic models, I'm just curious who all this could effect painted plastic collections. Slightly reliefing thing is that could the layers of paint actually protect plastic models. And most miniatures are made of harder plastic than soft PVC. It is bad enough to learn this kind of a new and exiting stuff that might face your toy collection. I just wish it wouldn't effect to "everything" so easily. The again, how foolish to think that plastic or other materials (save some few) would last "forever". Most likely nothing does. Though I kind of hoped that I could pass at least some of my best works and favourite collectibles to future generation, preferably to my children (should I ever have any, and not to mention that they care the same stuff their dad does).
And how about miniatures made of metal (and resin)? I have lots of good old Rackham MISB and MOCS. I have keep boxes sealed, for I just like to open them when I start painting them. Not that I would sell them, but I just don't feel like touching those before actually starting the work. I also thought that if I don't open them, then any possible oxycs...oxyk...oxygenation would have that much effect. Though I might be doing it wrong like many MOC-collectors who keep their collectibles sealed. But I just don't really know how metal miniatures could start to deteriorate very easily. Some may develop darker spots or turn slightly brown, but as far as I know it isn't anything serious...or is it:question:
Obviously different paints and other coatings might have their own impact (good and bad). And who knows how well different paints and sealers will eventually hold but at least then you will be able to paint the model again, if the model itself is ok (though some cases that would be a feat for heroes and/or mad only).
http://www.poeghostal.com/2010/12/the-mystery-of-the-plastic-mist.html
Even though plastic models might last like 50-60 years or more, there are some things that are a bit worrying and all this made me think about the future of my number one hobby; my miniatures. Many of them are still made of metal but since there are lots of plastic models, I'm just curious who all this could effect painted plastic collections. Slightly reliefing thing is that could the layers of paint actually protect plastic models. And most miniatures are made of harder plastic than soft PVC. It is bad enough to learn this kind of a new and exiting stuff that might face your toy collection. I just wish it wouldn't effect to "everything" so easily. The again, how foolish to think that plastic or other materials (save some few) would last "forever". Most likely nothing does. Though I kind of hoped that I could pass at least some of my best works and favourite collectibles to future generation, preferably to my children (should I ever have any, and not to mention that they care the same stuff their dad does).
And how about miniatures made of metal (and resin)? I have lots of good old Rackham MISB and MOCS. I have keep boxes sealed, for I just like to open them when I start painting them. Not that I would sell them, but I just don't feel like touching those before actually starting the work. I also thought that if I don't open them, then any possible oxycs...oxyk...oxygenation would have that much effect. Though I might be doing it wrong like many MOC-collectors who keep their collectibles sealed. But I just don't really know how metal miniatures could start to deteriorate very easily. Some may develop darker spots or turn slightly brown, but as far as I know it isn't anything serious...or is it:question:
Obviously different paints and other coatings might have their own impact (good and bad). And who knows how well different paints and sealers will eventually hold but at least then you will be able to paint the model again, if the model itself is ok (though some cases that would be a feat for heroes and/or mad only).
