Is there a way to check for repainting?

[TWOFOOT]

Anyone know If there is a surefire way to detect if a figure has been repainted? Just curious as I've been offered some figures that look a little too good. Cheers.

[TK-7785]

Touch ups usually show up under a black light. Failing that, a strong magnifying glass and good light should show it up. Of course, both methods rely on having them in hand.

Chris

[TWOFOOT]

Touch ups usually show up under a black light. Failing that, a strong magnifying glass and good light should show it up. Of course, both methods rely on having them in hand.

Chris

He's local so I will be able to look them over first. will take my loupe and a uv light. cheers for the info. Had never thought of trying a uv light. I imagine they probably use simular techniques when grading loose figures.

[TK-7785]

It's not 100% guaranteed to catch it, but my experience is that it usually shows up given the different chemical make up of the paints used back in the factory compared to what most people use for touch ups; water based model paints, for example. I say water based specifically because if enamel paints are used on the softer plastic of the head and limbs it will remain tacky and never really set properly. Which is an easier tell tale in its self.

Chris

[Pomse2001]

I use black light