Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent.
We are like children who look at print and see a serpent in the last letter but one, and a sword in the last. --Severian the Lame
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
you are crazy. No doubt some chemist will come on here and answer the questions you raise
Always took candy from strangers Didn't wanna get me no trade Never want to be like papa Working for the boss every night and day --"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
Light scratches can be removed with a dremel tool with buffer wheel, and a Plastic scratch remover by Novus.
www.noscratch.com/novus/
I use the #2, like waxing your car. I apply it to the scratch, let it dry, then buff of with my Dremel tool. Works great on superficial scratches, and better on PCGS than NGC. NGC plastic appears to be a tad softer.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
i was just thinking that... but have heard this suggestion many times... never had the guts to actually do... would rather pay the $$$ to get it re-slabed!
Both methods work.... best on PCGS... There are expensive buffing compounds that produce even better results... but not necessary. No ill effects on coins (yep - maybe not crazy.. but overly cautious to the point of obsession ). Of course, if a John Deere has run over it.. that may need to be reslabbed. Cheers, RickO
it is a polishing compounds that watch collectors use on older watches with acrylic/hesalite crystals (or Omega Speedmaster Pros). works like a charm on a slab!
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
I have to admit that I agree with Weiss. I'll leave "well enough" alone thank you very much.
<< <i>Will Brasso get those PCGS MS62 Buffs you have into 64 and 65 holders. >>
Maybe if I use the Brasso on the eyeballs of the graders. I'm certain there are scratches on their eyes prevent them from giving my coins the high grades they deserve.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
I have to admit that I agree with Weiss. I'll leave "well enough" alone thank you very much. >>
Chris, as you don't photograph your coins, I can see why the appearance of the holder is semi-irrelevant.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
Brasso isn't a solvant and won't hurt the plastic. I've used it many times with all the top tier slabs with no ill effects. Just keep it away from the seams and you'll do just fine.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
If you announced here that you'll give them a $100 bill 30% will say "What's wrong with it?"
Brasso is a polish...it works very well on hard plastic. This was taught to me by Mike Printz. It's not my discovery, nor was it his.
Worried about the getting it in seams? Whattaya have...LOBSTER CLAWS for hands???
Geez, you guys...it's not a solvent...it's a thin paste that you put a few drops of on a cloth and gently buff the surface with...nothing gets near the seams.
If your a mamsy-pamsy, leave your scuffed slabs alone.
Check the label on the Brasso can. It says that it can be used to polish plastic.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
Actually, some people use polyethelene sleaves to protect their slabs from scuffing.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
Actually, some people use polyethelene sleaves to protect their slabs from scuffing. >>
Yes, where can they be purchased? >>
The ones I saw looked like they were made to protect sports cards so any place that sells sports card supplies should have them.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
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--Severian the Lame
<< <i>Call me crazy... >>
You're crazy.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
you are crazy. No doubt some chemist will come on here and answer the questions you raise
Didn't wanna get me no trade
Never want to be like papa
Working for the boss every night and day
--"Happy", by the Rolling Stones (1972)
www.noscratch.com/novus/
I use the #2, like waxing your car. I apply it to the scratch, let it dry, then buff of with my Dremel tool. Works great on superficial scratches, and better on PCGS than NGC. NGC plastic appears to be a tad softer.
Will Brasso get those PCGS MS62 Buffs you have into 64 and 65 holders.
Too many positive BST transactions with too many members to list.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
i was just thinking that... but have heard this suggestion many times... never had the guts to actually do... would rather pay the $$$ to get it re-slabed!
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<< <i>If you have a scratched-up holder, try Brasso. Amazing! >>
just Brasso and a cloth?
<< <i>Haven't you seen Jay's collection? I'm pretty sure his tip was for the coins, not the holders.
Ouch!
it is a polishing compounds that watch collectors use on older watches with acrylic/hesalite crystals (or Omega Speedmaster Pros). works like a charm on a slab!
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
I have to admit that I agree with Weiss. I'll leave "well enough" alone thank you very much.
<< <i>Haven't you seen Jay's collection? I'm pretty sure his tip was for the coins, not the holders.
this one made me laugh out loud!
<< <i>Will Brasso get those PCGS MS62 Buffs you have into 64 and 65 holders.
Maybe if I use the Brasso on the eyeballs of the graders. I'm certain there are scratches on their eyes prevent them from giving my coins the high grades they deserve.
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<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
I have to admit that I agree with Weiss. I'll leave "well enough" alone thank you very much. >>
Chris, as you don't photograph your coins, I can see why the appearance of the holder is semi-irrelevant.
<< <i>Call me crazy, but I'm not letting a caustic chemical anywhere near my good coins. And who knows what kind of unholy chemical gas is created when slab plastic meets solvent. >>
Brasso isn't a solvant and won't hurt the plastic. I've used it many times with all the top tier slabs with no ill effects. Just keep it away from the seams and you'll do just fine.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>Just keep it away from the seams and you'll do just fine. >>
thanks the part that scares me!
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If you announced here that you'll give them a $100 bill 30% will say "What's wrong with it?"
Brasso is a polish...it works very well on hard plastic. This was taught to me by Mike Printz. It's not my discovery, nor was it his.
Worried about the getting it in seams? Whattaya have...LOBSTER CLAWS for hands???
Geez, you guys...it's not a solvent...it's a thin paste that you put a few drops of on a cloth and gently buff the surface with...nothing gets near the seams.
If your a mamsy-pamsy, leave your scuffed slabs alone.
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<< <i>I was looking for a ticker symbol
Got you too?
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
<< <i>Haven't you seen Jay's collection? I'm pretty sure his tip was for the coins, not the holders.
Now you look there people...he has "Mr. Winky", so that means he's "kidding", it's GREAT!!
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>you guys need slabs for your slabs.. >>
PSGS?
<< <i>you guys need slabs for your slabs.. >>
Actually, some people use polyethelene sleaves to protect their slabs from scuffing.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
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<< <i>you guys need slabs for your slabs.. >>
Actually, some people use polyethelene sleaves to protect their slabs from scuffing. >>
Yes, where can they be purchased?
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
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<< <i>you guys need slabs for your slabs.. >>
Actually, some people use polyethelene sleaves to protect their slabs from scuffing. >>
Yes, where can they be purchased? >>
The ones I saw looked like they were made to protect sports cards so any place that sells sports card supplies should have them.
Worry is the interest you pay on a debt you may not owe.
"Paper money eventually returns to its intrinsic value---zero."----Voltaire
"Everything you say should be true, but not everything true should be said."----Voltaire
<< <i>Chris, as you don't photograph your coins, I can see why the appearance of the holder is semi-irrelevant. >>
Looks like I'm busted!