Preserving autograph on hockey tape?

Andyland

Wasn't sure if this should be here or the autographs forum...

I have an autographed, game-used hockey stick and I wonder if there's any way I can help hold off the inevitable drying out of the white tape. If there's something that could be sprayed on, maybe? I kind of wanted to avoid putting it into a case...

Anyone have any tips?

MeteoriteGuy

I would not spray anything on the autograph. That would no different then laminating the auto...another big no-no.

If you are worrying about it fading...a case is likely your best solution. Since you don't want to go there....maybe a bread loaf bag would go over that part? Removing it from open air being the mission. A couple baseball bats I have wrapped the end with paper and put a sock around it...not sure if that would work with a hockey stick.

Andyland

<< <i>I would not spray anything on the autograph. That would no different then laminating the auto...another big no-no. >>



Yeah, I know, but this is an item that I just want to preserve for longevity, not resale..

I want a way of keeping the tape from drying out and eventually disintegrating.

MeteoriteGuy

How about ask one of the real experts...a hockey hall of fame curator, what they would do.

I would try Phil Pritchard (Vice President, Curator). One of several vice presidents strangely, but the only with curator as part of his job title.

HHOF Site Staff Linky

BunchOBull

It's really all about keeping it UV protected, not so much keeping it from drying out. UV light not only fades autos, but causes chemical breakdown of the components in the tape. Keep it out ot direct sunlight, in a 99% UV blanking display, and you shouldn't have any major issue.

Beyond that, exposing it to humidity and temperature extremes will be your only other worries.

Andyland

<< <i>How about ask one of the real experts...a hockey hall of fame curator, what they would do. >>



That's a great idea. I will do that and post whatever response I receive...