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I agree with vsmith: Some artisans are so good with an air bru***hat weathering can actually add to the value. I would have two thoughts on it. If your initial purchase is a HIGH $$$ item as new, you'd probably be better off leaving it alone. Collectables tend to hold value more as original. Even a SLIGHTLY natually weathered patina as opposed to a restoration to pristine original. This is most evident in live steam where a well maintained original Loco usually sells for more than when it was new. I know the one I started with 3.5 years ago is now approaching double in value. The new one I just aquired isn't built yet, but it will do likewise. It's bigger bucks up front, but no loss, no foul, and lots of fun in the meantime.
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