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<p>[QUOTE="Paul M., post: 4465674, member: 73165"]I don't think I've ever seen a totally convincing electrotype. Even if the details are good (which they typically are on a decent electro), there are no casting bubbles (as you'd see on a very good electro), and the seam not visible, the weight will generally give it away. Even if the seam is not visible, electrotypes can't replicate luster, so that's another tell. </p><p><br /></p><p>Are you saying you have some that are of good weight, with good details, the seam hidden, and no casting artifacts?[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="Paul M., post: 4465674, member: 73165"]I don't think I've ever seen a totally convincing electrotype. Even if the details are good (which they typically are on a decent electro), there are no casting bubbles (as you'd see on a very good electro), and the seam not visible, the weight will generally give it away. Even if the seam is not visible, electrotypes can't replicate luster, so that's another tell. Are you saying you have some that are of good weight, with good details, the seam hidden, and no casting artifacts?[/QUOTE]
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