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So which one is accurate?
we know from the oxidation in the archive photos that the actual prop is untreated/uncoated copper.
we know from the oxidation in the archive photos that the actual prop is untreated/uncoated copper.
Why does this article call it rose gold? It's on the official SW page but is unsigned as to who wrote it. Were they simply guessing at the color or did the prop masters tell them rose gold?
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Press releases and articles are cool, but when it comes down to it, you have to go with what's in the actual movies. Lotsa people have been burned or gotten super excited from a behind the scenes shoot or other details, and then some study shows that the prop shown doesn't match up to anything found in the movies.
In this case we do know this is one of the same props in the film, but the word choice doesn't change the material and visuals.
I'd love to see the study you all are referring to? Is it on the RPF? I agree that the material looks tarnished in the photos, but if a more extensive analysis has already been done I'd like to read about it.
Will your runs with copper&rose gold be given any protection/treatment to resist oxidizing like the prop? And how long does that sort of thing hold for?
(I know nothing of this process)
Great answer - what product would you recommend for a clean/shiny "forever" protectant?
Great answer - what product would you recommend for a clean/shiny "forever" protectant?
Sorry, didn't realize it had already been asked a bunch. I'm a doofus, but thanks for the answer! And thanks for the renaissance wax recommendation.So a lot of folks have asked this. At this time we are NOT planning to treat the copper but will ensure the packaging includes plenty of desiccant to ensure it does not oxidize in transit. Furthermore, the design assembly is such that it can be FULLY disassembled by the customer to allow them to buff and treat the copper (turtle wax, renaissance wax, clear matte polyurethane or anything that will yield a semi hard air barrier will work).
Now the next question is WHY not treat it.
1.) more expense that would get passed on to a consumer that is actually less expensive and easier for a consumer to treat it if they wish.
2.) I KNOW there are going to be folks (cuz we love accuracy) that will want to attempt to achieve the current state effect of the prop and WANT it to tarnish and may even do so in such a way as to achieve the same oxidation locations. Cuz that is the kind of folk we are. Just look at the lengths people go to in order to mimic the effects on the V2 or any other saber. Heck even a single degree of rotation on Graflex grips. We just are that particular. So... if we treated it then it would have to be removed potentially damaging or abrading the material to then let it oxidize vs sending untreated and letting those who want to keep it shiny and fresh just need to slap some turtle wax on there. These method can last from months to years to forever depending on what protectant layer is used.
make sense?
renaissance wax is what they use in museums, but clear matte polyurethane would probably be more durable long term if you plan on handling regularly. Make no mistake copper tarnishes VERY quickly if you are touching it raw.
Not a doofus. Happy to answer.Sorry, didn't realize it had already been asked a bunch. I'm a doofus, but thanks for the answer! And thanks for the renaissance wax recommendation.