I’d give them more credit then this.

I was wondering this myself as well.

That does makes sense!

Me (and Jvspin as well I assume) weren’t criticizing your work. You’re obviously doing an amazing job.

I thought maybe the MM2’s customer specifically asked you to keep the budget as low as possible or something. Haven’t thought about all those other reasons. Also didn’t noticed it was only the back that was yellowed.

Looking forward to your next updates!

Maybe a few stupid questions to ask but I’m not that familiar with the whole in-depth pin restoration yet:

What does servicing mean when you’re talking about electronics like those boards?
How can you tell a board needs it?
And is it only affected by age or also by use?
And is that something only older boards benefit from or do you do that with newer machines as well? (Although you won’t receive many newer machines for restoration I guess)

EDIT: just trying to learn something here. Hopefully I’ll be able to do some minor repairs on older pins one day.

Why do those flaps have that ‘split’ and what does it change do their behavior when they’re upside down?

And another noob question here:
I see you using different techniques like painting, powdercoating and etching.

What’s etching? Sometimes you still paint over it afterwards. Why not paint straight on the material?

First of all a remake is not the same as an original. It might be the same for us to play with but not the same for all collectors.
Secondly somebody might also have sentimental value to their own pin and want it be in the best state possible. That alone might be priceless.

I don't think anybody will let HEP restore a pin and sell it soon. I don't think that's ever a wise decision from an economical standpoint. I also think this is the reason you son't see a HEP restored pin for sale anytime soon.