This is far and away the best UV blacklight I have ever come across. It works even under florescent light.
uvBeast V2 - Black Light UV Flashlight with HIGH Definition with Flood Effect 385-395nm UV Best for Commercial/Domestic Use Works Even in Ambient Light https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078Y6G469/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 On Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 11:33 AM Alan Heimann <alanheim...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hi Helmut ..what is this wrapping yr using exactly ..link ?..and speaking > of links nice to see yr name Sean ..sure yr law practice is very > successful..best Alan > > On Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 11:16 AM Sean Linkenback <s...@llpslaw.com> wrote: > >> If that is something that won't stick to the posters, that sounds like a >> great idea Helmut. >> Just seems that masking tape is at the very bottom of the list of things >> you should use around posters. >> >> >> On Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 11:04 AM <texasmu...@web.de> wrote: >> >>> I'm not using any tape at all when packing posters. Instead, everything >>> I send out is wrapped in thin plastic foil that I buy on 600 meter rolls. >>> It perfectly secures the poster inside the cardboard backing and makes the >>> package waterproof as well. >>> >>> Helmut >>> >>> www.filmposter.net >>> >>> >>> *Gesendet:* Freitag, 06. Oktober 2023 um 19:52 Uhr >>> *Von:* "Sean Linkenback" <s...@llpslaw.com> >>> *An:* MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU >>> *Betreff:* Re: [MOPO] Some basic items that EVERY movie memorabilia >>> collector should consider owning! >>> Great list Bruce, though I will add that I consider a small portable >>> black light at least as important as a really strong regular light when >>> attempting to detect restoration. Especially when you are looking at pieces >>> backed on heavy board (and as you mentioned a bright light alone usually >>> doesn't cut it there). >>> >>> Seeing your mention of bestine to "save the day" though does make me >>> remember one question I am always meaning to ask you: Why exactly does >>> Emovieposter use paper-damaging masking tape when packing up parcels for >>> customers, instead of the far more paper friendly "blue" tape that most >>> other major auction houses/dealers use? Surely using blue tape will result >>> in a lot less situations where bestine is needed to save the day. I also >>> find the blue tape a lot more friendly on the polybags/packing supplies in >>> allowing them to be reused and helping keep everything a little bit greener. >>> >>> Best, >>> >>> Sean >>> >>> >>> On Fri, Oct 6, 2023 at 9:05 AM Bruce Hershenson < >>> brucehershen...@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> *Did you know that there are some basic items that EVERY movie >>>> memorabilia collector should consider owning? We are often contacted by >>>> collectors with various concerns or requests that pertain to collecting >>>> movie paper such as "how can I protect the tear in my poster without >>>> restoration", "how can I safely remove this piece of tape", "how can I more >>>> easily open packages", etc. So we thought it would be helpful to make a >>>> list of some of the items we think ALL movie paper collectors should >>>> strongly consider owning: *Lineco Document Repair Tape and Lineco >>>> Transparent Mending Tissue - This is tape that is safe for use on movie >>>> paper. You can use it on the back of items to secure tears. *Bestine (or >>>> "Un-du") - This is a solvent that can dissolve the sticky part of tape >>>> making the tape easily removed without damage to movie paper and is >>>> therefore super useful in removing tape from older posters, and also can >>>> "save the day" if you accidentally get tape stuck to a poster when removing >>>> it from a package. NOTE: This is a highly flammable and dangerous substance >>>> and should only be used in a well ventilated area, and ONLY if you are at >>>> least somewhat "handy" and will be EXTREMELY careful using it. Be sure to >>>> read ALL of the manufacture's warnings before use. *A utility knife, Xacto >>>> knife, or similar - This is wonderful for opening well packed packages >>>> (such as those eMoviePoster.com uses). NOTE: You should always cut with >>>> care as these knives are extremely sharp and WILL cut through several >>>> pieces of cardboard with ease, and can also cut into YOU with even greater >>>> ease. You definitely do NOT want to accidentally cut your movie paper (or >>>> yourself)! *A REALLY strong light (like 400 watts or stronger) - This is >>>> wonderful if you own or are considering buying restored items. When you >>>> hold those items up before a light source like this, you will likely be >>>> able to practically "see" right through the linen or paper backing, and you >>>> can likely see the extent of the restoration. You will need some practice >>>> to know how to interpret what you see in some cases, but in many cases it >>>> will be very obvious (like where a large hole was recreated by being >>>> painted over). But be prepared to be shocked in some cases, because some >>>> auctions describe some items as having "minor fold and border restoration", >>>> when the actual restoration is far greater, because they are counting on >>>> the buyers not being knowledgeable to know the difference. And also, know >>>> that if an item (usually a window card, half-sheet or insert) is backed >>>> onto a heavy board backing, you likely can't get a light bright enough to >>>> shine through it, but just the fact that this kind of restoration was >>>> performed is almost a guarantee that the restoration was extensive. And >>>> also, when acrylic paint is used, you also may have trouble seeing "through >>>> it", but again, just the fact that this kind of restoration was performed >>>> is almost a guarantee that the restoration was extensive. And it is not >>>> that you shouldn't buy restored items, just that you should be accurately >>>> informed as to how much restoration the item has had, either by the seller, >>>> or by you, examining the item in the way described above. Once you know the >>>> truth, you can better decide how much to pay. *A map file or other storage >>>> equipment - As we all know, movie paper can be very valuable, so why not >>>> store it in a way that best protects your investment? A map file is a great >>>> way to do this if you have space because it allows you to store >>>> one-sheet-size and smaller posters unfolded and flat. Boxes or tubes are >>>> also acceptable if you don't have the space (or funds) for a large map >>>> file. --for more information about storage, please go the following link: >>>> "Did you know... that many people have different views on how to best store >>>> their movie paper collection?" >>>> at >>>> https://www.emovieposter.com/tips_archive.php?id=409&searchterms=best%20store >>>> <https://www.emovieposter.com/tips_archive.php?id=409&searchterms=best%20store> >>>> *A digital camera or phone with an excellent built-in camera - Either is an >>>> invaluable tool for when you want to get advice from someone online about >>>> your posters or share images of your favorite posters with the world OR if >>>> you want to offer items for sale *Spreadsheet or database software - A >>>> great tool for cataloging one's collection (and there are free ones such as >>>> LibreOffice or GoogleDocs). You will have to have a little higher level of >>>> computer expertise to easily use such software (although, we hear >>>> GoogleDocs makes things fairly easy), but enlisting the help of a "computer >>>> nerd" family member can get you on the path to using this software. You may >>>> also be able to find commercial "collection" software to aid you in >>>> cataloging your collection, but we don't know of any good software that is >>>> specifically dedicated to movie paper. NOTE: Copies of the last two items >>>> above (digital photos of your collection AND your collection list in your >>>> online software) need to be stored somewhere completely separate from your >>>> collection! Otherwise in the event of a disaster, you will not have proof >>>> of what you owned, but if you DO have both of these, you will have an >>>> excellent chance of filing (and collecting) on an insurance claim. THIS HAS >>>> BEEN A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM EMOVIEPOSTER.COM >>>> <http://EMOVIEPOSTER.COM>!* >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> >>>> Virus-free.www.avg.com >>>> <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail> >>>> >>>> ------------------------------ >>>> >>>> To unsubscribe from the MoPo-L list, click the following link: >>>> https://listserv.american.edu/scripts/wa-american.exe?SUBED1=MoPo-L&A=1 >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> >>> To unsubscribe from the MoPo-L list, click the following link: >>> https://listserv.american.edu/scripts/wa-american.exe?SUBED1=MoPo-L&A=1 >>> >> >> >> -- >> >> >> >> >> ------------------------------ >> >> To unsubscribe from the MoPo-L list, click the following link: >> https://listserv.american.edu/scripts/wa-american.exe?SUBED1=MoPo-L&A=1 >> > > ------------------------------ > > To unsubscribe from the MoPo-L list, click the following link: > https://listserv.american.edu/scripts/wa-american.exe?SUBED1=MoPo-L&A=1 > Visit the MoPo Mailing List Web Site at www.filmfan.com ___________________________________________________________________ How to UNSUBSCRIBE from the MoPo Mailing List Send a message addressed to: lists...@listserv.american.edu In the BODY of your message type: SIGNOFF MOPO-L The author of this message is solely responsible for its content.
