Hello All Contributors!

chris125 - brilliant!
I think I'd be happy either way with that old thumper...
No, that's not quite right... I think I'd be happier, long term,
with the original patina; provided it was in sound, running condition. No, wait ...

Your photo is a great illustration of the differing mind-sets needed in
considering how to proceed. Some changes can be undone; others cannot.

I guess, that is why this is such a personal and important topic.

prd - damn! You got me. How about ...
Collecting is like Dr Who meets Wall Street: It all about time, space and money. laugh

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JACK

p.s. I'd like to close this topic off shortly; so that it is a handy reference
guide to this important question. For obvious reasons, I have placed it as a
sticky topic in this Paint and Decals forum.

If anyone would like to make additional comment then please do so.