[Spectregater]

So I got a set of authentic Dale resistors from a seller on eBay, and while they are in great condition the RH50 is faded to more of a grey color than the other two. I was wondering if you all would suggest I try and paint it back to black or just leave it be. If I paint it then I am afraid it will then be deeper black than the other two. Also painting it will cover the white lettering on the side. Just not sure what to do.

[Kingpin]

Could you post a picture of it against one of your non-faded resistors? I'd go with leaving it as-is.

[Glenn Frederick]

I've seen some that looked more Grey than black but I personally don't mind the differences.

[twmedford23]

I've painted mine with semi gloss acrylic and give the smooth portions a quick rub with 1000 grit sandpaper.

[Spectregater]

I don't know I guess they aren't to bad.

[err404]

I’d try freshening them up a little bit of machine oil and a rag. That may return a bit of luster. In any case, I wouldn’t consider painting those. If you wanted a painted look, you would have been better off with resin casts.

[twmedford23]

https://m.imgur.com/account/TommyMedford/images/NX7pYAh

[Spectregater]

I have resin ones, just wanted the real deal instead.