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DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 821 — Real vs Fake: Spotting Fake Resin & 3D-Printed Statues
The rise of high-end resin statues, licensed collectibles, and boutique sculpted figures has created an equally fast-growing market for counterfeit pieces—many of which are produced using unauthorized 3D scans, low-resolution printing, or recast molds. Because these fakes often mimic the general shape of authentic statues while failing to replicate factory-level resin density, sculpt fidelity, or professional paint methods, collectors frequently overestimate authenticity based on surface appearance alone. Subtle differences in weight, texture, assembly, proportions, and packaging are easily missed without a structured evaluation process. Understanding how counterfeit resin and 3D-printed statues are made—and knowing which physical traits cannot be convincingly faked—is essential for avoiding costly mistakes and accurately determining whether a statue is legitimate.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 821 gives you a complete, non-destructive workflow for evaluating resin and 3D-printed statues using the same observational techniques employed in professional authentication. You’ll learn how authenticators assess materials, sculpt fidelity, surface texture, paint execution, assembly quality, edition numbering, packaging indicators, and other physical clues that reliably expose unauthorized reproductions.
Inside this guide, you’ll learn how to:
Identify the main counterfeit production methods, including 3D printing and resin recasting
Recognize surface texture issues, print lines, sanding marks, and detail loss
Evaluate resin density, weight distribution, and material behavior
Distinguish authentic paint techniques from simplified or rushed counterfeit finishes
Detect sculpt inaccuracies, proportion issues, and missing fine details
Spot assembly red flags like misaligned joints, weak magnets, or excess glue
Verify bases, plaques, edition numbers, and manufacturer markings
Evaluate packaging, foam inserts, and certificates for authenticity
Know when to seek professional statue authentication
Whether you're assessing licensed collectibles, limited-edition statues, artist sculpts, or high-end resin displays, this guide provides the expert structure needed to evaluate authenticity with confidence—before you buy, sell, or certify any statue.
Digital Download — PDF • 8 Pages • Instant Access
The rise of high-end resin statues, licensed collectibles, and boutique sculpted figures has created an equally fast-growing market for counterfeit pieces—many of which are produced using unauthorized 3D scans, low-resolution printing, or recast molds. Because these fakes often mimic the general shape of authentic statues while failing to replicate factory-level resin density, sculpt fidelity, or professional paint methods, collectors frequently overestimate authenticity based on surface appearance alone. Subtle differences in weight, texture, assembly, proportions, and packaging are easily missed without a structured evaluation process. Understanding how counterfeit resin and 3D-printed statues are made—and knowing which physical traits cannot be convincingly faked—is essential for avoiding costly mistakes and accurately determining whether a statue is legitimate.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 821 gives you a complete, non-destructive workflow for evaluating resin and 3D-printed statues using the same observational techniques employed in professional authentication. You’ll learn how authenticators assess materials, sculpt fidelity, surface texture, paint execution, assembly quality, edition numbering, packaging indicators, and other physical clues that reliably expose unauthorized reproductions.
Inside this guide, you’ll learn how to:
Identify the main counterfeit production methods, including 3D printing and resin recasting
Recognize surface texture issues, print lines, sanding marks, and detail loss
Evaluate resin density, weight distribution, and material behavior
Distinguish authentic paint techniques from simplified or rushed counterfeit finishes
Detect sculpt inaccuracies, proportion issues, and missing fine details
Spot assembly red flags like misaligned joints, weak magnets, or excess glue
Verify bases, plaques, edition numbers, and manufacturer markings
Evaluate packaging, foam inserts, and certificates for authenticity
Know when to seek professional statue authentication
Whether you're assessing licensed collectibles, limited-edition statues, artist sculpts, or high-end resin displays, this guide provides the expert structure needed to evaluate authenticity with confidence—before you buy, sell, or certify any statue.
Digital Download — PDF • 8 Pages • Instant Access