"It's only the metod of how you explained you used cleaning agents such as oils and sandpapers to remove burns (or whatever) that I've commented on; and that comment was that you were removing part of the material by doing so and that was damaging the original chip"

We are going to have to disagree. As I mentioned in another post, polishing a car removes part of the clear coat. Would you agree that a polished car looks better than a washed car. That is the correct comparison to make. A crest and seal is perfectly smooth with a "clear coat" on it. It is not a coin and should not be compared with such.

I would mention several other "Big Time" c&s collectors that agree with me, but why drag them into my quagmires.

BTW, your comments are always either subtle attacks or put downs. It sticks in my craw and prompts my constant counterattacks.

Like Archie said, to each his own is my motto and I wish was your motto.