[renugaid]

Hi all!

I know this is a common problem with the plastic grados and MS-1s as the writing fades way too easily. A simple accidental wipe is enough to remove the paint. I've done a quick search and I can't find any regarding ways to preserve them better or a suitable replacement paint that will last longer. If I've missed an already existent topic then please direct me there. Thanks

renugaid

 

[moogoob]

I'm keeping my SR80s all black. I think they look nicer this way.

You can probably pick up silver pens at a craft store or office supply store, though in my experience they rub off quite easily too.

 

[Uncle Erik]

I've had good luck with the silver touch-up paint for my car. It's close enough in color and automotive paint holds up considerably better than whatever Grado uses.

The trick is to use a bit of sponge to apply the paint. Cut a square off a kitchen sponge and put the paint on that. Then dab it on carefully. Better to put too little on each time than too much. Using a sponge will keep the paint from dripping down the sides of the letters. That's very, very difficult to do with a brush.

 

[filipelli]

That is some good advice Uncle Erik, I think I will try that out when my grado paint wears off.

 

[BushGuy]

then there is the oft' mentioned advice to use a Silver Sharpie.........but (personally) never felt the necessity to bother. There are soo many ways to identify right from left.

 

[G-man]

if you wanted to personalise them, you might want to consider a red paint. red on black looks nice.