Ok. I'm not trying to hijack your post here . I've been running "tests" on different clears. I've tested the DV2 against other styles of clear. My "test" consist of just tossing them up in the air and letting them hit a concrete floor. The epoxy seems to chip. The best results I've had with my high tech analysis is when putting on 5 coats of clear lacquer with the airbrush. I can throw these things on the concrete and not chip them. Ive had the eyes pop off but no chips. Are there any drawback to this method other than having to put 5 coats on and some what time consuming?