User:Flockconepts/GI JOE Reflocking

Re-flocking GI JOE is the method of replacing the short hair like fibers that were originally glued on the hairline of GI JOE Adventure Team type action figures.

The process is to electro-statically charge short fibers called flock in a charging field, which in turn align themselves perpendicular into a layer of adhesive applied to the action figures head.

Reason for a Re-Flock: Due to water, extreme use, and weak quality control, many Adventure team, Action Man and variations were prone to losing their flocked hair. These balding spots, called “rubs” vary in size from head to head. Having these rubs or in the case of badly damaged flocked head repaired or re-flocked can make them look new and increase their value- if not in market value at the very least to the owner or collector.

There are many Professional Re-Flockers and each one offers their own unique style and quality. The best Professional Re-flocker is subject to personal opinion.

Many have also developed ways to perform re-flocking for themselves using user built equipment and or flock fiber.

Free information and be found at: http://flockconcepts.tripod.com