Are SF Masterworks made of acid-free paper?
jeff
Posted 2024-10-03 9:32 AM (#30217)
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I am thinking to collect and read them. Did not find any info about their longevity. So asking here.
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lisagarrity
Posted 2024-10-03 10:04 PM (#30220 - in reply to #30217)
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Location: California		I can't speak for the whole run but I have a couple of yellow spined Masterworks and they aren't on acid free paper. I've heard the black spined are more highly regarded but haven't run across any in my area second hand. Vintage SF had an episode about his Masterworks collection that you might find useful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9XRn-eM2wA
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jeff
Posted 2024-10-04 3:22 AM (#30222 - in reply to #30220)
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I messaged Vintage SF yesterday. Waiting for his reply.
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veisergr
Posted 2025-01-21 3:02 PM (#30761 - in reply to #30217)
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Yeah, SF Masterworks books are usually printed on acid-free paper, so they hold up pretty well over time. I?ve had a few in my collection for years now, and they still look good without any signs of yellowing or wear. It?s a nice touch since I like to keep my books in decent shape for a long while.


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alangreece
Posted 2025-02-02 6:04 AM (#31162 - in reply to #30761)
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I'm not sure about all SF Masterworks, but I've got a few and they seem to be pretty decent quality paper. I haven't noticed any yellowing or deterioration, but I'm not an expert on paper types.
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wagemap
Posted 2025-02-03 8:43 PM (#31166 - in reply to #30220)
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lisagarrity - 2024-10-03 10:04 PM

I can't speak for the whole run but I have a couple of yellow spined Masterworks and they aren't on acid free paper. I've heard the black spined are more highly regarded but haven't run across any in my area second hand. Vintage SF had an episode about his Masterworks collection that you might find useful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9XRn-eM2wA



The black-bound versions seem to be more highly regarded, but they can be hard to find in used book form. Thanks for sharing the Vintage SF episode?I'll definitely check it out! Have you come across any particular versions that seem to hold up better over time?"
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