William, don't get me wrong, your work is amazing and the fact that you use vintage materials whenever possible makes a world of difference (not all glove restorers do this, unfortunately). You posed a perfect example with the G41, that's one I'd be hesitant to restore, and I think most will be in agreement, because of the possibility of diminished value. Even then, it's ultimately up to the owner. If he wants to keep it and will enjoy it more after refurbishment, go for it. On the other hand, if he only wants to restore it in hopes of realizing a higher sales price, that mentality may backfire.
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