Disclaimer

General Disclaimer

The information provided by DieCastVault (“https://www.alloyblue.com”) is for general informational and educational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site.

The use of any information or tools from this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your responsibility to ensure that any information or tools available through this website meet your specific requirements and circumstances.

Not Investment, Valuation, or Price Advice

DieCastVaultis a hobby and collecting resource. It does not buy, sell, appraise, authenticate, insure, or set prices for die-cast or scale models, and nothing on this site — including the Condition Grade Guide — should be interpreted as investment advice, a valuation, an appraisal, or price guidance of any kind. Grades our tool returns describe physical condition only (finish, chips, moving parts, decals, completeness); they do not estimate what a model is worth. If you need a valuation or appraisal, consult a qualified professional appraiser or established dealer.

Verify Measurements and Specifications

Scale conversions, display-case fit, mixing ratios, wash dilutions, and shelf-load figures on DieCastVaultare informational only and are general estimates based on the numbers you enter and common hobby conventions. Real-world outcomes vary by the specific model, manufacturer tolerances, paint brand and formulation, and the shelving or case product you actually use. Before you cut, glue, paint, or load a shelf, measure your own models and check the manufacturer’s specifications for paint, adhesive, and shelving.

Not Professional Advice

Content and tools on DieCastVault, including the Scale Converter, Display Case Size Planner, Paint Mix Ratio Calculator, Condition Grade Guide, Weathering Wash Ratio Calculator, and Shelf Load & Weight Calculator, are for educational and informational purposes only and are not a substitute for a manufacturer’s specifications, a professional appraiser, or your own measurements. They do not constitute professional appraisal, valuation, structural engineering, or safety-certification advice of any kind. The figures and suggestions our tools provide are general estimates, not guarantees of results. Always verify measurements, mixing ratios, and load ratings against the actual model, paint, and shelving you use before committing money, time, or materials.

Tool Accuracy and Limitations

Calculation Accuracy

Our calculators and tools provide estimates based on standard hobby conventions, the figures you enter, widely-accepted formulas, and common guidelines. Results should be used as starting points and planning aids, not absolute values or guaranteed outcomes.

Factors Affecting Accuracy

Actual results may vary significantly due to:

• Manufacturer Variation: Real-world scale tolerances, casting variation, and how a specific manufacturer rounds a nominal scale.
• Materials: Paint brand, thinner type, humidity, and temperature, and how each affects mixing and drying.
• Storage Conditions: The shelving, case, or cabinet you choose, and how well it suits your models and space.
• Measurement Factors: Self-measured figures, rounding, estimation, and differences between estimated and actual numbers.

Our Recommendations

For best results with your collection:

• Use tool results as starting points and planning aids, not absolute values.
• Always consider the specific model, paint, and shelving involved.
• Check important measurements against the physical piece before you cut or mix.
• Consult manufacturer specifications and trusted hobby resources for specific questions.
• Compare multiple sources to improve future decisions.

What This Site Does Not Provide

DieCastVault tools and content do not constitute:

• Investment or Valuation Advice: Information about scale, condition, and display is general only and is never a substitute for a professional appraisal. Do not use this site to price a model.
• Safety or Structural Certification:Our shelf-load estimates are educational only and never replace a shelving manufacturer’s own rated capacity and installation instructions.
• Guaranteed Outcomes: Calculator outputs are planning aids only and are not a guarantee of fit, finish, or condition.
• Certified Expertise: Our content supplements but does not replace manufacturer documentation or professional restoration guidance.

Consider consulting other sources for:

• Model valuations, authentication, or appraisals
• Manufacturer-specific paint, adhesive, or finishing recommendations
• Rated load capacity for a specific shelving or cabinet product
• Restoration of a rare, vintage, or damaged piece
• Major purchasing decisions specific to your collection

No Warranty

DieCastVault expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that our tools, calculations, or information are error-free, accurate, or complete, or that our website will be available without interruption at all times.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall DieCastVault be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including without limitation damages for spoiled materials, damaged models, lost time, goodwill, use, or data arising out of or related to your use of our tools and services.

User Responsibility

By using DieCastVault tools and services, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You will use your own judgment, and consult manufacturer specifications or a qualified professional, when applying our recommendations to your specific situation.
• You will verify calculation results and seek additional sources of information before committing paint, adhesive, or materials to a model.
• You are responsible for seeking a professional appraisal for any question about a model’s worth.
• You assume all risks associated with building, displaying, storing, and restoring models, and the use of our tools and information.

External Links Disclaimer

The site may contain links to other websites or content originating from third parties. Such external links are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness by us. We do not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party websites linked through the site.

Advertising Disclaimer

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Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of our website and tools after any changes indicates your acceptance of the modified disclaimer.

Contact Us

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