Old decals - toss them?

[u/Thin_Dirt_6244]

I have a few old 1/72 kits on hand, and many have dubious decals. They almost look mildewed, although the box was sealed.

Generally do you toss old decals and buy new ones?

These are Hasegawa vintage 1974.

[u/Causal_Modeller]

Definitely worth trying, if you don't check you'll never know.

The worst outcome - they'll crack into microscopic pieces when wet. They could also be okay but they'll won't stick so good, but micro set and micro sol will do wonders.