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January 06, 2022

Overmolding & Dual Molding: What’s the Difference?

January 06, 2022/ Will Hafner
Overmolding & Dual Molding: What’s the Difference?

What is an overmolded LEGO piece? We’ve all heard this term bounced around in the community, but what exactly is it, and is it the same as a dual mold? Today we’ll take a brief look at both.

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January 06, 2022/ Will Hafner/ 3 Comments
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