So this is a weird one - grabbed some Scubapro fins off FB Marketplace. Just wanted something cheap for the pool and maybe snorkeling. Wore them tonight; was rinsing them off at my house and it's like black ink/dye is just pouring off them. I noticed in my car there were black splotches on things and I was like, "What the...?!?" Has anyone ever experienced this? I can't figure out what is happening. Is this a "these fins are too old?" sort of issue? The rubber was still soft and flexible so I thought they were okay. Even if I get the water to run clear, as soon as I rub them in the water the dye runs again. Completely mystifying.
Black dye from fina
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Still Kicking
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FB Marketplace? My guess -- "Shoe polish will make these look brand new!"
OMyMyOHellYes
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I think the seller was trying to fool you into thinking they were in better shape than they actually were by applying polish or some other coloring to cover age or wear.
No, they’re saying that whoever sold them to you might have used black shoe polish or black marker to make them look new, so they would sell more quickly. If that’s the case, then give them a good scrubbing with Dawn dish soap and a brush.
Beyond what was mentioned above, I can’t think of anything that would be causing what you’re describing. Age shouldn’t cause something like that.
Good luck,
Erik
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