Well shucks! My skins that once matched are not even close now. I have seen this before when the scales come off the color changes a bunch. It doesnt matter much to me or the critters that will get stuck by it! The more I build the less I worry about cosmetics. Tiller and durability are tops on my list. I got her dipped once and I will spray 2-3 coats of satin Helmsman over it this afternoon to knock the shine down. I happy with the cow horn tips.