One of the features that made the history of Martini graphics on Lancia rally cars is undoubtedly to be found in the very successful combination of the Martini livery with the Martini logo stickers. These stickers at the time were silkscreened in large quantities because it was not possible to print less than a few hundred copies. They had unique characteristics, such as mirror gold and very covering and homogeneous color tints.
Here are some images reproducing the legendary original Martini stickers of the time ....
THE STUDY AND RESEARCH
The stickers we produced until a few years ago, although representing a good product with excellent resistance, did not possess all the characteristics of the originals. But we were not the only manufacturers to have some problems in producing the replica of these particular stickers. Even those seen on many other cars around Europe did not convince us completely, there was always some element that did not work or was not consistent with the original stickers: sometimes it was a non-similar color, sometimes it was the presence of large steps between the colors, other times it was the loss of the original color of the mirror gold or the hold of the sticker on surfaces that were not smooth like those of historic cars.
THE CHALLENGE
We didn't want to settle, knowing that somewhere there was the right recipe to make everything fit and reach our goal. Easier said than done! The only viable path was to dedicate our time and resources to further improve our knowledge of adhesive materials and study a methodology that would allow us to obtain an excellent result that was at the same time economically sustainable.
A bit like an alchemist in search of the magic formula, we began to spend several months studying, experimenting and correcting and coming close to the desired result several times without fully obtaining it, until one fine day the first replica of the new Martini sticker materialized in front of us. The newly born product even surpassed the original reference sticker, we had managed to find our little magic formula at home.
OUR PRODUCT TODAY
We have named these new stickers MARTINI DELUXE.
What are the main features of MARTINI DELUXE logo stickers?
great hold and resistance to atmospheric agents and abrasions
Supplied in original size and color and with mirror gold that does not fade
manufactured with a screen printing process as in the era but with extremely high resistance
smooth to the touch (without steps between the colors) like the original stickers of the time and without overlapping colors (abundances) which are actually unsightly.
To meet all needs as much as possible, Pubblimais also produces a cheaper version of Martini stickers called DIGITAL. MARTINI DIGITAL stickers are made with excellent materials but, while remaining an excellent product, do not boast all the top features present instead with MARTINI DELUXE.
To discover the differences between MARTINI DELUXE and DIGITAL visit our TECHNICAL DATA SHEET page
THE OFFICIAL DIMENSIONS
A very interesting thing is that Pubblimais has the official measurements of all the Martini stickers that sponsored the Lancia cars involved in the World Rally Championships in the Golden Years of racing.
What does this mean? Simple! If you need a Martini sticker for the front hood of a Lancia Delta 16v, for the sides of a Delta S4 or for the rear side of a 037 and you don't know the measurements, don't panic! We will be able to provide you with the stickers already in the correct dimensions. Don't worry, we will also be able to prepare Martini stickers with custom dimensions in case you need other measurements.
AVAILABILITY
At the time of writing, in the Shop you can find three products related to Martini stickers: the complete Martini sticker Kits for Lancia Delta HF World Champion 1987-92 (4WD, 8v, 16v, Evo), for Lancia Rally 037 and for Delta S4 . For each Kit it will be possible to choose between the DELUXE or DIGITAL versions.
In the near future we are planning to create a new Product page that will allow you to purchase individual Martini stickers and even customize the sizes. Give us a little more time and you will see it online!
YOUR MARTINIS FOR YOUR CAR
Your car decorated with these stickers will acquire an even greater value and will be noticed for its aesthetics on all occasions: rallies events, revivals, races and exhibition fairs.
It's true, our Martini stickers are making many fans happy and this makes us very proud. Enjoy with us some images of our work!
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