I too am finding this more of a problem with every piece. The chipping, mismolding and flaking of paint is becoming a bigger problem with each piece coming out. Nothing more takes away from the enjoyment of the piece than to find it chipped or having a problem with it. Damage and poor quality of workmanship is the reason why I stopped collecting another collectable line. It is good to know in a way, that others are having problems thought and it is not just me being overly critical (which I know I can be). This growing problem is truly something Harbour Lights should be concerned about.