Unlike plastic models, paper models are incredibly fragile. A kit from 2004 that has been stored poorly will suffer from: Acidic breakdown of the paper fibers.
Since these are rare "1 of 2" editions, scan the pages at high resolution (600 DPI). If you make a mistake on a complex part, you can reprint that specific piece rather than ruining a collector's item. 2. Seal the Ink
Kits from 2004–2012 represent a peak in structural accuracy.