hey all,
ive got a 1965 Ludwig set (i think its a Traveler based on the hardware that attaches the rack tom) with black gloss wrap. The wood hoops on the kick drum are original, but the paint is chipped off in a bunch of spots all the way around, especially where the tension rods attach, and where the kick pedal attached. also, the pearl strip inlay on one of the hoops is missing. anyway, would it be a good idea to sand these down and repaint them? or just leave as-is? also, where could i get a replacement mother of pearl strip to replace the one that is gone. thanks in advance. i really enjoy gabbin about this stuff with you guys.