Hi Dr. I own a Slingerland 3-ply Artist snare that is from the 1970-1972 period judging by it's badge, Black and Silver Niles, Ill serial #27466. I am planning to have it's interior repainted to it's original Tan-Beige color. A while ago I stripped it's interior-I wish I had not done that!!! At that time I was going for a natural maple inner ply look and was going to re-lacquer on top. But now have decided to have the interior repainted to, as close as possible, it's original look. I am not an expert painter, so I am seeking someone to do this for me. Who do you know of or recommend that does repainting of Shell interiors? I had e-mailed you about a month ago and you had sent me a photo, and had said that in my Artist's serial number range the Tan paint was thick, almost opaque. The only one I know of is Jack Lawton from Lawton Drums. His expertise is more with vintage Ludwig Drums, so I am not sure if he is the person to contact regarding repainting the interior of my Slingerland 3-ply Artist Snare. Any info or advice would be great. Thanks again for all your knowledge and expertise! Phil Cormier Fitchburg, Mass 01420