I'm not sure but I think some of the "original luster" on Victor plated parts is from shellac or lacquer applied over the plating. Ron L -----Original Message----- From: phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org [mailto:phono-l-bounces at oldcrank.org] On Behalf Of John Maeder Sent: Sunday, February 17, 2008 11:28 AM To: phono-l at oldcrank.org Subject: [Phono-L] Gold plating Can anyone direct me to a plater that can replicate the original lustre. I specifically need some Victor parts plated. Thanks! John _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org