You're right Mark, it's a lot to think about and I'd hate to loose my acetate in the mail, but the possibility of having the songs digitized is very tempting...very tempting, indeed. I just have to figure out how to get the acetate out of the frame. I looked at it today and it's not built to be taken apart, but there must be a way to get the acetate out without destroying the frame. Also, I may know where I can find another copy of the acetate, but I don't know the owner personally or if he would be willing to lend it to me to have it digitized. But I guess It doesn't hurt to ask.
Once it's been transferred into a digital format, I guess it's just a matter of finding someone who can press it into vinyl, correct? BTW, the acetate was made in 1967, so it's pretty old. From what you said about the shelf life of acetates, how big of a problem do you think this would be?
One last word - Thanks Mark, for all your interest and support in wanting to preserve the Knight Raiders one-an-done recording. That goes for everyone on this thread who has shown interest in the Knight Raiders through your kind comments and 'thumbs up.' As I've said before, it warms my heart to know so many of you enjoy the music of an obscure garage band from the 60's.
Steve