Yes Drew, those are the rings I was referring to. Guess my theory was 'all wet' that this was a telltale sign of recolor as evidence by the new L. C. Smith colors you showed. I think Joe Wood's theory and mention of plugging the pin holes prior to the case color process sure sounds like a way to prevent these rings to me. If i was a gambler I'd be tempted to bet thats how it's done to prevent this ring phenomenon. Thx a lot guys. Your posts made a lot of sense !

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