CDLehner said:^^ Yeah, thanks guys; I'm pretty happy with the results.
I'm with ILF here; the Acetone seemed to come and go in a hurry. Plus...between sanding and re-conditioning; it's not like sticks are going right back in under that lid.
OK, well...after some sanding and closer inspection; things are worse than I first thought.
I thought this spot; was residue, that I could get sanded off.
Turns out...that's lid, that did come off with the removal of that other crap.
You can also tell...it's lined, with thin veneer; and not a more substantial slice of Spanish Cedar (hey...I said it wasn't anything special, in terms of construction; I just happen to like the box, and I already have it).
So...I think I can fix the looks, and improve functionality; with some 1/8" or 1/4" planks...lining the top (and covering that damage) and bottom. Question is...how best to secure those? LOL
Maybe MMs super 3M tape??