Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
Since you're asking I'm thinking you don't have very much painting experience. How are you planning to apply the paint?
This sounds to me like a wheel building project - not worth doing except for the satisfaction of doing it yourself.
Unless you want the experience or are doing a restoration that originally used lacquer there is no point in using it. Much better paints (easier to spray, nicer finish, more durable finish) are available than lacquer.