? Restoring early 20's Ludwig Snare Drum

[RIDrummer]

Hi, this is my first post, I recently acquired an early 1920's 10 lug maple snare drum. The drum needs refinishing. The question I have is on the shell finish, the drum was originally black (under badge). There is also the word "black" stenciled on the inside of the shell which is covered with a thin black wash. The shell at one point was sanded and repainted unprofessionally in a white coat. I know it is best to leave vintage drums alone but I would really like to get this drum back to its original black color. Would I be depreciating the value of the drum by doing this? Thanks for any advice you can give me. RIDrummer

[Webmaster]

The value at this point should be improved if it is closer to original as possible. Since it has already been changed to what you have at the moment I think a professional finish should improve the drum.

Is the value going to be a big difference? Not that great, but better.

Make sure you take plenty of before and after pictures

David

[RIDrummer]

Thanks Dave, appreciate the information, it really needs a face lift.