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Leather softener?
Tim-- I've used mink oil as well as the other softener and although it works well, it doesn't really penetrate. I elected to use the stiff leather to...
12 years agoLeather softener?
I was making some straps for a Gretsch Floating Action, and found a synthetic leather used for horse harnesses. The goal was to find something that wo...
12 years agoLeather softener?
I had some straps made for the Rogers Swivomatic I'm working on. The ones that came with it, while great looking, were pretty worn and probably stret...
12 years agoWMP re-wrap?
OUCH! One snare drum, could be a DIY project.... that's a bit of overhead!
12 years agoWMP re-wrap?
Well the 3 or 4 sheets thing is too deep for me. If I plunge at all, I think I'll use the Precision wrap, and have them, or someone from the forum fi...
12 years agoAnyone do re-wraps?
Shipping: I'm in Michigan, 49053 - And it is one drum only -- a 14 x 5.5 snare. Simplifies things?
12 years agoWMP re-wrap?
WHOA!! Stop the presses! I was just googling* around with the "Dixieland" term and came across this pic: http://www.centerstagem.com/forum/gallery/...
12 years agoWMP re-wrap?
Just searching for the ultimate re-wrap thread...haven't found it yet. But I did find one disucssing the merits of various colors. It'll be a re-wrap...
12 years agoAnyone do re-wraps?
Ah, yes. And I'll bet if I started out and got into a jam, I could get plenty of help, right? Cool1 But just in case I wanted to farm it out...anyon...
12 years agoAnyone do re-wraps?
I just bought a Gretsch Round Badge Dixieland from ebay, and it needs a re-wrap. I emailed Precision, and they can do it, so that's a choice. But is t...
12 years agoThe Ludwig Book by Rob Cook in pdf
I know zero about the publishing business, and I don't own a bookstore. But my guess would be no, there is no electronic version of this book. Somew...
12 years agoSingle flange hoops for Gretsch Dixieland snare
Ah, good news. Thanks for the info. If I can judge by the photos, they look to be about the same age as the rest of the drum. A web page I've visited...
12 years agoSingle flange hoops for Gretsch Dixieland snare
After the help I got yesterday, I decided to buy the snare on ebay, a Gretsch 60's (?) Dixieland. I was making a quick decision. It needs work, but...
12 years agoNeed a quick answer on re-wrap
Curtis -- I appreciate your help. I'm going for it. Yes Sir
12 years agoNeed a quick answer on re-wrap
Thanks Curtis... DIY kind of thing? Their testimonials sure make it sound like it ain't too bad...
12 years ago