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70's Ludwig project.
Top notch, Sir. Can't wait to see some shinny hardware on them. Thanks for the photos. Creighton
10 years agoBeare & Son Drum
Welcome to the forum! Very nice drum. Regret I can't help with any information. How big is it and what are your plans? Thanks! Creighton
10 years agoRing in Gretsch marcher.
Only heard on single notes. Suspect an issue with the mylar heads. Was hoping to have calfs on the way by now. Not to be. Single tension design of the...
10 years agoYardsale Score: LEEDY!
Outstanding kit. The only thing I would put on that finish is top shelf wax made for lacquer paint. Anything you spray is permanent and can't be remov...
10 years agoSlingerland '70s chrome/steel snare?
Just finished cleaning a $75 Niles Festival. Case, stand and practice pad included. The chrome plating on everything except the lugs is very thin. I...
10 years agoSlingerland '70s chrome/steel snare?
Just finished cleaning a $75 Niles Festival. Case, stand and practice pad included. The chrome plating on everything except the lugs is very thin. I...
10 years agoWent to get one, came home with two :-)
Okay, Slingerland Festival is done. Gretsch marcher will need further hardware work when I get back home. Marcher weighs in at a 6 Lbs. Enjoy. Creigh...
10 years agoLeedy Broadway Duco snare 95% complete
Great job!! Thanks for the photos. Creighton
10 years agoSlingerland kit on Craingslist - value?
The 26" will be thunder in an enclosed space. Make sure any cats/dogs have hearing protection :-) Mine is in the basement and the neighbor can hear it...
10 years ago1929 Ludwig & Ludwig Emerald Green Pearl Standard Model
Great snare and very well done on the restoration. Thanks for the pictures! Creighton
10 years agoSlingerland Snare Drum
Looks like a Festival but don't know if they made those in wood. Creighton
10 years agoI'm buying a 40's Radio King set!
Mighty fine set of RK's sir. Congrats!! Extra holes won't hurt the sound but value will take a big hit. Something to ponder before proceeding. Enjoy....
10 years agoWent to get one, came home with two :-)
Hey Robyn, Thank you so much for the well wishes!! Just will take time to get everyone mended. I have joined the modern world (under protest) and hav...
10 years agoWent to get one, came home with two :-)
Thanks all! Wish the folks were doing better. This flu is kicking my butt and the folks are in their 80's. Wayne, I'll put in on a scale in the am. I...
10 years agoWent to get one, came home with two :-)
John, Slingerland original reso head is ripped so don't know yet :-(. I figured wall hanger as well on the Gretsch marcher. Getting the bits back to...
10 years ago