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Wood Veneer
Just finished the 12 " tom in the paper-backed Rosewood veneer. I'm pleased with the result. ~K Excited
16 years agoCoronet Drums
Yes, they are Zildjians indeed. Are you saying $250 each cymbal? This seems to be what they are going for on Eflay uh....Ebay The cymbals are modern a...
16 years agoCoronet Drums
Yes, That's a big help... As far as vintage value goes, what are they worth? Here's the round up....of stuff: It's a jazz kit in nitron like black, v...
16 years agoCoronet Drums
Hi, Anyone hear of "Coronet" brand drums? Someone is selling a kit locally. ~K
16 years agoPolishing Vintage Cymbals
Thanks for your wisdom. ~K
16 years agoTheoretically speaking.....
Interesting what your friend did,,,or was that you Jaye?? History does illustrate the fact that when you treat someone properly, the world becomes a...
16 years agoPolishing Vintage Cymbals
I have some 60's era Zildjians, 14" New Beat hats, 20" medium (I would guess) ride and a 17" thin crash with 6 existing rivet holes. I'm not a great...
16 years agoWood Veneer
Lucky, I thought you had the nicest drums on the site???x-mas1 I just picked up some paper-backed rosewood veneer. I will keep you posted on how this...
16 years agoTheoretically speaking.....
You're right. One man's garbage is another man's gold. Somtimes I defer to moralising way too quickly. Each circumstance is different. I have to admit...
16 years agoWood Veneer
Lucky, I checked out your Rosewood kit on images...gorgeous. Looks like an oil rubbed finish? I found paper-backed rosewood veneer at the site referre...
16 years agoTheoretically speaking.....
Temptation is all around us... The kid really has a right to know about equipment. Offer him the $300 they are worth. Ethically, it would be better to...
16 years agoWood Veneer
Yes. good advice. I did wonder about the potential of thin veneers to absorb stain and laquers. What about "oil rub" finishes? !K
16 years agoWood Veneer
In the photo are the bare bones Sonors (early 60's teardrops 20,16,12). I'm thinking Beech Veneer to "keep it natural" ? If it were not for thehresid...
16 years agoWood Veneer
Hi Gar, That wrap is well done! The kit looks fantastic..and a nice jazz set-up.Cool1 I think I will go ahead with the Sonor shells in Beech, as that...
16 years agoWood Veneer
Sounds like the paper backed is the way to go. Thanks! My question also has to do with aesthetics, is veneer nicer than wrap in some cases? I saw some...
16 years ago