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Neither Super Classic or Downbeat?
20-13-16 and 20-12-16 were standard configurations back then, but not common enough for Ludwig to designate them as catalog outfits. However, I have...
15 years agoWFL Strainers
Yes, those original WFL single and twin strainers are very rare, mainly because the long, thin lever broke very easily and so many have been replaced...
15 years agoWanted: 2 Sonor Teardrop era BD T's and Claws
Looking for 2 Sonor Teardrop era BD T's and Claws for a circa 1970 bass drum. Thanks! -Bill
15 years ago1959? 1958? Slingerland Black Diamond
That badge with the loop in the S dates to 1956-59.
15 years agoCloning vintage drumsticks. Any custom makers?
Yes, customdrumsticks.com, that's exactly what those guys specialize in. I've been thinking of having them clone some old Gretsch sticks I have.
15 years agoNow for what I didn't get at the show
Well you know how I feel about this cymbal since we've spoken at length about it. One of the true holy grails. I remember my drum teacher at North T...
15 years agoLeedy & Ludwig I.d.
Great drum! Very rare. I had one last year that was blue sparkle, same solid shell, Imperial lugs, and extension throwoff. A Leedy & Ludwig expert t...
15 years agoInfo Request on K Zildjian Istanbul 20"
There's a period of late type 4 old stamp and early Intermediate stamp K's where the hammering isn't as pronounced or deep. Still great cymbals. Loo...
15 years agoCamco Studio Tuxedo Snare Drum
For some odd reason they often don't get much more than that. I had a beautiful one in WMP that took me quite a while to sell at $375 when the market...
15 years agoHow much would a Gretsch microsensitive strainer fetch?
Well, for a while there they were getting as much as $350 each, but they've since calmed down, and now go for between $150 and $250.
15 years ago1967 Jazzette??? Gold Sparkle
They look beautiful! A Jazzette would have the sizes 18-12-14 with the bass drum being 12x18 rather than 14x18, and generally has the rail at the top...
16 years agoHelp With This Choice, P-l-e-a-s-e!
In general, the downbeat is worth more. Camco snares with Tux lugs sell for between $350 and $500, whereas Downbeats sell for between $500 and $900....
16 years agoSlingy Champagne Color Question
I think these drums demonstrate the difference between the two versions nicely. The bass drum and two toms are from '65, and are the darker, "sandier...
16 years agoCalf and Goat Skin Questionnaire
Remember, most drummers back in the day knew how to tuck (and re-tuck) their own calf heads. It's not that difficult to do...you basically adjust the...
16 years ago21* Istanbul K Zildjian
Looks like an Intermediate Stamp, circa 1960. Value will depend largely on gram weight, soundfile, and condition (cracks, etc.). Is it exactly 21",...
16 years ago