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Burswood Drums
Thanks very much, guys! I suspected as much but, will probably take a look just out of curiosity. As always, I really appreciate your expertise!...
5 years agoBurswood Drums
About an hour ago, my wife informed me that she had seen a set of Burswood Drums at our local Goodwill. I did a bit of googling but, could find very l...
5 years agoWhat is your favorite vintage hardware?
Even though I gig with a big ol' set (7 piece) of vintage Stars, all of my hardware is Ludwig 1400 flat base. I also employ a Ludwig Standard hi-hat a...
5 years agoWooden 14 inch Hoops, Eight Lug
Hi, Guys! Looking for some 14 inch, eight hole wooden hoops for a vintage Star deep (6 1/2 inches) snare that I'm restoring. Old is good! Thanks...
5 years agoLatest Score: Stewarts In Orange/Gold
My very first kit as a kid was a set of Stewarts. I think they were a stencil of Pearl. True? Anyway, nice score, sir!...
5 years agoFixing Shell Cracks?
From OddBall...
5 years agoFixing Shell Cracks?
Hey, DrumBob, If you are going to use Plastic Wood, you might want to try Minwax Woodfiller with Hardener instead. It's more expensive BUT, of a...
5 years agoAny idea on manufacturer of Tom?
The lugs sure look like Star to me but, I've been wrong a few times in my life! Hmmm...the tom mount looks Star as well....
5 years agoSo Who Built My Kit?
I would guess that your search has ended! Judging from the lugs and especially the strainer, I am relatively certain the snare was made by Star. I col...
5 years agoGretsch T-rod Washers
Poetman: I have never played a Gretsch drum in my life but, I had to reply just to let you know how much I greatly respect your striving for perf...
6 years agoWhat is your Favorite Drum Badge??
From OddBall...
6 years agoIdeas for rubber mounting gaskets?
I've used leather purchased from a hobby store. Lots of colours too if you want to get away from basic black....
6 years ago"Fusion" drumkit by New Wave
Fusion by New Sound may have been around since 1951 but, it may not have produced drums at this point. I have a Star conga drum. The badge states, "SI...
6 years agojust discovered "evapo-rust"
I have used Evapo Rust for years and have been completely satisfied with it. I believe that I contributed to a post many months ago about this product...
6 years agoAnother Delusional Crack Smoking Seller
Agree with Mark 100%. I collect and play with vintage stars around this era. Great drums but, still we have to be realistic....
6 years ago