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Would anybody be kind enough to chime in on this?
This is a Super Ludwig snare that has a Leedy head, & Leedy throw, missing many old expensive parts , ( & possibly several extra holes). A nice old...
13 years agoGrestch Badge ID
Gretsch bass drums didn't use a tack, they had large grommet holes.
13 years agoCool Old Drum Practice Pads
Mike, I'm sure you have a number of these. They are not really rare, but are my all time favorite. The aesthetic appeal is obvious, but they als...
13 years agointeresting cymbal
Maker, & date from this photo ? ? ?. Just email the seller for info !
13 years agoPaiste Formula 602
What is the serial # ? ..& is there a PAISTE stamp above the number ?
13 years agohow to age gold plated hoops
Instead of ruining your finish, it may be better to put something on top of it to make it look aged. Muraic acid is hydrochoric acid, & can be very r...
13 years agoShow us your re-finished and re-wrapped drums
This snare was found, house painted black,... shell, all hardware & heads. In the end, a Mahogany stain & Tung oil finish give a very natural look.
13 years agoWhat color are my Gracy's?
This clearly seems to be BDP. Why would you even doubt it ? ?
13 years agoNot to be rehabilitated
You definitely found an Oldy ! Thanks for the photo. It's difficult to guess the size of this drum, it looks somewhat small. The marching signal d...
13 years agohow to age gold plated hoops
There are spray lacquers available that give a variety of antique finishes. They are usually sold for Brass, & can be found in Hardware stores.
13 years agoRestoring 1971 Ludwig Psychedelic Red
The hoop inlays were usually just stapled on the ends to hold them in place, & not glued. If you carefully get under the ends & remove the staples,...
13 years ago1960's Ludwig Snare - Is it a Refinish?
White interior, date c. 65-66, (grommet untouched ?). This was a stripped Duco.... Still it will be a nice snare, & very handsome, (price should ha...
13 years agoBad Vibes from L-arm cymbal mount
Does your center post have a good rubber insulation so the cymbal is not touching metal ? I always use clear tubing from Home Depot on all my cymbal...
13 years agoWhen does Ludwig {w/in BLACK } Double Tom mount show up
Here are 2 versions from The Ludwig Book. Which did you mean ?
13 years agoSlingerland Radio King ID help
This RK was completely painted black, hardware & all when I got it. I finished it w/ Mahogany stain, & finally Tung oil. This does not have a thick...
13 years ago