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How many lugs for 13" snare?
Ludwig & WFL used 6 lugs on their 13", & they gave a great crisp voice. Slingerland used 8 lugs on theirs, & were also excellent sounding. Ludwig & L...
13 years agoWFL six-lugger
The inside & outside plies of my snare are definitely Maple. I can even see a bit of shiny birdseye in the interior grain. However, the 9X13 tom ha...
13 years ago1938 radio king snare opinion
I've had several RK snares w/ the Super Strainer (Clamshell), & they were poorly designed. Instead of movement up & down, which would engage & relea...
13 years ago1924-26 Ludwig Universal 4x14-6 lug !HELP!
The "Universal" has 6 lugs, & a thin brass shell. A "Pioneer has 8 lugs, & a heavier shell. The top hoop was usually stamped w/ the model designatio...
13 years agoWFL six-lugger
My 7X14 WFL has 8 lugs. I'm still formulating a plan for refurbishing it. The original strainer is missing, but the holes perfectly fit the Small P...
13 years ago1970 Gretsch RockNRoll Kit
Beautiful set, great photo ! I don't see many Chrome Nitron kits.
13 years agoRepainting temple blocks
The original finish was lacquer, which cures hard & brittle, & has good sonic properties. However, this is a painted instrument that is assaulted w/...
13 years agoRepairing holes in COB
Ohm51 had the best idea, ....domed bolt, or decorative bolt. Most non drummers won't notice, or suspect that these have no function. Drummers & coll...
13 years agoWFL six-lugger
I'm only posting this photo so that both of you can feel better about your snares. (Note, the Zephyr lug w/ the diamond stamping ).
13 years ago1938 radio king snare opinion
The Slingerland Book , & other references have the clamshell strainer as being introduced in 1940. How did GC date this to 1938 ? (may just be a mi...
13 years ago1938 radio king snare opinion
It seems like you're getting an expensive project, needing lugs, rods, & ( with a non original finish, even though it is very attractive). Is the s...
13 years agoGeorge B Stone Drums Help
Thanks for the detailed photos of the Stone hardware. Very interesting strainer.
13 years agoEarly 30s Slingerland Professional model Value
I try to find recent completed sales to get a realistic idea of the market, but have not had much luck w/ this model. I recently sold my 6 1/2" brass...
13 years agoIs this Rogers snare stand?
Seems to be a Rogers "Giant" stand.
13 years agoGeorge B Stone Drums Help
Perhaps when you look inside , you will discover some more features that will reveal the maker. Apart from obvious marks & labels, Look at the inside...
13 years ago