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I found a Gretsch Gladstone snare w some issues. Last viewed: 1 hour ago

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I found this while out of town but didn't buy it yet. I am heading back to the same area next week and could use some advice before making an offer. The strainer is obviously wrong and there are some extra holes. The seller does not have the 3 way key. Asking price is $350. I don't know what these tension rods are called, but the 3 way key can be used from the top of the drum to tighten either the top head or the bottom head or both at the same time. I've never seen one and guess it is rather rare. Would appreciate any thoughts on this drum, ability to find an original strainer and the asking price as is.

Thanks. Jim

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Posted on 12 years ago
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Another picture showing the tension rods.

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'68 Ludwig Ruby Red Strata
'68 Ludwig Mod Orange
'58 Gretsch Starlight Sparkle
'69 Ludwig Clubdate BDP
'60s Ludwig Clubdate Black Lacquer / Nickel
'67 Trixon Speedfire Red
COB Ludwig Supra
Many projects
Bunch o snares
Posted on 12 years ago
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I realized looking at my other posts that the pictures are small and dont show the tension rod details. Another picture now attached.

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'68 Ludwig Ruby Red Strata
'68 Ludwig Mod Orange
'58 Gretsch Starlight Sparkle
'69 Ludwig Clubdate BDP
'60s Ludwig Clubdate Black Lacquer / Nickel
'67 Trixon Speedfire Red
COB Ludwig Supra
Many projects
Bunch o snares
Posted on 12 years ago
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Cool drum. You sure it's a 3-way tension? I'd love to see more (better reso) pics after you buy it.

Maybe Chet or KCDD will help with scrutiny and valuation.

B

Vintage Drum Fan (Not a Guru)
Posted on 12 years ago
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Wow...they took out about all the value by removing the original strainer..Hurting

BUT..won't Arnie Lang sell you one..if you can prove you have the drum it needs to go on?

I would be into the Prem strainer that is on there now...!

$350...you better grab!

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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I agree...grab and run!!.but dont make too much noise.

Hit like you mean it!!
Posted on 12 years ago
#6
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Better photo. Thanks for the comments so far. Would it be possible to get a 3 way key?

[IMG]http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i383/jim7485/Gladstone/GladstoneSnare_zps6f578111.jpg[/IMG]

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'68 Ludwig Ruby Red Strata
'68 Ludwig Mod Orange
'58 Gretsch Starlight Sparkle
'69 Ludwig Clubdate BDP
'60s Ludwig Clubdate Black Lacquer / Nickel
'67 Trixon Speedfire Red
COB Ludwig Supra
Many projects
Bunch o snares
Posted on 12 years ago
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Seller told me that the 3 way key is missing. I really dont know enough to figure it out. I am trying to arrange a visit. Any way to tell from the pictures?

Thanks

Jim

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'68 Ludwig Ruby Red Strata
'68 Ludwig Mod Orange
'58 Gretsch Starlight Sparkle
'69 Ludwig Clubdate BDP
'60s Ludwig Clubdate Black Lacquer / Nickel
'67 Trixon Speedfire Red
COB Ludwig Supra
Many projects
Bunch o snares
Posted on 12 years ago
#8
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Buy first and ask questions later! Arnie Lang makes reproduction Gladstone snare drums. You can get the parts and the key to complete your drum.

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Posted on 12 years ago
#9
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Yes...get it before someone else does!

"Always make sure your front bottom BD lugs clear the ground!"
Posted on 12 years ago
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