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‘58 Rogers Holiday Tom Restoration
The wrap will need to be replaced. It’s in bad shape. Since the wrap will be off, should I condition the wood? If so, what is recommended?
7 years ago‘58 Rogers Holiday Tom Restoration
I recently acquired two vintage Rogers tom shells (13” and a 16”). The 16” has some damage on the bottom edge which will probably need to cut and the...
7 years agoHow much is my kit worth
Thank you for the information!
12 years agoHow much is my kit worth
I've got a 1996 Premier XPK 5 piece, dark wood, high lacquer finish, with gold and chrome hardware. I'm looking to sell it but don't know how much it'...
12 years ago1937-1955 WFL aluminum timpani w/ pedal - no crank
Hi all, I was recently given an old timpani from a high school friend as she knew I was into drum restorations. There are very little identifying mar...
12 years agoCalfskin heads and a drum badge
I just finished restoring this 1920's Leedy snare, and need 2 items to put the finishing touches on it to be restored back to its original condition....
12 years ago1920's Leedy snare drum restoration
Hi all, About a year ago I was given a vintage snare drum from my grandmother who used to play back in the 30's. It wasn't until about 3 months ago I...
12 years agoKent before/after photos
Very nice. I love the color.
13 years ago1920's Leedy snare
No problem. I just wanted to clarify. Thanks!
13 years ago1920's Leedy snare
One other thing... you said this was a tumbscrew drum. Did you mean a thumbscrew drum? Thanks again... you've been extremely helpful. I'm really en...
13 years ago1920's Leedy snare
Thank you so much for the info. I really appreciate your expertise. If this is indeed a 1920's Leedy, the next question I have is how to go about...
13 years ago1920's Leedy snare
Photos attached image.jpg - drum with sand paint coat image1.jpg - snare and strainer image2.jpg - strainer mount image3.jpg - similar drum identifie...
13 years ago1920's Leedy snare
Hi all, About a year ago I was given a vintage snare drum from my grandmother who used to play back in the 30's. It wasn't until about a week ago I d...
13 years ago