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Removing Contact Paper Residue
I just cleaned this drum that had been wrapped then had the wrap removed ....sort of...and then this goo...black lumpy lacquer applied. I think someo...
12 years agoQuestion re: gold-plated hardware
It's the wearing off the parts that is the problem. If the hardware was solid gold (not pure gold = too soft) then ya - pretty hard to hurt. But, wi...
12 years agoQuestion re: gold-plated hardware
Hi I have some gold plated drum hardware. I've never tried to clean my new drum - the LangPercussion......Arnie Lang sent me some care instructions I...
13 years agoThe Proper Gretsch badge Gormmet length?
Thanks John - that is what I was looking for. Gotta say it again - those Merlot drums of yours are spectacular....
13 years agoThe Proper Gretsch badge Gormmet length?
I think it was on this Forum but I can't find it....a Forum member was refitting a Gretsch snare (maybe a bass drum) badge and wanted to know the perf...
13 years ago50's Gretsch Round Badge Restoration
I'm blown away by how beautiful they look John. I can see you sitting behind them...with a tux...some beautiful stage lighting...the spot lights on y...
13 years ago50's Gretsch Round Badge Restoration
OVER-THE-TOP John!! One of the very nicest finishes I've ever seen on any drums and they have to be even better in person I'm sure. They will be the...
13 years agoThe Cadi Green 3ply Gretsch shells R coming together
John - I feel honoured (Canadian spelling) that you're looking over my shoulder on this one. Thanks. I too am watching your Merlot kit. Over 4000 v...
13 years agoRepaint Gretsch Silver Sealer
Your drums have been re-wrapped and have 'extra' holes as you say - so I think most of the vintage (untouched) value is gone........... If you want to...
13 years agoThe Cadi Green 3ply Gretsch shells R coming together
Yes - thanks anyway - it was good to go back and re-read all that stuff. That's pretty well what I found.....there was no clear statement from anyone...
13 years agoAu Naturale
I rubbed it on with a soft lint free rag. I tried using one of those little sponge brushes but I couldn't get it go on streak free. The soft cloth w...
13 years ago50's Gretsch Round Badge Restoration
John I went back for the third...maybe fourth time...to look at your Merlot wrapped drums. They are simply gorgeous. I love sparkle wraps - that has...
13 years agoAu Naturale
I've never stained a complete shellpack but I did refinish a 49 Gretsch MAHOGANY Parade drum shell and a mid-60's Gretsch Dixieland MAPLE snare both w...
13 years agoThe Cadi Green 3ply Gretsch shells R coming together
Yes - "who would" indeed.....I think back in the day when the gold started to wear off (and you gotta remember the drums were not Vintage yet and ther...
13 years agoThe Cadi Green 3ply Gretsch shells R coming together
Thanks. I bought the paint already - it was only $60 or so....got it made up months ago. It does look pretty close. The painter has not started yet....
13 years ago