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For those trying to date Ludwig Standards Last viewed: 2 days ago

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Hi guys,

I came across the following website which provides a date guide for Ludwig Standards:

http://www.gretschdrumdatingguide.com/uploads/3/0/2/2/3022011/ludwig_standard_serial_number_dating_guide_paper_012813.pdf

Looks like a nice article and the first I've come across with date information for Standards. Well, hope this helps those struggling for Standard dates, like myself....If the article is correct, my Standard snare is a 1970.

James

“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent; it is the one most adaptable to change.” - Charles Darwin
Posted on 11 years ago
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James,

I am glad you found the paper useful. Please PM me with the serial number and other information about your drum (interior finish, script or block logo on throw and butt, etc...) and I will add your drum to the database of information that supports that paper.

Rick

Collecting information about the following for ongoing research projects:
Gretsch drums with serial numbers,
Ludwig Keystone and B/O badge drums with serial numbers and date stamps,
Ludwig Standards from 1968-73, and
Ludwigs with paper labels from 1971-72
www.GretschDrumDatingGuide.com
Posted on 11 years ago
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Hi Rick,

Will do! Thanks so much for putting those dating guides and databases together. They are full of really detailed information - just a great resource!

James

“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent; it is the one most adaptable to change.” - Charles Darwin
Posted on 11 years ago
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So, my 5x14 Standard snare is SN #12505, has the white Resocoat painted interior and no discernible date stamp. Most likely early 1969?

Posted on 11 years ago
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Thanks so much for sharing this information! I'll be checking out a Standard kit this afternoon for a possible purchase. I was going in pretty much "blind" until I read this article. Greatly appreciated!

Posted on 11 years ago
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