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Slotted Tension Rods?
From Dule...
15 years agoSlotted Tension Rods?
From MIKEY777...
15 years agoSlotted Tension Rods?
Hi Guys, Thanks for all the helpful info and suggestions! I sent a couple of PMs but nothing has panned out as of yet. I ended up pulling two old Sono...
15 years agoSlotted Tension Rods?
Unfortunately for me, I'm dealing with some pretty arcane stuff here. It's a Charles A. Stromberg drum circa 1915 - 1920. I've seen earlier, single-te...
15 years agoSlotted Tension Rods?
Two Questions: One - Does anyone have a source for slotted tension rods? (Sonor still uses them, right?) I know John Aldridge had some repros made u...
15 years agoExperiences with Replating?
What are everyone's experiences with having drum hardware (lugs, rods, etc.) re-chromed or re-plated? What did you have done? How much did it cost?...
15 years ago1920's ludwig 5x14" professional
From vintagemore2000...
15 years ago1920's ludwig 5x14" professional
From 510...
15 years ago1920's ludwig 5x14" professional
After reading this, I went back and looked at all of mine, and there they were - seams! Who knew?!? Anyway, they certainly sound great! http://www.ak...
15 years agoStern Tanning Co. - Calf Heads
I agree with all of the good things said about Stern. I recommend calling Jeff and dealing with him directly. Heads left under high tension for long...
15 years agoCamco 3d Moire 5x14 Project Needs Your Input!!!
I've had good results with 3M safest stripper but haven't used it on a wrapped drum, only bare wood and metal shells. The longer you leave the strippi...
15 years agoAnyone seen this snare before?
Looks like it's a Soistman! Or at least he designed and patented the strainer. http://www.freepatentsonline.com/0641901.html - scroll down and view t...
15 years agoWhat is this worth?
That one was listed on eBay but apparently the seller wasn't content with $1525. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250548790427&ssPa...
15 years agoRogers Snare Drum B&b Lugs
As I understand it, reproductions are available: http://www.jp2creations.com/bread_and_butter_lug_casings.htm Has anyone had any experience with the...
15 years ago3M Safest Stripper (Please resist...resist)
Hi 510, Believe it or not, that's the original plating all shined up with Cape Cod polishing cloths (which were recommended here on the forum). I was...
15 years ago