I just bought a 30s era 26x12 Slingerland marching drum that I'm going to wrap and use with my kit. I'm not sure what kind of wood it is but it is pretty thin and has re-rings. It looks very dry but structurally everything is good. My question is should I use any kind of oil or varnish to protect and moisturize it. I heard that can sometimes cause the plys to separate and change the sound. Part of me thinks that if its survived well for 80 years that I should leave it alone. What do people think?
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Its probably mahogany,and I would leave it alone till I spoke to an expert in the field.
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You can try teak oil, if the interior is mahogany. I've used that with very nice results. Start with a small test spot and use a light amount at first to see how you like it.
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as i said before use the butcher block paste wax apply as needed does no harm it comes in a soft sheen youll love the smell too
April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp
once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
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A coat or two of clear shellac will soak right in and seal the wood without adding any gloss or buildup. On drums this age, sealing the wood is a good idea, because when wood is THAT dry, they'll soak up anything, including ambient moisture. Because the glues used back then (mostly hide and urea-based) were hygroscopic and water-soluble, it's in your best interests to add a bit of protection.
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Will the shellac or oil help with the projection? Im concerned because it is mahogany that it won't project enough live. I've also heard Vasoline works well.
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